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University of Birmingham

(4.4)
746 reviews
Guardian University Guide 2026 ranking
28
14
16

Overview

University of Birmingham information

Level of study
Undergraduate67%Postgraduate33%
Mode of study
Full-time97%Part-time3%
Gender ratio
Female55%Male44%Other0%
Where students come from
International19%UK81%
Number of students
36,835
Source: HESA

About University of Birmingham

UCAS code: B32

The University of Birmingham offers a dynamic student experience in the UK’s lively second city. With over 300 societies, 57 sports clubs, and career-focused courses, students have the opportunity to discover new experiences, develop a range of skills and make friends for life. Our dedicated support services, accommodation options, and a welcoming campus offer students a positive environment. Birmingham’s diverse community and great transport links make it an exciting place to live.

Source: University of Birmingham

Tuition fees at University of Birmingham

  • First year tuition fees for UK students are £9,535 for all courses.

Job prospects

Undergraduate

£27.7k

Average graduate salary

88%

Graduates in work or further study

Postgraduate

94%

Graduates in work or further study

Average graduate salary is determined 12 months after a student graduates from University of Birmingham

Graduates in work or further study percentage is determined 15 months after a student graduates from University of Birmingham

University of Birmingham open days

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Before you do, it's a good idea to go to an open day. You can have a good look around campus, getting a better idea of what it's like to study there. You'll meet current students and staff and get the chance to ask them questions.

Universities will list upcoming open days on their websites. Most will also have virtual open days; these are a great alternative if you really can't get there in person. For tips on preparing for open days, check the advice section here on The Uni Guide.

Courses

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Here are University of Birmingham's top 20 courses, based on UCAS points

192-200 UCAS points
Energy Engineering

MEng (Hon) 4 Years full-time 2026

Main Site

192-200 UCAS points
Physics

BSc (Hons) 4 Years full-time with time abroad 2026

Main Site

192-200 UCAS points
Chemical Engineering

MEng (Hon) 5 Years full-time with year in industry 2026

Main Site

192-200 UCAS points
Physics

BSc (Hons) 3 Years full-time 2026

Main Site

192-200 UCAS points
Physics and Astrophysics

BSc (Hons) 4 Years full-time with time abroad 2026

Main Site

192-200 UCAS points
Physics with Medical Physics

BSc (Hons) 3 Years full-time 2026

Main Site

192-200 UCAS points
Physics with Particle Physics & Cosmology

BSc (Hons) 3 Years full-time 2026

Main Site

192-200 UCAS points
Chemical Engineering

MEng (Hon) 5 Years sandwich with time abroad 2026

Main Site

192-200 UCAS points
Chemical Engineering

MEng (Hon) 4 Years full-time with time abroad 2026

Main Site

192-200 UCAS points
Physics and Astrophysics

BSc (Hons) 3 Years full-time 2026

Main Site

192-200 UCAS points
Chemical Engineering

MEng (Hon) 4 Years full-time 2026

Main Site

160 UCAS points
Physics with Data Science

Msci (Hon) 4 Years full-time 2026

Main Site

160 UCAS points
Theoretical Physics and Applied Mathematics

Msci (Hon) 4 Years full-time 2026

Main Site

160 UCAS points
Theoretical Physics

Msci (Hon) 4 Years full-time 2026

Main Site

152 UCAS points
Computer Science

Msci (Hon) 4 Years full-time 2026

Main Site

152 UCAS points
Physics

Msci (Hon) 4 Years full-time 2026

Main Site

152 UCAS points
Mathematics and Computer Science

Msci (Hon) 5 Years full-time with year in industry 2026

Main Site

152 UCAS points
Theoretical Physics

BSc (Hons) 3 Years full-time 2026

Main Site

152 UCAS points
Physics

Msci (Hon) 4 Years full-time with time abroad 2026

Main Site

152 UCAS points
Theoretical Physics and Applied Mathematics

BSc (Hons) 3 Years full-time 2026

Main Site

University of Birmingham student reviews

(4.4)
Based on 746 reviews from University of Birmingham's students and alumni
5 star
54%
4 star
32%
3 star
12%
2 star
2%
1 star
0%
All reviews

Showing 667 reviews

2nd year

International development

4 days ago

Offers great support.

(3)
Student Union

2nd year

International development

4 days ago

It's what you make out of it but I have had fun so far.

(5)
University life

2nd year

International development

4 days ago

Uni is very expensive, but that is true for every uni.

(3)
Finance

2nd year

International development

4 days ago

All the staff are very helpful and supportive, especially the careers network.

(5)
Support

2nd year

International development

4 days ago

It's a beautiful campus with all you need.

(5)
Facilities

2nd year

International development

4 days ago

Very interesting contemporary content, and good range of modules.

(5)
Course

National Student Survey (NSS) scores at University of Birmingham

The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.

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How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?

87%

med

How good are teaching staff at explaining things?

92%

med

How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?

78%

low

How often is the course intellectually stimulating?

90%

med

To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?

86%

med

How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?

86%

med

How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?

84%

med

To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?

86%

med

To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?

77%

med

How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?

80%

low

How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?

79%

low

How often does feedback help you to improve your work?

66%

low

How often have you received assessment feedback on time?

81%

med

How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?

74%

low

How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?

89%

med

How well have teaching staff supported your learning?

87%

med

How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?

83%

med

How well organised is your course?

80%

med

How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?

86%

med

How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?

91%

med

How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?

88%

med

How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?

68%

med

To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?

88%

med

To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?

79%

med

How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?

72%

med

During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?

85%

low

How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?

87%

med

My contribution during placement(s) as part of the clinical team was valued.

51%

low

I was given opportunities to meet my required practice learning outcomes / competences.

79%

low

I was allocated placement(s) suitable for my course.

87%

med

I received sufficient preparatory information prior to my placement(s).

72%

med

I received appropriate supervision on placement(s).

72%

low

My practice supervisor(s) understood how my placement(s) related to the broader requirements of my course.

67%

low

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