Online Registration

Online Registration is the process for confirming that you'll be studying at the University of Birmingham and that you agree to abide by the University's regulations. You'll need to complete Online Registration for each academic year that you study with us.

We'll ask you to confirm your personal details, your programme details, and how your tuition fees will be funded (including student loans and sponsorship). Don't forget to have a passport-style photo ready to upload for your student ID card.

You will need to log in using your student username and password - not your email address. If you are a new student, these will be emailed to you when you are eligible to complete Online Registration.

Help with Online Registration

How do I access Online Registration?

Online Registration is accessed at registration.bham.ac.uk.

You'll need to log in using your student username and password, sometimes called your ADF log in. If you're a new student, you'll receive your username and password in the email asking you to complete Online Registration.

Having trouble logging in? Make sure you are using your student username, which is made up of letters and numbers (e.g. ABC123). Do not use your student email address.

If you're having any problems with your username and password, contact the IT Service Desk for support.

When do I need to complete Online Registration?

Most students will need to complete Online Registration ahead of the beginning of the academic year in September. You'll receive an email from the University asking you to complete Online Registration once you're eligible. You must complete it before you can attend lectures. You will not be able to complete Online Registration until you've received the email inviting you to do so.

New students will receive their Online Registration email once they're considered 'unconditional' and have accepted their place. For many students this will be a few days after A Level results day in August, or for international students when you've received your Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS). At busy times of the year, it might take a few days for your email to arrive - be sure to check any spam or junk folders!

If you have an unconditional offer, or have already met the conditions of your offer, you may receive the email as early as June.

If you're starting on a programme at any other time of the year, you'll need to complete Online Registration before the start of your programme. You'll receive the email in the same way as any other student.

Who needs to complete Online Registration?

All students who need to complete Online Registration will receive an email asking them to do so when necessary. This will be the majority of students, including:

  • New and returning students

All undergraduate and postgraduate students are required to complete Online Registration for each academic session (September-September) of your programme of study. This includes distance learners, part-time students, and students based off-campus.

  • Postgraduate Researchers

Postgraduate Researchers in writing-up (Thesis Awaited) need to complete Online Registration each year, including checking and update their contact details.

  • Students on a year abroad or placement

You'll need to complete Online Registration even though you won't be studying on campus. Register as soon as possible to make sure you have access to the University’s online facilities, including your student email and online Library resources. If you don't register you may not be covered by the University's insurance policy for students studying abroad, which could potentially have serious consequences.

  • Pre-sessional Students

Students starting a pre-sessional English course at the Birmingham International Academy (BIA) will need to register for your pre-sessional course before you arrive. At the end of your pre-sessional course, you'll need to complete Online Registration again for your main programme of study.

  • American loan recipient (Federal and private loans)

Students who've followed the application process to apply for a Federal or private loan will need to complete sections 1-8 of Online Registration. Your tuition fee is automatically credited from each of your loan disbursements. You don't need to enter any funding information. Please contact usloans@contacts.bham.ac.uk if you have any queries regarding US loans.

  • External Students

Students who are classed as externally registered, for example for the purpose of retaking examinations or a break in your studies, will also need to complete Online Registration for the academic year.

  • Validated and partner programmes

Most students on programmes delivered with partner institutions or affiliates will need to complete Online Registration, and will receive an email inviting them to do so.

What do returning students need to do?

You'll need to complete Online Registration each academic year. You'll receive an email inviting you to do so from June onwards, once your School has confirmed that you can progress to the next year of study. This usually means that you've submitted and passed all of your assessments, including any resits.

You'll need to complete Online Registration by the time teaching starts. You'll need to check the information held is still correct, update your address details (including your term-time address), and read and agree to the declaration.

You won't receive a new ID card. If your ID card is lost, stolen, or damaged, you'll need to request a new one.

Need more help?

If you are having difficulty with completing Online Registration, our Student Help pages offer answers to a range of frequently asked questions.

You can also contact the Online Registration Helpline by selecting 'Contact Us' at the bottom of any question on Student Help, which will create an email enquiry.

Alternative arrangements can be made for students who can't access Online Registration due to a disability. Please contact the Aston Webb Student Hub on +44 (0)121 414 5130 or submit an email enquiry via Student Help.

What happens next?

When you've completed Online Registration, you'll receive a confirmation email. We recommend that you keep this for your records. You don't need to attend any registration events on campus.

For new students, your ID card photo will be checked. If it's not suitable, you'll be contacted and asked to upload a new photo.

