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University of Birmingham

Location

Edgbaston Campus, Birmingham United Kingdom

Ranking

# =80QS World University Rankings

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258Undergraduate programs

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360Postgraduate programs

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About University of Birmingham

The University of Birmingham is an original "redbrick" university as well as a founding member of the Russell Group. It is home to nearly 5,000 international students from 131 different countries. Thirty-one percent of Birmingham’s academic staff is made up of overseas internationals. The university is also a major UK participant in the Erasmus programme which encourages exchanges between leading European institutions.

With over 500 postgraduate courses available, the University of Birmingham offers a wide range of postgraduate programmes across its five colleges:

Arts and Law Social Sciences Engineering and Physical Sciences Life and Environmental Sciences Medical and Dental Sciences

University of Birmingham students are given access to specialised careers advice based on their area of study. In addition, students have the opportunity to undertake internship and/or work experience placements.

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About University of Birmingham

The University of Birmingham is an original "redbrick" university as well as a founding member of the Russell Group. It is home to nearly 5,000 international students from 131 different countries. Thirty-one percent of Birmingham’s academic staff is made up of overseas internationals. The university is also a major UK participant in the Erasmus programme which encourages exchanges between leading European institutions.

With over 500 postgraduate courses available, the University of Birmingham offers a wide range of postgraduate programmes across its five colleges:

Arts and Law Social Sciences Engineering and Physical Sciences Life and Environmental Sciences Medical and Dental Sciences

University of Birmingham students are given access to specialised careers advice based on their area of study. In addition, students have the opportunity to undertake internship and/or work experience placements.

Request a postgraduate prospectus or a doctoral research prospectus.

Available programs

Birmingham is a green and spacious campus university just minutes from the hustle and bustle of the UK’s second city. We encourage bold, independent thinking and offer a high-quality academic experience to stretch and challenge you. By studying with us, you will be an active part of a diverse university community as you pursue your own interests and develop the career path that's right for you.

Classics BA

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English BA

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History BA

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History of Art BA

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Music BMus

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Philosophy BA

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Engineering BEng

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Engineering MEng

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Biochemistry BSc

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Biochemistry MSci

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Human Biology BSc

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Nursing BNurs

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Nursing MNurs

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Pharmacy MPharm

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Chemistry BSc

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Chemistry MSci

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Mathematics BSc

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Mathematics MSci

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Physics BSc

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Physics MSci

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Criminology BA

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LLB for Graduates

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Law LLB

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Social Policy BA

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Social Work BA

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Sociology BA

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At The University of Birmingham we have over 600 taught postgraduate programmes and a wealth of world-leading research opportunities to choose from, to help you widen your skills base, further your knowledge and boost your career prospects.

Global History MA

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Global History MA

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History MA

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History of Art MA

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History of Art MA

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Philosophy MA

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Philosophy MA

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Economics MSc

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Economics MSc

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Investments MSc

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Management MSc

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Marketing MSc

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Data Science MSc

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Robotics MSc

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Psychology MSc

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Psychology MSc

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Public Health MPH

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Public Health MPH

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Toxicology MSc

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Toxicology MSc

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Hydrogeology MSc

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Hydrogeology MSc

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Diplomacy MA

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Diplomacy MA

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General LLM

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General LLM

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Politics MA

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Politics MA

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Social Policy MA

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Social Policy MA

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Social Work MA

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Sociology MA

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University information

Bachelor

1320+
6+
80+

Master

2+
6+
80+
32,001
71%
29%
11,067
51%
49%
3,354
63%
37%

Tuition fee and scholarships

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Rankings & ratings

University of Birmingham is one of the top public universities in Birmingham, United Kingdom. It is ranked #=80 in QS World University Rankings 2025.

QS World University Rankings

  • 2012
    #77
  • 2014
    #62
  • 2015
    #64
  • 2016
    #76
  • 2017
    #82
  • 2018
    #=84
  • 2019
    #=79
  • 2020
    #81
  • 2021
    #87
  • 2022
    #90
  • 2023
    #91
  • 2024
    #84
  • 2025
    #=80

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