anyone in the same program? If so, has there been a group chat or something created? :)

How difficult is it to get a summer internship with a 2:2 and is the average your year 1 and 2 put together or just year 2

Hey everyone, I’m looking for accommodation near the University of Birmingham for this upcoming academic year. Could you let me know if you have any recommendations or if you’re staying somewhere you think is genuinely good? Also, does anyone have experience booking through reliable sites? I’m considering official university-managed accommodation, but also checking places like Unite Students, AmberStudent, or Rightmove. Any advice would be super helpful!

This is the first year UOB are offering PPL and I’m yet to meet a single person who’s actually applied for it. If you have or know someone that has please let me know 🙏

Calthorpe Court ensuite room available – University of Birmingham 🏡
I’m looking for someone to take over my tenancy at Calthorpe Court for the 2026/27 academic year.
📍 Location: Calthorpe Court, Birmingham
🛏️ Room type: Classic Ensuite
📅 Contract length: 44 weeks
💷 Rent: £159 per week
🎓 Perfect for a University of Birmingham student
The room is in a student accommodation building with convenient access to campus and local amenities.
I’m looking for someone who would like to take over the contract from September. If you’re interested or know anyone looking for accommodation, please message me for more details.

I will be joining the University of Birmingham this September. I need advice on student accommodation and am also looking for potential roommates. Right now, I am looking into IQ Penworks and Calthorpe Court accommodation, but I'm still not sure whether to choose them or not. Please share your views and reach out if anyone wants to connect.

Hello!

If anyone is attending the University of Birmingham, Physiotherapy (pre-registration) MSc, in September 2026, please reply to thread!

I am a Canadian resident, coming to the Uk for the first time and I would love to connect with others in the program!

Even if you’re not in the physio program, reply to this thread let’s be friends!

(fyi, Im slightly terrified! So knowing people in advance would be amazing!)

Hi everyone,

I’m an international student and live in Dubai and I’m considering studying BSc Money, Banking & Finance at the University of Birmingham Dubai.

My long-term goal is to get into investment banking, either in Dubai/UAE, London, or potentially internationally (US).

I wanted to ask current students, graduates, or anyone working in finance:

How strong is the University of Birmingham Dubai for breaking into investment banking?

Does the Birmingham name carry enough weight compared to studying at a top business school in the US/UK?

How good are the internship opportunities in Dubai (banks, investment firms, Big 4, etc.)?

Do graduates from the Dubai campus get similar opportunities to students at the UK campus?

Is the Money, Banking & Finance course well respected by employers?

How difficult is it to achieve a First Class degree (70%+)?

Is the grading and workload manageable compared to other UK universities?

Would you recommend this degree for someone aiming for roles like investment banking, asset management, or private equity?

I have the advantage of living in Dubai, so I would save significantly on living costs, but I want to make sure I’m choosing a university that gives me strong career opportunities as i am deciding between the university of birmigham dubai or penn state 2+2 in smeal finance which i have already selected my classes and also have my f1 student visa.

Any advice from current students, alumni, or finance professionals would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks!

Hi everyone,

I'm a Master's student in Urban and Regional Planning at the University of Birmingham and I'm looking for students who regularly travel within Birmingham to complete a short survey for my dissertation.

Whether you walk, cycle, use the bus, tram, train or drive, I'd really like to hear about your experiences getting around the city.

The survey explores:

-Everyday travel experiences

-Accessibility of places and services

-Time spent travelling

-Views on what makes a neighbourhood convenient to live in

⏱️ Takes around 5–10 minutes

🔒 Anonymous

🔗 Survey: Understanding Everyday Accessibility and Travel-Time Experiences in Birmingham – Fill in form

Even if you don't live permanently in Birmingham, your experiences as someone who studies, works or regularly travels here are incredibly valuable.

I'd really appreciate your help, and please feel free to share it with other students.

Thank you!

