Today we have one of the largest international student communities in the UK with over 8,700 students from more than 150 countries worldwide currently studying with us.
Depending on your home country and the agreement with your home university, there are three study options available.
European
Exchange
We offer exchange places for students studying at one of our partner universities in Europe. Your home university or institution will need to nominate you before you can apply.
International Exchange
We offer exchange places to students studying at partner universities outside of Europe. Your home university or institution will need to nominate you before you can apply.
Fee-paying Non Exchange
We welcome applications from fee-paying students from universities with no existing partnership with Birmingham. You can apply online with no requirement for advance nomination.
Study Abroad Options
| | European Exchange | International Exchange | Study Abroad |
|---|
| Flexibility to study 1 or 2 semesters |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| Should my home university nominate me before applying? |
Yes |
Yes |
No |
| Is housing guaranteed? |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| Can I transfer credits to my home university? |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| Can I apply online? |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| Do I pay fees for this programme? |
No* |
No* |
Yes |
* You will pay your home university as usual
Study dates for 2024/2025
Key dates for 2024/2025 incoming students
| | Full year | Autumn | Spring/Summer |
|---|
| Study Abroad nominations deadline |
31 Mar |
31 Mar |
30 Sep |
| Study Abroad application deadline |
30 Apr |
30 Apr |
31 Oct |
| Accommodation applications (once student ID received) |
Jun - Jul |
Jun - Jul |
Nov - Dec |
| Accommodation application final deadline* |
31 Jul |
31 Jul |
1 Dec |
| Welcome and orientation |
23 Sep |
23 Sep |
13 Jan |
| Teaching begins |
30 Sep |
30 Sep |
20 Jan |
| Semester ends |
27 Jun |
13 Dec |
27 Jun |
*Please apply for Spring and Summer semester accommodation after 1st November and within 5 days of receiving your offer letter and student ID number
Fees for 2024/2025
Study Abroad
September 2024 - June 2025 : £22,080
September 2024 - December 2024 : £11,040
January 2025 - June 2025 : £11,040
How can I apply?
For more information on the application process, including application deadlines and a step-by-step guide check out: How to Apply
Following the result of the EU Referendum we understand that you may have questions and concerns. We have created a dedicated web-page with the University's latest statement regarding the referendum. You can also find there, for your further assurance, an information sheet comprising a list of frequently asked questions containing the latest available information regarding the referendum's outcomes.