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University College Birmingham

Birmingham, United Kingdom · Public · Est. Victorian roots as the Birmingham Municipal Technical School; degree-awarding powers 2007, university status 2012

Updated 28 Oct 2026

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Established

Victorian roots as the Birmingham Municipal Technical School; degree-awarding powers 2007, university status 2012

Type

Public

Location

Birmingham, United Kingdom

Ranking

Not ranked

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About the university

University College Birmingham (UCB) is a full university in the centre of Birmingham, despite the word "College" in its name. It began with cookery and technical classes in Victorian Birmingham, became the Birmingham College of Food, gained taught degree-awarding powers in 2007 and full university status in 2012. It is best known for hospitality, tourism, culinary arts, aviation and events management, and also teaches business, computing, health, nursing, sport and engineering.

Indian students look at UCB for career-focused courses, lower fees than many UK universities and a February intake as well as September. Most one-year and 18-month master's courses on this page cost £18,000 for 2027/28, and UCB says an international student's first-year fee is held for the rest of the course. UCB has an India Office that helps applicants.

UCB's main buildings are in Birmingham city centre, and its halls at The Maltings are about 15 minutes' walk from the Summer Row campus. The university also offers an International Foundation Diploma and pre-sessional English courses for students who need them before a degree.

History
Grew from Victorian cookery classes and the Birmingham Municipal Technical School; taught degree-awarding powers in 2007 and full university status in December 2012
Total students
Over 10,000 students from around 90 countries (About page)
International students
More than 1,400 international students from over 60 countries (About page)
Intakes
September and February for most degrees
Campus
City-centre campus around Summer Row and Moss House, with The Maltings halls about 15 minutes' walk away
Student satisfaction
3rd in the UK for overall satisfaction in the National Student Survey 2026, with a 90.3% positivity score (university's student satisfaction page)

Rankings

    Popular courses with Indian students

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    Fees for international students

    Course fees
    CourseDurationFee / year (GBP)Approx. in rupees
    Data Analytics MSc1.5 years full time (with optional 3 or 6-month placement)£18,000≈ ₹22 lakh
    Computer Science MSc / PGDip1.5 years full time (MSc, with optional placement)£18,000≈ ₹22 lakh
    International Business Management MSc / PGDip1 year full time (September start); 15 months (February start)£18,000≈ ₹22 lakh
    Master of Business Administration (MBA)1 year full time£18,000≈ ₹22 lakh
    Accounting and Finance MSc / PGDip1 year full time£18,000≈ ₹22 lakh
    Engineering Management MSc18 months full time£18,000≈ ₹22 lakh
    International Hospitality Management MSc / PGDip1.5 years full time£18,000≈ ₹22 lakh
    Public Health MSc1 year full time£18,000≈ ₹22 lakh

    Fees are for international students for the entry year shown on each course page and can rise each year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.

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    Scholarships

    • New international students (programmes starting February 2027, September 2027 and February 2028)

      Early Action Scholarship

      Value: Up to £3,500 off tuition (the page also mentions up to £4,500 in its introduction)

      Eligibility: Awarded automatically to new international students who meet the payment deadlines. No application needed.

      Official page (opens in a new tab)
    • Undergraduate, 2nd and 3rd years

      Continuation Scholarship

      Value: £2,000

      Eligibility: Returning international undergraduates who started in September 2025 or later. Awarded automatically.

      Official page (opens in a new tab)
    • International applicants; the Sustainable Development Scholarship is for postgraduates

      Merit scholarships (Vice Chancellor's Award, Dean's Award, Rising Talent, Women in Leadership and others)

      Value: Amounts not stated on the page; UCB says it offers more than 100 merit scholarships

      Eligibility: Academic excellence, leadership or other criteria named for each award. Rounds for February 2027, September 2027 and February 2028.

      Official page (opens in a new tab)
    • Foundation, undergraduate or postgraduate

      Alumni Scholarship

      Value: 20% or 25% off tuition fees, based on achievement

      Eligibility: Students who completed a UCB degree and progress to another UCB programme.

      Official page (opens in a new tab)

    Admission requirements

    Undergraduate

    • Bachelor's degrees: an overall average of at least 60% in Class 12, from state or central boards.
    • Advanced entry to some degrees may be possible with a relevant Indian diploma or a UK HND.
    • The International Foundation Diploma (£11,500 for 2027/28) is an alternative route.

