If you're looking for a vibrant, multi-cultural university, excellence in teaching and learning with total commitment to your employability - plus a sparkling social life, Birmingham City University is definitely for you!
A large, modern university with over 24,000 students spanning sites
across the city, all within easy reach of the lively city centre, you'll
find the fantastic range of courses available has been designed with
your career aspirations in mind. Established links with industry and the
professions ensure every aspect of study is designed to equip you with
the skills needed in today's job market and beyond.
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Facilities for Education
Library and Learning Resources
Birmingham City University has seven libraries, including The Mary
Seacole Library, one of the biggest specialist health libraries in the
UK. These resources and the Learning Centre, support the different
subjects and interests of the staff and students.
To find out more about the library and access our online resources,
please visit the Library and Learning Resources website
Academic Skills Centre
The centre is available to give students advice on their study skills and English language skills. Students can book a one-to-one tutorial to discuss aspects of their work, or attend a variety of study skills and English language workshops free of charge.
Study spaces
The libraries and learning centre host a range of different types of study spaces. There are group rooms and designated areas and individual study rooms at Kenrick and Mary Seacole Libraries. The Conservatoire Library even has a separate room for listening to and watching its multimedia collection.
It's a hugely exciting time to be a Birmingham City University student.
The BCU is planning to invest significantly over the next five years in
developing the University's estate.
There will be new student accommodation, better access to social and
welfare services and new and improved sports facilities. The BCU recently
opened a new £8 million sports village with indoor sports halls and a
multi-gym at our City North Campus.
Facilities of Recreation
Cafe Edge
A range of hot and cold snacks, Self help salad bar and Costa Coffee is available. This service is extremely popular and should suit many tastes.
iBar
Millennium Point, Birmingham.
The trendy iBar hosts many one-off events such as live bands and performers, along with open mic sessions.
The Pavilion
Perry Bar, Birmingham.
Just off College Road, near Perry Barr campus, The Pavilion is the prime location for sporting folk, where you can enjoy a post match drink in the pavilion bar. This beautiful £4.5m sports centre also plays host to a conferencing suite and banqueting facilities which are available for private hire.
Lounge
Edgbaston Campus
This brand spanking new bar is located at Edgbaston Campus just a stones throw from the halls of residence. Lounge with a relaxing daytime vibe serving juices, smoothies and coffees. At night time the bar becomes a banging venue with a dance floor or a place to socialise, meet new friends and enjoy a drink.
The Village Inn
Handsworth, Birmingham.
A cosy pub located in the middle of Hampstead Halls is the perfect place to relax with your friends or get geared up for a night out.
Bar 42
City North Campus (Perry Barr)
Bar 42 offers comfy settees, great food & the latest music all day long. The interior has been designed by Ministry of Sound Designers and offers tasty food, pool tables, quiz machines, music and drinks. At night the venue is transformed to host some quality nights' catering for everyone.
Open Days
The next undergraduate open days will be on Saturday 16 June, Friday 5 and Saturday 6 October 2012 (except Birmingham School of Acting and Conservatoire courses). Registration will open in Summer 2012.
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