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4.04.14.11107 Student reviews
Sort:Latest reviewsI like the smaller group teachings where we work through the worksheets as a group. The independent tasks feel less useful to me.
The campus is beautiful and has a community feel with a variety of study spaces.
Best experience: socialising aspect met so many people Worst experience: when my accommodation had issues with heating and so I had to take freezing cold showers for about a month ish
The best part of my uni is the facilities. They are readily available and easy to access for all. There are also a range of extracurricular activities that enhance the student experience. The campus is very clean and maintained well – there are plenty of areas for recreational activities as well as study spaces.
It's pretty lots of study space, close to the city for fun.
The campus is beautiful and there are loads of facilities in study rooms (microwaves, computers, laptops to loan, the huge 24/7 library). The staff are incredibly friendly and supportive and there are always events on campus to get involved!
Best: Degree choice of doing arts and sciences in one degree Accommodations are close to campus Great support from personal tutor and team when navigating how to drop out of a compulsory part of my course Worst: Birmingham as a location in terms of the bin situation (rest is fine location wise) Diversity in certain humanities courses
I love how societies offer a strong sense of community here, I'm in two committees (the Live Music Society and Writer's Bloc) and am heavily involved in both societies. My university allows for a diverse social life and always has fun activities organised. The location is very convenient as Selly has most things a student would need plus there are useful shops on campus and the Bullring is close with public transport. Things that could be improved would be the food sold on campus (it could be more affordable and filling as most food sold there are either one or the other, not both).
Best - friends Worst: amount of work
It is a great campus with excellent facilities, however I do wish the student support and options/availability for personal and academic support was broader and easier to access.
I enjoy how diverse it is and i don’t like how strict my course is.
The travel is difficult because of town traffic
So many lovely people and such lovely staff! Maybe a few more lovely updates to the university campus like more sitting areas
Good campus, great LANS department with really approachable and helpful tutors, really good location and student life
Very good facilities and social events. Nice campus and lots of places to study.
I really like the way the campus is designed and there are lots of facilities for the students to use. Improving student support may be good too
I love the campus as it's very pretty. The facilities are very good and modern. Lots of opportunities
- Campus is really pretty and lots of activities for students to get involved in - It is really hard to get a seat in the library in exam season with few other study spots available on weekends.
The teachers are very helpful, and classes are small.
4.3
Studying at the University of Birmingham has honestly been such a good experience. The campus itself is beautiful walking past Old Joe every day never gets old. I like how there’s a mix of modern facilities and historic buildings, it makes the place feel lively but also grounded in tradition. The lecturers are approachable and genuinely passionate about their subjects, which makes classes way more engaging. I’ve also met so many people through societies and events there’s always something happening, whether it’s sports, music, or just grabbing food with friends. Overall, it feels like a place where you can grow academically but also enjoy student life to the fullest.
Studying Law at the University of Birmingham has been such a rewarding experience. The Law School has a great reputation, and you can really feel it in the way the lecturers teach they’re passionate, approachable, and always ready to help you think critically about cases and legal principles. I like how the course mixes theory with practical skills, like mooting and negotiation exercises, which make you feel prepared for real-world legal work. The facilities are impressive too, with access to a dedicated law library and plenty of study spaces that make it easier to stay on top of reading. What I enjoy most is the community there are so many opportunities to get involved, whether it’s joining the Law Society, attending guest lectures from practicing lawyers, or networking at career events. Plus, being in Birmingham means you’re in a big, diverse city with lots of legal firms and opportunities nearby, which makes it feel like you’re already connected to the profession. Overall, it’s a place where you can push yourself academically but also enjoy student life, and I’m glad I chose to study Law here