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Rooted in Birmingham: Reaching Beyond
We have set out a bold vision for the future: building on our proud roots in Birmingham while reaching out to make an impact within our city, region and beyond.
BCU 2030 and Beyond
The 'Rooted in Birmingham, Reaching Beyond' video explores BCU's deep roots within the city, and how the University's impact can be felt within Birmingham and beyond. Our students are poised to lead, think and create. Our University is ready to respond to the economy's needs.
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Experience a day in the life as a BCU student through immersive 360-degree tours of our campuses. Take a look at our industry-standard facilities, innovative learning spaces and bustling social spots.
Future Writers
In celebration of the life and rhymes of BCU Honorary Doctorate and national treasure Benjamin Zephaniah, who was an extraordinary poet, a passionate writer and a Birmingham icon, BCU presents 'Benjamin Zephaniah Future Writers’. The competition encourages children and adults to submit poetry and short stories around this year's theme, 'People Need People'.
BCU Boost
BCU Boost is a unique financial support package designed to simplify your student life at BCU, from the moment you apply, through to graduation day. It includes travel incentives, helpful tips for managing your finances, access to professional financial support, and discounts on food and drink across our campuses.
Accommodation
We have seven halls of residence offering a range of on campus and inner city living.
Halls of ResidenceStudent Life
Whether you’re moving to Birmingham or you’re a Brummie at heart, there’s so much to student life here to explore.
Life in BirminghamScholarships
With our two scholarship schemes, you could receive extra funding and support to kick start your BCU journey.
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Gold for
Student Experience
BCU has been awarded the highest possible rating of Gold for Student Experience, and Silver overall, in the latest Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF).
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BCU vows to unleash Birmingham’s potential with new strategy
“Birmingham deserves better” was the key message from Birmingham City University (BCU) as it launched its ambitious new strategy at its iconic STEAMhouse on Wednesday.
Law professor recognised for lifetime achievement in death penalty work
The Andrew Lee Jones Award is given to those who have demonstrated exceptional and extended commitment to the fight for justice on death row.
Birmingham’s youth benefitting from BCU wellbeing partnership
More than 350 school and college pupils have received support thanks to a Birmingham City University (BCU) collaboration aimed at addressing the alarming number of young people in the region ...