You'll be sent your ID card in the post if your photo is acceptable, your home address is in the UK, and you complete Online Registration by Tuesday 3 September. If your home address is outside the UK, or you complete Online Registration after this point, you'll be able to collect your ID card on campus.

Once you've completed Online Registration, you'll also be able to access letters proving that you're a student at the University, for example to open a bank account or register with a GP.

What am I agreeing to?

As part of Online Registration, you'll be asked to agree to the University's declaration; take time to make sure you understand what this means. You must complete Online Registration to be able to attend your programme of study, access services like your student email and the Library, collect your ID card, and participate in Guild of Students activities.

Please see our student privacy notice to understand how we use the data you provide during Online Registration, and any other data about you that we may hold.

Declaration of Registration

As part of Online Registration, I have checked and amended where required my Personal Details, Addresses, Emergency Contact Details, Programme Details, Further Details and Data Sharing Agreements and Financial Sponsor Details. I declare that the information that I have given as part of Online Registration is true and complete.

I have also read, understood and promise to obey the University Charter, Statutes and Ordinances, Regulations and Codes of Practice (including the Conditions of use of Computing and Network Facilities) and the changes made for the 2020/21 academic year, paying particular attention to the regulations on Attendance and Reasonable Diligence, Conduct and Fitness to Practise.

I understand that my registration is not complete until the University is satisfied that the documents I have provided demonstrate that I have the right to study in the UK.

I also promise to respect the University’s values and uphold the University's good name to the best of my ability, both while as a student, and if admitted to a degree, as a graduate.

I acknowledge that the University will collect, store, use and share my personal data obtained as part of Online Registration and other personal data obtained from me or other sources as explained as part of Online Registration and in connection with my registration, my programme, my student life, my health, safety and wellbeing, for the administration and management of the University and to enable the University to fulfil its public and statutory reporting and other duties.

Further information

How is my data stored and used?

Please see the student privacy notice to understand how the University stores and uses your data.

It is your responsibility to ensure that the data the University holds about you is up-to-date and accurate. You can return to Online Registration at any time during the year to update your data.

Right to study

You will be asked to demonstrate that you have the right to study in the UK. All students who will be based in the UK (including students from the UK) for all or part of their studies must provide evidence of this.

Once you have completed Online Registration, the documents you have uploaded will be reviewed. You will be considered fully registered when we are satisfied that you have submitted the necessary documents and information.

International students must complete a Right to Study check. Through the Right to Study check you must provide conclusive proof that you hold the appropriate visa or immigration permission (including your Biometric Residence Permit, if applicable). You will not be allowed to start your studies until you have done so.

Disclosing a disability

We encourage you to disclose any disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010 (including dyslexia, mental health and other long term health conditions) at the earliest opportunity. We would also encourage you to register with the Student Disability Service to ensure that appropriate support is put in place for you in good time.

Please be aware that if you choose not to disclose your disability or to limit that disclosure you may not be able to access the full range of support available.

When you register with the Student Disability Service, you will be asked to provide consent for your information to be shared with relevant staff at the University and external agencies (where necessary). The University is keen to ensure disabled students are treated with respect and our professional services will deal with your personal information confidentially and sensitively. If you do not wish to disclose your disability as part of Online Registration, you can choose to disclose at any point during your studies by contacting the Student Disability Service directly.

Equality information you are asked to provide

Please take time to complete the questions in Online Registration on your ethnicity/race, gender, age, sexual orientation, religion and belief, disabilities and caring responsibilities. This information is used to assist us to develop and maintain an inclusive, equitable and responsive student experience. This request for information is in compliance with our duties under the Equality Act 2010.

Please see the student privacy notice for information on how the University stores and uses your data.

The Guild of Students

Upon registering at the University, you agree to become a member of the Guild of Students unless you chose to opt out. The Guild would like to communicate with you via your University email and via The Guild's website about your membership of the Guild (e.g. to provide notice of general meetings, referenda and election of officers. The Guild may also send you marketing materials that they consider may be of interest to you. The Guild will ask you for your consent to receiving these electronically, when you register at the Guild website.

View the code of practice pursuant to requirements of the Education Act 1994 (PDF - 285 KB) which outlines your membership benefits and how you can opt out.

Multi-Faith Chaplaincy

If you wish to receive information from the Multi-Faith Chaplaincy please tick the relevant box in Online Registration.  If you wish to have your name and contact details removed from the contact list at any time during the academic session you will need to contact the Chaplaincy directly. 

