

Birmingham, England
University College Birmingham is a university located in Birmingham, West Midlands. It holds a Silver TEF rating, recognising teaching that exceeds national expectations.
The university has approximately 6,760 students, with 47% coming from outside the UK. The largest international cohorts come from Nepal, India, and China.
University College Birmingham currently lists 55 courses on CourseOptions, spanning 31 undergraduate and 24 postgraduate programmes. There are 11 scholarships available for international students.
Graduate outcomes are strong: 84% of graduates go into employment or further study within 15 months, and the median graduate salary is £25,500, rising to £25,600 after five years.
Student satisfaction is strong, with an NSS teaching satisfaction score of 90%.
Birmingham is the UK's second-largest city, undergoing a major renaissance with excellent transport connections.
| Ranking System | Position |
|---|---|
| QS World University Rankings 2026 | Not Ranked in QS |
| Times Higher Education 2026 | Not Ranked in THE |
| Guardian University Guide (UK) | No Guardian Ranking Available |
| The Complete University Guide (UK) | No CUG Ranking Available |
Source: QS, THE, CUG, Guardian — Updated January 2026
77.8% of graduates are in employment or further study within 15 months of graduation.
| Time After Graduation | Median Salary | UK Average | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £25,500 | £23,460 | +9% |
| 3 years | £22,600 | £20,792 | +9% |
| 5 years | £25,600 | £23,552 | +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 85% 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.
47% of students are international, representing 26+ countries. Total international students: 3,180.
| Countries | Students | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Nepal | 1,555 | 48.9% |
| India | 785 | 24.7% |
| China | 365 | 11.5% |
| Bangladesh | 120 | 3.8% |
| Pakistan | 105 | 3.3% |
| Nigeria | 35 | 1.1% |
| Thailand | 30 | 0.9% |
| Hong Kong | 20 | 0.6% |
| Sri Lanka | 15 | 0.5% |
| Ireland | 10 | 0.3% |
Source: HESA official data.
We found 7 scholarships you may be eligible for based on your location.
£10,000 postgraduate scholarship for Pakistani students
For students from: 🇵🇰 Pakistan
Full tuition fee scholarship for outstanding international students
For selected nationalities (see university)
50% tuition fee discount for outstanding international students
For selected nationalities (see university)
Scholarship for international students meeting payment deadlines
For selected nationalities (see university)
Deadline: 27 July 2026Tuition fee scholarship for UCB alumni progressing to higher degrees
Open to all international students
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