University of Birmingham

Key statistics Total UG Students Total PG Students International Student Student Faculty Ratio 19,600 7,600 25% 16:7 The University of Birmingham (informally Birmingham University is a public research university located in Edgbaston, Birmingham, United Kingdom. It received its royal charter in 1900 making it the first English civic or 'red brick' university to receive its own royal charter with students accepted regardless of their background or religion. It is a founding member of both the Russell Group of British research universities and the international network of research universities. The University of Birmingham prides itself on a longstanding tradition of innovation and progressive initiatives. The university was a founding member of the National Union of Students, and the first in the country to be built on a campus model, incorporate a medical school and offer degrees in dentistry. Birmingham is a truly global university producing world-leading research. Mutual partnerships with a wide range of international institutions and host a large international community of researchers and students benefit them. With over 5,000 international students from more than 150 countries, and 31% of academic staff from overseas,campus is truly a diverse and global place which attracts the brightest and best international students and staff. Birmingham lays claim to one of the most diverse campuses in the UK and encourages a global outlook. Students can take advantage of a number of opportunities to internationalise their degree: around 450 undergraduates complete a year abroad as part of their course. Birmingham’s main campus is located in the Edgbaston area of the city, where it houses the Joseph Chamberlain Memorial Clock Tower (the world’s tallest free-standing clock), and the Barber Institute of Fine Arts, which opened in 1939 and exhibits original work by Van Gogh, Picasso and Monet. It is also the location of one of the largest medical schools in Europe and the place where pacemakers and plastic heart valves were developed, where allergy vaccines were pioneered and where the first clinical trials of the contraceptive pill outside the USA took place. Today, the university cites nanotechnology, gene therapy, virtual reality and robotics as being at the forefront of its research priorities. Despite Birmingham’s industrial roots, the city is one of the greenest in the UK, with more miles of canals than Venice. Popular with foodies, it is second only to London in terms of the number of Michelin star restaurants it boasts and, with almost 40% of its population below the age of 25, the city has one of the youngest populations in Europe. Notable Alumni · Baroness Valerie Amos – Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator at the United Nations. · Dr Simon Campbell CBE FRS FMedSci – has led innovative research, discovering some of the world's best-selling prescription drugs. · Sir Liam Donaldson – former Chief Medical Office, knighted in 2002 in recognition of his achievements in health care, Chairman of the World Health Organisation's patient safety initiative. · Jonathan Goldstein – award-winning commercial composer. · Tamsin Greig – award-winning actress. · Mike Coupe – Director, J Sainsbury’s. · Yogi Dewan – founding Partner, Hassium Asset Management LLP. · Sarah Cox – Head of Business Planning and Programme Management, London 2012 Olympics. · Dr Rowan Hillson MBE, MBChB – National Clinical Director for Diabetes. · Alan Davey – Chief Executive, Arts Council England.

In order to undertake a programme of study here at the University, you will need to demonstrate that you have a good level of written and spoken English. You can demonstrate your level of English with IELTS/TOEFL/PTE or alternative qualifications. Some degree programmes have slightly higher requirements . If you have been instructed and assessed in English language at a recognised institution, you may be exempt from these requirements Applicants with appropriate grades in Standard XII English (English Core/English Elective/Functional English in CBSE) do not require additional SELT qualifications. You may be required to provide evidence of your English ability. Please view the for specific programme requirements

· A place in university accommodation is guaranteed for all international students who are new to Birmingham; please refer to the university website for details, terms and conditions. · A range of accommodation includes single study bedrooms with shared kitchen and bathroom facilities, en-suite rooms with their own bathroom, as well as a selection of modern self-contained studios and apartments. All rooms have access to high-speed network and Internet access, and most rooms are within a 15-20 minute walk of the university's campus. · Students at the Vale Village can take advantage of Meal Plan, which provides a weekly balance of funds to spend at university food outlets at the Vale and across campus. · International students share halls of residence with UK students for a truly multi-cultural experience. There is also a dedicated 'Global Community' residence at Pritchatts House. Rents range from £87-106 per week for a single room in self-catered accommodation in 2017-18. A single room in catered halls costs £125-159. En suites are available from £135

To reward outstanding achievement and to help ensure that fears about finance do not constrain prospective international students from considering study in the UK, the University of Birmingham is pleased to offer a number of prestigious international scholarships .The numerous scholarships are for various courses. Please refer the university website for any queries. The University of Birmingham currently supports international students who come with funding from over 250 individual sponsoring ministries, governments, charities, companies and partner organisations. There are numerous other scholarships.Please refer university website for detail qualifications required. Other scholarships You can also apply for the British Government's Chevening Scholarships, and a variety of private agencies and charities for scholarships, bursaries and grants to study in the UK. For more information visit the British Council website or the UK Council for International Student Affairs website.