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University College Birmingham 2026: Courses, Fees, Admissions & Rankings

University College Birmingham is a leading university offering a wide range of programmes for international students.

University College Birmingham
QS Ranking
Not Ranked
University Type
Public
Total Students
6,760
Scholarships
1 Available

Overview

Location
Birmingham, United Kingdom
Institution Type
Public
Established
1957
Total Students
6,760
Popular Intakes
January, May, September
Average IELTS Requirement
UG: 6.0 · PG: 6.0
QS Ranking
Not Ranked

Updated October 2026Source: ucb.ac.uk

Fees & costs for international students

ItemGBPapprox. INR
Tuition per year (range across courses)£17,000 – £20,750₹21.4 – ₹26.1 lakh
Scholarship, per year (up to)£4,500₹5.7 lakh
Deposit to confirm your place£1,000₹1.3 lakh
Application feeNo Application Fee–
Living cost, per month£1,171₹1.5 lakh

INR at about 126 per £, approximate. Figures from our stored university data.

Admission requirements for Indian applicants

Backlogs accepted
0 - 12
IELTS
6, no band below 5.5
PTE / TOEFL / Duolingo
59 / 72 / 110
English waiver
12th English marks 60%
Deadline
ASAP
Intakes
January, May, September

How to apply

  1. Pick a course and check the entry rules above.
  2. Apply online or through AdmitKard.
  3. Pay the £1,000 deposit to receive your CAS.
  4. Apply for your UK Student visa.

Courses & Fees

PostgraduateGBP 17,000/yr *
MA Culinary Arts Management
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PostgraduateGBP 17,000/yr *
MA Culinary Arts Management (with Placement)
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PostgraduateGBP 17,000/yr *
MA Luxury Brand Management
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PostgraduateGBP 17,000/yr *
MA Marketing Management for Events, Hospitality and Tourism
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PostgraduateGBP 17,000/yr *
MA Marketing Management for Events, Hospitality and Tourism (with Placement)
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PostgraduateGBP 17,000/yr *
MA Prosthetics for Film and Television
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Updated October 2026Source: ucb.ac.uk

Cost of Living

Monthly Living Cost

GBP 1,171
(UKVI financial requirement, outside London)

Estimated Total

GBP 10,539
(For up to 9 months)

Updated October 2026Source: gov.uk

Scholarships 2026

Merit
Early Action Scholarship
GBP 4500
International students who pay the deposit by the published deadlines.

ucb.ac.uk

Updated October 2026Source: ucb.ac.uk

Rankings 2026

What rankings are available for University College Birmingham?
QS RankingSource: QS World University Rankings
Not Ranked

Cost & ROI Calculator

Subject (for salary lookup)
Business & Management
Tuition fee / year
GBP 17,000
Avg Starting Salary
GBP 28,990
UK national average, HESA 2023/24
Estimated Total Cost
GBP 42,078
Tuition − scholarship + living cost
Payback Period
1.5 years
Total cost ÷ starting salary

Graduate Job Prospects: Pay vs Competition

See what graduates in a subject typically earn in the UK, and how many University College Birmingham students graduate in it each year. Better pay with fewer graduates means less competition for jobs.

Subject
Business & Management

Figures are for the whole subject, not this single course.

Typical UK salary
£28,990
UK median for Business & Management (HESA 2023/24)
Graduates, 2024/25
1,105
Students who qualified in this subject at University College Birmingham
Opportunity score
5/10 Fair
Higher pay and fewer graduates score higher

Salary is the UK national median for the subject (HESA 2023/24). Graduates are University College Birmingham qualifiers in that subject (2024/25, HESA). The score is AdmitKard's own estimate, not an official statistic.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the IELTS and entry requirements for University College Birmingham?
IELTS 6.0 overall with no component below 5.5 is the standard for foundation degrees, bachelor's and master's courses. Some professional courses, such as nursing, ask for more. Degree requirements are set course by course, so check the Entry requirements section of your course page. ucb.ac.uk
Source: ucb.ac.uk
What scholarships are available at University College Birmingham?
Early Action Scholarship: GBP 4,500 or GBP 3,500 depending on the course, for international students who meet the deposit deadlines. No application is needed. Merit scholarships of up to the full tuition fee are also awarded each year. Amounts are reviewed each year, so confirm the figure for your intake on the official page. ucb.ac.uk
Source: ucb.ac.uk
Is University College Birmingham a good choice for job-focused education?
Students highlight its practical-oriented, industry-linked approach as a strength, which may help improve job prospects after graduation compared to purely theoretical programs. Watch: Real student experience
Does University College Birmingham have any partnerships with other universities?
Yes — University College Birmingham partners with the University of Warwick for some of its accredited programs, combining practical, industry-linked learning with academic credibility. Watch: Real student experience

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