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Summary
Studying at the University of Birmingham, students experience high-quality teaching whilst building lifelong friendships. This world-class research institution nurtures talent, supporting students throughout their life and career. Birmingham offers the best of both worlds: a green and spacious campus with historic and contemporary buildings that's just minutes from the vibrancy, culture and entertainment of the UK's second city.
Student statistics
These stats give you an idea of what the student population looks like at this university.
Study level
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Undergraduate64%Postgraduate36%
Study mode
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Full-time86%Part-time14%
Student population
- More than 25,000 students
Where students come from
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UK69%International30%EU1%
Student gender
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Male 44%Female 56%
League table performance
See the latest league table performance of this university - overall, by subject, and its ranking during the past five years.
University League Table 2027
Overall ranking
12th out of 130
Overall ranking trend - past 5 years
Ranking breakdown
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Overall score
/ Max 1000804 80%12th
2 -
Entry standards
/ Max 208146 70%31st
7 -
Student satisfaction
/ Max 43.15 79%67th
39 -
Research quality
/ Max 43.43 86%10th
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Research intensity
/ Max 10.63 63%37th
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Academic services spend
/ Max 45923037 66%17th
51 -
Facilities spend
/ Max 25561333 52%10th
4 -
Student - staff ratio
/ Min 9.312.824th
11 -
Continuation
/ Max 10096.3 96%16th
7 -
Graduate prospects – outcomes
/ Max 10079.6 80%30th
15 -
Graduate prospects – on track
/ Max 10078.5 79%24th
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Subject League Tables 2027
Subjects ranked in the top ten
- Accounting & Finance
- Aeronautical & Aerospace Engineering
- Anthropology
- Archaeology
- Biological Sciences
- Biomedical Sciences
- Business & Management Studies
- Chemical Engineering
- Chemistry
- Civil Engineering
- Classics
- Communication & Media Studies
- Computer Science
- Creative Writing
- Dentistry
- Drama, Dance & Cinematics
- Economics
- Education
- Electrical & Electronic Engineering
- English
- French
- Geography & Environmental Science
- Geology
- German
- History
- History of Art, Architecture & Design
- Iberian Languages
- Italian
- Law
- Marketing
- Materials Technology
- Mathematics
- Mechanical Engineering
- Medicine
- Music
- Nursing & Midwifery
- Pharmacology & Pharmacy
- Philosophy
- Physics & Astronomy
- Physiotherapy
- Politics
- Psychology
- Social Policy
- Social Work
- Sociology
- Sports Science
- Theology & Religious Studies
- Town & Country Planning and Landscape Design
Overall ranking
8th out of 104
Accounting & Finance ranking breakdown
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Overall score
/ Max 10091.2 91%8th
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Entry standards
/ Max 209150 72%15th
1 -
Student satisfaction
/ Max 43.19 80%55th
20 -
Research quality
/ Max 43.30 83%17th
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Continuation
/ Max 10097.7 98%4th
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Graduate prospects
/ Max 10077.0 77%22nd
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Campus locations
Study options
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Frequently asked questions
When you choose Birmingham, you are choosing to study at an outstanding university, renowned for changing lives and transforming society. The University of Birmingham encourages bold, independent thinking and offers a high-quality academic experience to stretch and challenge you. By studying there, 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.
The University of Birmingham Careers Network is designed to meet your unique needs with lifelong tailored support. The team includes careers consultants, advisers, employability advisers, and internship officers. All are committed to helping both students and graduates navigate their career journeys. For international students and postgraduates, specialist advisers offer enhanced support. From one-to-one guidance and group workshops to comprehensive online resources, Birmingham provides the tools and advice you need to shape your future with confidence.
University of Birmingham offers a range of different accommodation options to meet your needs. These include catered and self-catered options; en-suite, shared, and studio flats; with adapted rooms for disabled students. Free Wi-Fi is available in halls, as well as shared kitchen and dining facilities, and 24-hour campus security. Larger halls have communal areas. All university-owned accommodation is within a 20-minute walk of campus.