

London, England
Birkbeck, University of London is one of the world's leading universities located in London, Greater London.
In the latest rankings, Birkbeck is positioned #388 in the QS World Rankings 2026; in the 301-350 band in the THE World Rankings 2026; #4 in the Guardian University Guide (UK).
The university has approximately 7,720 students, with a diverse international community representing 60 nationalities. The largest international cohorts come from United States, China, and India.
Birkbeck currently lists 181 courses on CourseOptions, spanning 64 undergraduate and 117 postgraduate programmes.
Graduate outcomes are strong: 87% of graduates go into employment or further study within 15 months, and the median graduate salary is £31,500, rising to £32,500 after five years.
Student satisfaction is strong, with an NSS teaching satisfaction score of 87%.
London is one of the world's great capital cities, offering unmatched career opportunities and cultural richness.
Birkbeck, University of London is ranked #388 in the world by QS World University Rankings 2026 and #34 in the UK by the Complete University Guide.
| Ranking System | Position |
|---|---|
| QS World University Rankings 2026 | #388 |
| Times Higher Education 2026 | #301 |
| Guardian University Guide (UK) | No Guardian Ranking Available |
| The Complete University Guide (UK) | #34 |
Source: QS, THE, CUG, Guardian — Updated January 2026
79.6% of graduates are in employment or further study within 15 months of graduation.
| Time After Graduation | Median Salary | UK Average | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £31,500 | £28,980 | +9% |
| 3 years | £30,100 | £27,692 | +9% |
| 5 years | £32,500 | £29,900 | +9% |
Source: HESA Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) 2025
These figures represent institution-wide averages across all subject areas and study modes. Actual graduate outcomes vary by course and cohort. For course-specific data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
Has an 78% overall satisfaction rate according to the National Student Survey (NSS) 2025.
Source: National Student Survey (NSS) 2025.
These figures represent institution-wide averages across all courses and may not reflect satisfaction for a specific course. For course-level data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
12% of students are international, representing 60+ countries. Total international students: 930.
| Countries | Students | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| United States | 100 | 10.8% |
| China | 90 | 9.7% |
| India | 80 | 8.6% |
| Spain | 45 | 4.8% |
| Italy | 40 | 4.3% |
| Saudi Arabia | 30 | 3.2% |
| Germany | 25 | 2.7% |
| Hong Kong | 25 | 2.7% |
| Pakistan | 25 | 2.7% |
| Bangladesh | 20 | 2.2% |
Source: HESA official data.
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Full fee remission and £18,000 annual bursary for forced migrants
Open to all international students
Deadline: 15 June 2026Full tuition fee waiver plus bursary for postgraduate AI students
Open to all international students
Deadline: 31 July 2026Full fee waiver for postgraduate history students
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Deadline: 31 July 2026£6,000 fee waiver for MA History of Art students
For students from: 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
Deadline: 31 July 2026£5,000 bursaries for environment and sustainability students
Open to all international students
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