23,500 students from over 80 countries are enrolled at Birmingham City University, making it an exciting and diverse place to study. Located in the UK’s second largest city, the University has a convenient location with Birmingham International Airport nearby and fast access to London, Manchester and the rest of the UK.
A significant proportion of undergraduate and postgraduate courses enjoy professional accreditation, including accounting, architecture, education, engineering, law, marketing, nursing, psychology and social work, and you can learn more about why you should consider studying at BCU below.
7 Reasons to Study at Birmingham City University
1. Employability
97% of Birmingham City University students are in employment or further study within six months of graduating, the seventh best in the UK. Whatever BCU course you choose, the University will give you the opportunity to get ahead in your career, earn a bigger salary and reach your full potential.
2. Library and Learning Resources
Birmingham City University has over 715,000 books and nearly 28,000 print and electronic journals across its seven libraries and learning centres. Each library reflects the subjects taught at that campus; for example the City South Campus is home to the Mary Seacole Library, one of the biggest specialist health libraries in the UK.
3. Industry Partnerships
Many BCU courses offer work placements with leading companies such as Microsoft, Cisco, Sony and Cartier. Working alongside these companies enables the University to provide cutting edge course criteria and give students a unique first hand insight into some of the largest companies in the world.
4. Investment in Facilities
Birmingham City University are constantly looking to improve, ensuring students benefit from a state-of-the-art learning environment. BCU are currently investing £260 million in a number of University-related projects which will benefit staff and students for years to come.
5. Research Power
Following the 2014 Research Excellence Framework, almost 90% of research quality was deemed to have an ‘outstanding’ or ‘very considerable’ impact, while 60% of research was 4* or 3* quality, up from 40% in 2008. These figures benefit the public, society and economy of Birmingham and the UK.
6. Life in Birmingham
Considered the UK’s second capital after London, Birmingham is home to one million people and offers the chance for students to experience life in an exciting, diverse city with world-class restaurants, entertainment and shops. The city is hugely multicultural and provides the perfect home, whatever student life you wish to lead!
7. Socialising on Campus
Birmingham City University has many on sites bars and cafes for students to unwind and relax in. iBar hosts live bands and performers, along with open mic sessions, while The Pavilion is located next to the sports centre. The Lounge specialises in juices, smoothies and coffees, while in the evening it transforms into a lively bar with a dance floor. Bar 42 has an interior designed by Ministry of Sound Designers and offers tasty food, pool tables, quiz machines, music and drinks.
Study at Birmingham City University
If you want to learn more about Birmingham City University and its undergraduate and postgraduate courses, why not arrange a free consultation with SI-UK today? Our education consultants can take you through your study options and help you apply.
