Birmingham City University
URN: 133788 • Birmingham B5 5JU
Overview
- Name
- Birmingham City University
- URN
- 133788
- Type
- Higher education institutions
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 58.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Philip Plowden (since 2025) , Vice Chancellor
- Telephone
- 01213315000
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- University House, Birmingham B5 5JU
Summary
Birmingham City University (BCU) is a mixed-gender higher education institution located in Birmingham, UK. The university is committed to providing a supportive learning environment, evidenced by its Gold rating for student experience and a Silver rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023. BCU is particularly noted for its strong focus on social mobility, ranking 8th in England according to HEPI 2024.
The university offers a diverse range of courses, including undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, as well as HNDs and Foundation Degrees. BCU is recognized for its emphasis on practical work experience, being named the best university in the West Midlands for resources and support in this area. Additionally, the institution provides various scholarships and financial support packages, such as BCU Boost, to assist students throughout their studies.
BCU fosters a vibrant student community, with seven halls of residence and numerous opportunities for engagement in Birmingham's cultural and social life. The university prioritizes student well-being, offering comprehensive support services, including mental health and disability assistance, ensuring that all students have the resources they need to thrive academically and personally.
The university offers a diverse range of courses, including undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, as well as HNDs and Foundation Degrees. BCU is recognized for its emphasis on practical work experience, being named the best university in the West Midlands for resources and support in this area. Additionally, the institution provides various scholarships and financial support packages, such as BCU Boost, to assist students throughout their studies.
BCU fosters a vibrant student community, with seven halls of residence and numerous opportunities for engagement in Birmingham's cultural and social life. The university prioritizes student well-being, offering comprehensive support services, including mental health and disability assistance, ensuring that all students have the resources they need to thrive academically and personally.
Useful links
- Legal Information (governance)
- Graduate events and training (calendar)
- News and events (calendar)
- Upcoming Events (calendar)
- News and events (calendar)
- BCU lecturer wins prestigious global teaching award to combat misinformation (calendar)
- Read more (calendar)
- Birmingham celebrates World Craft City status at BCU’s School of Jewellery (calendar)
- Sir Lenny Henry Centre begins search for new Director (calendar)
Nearby alternatives
- The Lambs Christian School (73.2)
- Brays School (69.8)
- Hamd House School (69.6)
- Wilson Stuart School (68.7)
- Mander Portman Woodward Independent College (66.8)
Key details
- LA
- Birmingham
- Age range
- -
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- Pupils
- Boys
- Girls
- FSM %
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-03-22
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | |||||
| 2024-09-11 | |||||
| 2023-09-11 | |||||
| 2022-09-11 | |||||
| 2021-09-11 | |||||
| 2020-09-11 |
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