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Jennens Court, 250 Jennens Rd, Birmingham B5 5JR, United Kingdom
2 mins walk to Birmingham City University
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Coleshill street, Birmingham, England, B4 7UP
5 mins walk to Birmingham City University
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Unite Students - Mary Sturge, Aston St, Birmingham B4 7UJ, United Kingdom
7 mins walk to Birmingham City University
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Coleshill Street, Birmingham, England, B4 7EH
7 mins walk to Birmingham City University
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191 Corporation Street, Birmingham, B4 6RP
8 mins walk to Birmingham City University
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Canvas The Old Fire Station, Aston St, Birmingham, B4 7DA
9 mins walk to Birmingham City University
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Aston Street, Birmingham, England, B4 7UP
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30 Staniforth St, Birmingham B4 7DR, United Kingdom
10 mins by public transport, 13 mins walk to Birmingham City University
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30 Staniforth St, Birmingham, B4 7DR
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About Birmingham City University
Birmingham City University distance from the City Centre:
Walking - 30 minutes
Bus - 15 minutes
Taxi - 15 minutes
Birmingham City University has on-campus student accommodation options with an average rent of £4,130/semester. The rent of the room includes electricity, water, gas, Wi-Fi, maintenance, and security.
Birmingham City University follows a two-semester academic year system. Each semester has around 14 weeks.
The best month to book a Birmingham City University student on-campus after the university offer to study is accepted is February. Accommodation applications are processed on a first-come, first-served basis, which generally start with:
New undergraduate - February
New postgraduate - February
For returning students - January
Birmingham City University Off-Campus Student Housing Options
PBSAs and Private Lets are the most popular off-campus student accommodation in Birmingham. These are a little more expensive than on-campus student rooms but offer additional benefits such as flexible contract length, flexible move-in dates, independent social life, modern amenities along with room rent, electricity, water, gas, Wi-Fi, maintenance, and security included in bills. The only differences are:
Purpose-built student accommodation: Average rent £950/month
Generally located within walking distance from the university.
Popular Birmingham City University accommodation options include Jennens Court Unite, Lakeside Unite, and True Birmingham.
Private Student Houses (Private Lets) with an average price of £1,250/month
Generally located in residential areas, anywhere in the city.
Recommended Birmingham City University private lets include Luxury Apartment - Rowley Regis and Luxury 2 Bed City Centre with Parking.
Secure a Private Student Room Near Birmingham City University Without a University Offer Letter
Unite Students, iQ Student Accommodation, and Uninest accept advance bookings for a limited number of rooms for such students with cancellation and refund provisions. T&C is applied according to the provider. We suggest checking our cancellation and refund policies before booking a room or speaking with our multilingual student housing experts.
Popular Student Areas to Live Near Birmingham City University
1. Edgbaston
Edgbaston’s average rent is around £100/week i.e (£400/month). It’s a 20-minute walk from campus. Some accommodation options close to campus include Jennens Court Unite, Lakeside Unite, and True Birmingham.
Underground (Tube)- 10–20 minutes
Bus - 10 minutes
Taxi - 10-15 minutes
Walking - 20 minutes
2. Selly Oak
Selly Oak’s average rent is around £110/week i.e (£450/month). It’s a 15-minute walk from campus. Some accommodation options close to campus include Jennens Court Unite, Lakeside Unite, and True Birmingham.
Underground (Tube)- 5 minutes
Bus - 5 minutes
Taxi - 10 minutes
Walking - 15 minutes
3. Digbeth
Digbeth’s average rent is around £125/week i.e (£500/month). It’s a 20-minute walk from campus. Some accommodation options close to campus include Jennens Court Unite, Lakeside Unite, and True Birmingham.
Underground (Tube)- 5 minutes
Bus - 10 minutes
Taxi - 10 minutes
Walking - 20 minutes
Benefits of Booking Off-Campus Student Rooms Over On-Campus Accommodation
Early bird offer (Off-campus student accommodations generally give discounts or offers on early booking.)
Unlike university accommodation, there are many student room types to choose from.
No offer, no visa, no problem! Easy cancellation process.
Avoid expensive last-minute private student accommodation bookings.
Stay with your friend or partner despite being enrolled in different universities in the city.
More privacy because on-campus accommodations usually have shared facilities and common areas.
Off-campus and private facilities generally have modern facilities such as gyms, cinemas, and game rooms.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many international students are at Birmingham City University?
There are approximately 7,000 international students at Birmingham City University (BCU) in 2023.
Does Birmingham City University offer scholarships for international students?
Yes, Birmingham City University offers a number of scholarships for international students. These scholarships are awarded based on academic merit, extracurricular activities, and financial need.
Are there student support services provided at Birmingham City University?
Yes, Birmingham City University offers a wide range of student support services to help students succeed in their studies and make the most of their time at university.
What is Birmingham City University's acceptance rate?
Birmingham City University (BCU) has an acceptance rate of 50-53%.
Is Birmingham City University any good?
Birmingham City University is an excellent university. It is one of the largest universities in the UK, with over 25,000 students. It offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses, in a variety of subject areas.
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