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#622 in World

#87 in UK

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Birmingham City University
Birmingham City University Ranking

#87

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#622

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#801

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#1001

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#1351
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Birmingham City University
Birmingham City University Course Ranking

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Birmingham City University Ranking by US News and World Report 2026

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Birmingham City University
The Guardian Ranking 2027

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Accounting and Finance
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719490
Architecture373231
Business and Management
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Civil Engineering
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Economics667074
Electronic and Electrical Engineering
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Journalism342428
Law105109110
Mechanical Engineering
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Media and Film Studies302519
Sociology and Social Policy937856
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Birmingham City University
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Accounting and Finance
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Architecture343032
Art and Design525254
Business and Management Studies UK
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Civil Engineering
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Communication and Media Studies394863
Computer Science
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Electrical and Electronic Engineering
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Law849699
Mechanical Engineering
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Nursing363949
Psychology709096
Sociology716766
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Birmingham City University
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Birmingham City University
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Birmingham City University
Students Ratings & Reviews

4.2/5
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Student Views (Based on Reviews)
  • 63% students never faced discrimination in this university
Vibe of Campus
Friendly
Academically oriented
Multi-dimensional
Fun loving
Internships3.6
Part time work4
Post study jobs3.7
Quality of faculty4.7
Student Life4.7
Value for money4.1
Public transportation4.7
Safety4.3
Indian Food4.7
Permanent Immigration3.7
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MSc in Computer Science - Batch of 2025
4.2
A Practical and Supportive Learning Experience at Birmingham City University
Tips: One thing you've really got to wrap your head around is how much they expect you to just get on with things yourself. It’s a mix of lectures and projects, for sure, but the independent side of it is a huge part of the deal, so you’ve got to be pretty disciplined with your time. When I first got here, it was honestly a massive shock—the whole vibe is way more focused on you actually thinking for yourself and just having open chats with the lecturers instead of just listening. It’s also cool being around people from all over, but you’ve definitely got to be proactive about using the career services and stuff if you want to get ahead.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 800
Prepping time for classes25 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound 40000
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026Read more
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MSc Advanced Computer Networks - Batch of 2025
4.2
You will get a lot of exposure on how to deal with situations.
Tips: As I pursued a Master's in Advanced Computer Networks, I can say that Birmingham City University would be a good choice for you to pick. Faculty and student life at this university are top-notch, and the best part is that they have so many activities for international students to interact and make themselves feel comfortable.
Likes (Indian Food): I am from Andhra Pradesh, and I found quite a few decent Indian restaurants, and there are so many Indian stores where you get almost everything you would crave when you are away from home. Most of the indian restaurants are a little expensive than the British restaurants.
Dislikes (Value for money): I personally felt it wasn't really worth the money we put in for a year of study. However, you will definitely get a lot of exposure on how to deal with so many situations that you wouldn't be able to manage if you were with your family. The whole year of study will boost your self-confidence, so I guess there's that.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 1100
Prepping time for classes25 hours/Week
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Reviewed on 30 May 2025Read more
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BSc in Cyber Security - Batch of 2027
3.7
My Cyber Security Experience at Birmingham City University: Learning and Student Life
Tips: I’m in my final year of BSc (Hons) Cyber Security at Birmingham City University, and I’ve enjoyed it. We cover networking, security operations, digital forensics, cryptography and software security, and the course balances theory with hands-on work better than I expected. If you’re a technical student, don’t rely on lectures alone. That was the biggest lesson for me. The people who do well tend to be the ones practising in their own time and building small projects, not the ones who only show up and take notes. I work part-time to pay for tuition, travel and university activities, and fitting that around lectures and assignments takes planning. Some weeks it’s tight, and you learn to manage your time properly. I should say that I live with my parents, so I can’t tell you much about student accommodation or what it costs to live independently. If you’re coming from abroad, look into that before you commit, because fees change with the university, the course and your fee status, and living costs depend on the city. The university websites and UCAS are the best places to check. As for Birmingham, it’s a diverse city, transport is easy, and there’s no shortage of good Indian food. Joining university events and getting to know people from different backgrounds makes the whole experience better. Overall I’m happy I chose BCU. Do your research, plan your money carefully, use the support the university offers, and start building your skills early.
Likes (Indian Food): I gave Birmingham’s food scene 5/5, and the main reason is how easy it is to find food that tastes like home. There are Indian and South Asian restaurants, takeaway shops, and grocery stores all over the city, which makes a big difference when you’re an Indian student trying to settle into life in the UK. You can get North Indian dishes, South Indian food, vegetarian meals, biryani, curries, street food, and plenty of regional specialities. The city centre, Sparkbrook, and the Balti Triangle are good places to start. Prices are reasonable. A casual meal or takeaway usually runs about £7 to £12, while a sit-down restaurant is more like £15 to £25 or more per person, depending on where you go and what you order. I live with my parents, so most of my meals are home-cooked, which keeps my food costs down. I still eat out now and then, usually with friends or around university events, and it’s easy to find somewhere good. If you want familiar food and a city that makes it simple, whether you cook at home or eat out, Birmingham is an excellent pick for Indian students.
Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): Internships 3/5 - There are internships that can be available for students; however, finding a proper internship in Cyber Security is quite difficult. At Birmingham City University there are career and employability services which assist students, but the students should do research and send their CVs themselves. In the case of cyber security students, possible internships may include SOC analysis, IT security, networking, digital forensics, and other types of internships. Not all advertised internships are connected with Cyber Security, and some internships may require particular technical skills and even some previous experience in this field.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 160
Prepping time for classes25 hours/Week
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Reviewed on 13 Oct 2026Read more
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Computing and Information Technology - BSc (Hons) - Batch of 2023
4.0
The college is in the heart of city.
Tips: Birmingham City University offers a diverse culture of many different courses, and cultures from around the world. Known for its excellent courses and strong industry connections, It provides practical career-focused education. The vibrant student community is something that makes student life fun. Students should explore various clubs, events and activities and be a part of them.
Likes (Indian Food): There are many different kinds of restaurants available in the locality serving world cuisines at an affordable rate for the students on campus. I usually prefer cooking myself as I'm a vegetarian but there are few veg options available as well, so sometimes I do try those.
Dislikes (Value for money): The course fee is justified and everything around the campus, facilities provided for students, staff support, and everything adds up to make it a value-for-money decision. There are also scholarships available for students coming from an international background.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 6175
Prepping time for classes32 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound 89525
Reviewed on 19 Jul 2024Read more
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MSc in Logistics Supply Chain Management - Batch of 2024
4.8
Birmingham City University has well constructed and affiliated courses.
Tips: We will get an opportunity to meet people from different countries and get to know their cultures and experiences. I received a scholarship of 32000 from the university for my merit score in Bachelor's. Overall, I'm satisfied with this university and the course as they have excellent and relevant modules. To speak about this country, it's quite expensive presently because of inflation. But having a part-time job might help you to manage your expenses.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 700
Prepping time for classes25 hours/Week
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Reviewed on 27 Jun 2024Read more
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Mythily Merai Verified Icon
MA Creative Writing - Batch of 2025
4.0
The public transportation is very well-connected and fast.
Tips: This was a very new experience for me. The modules' structure and time tables were different. The professors were quite chill and helpful. I had a very good balance of school life and social life. I also got to participate in a lot of events and clubs. It was amazing meeting new people and making friends from around the world. The university granted a small scholarship along with the offer letter. It was provided from their end and there was no process or application form to submit. I feel very satisfied and happy with my experience. It was the most fun I've ever had. The campus had a lot of facilities and our course was very interesting. I would recommend getting to experience this student life as it teaches you a lot about the world and about yourself.
Likes (Public transportation): The public transportation is very well-connected and fast. Buses are running every 10 minutes. The bus stops are also usually 1 min apart so that it cuts down the walking time. You can easily reach your desired location. The student passes were also quite affordable. The process has indeed increased but if you are someone that travel everyday, the monthly passes are worth it.
Dislikes (Post study jobs): Finding jobs is very difficult. But it also depends on the industry you're applying to. I notice that it was hard for me to get a positive response to my applications as I had no previous work experience. Although there were companies that offered unpaid internships. There are also a lot of paid opportunities that pay well according to the minimum we age and government guidelines. All you need to focus on is researching well and approaching companies.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 1000
Prepping time for classes10 hours/Week
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Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026Read more
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In BA (Hons.) Business Management course BCU offers an option for placement year. This option allows students to spend a whole year with an employer, following the completion of the second year. 

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Birmingham City University MSc Management and International Business course is of 1 year. This course has placement option too. This course is accredited by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI). For admission to MSc Management and International Business BCU, a 2:2 degree is required. IELTS with

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Chandra Sharma

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Birmingham City University is not really considered a top university, but rather a solid and mid-tier institution of higher learning. It is because BCU is not a part of the Russell Group. 

As per the QS Rankings 2027, Birmingham City University is ranked #1001 which is constant from last 3 years. 

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Piyush Rastogi

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Answered 4 months ago

Birmingham City University is a good university but it does not rank well by major ranking bodies like QS World, Times Higher Education, because these prioritize heavy research output and academic citations. 

BCU mainly focuses on practical, vocational teaching and employability rather than big scale

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Divya Shukla

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Answered 4 months ago

The Birmingham University UG Tuition fee ranges between GBP 15,000 (INR 19.15 Lakhs) and GBP 24,950 (INR 31.8 Lakhs) for Indian students. 

For PG courses, this ranges from GBP 16K and GBP 25K which is almost similar for the UG fee. 

Sometimes, Indian students do not meet all the admission requirements

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