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Visas and immigration

Once you have made your decision to study at University College Birmingham, you will need to make final arrangements, which are likely to include obtaining a visa.

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Credibility interviews

As part of your student visa application, you may be asked to attend an interview. It is incredibly important that you prepare for this interview, so we have prepared some guidance that should help with your preparation.

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International application

Students from outside the EU can apply to us directly while undergraduate applicants can also apply via UCAS. Read our step-by-step guide here.

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International Application Deadlines

This page outlines the international application deadlines for the September 2025 intake.

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English language entry requirements

Find out more about the English language requirements.

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Meet the International team

Find out more about the International team

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Contact us

There are many ways you can contact University College Birmingham, from phone and email to social media.

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Accommodation for international students

International students studying at University College Birmingham for the first time will be offered accommodation in our halls of residence.

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Graduate Outcomes Survey

The Graduate Outcomes survey is a statutory, national survey managed by the Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA). It captures information on what graduates are doing 15 months after their course has ended.

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eduroam

The eduroam (educational roaming network) is a secure wireless service provided by JANET available to visitors from other educational institutions who also subscribe to eduroam.

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Admissions - Live chat

Our Admissions team are available Monday to Friday to support you with any admissions enquiries that you may have.

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Marks and Certificates

Whether you're a former student who needs to replace vital documents, or a current student who wants to know what you will receive when you complete your studies, you will find all the relevant information here.

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Accessibility Statement

The website will aim to achieve the recommended government standard for web accessibility.

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Alumni

Welcome to graduate life. After working hard to get to this point, you are now automatically a member of the University College Birmingham Alumni network.

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UCB Ahead

UCB Ahead is a free one-week welcome programme for international students, helping you prepare for studies at UCB with academic sessions and support.

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Benefits and services

Our former students’ association with the UCB community extends well beyond the last lecture and graduation.

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School and college outreach

Our schools liaison and outreach team coordinates a variety of initiatives to raise aspirations and broaden awareness and understanding of Higher Education.

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Support for staff

If you're a staff member affected by sexual harassment, violence, or abuse, we’re here to support you. Access confidential guidance, reporting options, and wellbeing services.

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International students

Join our global community of more than 1,400 students from over 60 countries. Our international team will help make your application and arrival as smooth as possible.

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Student Ambassadors

Our Student Ambassador scheme provides opportunities for flexible, part-time work that will fit around your studies while you enhance your CV.

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International Deposit Payment Policy

Information about our deposit payment policy for international students.

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After you have applied

Read more about what happens after you have made an international application for a course at University College Birmingham.

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Job application process

Throughout the job application process, we are committed to ensuring our processes are fair and inclusive. Our goal is to ensure the selection of the most qualified candidates who align with our values and contribute to the dynamic environment at…

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United Arab Emirates

Detailed country-specific information regarding entry requirements, English requirements and applications at University College Birmingham.

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Saudi Arabia

Detailed country-specific information regarding entry requirements, English requirements and applications at University College Birmingham.

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Algeria

Detailed country-specific information regarding entry requirements, English requirements and applications at University College Birmingham.

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Bangladesh

Detailed country-specific information regarding entry requirements, English requirements and applications at University College Birmingham.

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Indonesia

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Iran

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Kenya

Detailed country-specific information regarding entry requirements, English requirements and applications at University College Birmingham.

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Ghana

Detailed country-specific information regarding entry requirements, English requirements and applications at University College Birmingham.

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Nepal

Detailed country-specific information regarding entry requirements, English requirements and applications at University College Birmingham.

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China

Detailed country-specific information regarding entry requirements, English requirements and applications at University College Birmingham.

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Vietnam

Detailed country-specific information regarding entry requirements, English requirements and applications at University College Birmingham.

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Nigeria

Detailed country-specific information regarding entry requirements, English requirements and applications at University College Birmingham.

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South Africa

Detailed country-specific information regarding entry requirements, English requirements and applications at University College Birmingham.

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Uzbekistan

Detailed country-specific information regarding entry requirements, English requirements and applications at University College Birmingham.

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Azerbaijan

Detailed country-specific information regarding entry requirements, English requirements and applications at University College Birmingham.

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Egypt

Detailed country-specific information regarding entry requirements, English requirements and applications at University College Birmingham.

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Lebanon

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Pakistan

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Philippines

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Hong Kong

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India

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Sports Performance and Rehabilitation Conference 2022

The fourth edition of SPARC takes place on Monday 24th October in the heart of Birmingham. The speakers we have lined up for you will provide a comprehensive coverage of the dynamic and everchanging world of elite sport performance and…

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Day In The Life Of An Adult Nurse Webinar

Join our online ‘day in the life of an adult nurse’ taster session, where a member of our adult nursing teaching team will provide you with an insight into the daily tasks and duties of a community and hospital adult…

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Brazil

Detailed country-specific information regarding entry requirements, English requirements and applications at University College Birmingham.

