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University of Birmingham · Undergraduate
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UndergraduateBachelor of Science (with Honours)UCAS: LK74
Geography and Urban & Regional Planning
University of BirminghamBirmingham, England
3 yearsDuration
£9,790Per Year (Home)
£9,790Home Fee
94%Satisfaction
Course Overview
The BSc (Hons) Geography and Urban & Regional Planning at University of Birmingham is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about shaping the built environment. Based in Birmingham, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 3-year full-time structure. Join us in tackling pressing societal challenges like urban regeneration through to sustainable development. Enabling you to shape the future of our cities and regions, for a healthier, fairer, and more sustainable environment. Why Study Planning at Birmingham? This programme mixes theory with hands-on experience of urban projects and field trips. Home/uk fees are £9,790 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 91% student satisfaction rating, and a 95% continuation rate.
What You'll Learn
Professionally recognised -
Transferable skills -
Flexibility -
Fieldwork -
UCAS Code:LK74
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | ABB Specified subjects excluded for entry: General Studies and Critical Thinking |
| International Baccalaureate | 32 points 6, 5, 5 in Higher level subjects plus 32 points overall. |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 64 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
Home Student Fee
£9,790
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
English language requirements If you are an international student, you will need to demonstrate you have a suitable level of English proficiency, usually through the form of an IELTS or equivalent qualification or a Presessional English course. £9,790 per year for domestic (UK) students for 2026/27 If Parliament agrees on an increase in tuition fees, the University will increase fees for each year of s
📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official LEO data (HMRC tax records)
💰 Graduate Salaries — University of Birmingham
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 years | £24,000 | £26,500 | £29,500 |
| 5 years | £30,000 | £39,500 | £43,500 |
UK subject average: £28,500 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation▼ Close to UK average salary
This course
£26,500
UK average
£28,500
Salary 5 years after graduation▲ 39% above UK average salary
This course
£39,500
UK average
£28,500
Salary trend: ↑ up £13,000 from year 3 to year 5
Indicative Data
Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH13-01-04 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
70%Working
10%Work & Study
10%Seeking Work
95%Professional Jobs
Official Data
Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
Student Satisfaction
Course-level dataNational Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only
88%
Overall
Teaching on my course
94%Learning opportunities
83%Assessment and feedback
84%Academic support
96%Organisation and management
90%Learning resources
92%Student voice
79%Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
90%National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
Official Data
Source: This specific course at this provider
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