Quick Summary
Public in Birmingham, United Kingdom — University of Birmingham, est. 1900. Ranked #80 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 38125 students including 30% from outside United Kingdom. Known for strengths in Sports-related Subjects, Dentistry, Theology, it maintains an acceptance rate of 15%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Birmingham is a member of the elite Russell Group, offering world-class research-led education on a stunning, traditional redbrick campus with its own railway station and exceptional global links.
Subject Strengths
Sports-related SubjectsDentistryTheologyDivinity & Religious StudiesSocial Policy & AdministrationEducationEnglish Language and LiteratureNursing
Founded1900
TypePublic
Total Students38125
Intl Students30%
Faculty Ratio14.5
CampusParkland/Urban
Campus Size250
Affiliated HospitalsQueen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham,Birmingham Women's and Children's Hospital,Royal Orthopaedic Hospital
AccreditationPrivy Council,AACSB,AMBA,EQUIS
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#80
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#93
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#101
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Foundation,Undergraduate,Postgraduate Taught,Postgraduate Research,Distance Learning
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Available
Online Programs
Shakespeare Institute,Birmingham Energy Institute,Institute for Global Innovation,The Barber Institute of Fine Arts,Centre for Computational Biology
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
Privy Council,AACSB,AMBA,EQUIS
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate15%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL88
Min GPA3
GRENot Available
GMAT600
SAT1250
ACT27
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · January 31 (UCAS), July 1 (International PG)
SPRINGApplication Deadline · Varies by course
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Focus on your Personal Statement to demonstrate a clear passion for the subject and relevant extracurricular achievements. For postgraduate research, ensure your proposal aligns with the expertise of current faculty members.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in British Pound Sterling
UG Tuition
£22,500/yr
per year · GBP
Living Cost
£12,500/yr
per year · GBP
PG Tuition
£23,000/yr
per year · GBP
Application Fee
$35
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
£35,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · GBP
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$5,000
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Foundation,Undergraduate,Postgraduate Taught,Postgraduate Research,Distance Learning programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Medicine | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Law | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Business Management | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Mechanical Engineering | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Physics | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| International Relations | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$42,000
Average Salary After Graduation
90%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong support through the Careers Network and industry partnerships.
Industry Connections
Rolls-RoyceJaguar Land RoverPwCGlaxoSmithKlineHSBC
Notable Alumni
Neville Chamberlain,Stanley Baldwin,Desmond Tutu (Honorary),Chris Addison,Tamsin Greig
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
University of Birmingham Sport & Fitness Club,Olympic-sized 50m swimming pool,Bournbrook pitches,High-performance gym
Student Clubs
Guild of Students,Burn FM,Redbrick Newspaper,Various Subject Societies
Library Resources
Main Library,Barnes Library,Barber Fine Arts Library,Orchard Learning Resource Centre
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available