    Postgraduate

    • MA and MSc: a degree with an overall average of at least 55%.
    • Applicants with a 3-year degree at 55%, or a 4-year degree at 50–55%, are offered the Postgraduate Diploma first and can progress to the master's if they pass at master's level.
    • MSc Accounting and Finance asks for a closely related degree; most other master's courses have no subject prerequisite.

    Documents

    • Valid passport
    • Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets
    • Degree certificate and transcripts for postgraduate courses
    • English test certificate, or Class 12 English marks
    • Personal statement
    • References where requested

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    English language requirements

    English requirements
    Test or routeTypical requirement
    IELTS Academic or UKVI6.0 with no band below 5.5 for most degrees; the MBA asks for Speaking 6.0
    TOEFL iBT72, with Reading 18, Writing 17, Listening 17 and Speaking 20 (Home Edition not accepted)
    Class 12 English (India page)UCB's India page lists minimum Class 12 English marks by board, for example CBSE and ICSE 60%, Maharashtra 60%, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Gujarat and Andhra Pradesh 65%. Confirm with UCB whether this replaces a test for your course.
    Other testsLanguageCert at B2 pass (not online) and IELTS Indicator are accepted for degree courses. PTE and Duolingo are not mentioned on the English requirements page.

    Accommodation and living costs

    UCB's own halls are at The Maltings, about 15 minutes' walk from the Summer Row campus. Contracts run for 42 weeks from September to June, and rent includes heating, lighting, Wi-Fi and contents insurance. First-time international students are offered a room if they return the agreement, deposit and pre-payment on time. Prices below are for 2026/27.

    Accommodation and living costs
    ItemIn GBPApprox. in rupees
    The Maltings standard room£5,628 for the 42-week contract£134per week≈ ₹16,348
    The Maltings en suite room£6,636 for the 42-week contract£158per week≈ ₹19,276
    Accommodation deposit£100one-off≈ ₹12,200

    Campus and location

    UCB's campus is in central Birmingham, with teaching buildings on and around Summer Row and the Moss House building, and halls at The Maltings.

    • Training restaurants and kitchens for culinary arts and hospitality students.
    • Over £300 million invested in campuses and facilities.
    • The Maltings halls have more than 800 study bedrooms, an on-site gym, sports hall, IT suite and social space.
    • Placements are built into many undergraduate degrees, and full-time master's students can add an optional 3 or 6-month placement on several courses.

    Careers and graduate outcomes

    UCB's courses are vocational, with placements, live projects and industry links in hospitality, aviation, business and health. After graduating you can apply for the UK Graduate visa; see our UK guide.

    Graduate outcomes
    WhatFigureSource
    Overall student satisfaction3rd in the UK, 90.3% positivityNational Student Survey 2026, via UCB
    Postgraduate taught experience88% overall positivityPTES 2025, via UCB

    Studying in the UK

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    FAQs

    How much is a master's at UCB?

    Most master's courses on this page cost £18,000 for the 2027/28 academic year, and UCB holds the first-year fee for later years. The MBA is also £18,000 for 2027/28.

    Does UCB have a February intake?

    Yes. Most master's and bachelor's courses on this page start in September or February.

    What marks do I need from India?

    At least 60% overall in Class 12 for a bachelor's, and a degree with at least 55% for a master's. Some applicants with a 3-year degree are offered the PGDip first and move up to the master's.

    Are there scholarships for Indian students?

    Yes. The Early Action Scholarship is automatic for new international students who pay on time, and UCB runs merit awards such as the Vice Chancellor's and Dean's Awards.

    How much is accommodation?

    At The Maltings, a standard room is £134 a week and an en suite £158 a week in 2026/27, on a 42-week contract with bills included.

    Sources

    1. UCB: international tuition fees (opens in a new tab)
    2. UCB: Data Analytics MSc (opens in a new tab)
    3. UCB: Master of Business Administration (MBA) (opens in a new tab)
    4. UCB: India entry requirements (opens in a new tab)
    5. UCB: English language entry requirements (opens in a new tab)
    6. UCB: international scholarships (opens in a new tab)
    7. UCB: The Maltings accommodation (opens in a new tab)
    8. UCB: About us (opens in a new tab)
    9. UCB: history of University College Birmingham (opens in a new tab)
    10. UCB: student satisfaction (opens in a new tab)

    Official website: www.ucb.ac.uk (opens in a new tab)

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