Careers Network

Careers Network, your careers service at the University, provides students with tailored advice on how to begin making the most of the opportunities on offer whilst studying at the University including: how to start with career planning, finding relevant work experience, meeting with our extensive network of employers, as well as support for the application and interview process ready to secure your chosen career. You will be asked to complete some questions to indicate your interests and needs. Please be aware that we will use your responses to offer you bespoke advice and support.

Previous Declarations of Registration

Declaration of Registration 2020/21

As part of Online Registration, I have checked and amended where required my Personal Details, Addresses, Emergency Contact Details, Programme Details, Further Details and Data Sharing Agreements and Financial Sponsor Details. I declare that the information that I have given as part of Online Registration is true and complete.

I have also read, understood and promise to obey the University Charter, Statutes and Ordinances, Regulations and Codes of Practice (including the Conditions of use of Computing and Network Facilities) and the changes made for the 2020/21 academic year, paying particular attention to the regulations on Attendance and Reasonable Diligence, Conduct and Fitness to Practise.

I understand that my registration is not complete until the University is satisfied that the documents I have provided demonstrate that I have the right to study in the UK.

I also promise to respect the University’s values and uphold the University's good name to the best of my ability, both while as a student, and if admitted to a degree, as a graduate.

I acknowledge that the University will collect, store, use and share my personal data obtained as part of Online Registration and other personal data obtained from me or other sources as explained as part of Online Registration and in connection with my registration, my programme, my student life, my health, safety and wellbeing, for the administration and management of the University and to enable the University to fulfil its public and statutory reporting and other duties.

Declaration of Registration 2019/20

As part of Online Registration, I have checked and amended where required my Personal Details, Addresses, Emergency Contact Details, Programme Details, Further Details and Data Sharing Agreements and Financial Sponsor Details. I declare that the information that I have given as part of Online Registration is true and complete.

I have also read, understood and promise to obey the University Charter, Statutes and Ordinances, Regulations and Codes of Practice (including the Conditions of use of Computing and Network Facilities) and the changes made for the 2019/20 academic year, paying particular attention to the regulations on Attendance and Reasonable Diligence, Conduct and Fitness to Practise.

I understand that my registration is not complete until the University is satisfied that the documents I have provided demonstrate that I have the right to study in the UK.

I also promise to respect the University’s values and uphold the University's good name to the best of my ability, both while as a student, and if admitted to a degree, as a graduate.

I acknowledge that the University will collect, store, use and share my personal data obtained as part of Online Registration and other personal data obtained from me or other sources as explained as part of Online Registration and in connection with my registration, my programme, my student life, my health, safety and wellbeing, for the administration and management of the University and to enable the University to fulfil its public and statutory reporting and other duties.

Declaration of Registration 2018/19

As part of Online Registration, I have checked and amended where required my Personal Details, Addresses, Emergency Contact Details, Programme Details, Further Details and Data Sharing Agreements and Financial Sponsor Details. I declare that the information that I have given as part of Online Registration is true and complete. Where there is a ‘prefer not to say’ or ‘information refused’ option, I confirm that by providing an answer I am consenting to you processing that data.

I have also read, understood and promise to obey the University Charter, Statutes and OrdinancesRegulations and Codes of Practice (including the Conditions of use of Computing and Network Facilities and the Data Protection Policy) and the changes made for the 2018/19 academic year, paying particular attention to the regulations on Attendance and Reasonable Diligence, Conduct and Fitness to Practise.

I understand that my registration is not complete until the University is satisfied that the documents I have provided demonstrate that I have the right to study in the UK.I also promise to respect the University’s values and uphold the University's good name to the best of my ability, both while as a student, and if admitted to a degree, as a graduate.

I acknowledge that the University will collect, store, use, share and process my personal data obtained as part of Online Registration and other personal data obtained from me or other sources as explained as part of Online Registration and in the student privacy notice.

Declaration of Registration 2017/18

As part of Online Registration, I have checked and amended where required my Personal Details, Addresses, Emergency Contact Details, Programme Details, Further Details and Data Sharing Agreements and Financial Sponsor Details. I declare that the information that I have given as part of Online Registration is true and complete.

I have also read, understood and promise to obey the University Charter, Statutes and Ordinances, Regulations and Codes of Practice (including the Conditions of use of Computing and Network Facilities) and the changes made for the 2017/18 academic year, paying particular attention to the regulations on Attendance and Reasonable Diligence, Conduct and Fitness to Practise.

