Students make up 40% of Birmingham’s young adult community – so you’ll be right at home here!
Love learning in
the big city
Studying here at University College Birmingham puts you right at the heart of an amazing city – so why not make the most of it while you're here?
Maybe you already live in Birmingham, or this could even be your first time in the city. Wherever you're from, we want you to get the best out of your time here and make the most of all that 'Brum' has to offer.
Getting here
One of the best things about studying in a big city like Birmingham is it's easy getting around. You can hop on a bus to and from pretty much anywhere in Brum, while our campus is just a few minutes' walk from all three of the city's main railway stations. And then there's the Metro lines too!
If you're coming from further away, Birmingham is really well connected to the rest of the Midlands and beyond. Whether you live anywhere from Wolverhampton, Walsall and Solihull to Coventry, Kidderminster or Cannock, we've got great transport links to connect you to campus.
Find out more and plan your journey on the Transport for West Midlands website:
Need a helping hand with travel costs? University College Birmingham provides a range of support options including discounted bus and train travel. Find out more and what you might be eligible for on our Financial Support Hub.
Getting out and about
Got free time between classes? Want to grab a bite with some friends? Or just looking for somewhere fresh to get some quite study time in? Whether you want to eat, work or relax, you're spoilt for choice in Brum.
University College Birmingham is only a few minutes' walk from some awesome eating spots, cosy cafes and all kinds of shops. And if you need somewhere else to study, the massive Library of Birmingham is right next door to our Baskerville House building – it's even got its own balconies and rooftop gardens!
But if the hustle and bustle isn't your vibe, this city's still got you covered. There's loads of parks and green spaces you can check out near our campus. Chill in the peace and quiet at St Paul's Square, say hi to the pigeons at Cathedral Square, or just take a stroll along the city's winding canals.
Want to know more? Check out the Visit Birmingham website:
Getting to know Brum
Think you know Birmingham? Check out these facts about the city where you'll be studying:
- Young at heart. Did you know Birmingham is the youngest city in Europe? Around 40% of the population is under the age of 25, including loads of students from around the world – so you're in great company!
- Built for big moments. Brum's big venues and events bring the stars to town every year, including some of the biggest names in music, TV and theatre – and many of them are Brummies! The city's also the home of top sports teams and competitions – we've got Premier League football and international cricket, as well as this year's European Athletics Championships.
- Making history. So much is made right here in Birmingham. Our campus is next to the famous Jewellery Quarter, while the city is celebrated for its industrial history and being the birthplace of loads of household names – from Typhoo tea to HP and, for all you chocolate lovers, we're the home of Cadbury!
Getting around campus
We have eight campus buildings in Birmingham city centre and the Jewellery Quarter, used by a mix of our college, sixth form and university students.
For college students, you'll probably spend most of your time at our main Summer Row building, while sixth form students have their own dedicated home at our Sixth Form Centre in Camden House. You'll also find all sorts of specialist facilities and other services elsewhere across campus, depending on what you're studying.
Want to know more about where you'll be learning? Take a look at our Campuses and Facilities pages:
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