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Sports Therapy research viva

Sports Therapy students are presenting their vivas to lecturers as part of their final year Research Project.

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Amazing Canadian placement took Naomi out of her comfort zone

Naomi Morris always wanted to go to Canada but feared the costs, visa difficulties and her limited kitchen skills would hamper a “long-haul” student hospitality placement.

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Four alumni return to find UCB transformed - 49 years after graduating

After graduating UCB in 1978, Mike Coombs and Mike Butler kept in touch via yearly Christmas cards. Last year, they managed to track down two more ex-classmates over the internet – over five decades since they all first started their…

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Our thoughts are with members of our community who are affected by the current situation in Ukraine and surrounding countries.

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You're hired! Marketing students present patent-worthy business plans

A group of marketing students have brought their business ideas to life with a highly ambitious end of year showcase.

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If you are like me, who has travelled (or plans to travel) to the UK to study a master’s either in culinary arts or hospitality and tourism at University College Birmingham, let me tell you that you are at the…

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Originally from Kenya, Ivy chose to study Food and Nutrition because of a strong interest in the relationship between food, health, and wellbeing, particularly within communities.

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UCB students develop a global mind-set

UCB students are gearing up to enhance their skills as global graduates following a meeting with employers.

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Fashion for Charity

As part of the Live Events module, a group of six BA (Hons) Events Management students organised a charity fashion show ‘A Vision to Remember’ to showcase the talent of fashion students in the Birmingham area.

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Work of hired@UCB leads to rise in internships across the pond

Dedication on the part of UCB's employability service has led to impressive growth in the number of internships being offered to students by employers in the USA.

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Winners take it all at AASE Boxing Graduation

Some of the best young boxers from all over the UK descended on UCB for the Advanced Apprenticeship in Sporting Excellence (AASE) Boxing Graduation Awards.

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UCB students inspired by successful alumni

Students from all years of UCB’s Culinary Arts Management (CAM) course attended an annual Careers Evening in the Brasserie Restaurant.

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Special Hair and Media Makeup students can meet the experts

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Students who overcame challenges awarded bursaries thanks to Whatuni award win

Six students who overcame huge challenges to get a university education have been awarded an incredible bursary to help them out financially – all thanks to University College Birmingham’s Whatuni award win earlier this year.

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Sun, sights and sustainability for students on Montenegro trip

The trip gave students an insight into sustainable tourism in this up and coming destination.

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All aboard the Ruby Princess

Six students from Further Education Hair and Beauty courses recently travelled to Southampton docks to visit the spa facilities on board the cruise ship Ruby Princess.

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Could you be the next Olympic champion?

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Chelmsley Wood's Bluebell Wood eatery welcomes high-profile visitors

Bluebell Wood welcomes high-profile guests and the highest environmental health rating of 5.

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Man Utd psychologist to Royal Ballet physio: meet lineup for 2022 sports conference

From a psychologist for top-flight footballers to injury specialists for elite ballet dancers and rugby players, guest speakers at this year’s University College Birmingham sports conference will have delegates on the edge of their seats.

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New free app to guide young people through UCB courses and careers

Teenagers can get a taste of further education at UCB without leaving home, thanks to an exciting new app. BeMe@UCB provides a fun, interactive look at the varied career paths open to students, whether it is working in tourism, childcare,…

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Hospitality students are star Showmakers

UCB’s food and bakery students may have won big at the NEC Hospitality Show, but it was the Hospitality students who were really running the show.

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Graduation pride for UCB's star boxers

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Seconds out…UCB Boxing Academy launched

University College Birmingham hopes to unearth the next generation of British boxing stars with the launch of a dedicated new academy.

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Your chance to name the UCB bear

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There's no business like show business at SHMM's Employability Day

UCB’s Specialist Hair and Media Make-up course has drawn experts from across the country to deliver demonstrations, workshops, and trade secrets in a day-long event devoted to employability in the make-up and special FX industries.

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Specialist Hair and Media Make-up newsletter: Issue 4

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A University College Birmingham graduate brought together a host of strategic partners for a conference promoting sustainable business growth, social responsibility, and social impact practices in the construction industry.

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Students take on climate change challenge through University of Warwick partnership

University College Birmingham students have pitched plans to help combat climate change as part of a worldwide event held by the University of Warwick – as exciting new opportunities emerge from the partnership between the two institutions.