Birmingham City University

Birmingham | West Midlands

Ucas code: B25

Birmingham City University is dedicated to transforming the prospects of its learners, inspiring them to become makers and doers. It is an integral part of the city in which it is based, with courses shaped by the needs of industry and partnerships with some of the country's leading employers. Our commitment to developing graduates with the skills and experience employers need means that 97 per cent of our students are in employment or further study within six months of graduating (Destination of Leavers from HE survey 2016/17) – which places us in the top ten multi-disciplinary institutions in the UK. The University focuses on practice-led, knowledge-based learning, providing you with access to cutting-edge facilities and real-world experience. The University enjoys around 50 professional accreditations and has a well-established reputation for delivering in-company training and development programmes. We have undertaken a £260 million investment programme in our estates and facilities including the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire building which opened in 2017.

How students describe this university

Source: The Which? University student survey

We asked more than 11,000 undergraduates to say how far they would describe their uni as having the following characteristics. We carry out this analysis where we have scores from at least 30 students. You can also see whether these ratings are high, medium or low compared to other universities.

Sporty

51%

LOW

Political

55%

MED

Varied union activities

67%

MED

Diverse local nightlife

77%

HIGH

Creative

68%

MED

Vital stats

Sources: NSS, DLHE & HESA

% of graduates in work or further study 98% HIGH

Average graduate salary £20k MED

Student satisfaction score 77%

Number of students

25,855

students attended last year

Undergraduate / Postgraduate

79%

of students are undergrads

Full-time / Part-time

10%

of students are part-time

Male / Female

37%

of students are male

Young / Mature

33%

of students aged over 21

UK / Non-UK

of students here are from outside the UK

What students say about this university

513 comments (143 students)

- Accommodation
  
  It's outside the city because I've lived inner city for three years so wanted a change. I'm glad for it because I don't have...
  
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  2018, 1st year, Computer Games Graphics
  
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  It's outside the city because I've lived inner city for three years so wanted a change. I'm glad for it because I don't have typical party and our student scene. I get the quite chill living space I've wanted for a while.
  
  2018, 1st year, Computer Games Graphics
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  Just in general the fact the tuition went up and tutoring hasn't gotten better in any fashion other than better facilities...
  
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  2018, 1st year, Computer Games Graphics
  
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  Just in general the fact the tuition went up and tutoring hasn't gotten better in any fashion other than better facilities which even then tend to fail. Can't tuition be cheaper so we don't have to have as much debt or at least make some affordable and livable student accommodation near unis.
  
  2018, 1st year, Computer Games Graphics
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  2018, 2nd year, Acting
  
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- Accommodation
  
  The accommodation is lovely, it exceeded expectation. The location is extremely good, only a 3 minute walk from my uni...
  
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  2018, 1st year, Creative Arts & Design Not Elsewhere Classified
  
  Accommodation
  
  The accommodation is lovely, it exceeded expectation. The location is extremely good, only a 3 minute walk from my uni building. The common areas in the flat are good with sofas, a TV, kitchen area and dining table. The common rooms in each block are very open and clean with a pool table, a TV and lots of places to study or socialise. The accommodation feels safe and clean and most of the facilities new. The worst aspect could be that maintenance are not very reliable and sometimes hard to get hold of.
  
  2018, 1st year, Creative Arts & Design Not Elsewhere Classified
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- Accommodation
  
  We started early because things seemed to be going fast. We went to loads of viewings looking to rent a 5 bed property but they...
  
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  2018, 1st year, Creative Arts & Design Not Elsewhere Classified
  
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  We started early because things seemed to be going fast. We went to loads of viewings looking to rent a 5 bed property but they were either very run down or very expensive. All the middle price/quality housing had gone. We wanted to sign for one house but the land lady promised us half rent over the summer and then went back on her decision. We then put down reservation fees on a 5 bed and one of the girls we were with dropped out so we lost the house before signing the leas. Finally my parents decided to look for a house to buy for us 4 girls that were left and they are still looking.
  
  2018, 1st year, Creative Arts & Design Not Elsewhere Classified
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- Course
  
  Our year has been messed about as we didn't have modules and teaching the years before and after had. The course is good except...
  
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  2018, 2nd year, Visual & Audio Effects
  
  Course
  
  Our year has been messed about as we didn't have modules and teaching the years before and after had. The course is good except some Lecturers don't care much for students.
  
  2018, 2nd year, Visual & Audio Effects
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