I understand that my registration is not complete until the University is satisfied that the documents I have provided demonstrate that I have the right to study in the UK.

I also promise to respect the University’s values and uphold the University's good name to the best of my ability, both while as a student, and if admitted to a degree, as a graduate.

I acknowledge that the University will collect, store, use and share my personal data obtained as part of Online Registration and other personal data obtained from me or other sources as explained as part of Online Registration and in connection with my registration, my programme, my student life, my health, safety and wellbeing, for the administration and management of the University and to enable the University to fulfil its public and statutory reporting and other duties.

Declaration of Registration 2016/17

Read the following declaration carefully. You cannot become a registered student of the University until you have read and ticked to say that you agree to the declaration. The declaration statement provides links through to the web pages for the University Charter, Statutes and Ordinances, Regulations and Codes of Practice (including the Conditions of use of Computing and Network Facilities) of the University and to the changes made for the 2016/17 academic year, so that you can view these in full before agreeing to the declaration.

Declaration

As part of Online Registration, I have checked and amended where required my Personal Details, Addresses, Emergency Contact Details, Programme Details, Further Details and Data Sharing Agreements and Financial Sponsor Details. I declare that the information that I have given as part of Online Registration is true and complete.

I have also read, understood and promise to obey the University Charter, Statutes and Ordinances, Regulations and Codes of Practice (including the Conditions of use of Computing and Network Facilities) and the changes made for the 2016/17 academic year, paying particular attention to the regulations on Attendance and Reasonable Diligence, Conduct and Fitness to Practise.

I also promise to submit to discipline and uphold the University's honour and credit to the best of my ability, both while as a student, and if admitted to a degree, as a graduate.

I acknowledge that in accordance with the requirements of section 22(3) of the education Act 1994 the University has issued a Student Code of Practice.

As a Registered Student, I understand that I will be required to produce my University Identity Card to confirm my identity when asked to do so by a member of University Staff. Failure to disclose identity (i.e. my name, Student ID number, my address and Principal Academic Unit at the University) to a member of staff of the University in circumstances in which it is reasonable to require that such information be given shall be deemed a breach of Section 8 of the University Regulations and disciplinary action.

I acknowledge that:

  • the University will process my personal data obtained as part of Online Registration and other personal data that the University may obtain from me or other sources for any purposes connected with my studies, my health and safety, or for any other legitimate reason. My data will be used for statutory reporting, including to the Higher Education Statistical Agency (HESA)
  • my University email address (ending @bham.ac.uk or @student.bham.ac.uk) will be listed in the University's Email Directory which is made available to all students and staff and that I may be contacted by email about participation in University research projects.
  • my academic data may be disclosed to organisations acting as my sponsor
  • my assessments may be shared with third party academic comparison databases (such as Turn it in) to check for potential plagiarism as part of the University's requirement to maintain academic integrity
  • the University will publish my degree classification at the end of my studies

Neither the student nor the University shall be liable to each other for failure or delay in performing obligations if failure is due to any cause beyond that party's control e.g. war, national emergency, terrorism, acts of God, government restrictions, industrial action or unforeseen closure of the University.

Declaration of Registration 2015/16

Read the following declaration carefully. You cannot become a registered student of the University until you have read and ticked to say that you agree to the declaration. The declaration statement provides links through to the web pages for the University Charter, Statutes and Ordinances, Regulations and Codes of Practice (including the Conditions of use of Computing and Network Facilities) of the University and to the summary changes made for the 2015/16 academic year, so that you can view these in full before agreeing to the declaration.

Declaration

As part of Online Registration, I have checked and amended where required my Personal Details, Addresses, Emergency Contact Details, Programme Details, Further Details and Data Sharing Agreements and Financial Sponsor Details. I declare that the information that I have given as part of Online Registration is true and complete.

I have also read and understood the University Charter, Statutes, Ordinances, Regulations and Codes of Practice (including the Conditions of use of Computing and Network Facilities) and the changes made for the 2015/16 academic year, paying particular attention to the regulations on Attendance and Reasonable Diligence, Conduct and Fitness to Practise.

I promise to obey the University Charter Statutes, Ordinances, Regulations and Codes of Practices (including the General Conditions of Use of Computing and Network facilities), submit to discipline and uphold the University's honour and credit to the best of my ability, both while as a student, and if admitted to a degree, as a graduate.

I acknowledge that in accordance with the requirements of section 22(3) of the education Act 1994 the University has issued a Student Code of Practice.

