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International Students

People travel from across the globe to study Media and Communication courses at Birmingham City University. International students from a wide range of cultural and academic backgrounds benefit from their studies here and also bring a wealth of backgrounds and perspectives that enhance the learning experience for all of our students.

The Birmingham School of Media at Birmingham City University takes a special interest in the needs of international students and can provide the support needed to make the most of the opportunity to study here.

Why study with us?

  • The school can offer you high-quality teaching, top-of the range equipment, work placements at top media organisations, free English language support and much more.
  • Our location in England's second city also makes us an attractive place to study the media. Birmingham is a vibrant, cosmopolitan and multi-cultural city with a worldwide reputation as a base for many creative media organisations. For more information on life in Birmingham please see the Life and Work in Birmingham page or http://www.birmingham.org.uk.
  • You are guaranteed accommodation in Halls of residence during your course. Please see the Accommodation website for further information.

We recognise that travelling to a different country to study full-time can be a daunting experience, but you will find that Birmingham City University offers a strong support structure from the moment you arrive here. Please see our International Homepage for more information.

For further information please see our International FAQs page.