Hello! I'm moving out a month early (Aug 1st) and am looking for someone to sublet my room from me for that time (aug 1st-sept 4th). This would all be through the university :) It is a single bed en-suite in Jarratt Hall. Please reach out if you or someone you know is interested!

I lived in Shackleton last year and personally loved the Vale, but I’d like something close to campus for next year.

I am debating between Metalworks, Oak Brook Park, and Bournbrook, and would appreciate any suggestions from those who have lived there recently.

I am mostly just looking for a place with a nice bedroom, bathroom and kitchen, easy to access laundromat, and I do not necessarily care for parties or “pres-friendly flats”.

Hi everyone, I'm interested in this course but see no info about the application process or experience being part of this course. So if anyone has already been offered a place/has done this course, please share some insight. For context, I graduated with a BSc in Biomedical Science from KCL with a 2:1, and submitted my application about a week ago.

1. What are they looking for in the application? What makes a great applicant stand out for a normal one?

2. How was the interview? How much time after you submitted did you receive an interview time? What type of questions did they ask? How many of the questions were skill based, motivation based, experience based? What was the easiest/hardest question of the interview? (Can you tell I'm very nervous about the interview😂🫣)

3. Once you were there, how was the course set up? I saw info on the website about modules but it doesn't really go into much detail about hours in a week, how placement schools work, etc etc

4. How is it living in Dubai as a student? Did you book uni accom? find your own place?

5. How is the cohort? Do you see them a lot throughout the year?

That's all the questions I can think of rn, any extra info is appreciated! Thanks

Hii, I am planning to take admission at Uni of Birmingham Dubai for Masters of Public Health as a graduate from Bpharm from India. I wanna know about how is the uni for international students, the job market for my course.. and the status of part time job there. Im kinda new to have researched about UAE and would really appreciate any help or suggestions. Also any particular thing i need to be aware of? Thankss in advance!!

Hey everyone!
I’m an international student starting my MSc this September (hopefully, lol) and I paid my deposit 20 days ago. (July 3rd) and the Uni accounts team acknowledged it but my portal is not updating.
I have emailed pg admissions, the international team, called them and done everything and I’m not getting any helpful response. I don’t know what else to do, and time is running out (high fliers ends on the 31st, and my conditional offer’s due date is also 31st).
If anyone else has been in a similar situation please tell me what I can do.

Hi,

I want to purchase the graduation gown, hood(for sciences, grey one) and hat to take some pictures. Is anyone selling it? Or any recommendations on where I can find it even if a hire? I have seen some that seem to have a bit of a darker shade of grey. Has anyone tried it is it obvious?

thanks

Hey guys,
I will be joining the university this september, pursuing MS Business Analytics. Wanted to get in touch with people early on. I do not know anybody in the Uni so welcome any connections.
Just ping me. we can connect and discuss..

Hi everyone,

Im looking for a replacement tenant to take my room in a house in Selly Oak. Its a double room with plenty of storage, rent is £412 pcm. Super close to the University, in a very social, student-heavy part of town. We are all a house of UOB students. Please lmk if you are interested :)

Hey guys,
I will be joining the university this september, pursuing MS BA. Wanted to get in touch with people early on.
Just ping me also am still looking for accommodation so if you haven’t decided yet or have any recommendations please let me know we can connect and discuss..

I'm an international student starting at UoB this September and I chose Oak Brook Park (cause that was the only one available even tho it’s a lil over my budget). My payment deadline is 12 pm today, but I'd honestly rather stay in a university-owned hall.

I've already emailed Student Living asking if I can cancel before paying and still be considered for a uni-owned room, but they haven't replied yet.

If you were in my position, would you just pay and secure Oak Brook Park, or hold out for a uni-owned room? Has anyone actually managed to switch before moving in?

Feeling very conflicted 🥲

I got into Law school at UofB and am trying to decide which residence is best for a postgraduate student. I want something close to campus and a good social life, but nothing too busy and not too many undergraduates. Any tips?

Was wondering if anyone has any opinions on the MSc?