As a Registered Student, I understand that I will be required to produce my University Identity Card to confirm my identity when asked to do so by a member of University Staff. Failure to disclose identity (i.e. my name, Student ID number, my address and Principal Academic Unit at the University) to a member of staff of the University in circumstances in which it is reasonable to require that such information be given shall be deemed a breach of Section 5.2.10 of the University Regulations and disciplinary action will be taken in line with Section 8.2.1 of the University Regulations.

I agree to the University of Birmingham processing my personal data obtained as part of Online Registration, and other personal data that the University may obtain from me or other sources for any purposes connected with my studies, my health and safety, or for any other legitimate reason.

I acknowledge that:

  • my data will be used for statutory reporting, including to the Higher Education Statistical Agency (HESA)
  • my University email address (ending @bham.ac.uk or @student.bham.ac.uk) will be listed in the University's Email Directory which is made available to all students and staff
  • my academic data may be disclosed to organisations acting as my sponsor
  • my assessments may be shared with third party academic comparison databases (such as Turn it in) to check for potential plagiarism as part of the University's requirement to maintain academic integrity
  • the University will publish my degree classification at the end of my studies

I acknowledge that neither I nor the University shall be liable to each other for failure or delay in performing obligations if failure is due to any cause beyond that party's control e.g. war, national emergency, terrorism, acts of God, government restrictions, industrial action or unforeseen closure of the University.

Declaration of Registration 2014/15

The University's updated Legislation comes into effect each year on 1st August. If you are a re-registering student you should note that you will be covered by the University Legislation (including Codes of Practice) for 2013/14 until the date on which your programme of study for the 2014/15 session commences, or 1st August 2014, whichever is the sooner. From that date you will be covered by the Legislation for the 2014/15 session.

Please read this page carefully. Once you have agreed to the Declaration you will have registered with the University of Birmingham for the 2014/15 academic year. Please refer to the step-by-step guide for more information.

Registration of the student

Read the following declaration carefully. You cannot become a registered student of the University until you have read and ticked to say that you agree with the declaration.

The declaration statement provides links through to the web pages for the University Charter, Statutes and Ordinances, Regulations and Codes of Practice (including the Conditions and Use of Computing and Network facilities) of the University so that you can view these in full before agreeing to the declaration.

Declaration

As part of Online Registration, I have checked and amended where required my Personal Details, Addresses, Emergency Details, Programme Details, Further Details and Data Sharing Agreements and Financial Sponsor Details. I have also read and understood the University Charter, Statutes, Ordinances, Regulations, and Codes of Practice paying particular attention to the regulations on Attendance and Academic Duty, Conduct, Discipline and Fitness to Practise.

As a Registered Student you will be required to produce your University Identity Card when asked to do so by a member of University Staff. Failure to disclose identity (i.e. your name, Student ID number, your address and Principal Academic Unit at the University) to a member of staff of the University in circumstances where it is reasonable to require that such information be given shall be deemed a breach of Section 5.2.10 of the University Regulations and action will be taken in line with Section 8.2.1 of the University regulations.

I declare that the information that I have given as part of Online Registration is true and complete and, being admitted to be a student of the University of Birmingham, promise to obey the University Charter, Statutes, Ordinances, Regulations, and Codes of Practice (including the Conditions of Use of Computing and Network Facilities), to submit to discipline, and uphold its honour and credit to the best of my ability, both while as a student and, if admitted to a degree, as a graduate.

I agree to the University of Birmingham processing my personal data obtained as part of Online Registration, or other data that the University may obtain from me or other sources. I agree to the processing of such data for any purposes connected with my studies, my health and safety, or for any other legitimate reason and to the publication of my degree classification at the end of my studies. I understand that these data will be stored in manual and electronic files and is subject to the Data Protection Act and will be used for statutory reporting including the Higher Education Statistical Agency (HESA). I understand that my University email address (ending @bham.ac.uk) will be listed in the University's Email Directory which is made available to all students and staff.

I understand that my academic data may be disclosed to organisations acting as my sponsor. I understand my assessments may be shared with Northumbria Learning as part of the University's requirement to maintain academic integrity.

Neither the student nor the University shall be liable to each other for failure or delay in performing obligations if failure is due to any cause beyond that party's control e.g. war, national emergency, terrorism, acts of God, government restrictions industrial action or unforeseen closure of the University.

In accordance with the requirements of S22(3) Education Act 1994 the University have issued a Student Code of Practice.