Postgraduate taught study

Why Birmingham?

By choosing Birmingham, you’re joining a large, diverse and vibrant postgraduate community. We offer over 600 taught Masters and Masters by Research opportunities that will enable you to develop your career and pursue your interests. 

This journey has not only expanded my knowledge base but has also exposed me to diverse perspectives, research methodologies, and collaborative opportunities. I am excited about the prospect of contributing meaningfully to my field upon the completion of my postgraduate studies.

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Andi, MSc Health, Safety and Environment Management
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    Browse our subject areas

    If you're not yet sure which course is right for you, browse our subject areas and find out more about the courses we offer. We offer both taught and research courses, with distance learning and online options available.

    Subject areas
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    Meet our students

    The best people to tell you what it’s really like to live, learn and research at Birmingham are our students. Discover more about what life as a taught or research student is like, read their blogs and explore postgraduate life at Birmingham.

    Meet our students
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    A place to call home

    Student accommodation at Birmingham is much more than just a room. It’s your chance to be a part of a vibrant and diverse community of over 6,000 students from across the world.

    Explore Accommodation
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    Join one of our on campus or online events to find out more about life in Birmingham

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    International students

    With over 8,700 international students from approximately 150 countries, and 31% of our academic staff from overseas, our campus is truly a diverse and global place which attracts the brightest and best international students and staff.

    International students