Postgraduate study or research
At Birmingham we have over 600 taught postgraduate programmes and a wealth of world-leading research opportunities to choose from, to help you widen your skills base, further your knowledge and boost your career prospects.
Why choose Birmingham?
Our high-quality teaching and supervision will help you take your skills and career to the next level. Here, you’ll feel engaged, motivated and challenged, as part of our inclusive community that has a strong research culture. This is your time. This is your place.
- We are the leading university targeted by graduate employers in the UK (High Fliers Graduate Market in 2024)
- Our local, national and international employer connections will help you develop your skills while studying
- We are a Russell Group research university, ranked at 80 in the top 100 universities in the world (QS World University Rankings 2025)
In the recent Research Excellence Framework 2021 we were:
- Ranked 12th overall in the UK for research power
- Ranked equal 10th in the Russell Group and equal 13th in the UK for 4* research (THE)
- Ranked 12th overall in the UK for Research Power
- Recognised as having more than 50% of our research as 4*
Postgraduate taught courses
We have over 600 taught postgraduate courses available at the University of Birmingham. Find out what you can study and how to apply.
Postgraduate Research Degrees
Learn about our Postgraduate Research degrees and studying at Birmingham. Find an 'advertised PhD' or propose your own research.
Online Learning
Study online with a broad range of high quality distance learning courses at the University of Birmingham
Your Postgraduate Guarantee
By choosing Birmingham, you’re joining a large, diverse and vibrant postgraduate community. Whatever your area of study, you can look forward to a stimulating, engaging experience of the highest quality. This is our commitment to you.
- You’ll engage with challenging debates, theories and concepts
- We'll provide a strong choice of programmes to suit your ambitions and interests, backed by academics expertise and influence
- You'll enjoy the support and facilities of a global, research-intensive university
- Your experience will be unique, but with a degree that proves an asset in future and personal development matched to your chosen career
Visit an open day or join us online
Visit the University of Birmingham, either on campus or online, to find out more about postgraduate study.
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Watch our postgraduate videos and recordings at any time, including sessions from our recent online events.
The university has successfully established an inclusive and multicultural academic community which diversifies the entire academic experience for all students. These components have been crucial in my own experience.
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
The university has offered me the chance to interact with students from diverse backgrounds in my course and made me more confident, intrigued and excited about the opportunities lying ahead. The sense of achievement to study in an overseas country and manage it all on my own has given me the confidence I need.
Explore life as a postgraduate
Request a prospectus
Download a postgraduate prospectus and find out how studying at the University of Birmingham can help you achieve your goals.
Postgraduate Blogs
Find out about life as a postgraduate at Birmingham by reading our student blogs.
Chat with a current student
Chat to a current student about studying a Masters or PhD and find out why they chose Birmingham.
Take a virtual campus tour
Take a virtual tour of the University of Birmingham campus and explore your new learning environment.