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Sort:Latest reviewsFood on campus is fantastic and affordable. Student support isn't the best sometimes.
Studying at Birmingham City University (BCU) has been a rewarding and enriching experience for me. One of the standout aspects is the support services available to students. Whether it’s academic advice, mental health support, or career guidance, the university makes sure you’re never left to figure things out alone. The lecturers are approachable and genuinely care about your success, often going the extra mile to offer feedback or additional help outside of class.
the facilities is nice as well as the campus is very nice, staff are helpful
There are lots of areas in both campuses to study and socialise with friends, there are lots of amazing and supportive staff who are happy to help you in any situation. There are student friendly services at both campuses for pupils who need to rent a laptop, the library or different social or study spaces. The school has alot of accessible friendly features such as lifts, braille, hand rails and daily security to help you with any needs. The food/drink at campus is reasonably priced and nice. It is slightly annoying within my own course that a lot of the lessons/lectures are in numerous different buildings such as city centre, city south, Ravensbury house or Perry Barr. However, the course is moving campuses next year to resolve this issue. My main critique does rely on the miscommunication between staff and pupils about certain key facts that should be finalised and shared to students about their courses, locations, events etc. Also at city centre campus, it can sometimes be confusing about where lectures/lessons are being held as the signs don't always help with finding the classrooms.
It is a great place to study because it is a warm welcoming university with great staff and food spots such a Costa and Starbucks. The library is nice with easy access to books as well as helpful staff.
Best: the diversity, the flexiblity of the uni life, interesting course I am studying Worst: lack of food on campus
This university is honestly great for marketing the teachers are so supportive and everything you learn is so helpful for the future.
So much support and help.
Studying criminology at Birmingham City University has been an incredibly enriching experience, offering both personal and academic growth. One of the best aspects of this university is the way it fosters a sense of community. The diverse student body and dedicated faculty have created a learning environment that encourages collaboration and open dialogue. Whether through engaging lectures, insightful seminars, or group discussions, I’ve always felt supported in my academic journey. The course content is also highly relevant, blending theoretical knowledge with real-world applications, which helps me see the impact of criminology beyond the classroom. Guest lectures by industry professionals and opportunities for practical placements have added tremendous value to my studies, allowing me to gain firsthand experience in the field I’m passionate about. However, as with any experience, there are areas that could be improved. One challenge has been the occasional inconsistency in communication regarding assessments or scheduling changes, which can create unnecessary stress. I believe more streamlined and transparent communication channels would benefit students and staff alike. Additionally, while the campus facilities are generally excellent, expanding study spaces—especially during exam periods—would alleviate the pressure many students feel when searching for a quiet spot to focus. Overall, Birmingham City University has provided a strong foundation for my future in criminology, and I’m grateful for both the positive experiences and the challenges, as they’ve shaped me into a more resilient and well-rounded individual.
Best aspect is it is one of the fun places to study, everyone is so kind and supportive. Worst experience is the cleanliness/hygiene of the studios and the inability to use the lift upto one of the studios which is understandable why though.
I always enjoy the freshers period, where I get to meet new people. The university life of living alone, cooking and being in ur own company. Being able to balance this and attending university can be hard especially when you fall into a bad habit of sleeping but I have adapted gym to my routine allowing me to be more productive. I enjoy the timetables and how they’re made, it works. The study spaces and library are very welcoming and decorated nicely making me comfortable with revising. If you DOMT want to use the open spaces, you’re able to use classrooms if they are not locked.
The student union should promote more as i didn’t even realise our university had societies until second year.
The student union feels very lackluster compared to other universities in the area which makes the university life a lot less exciting. Another thing is the distance of the university sport facility, as a student that commuted and is interested in extracurricular it wad very saddening to hear I'd need to catch an additional bus to go to their facilities which makes my overall travel time back home much longer and difficult.
Students are given all the support they need in various aspects. Facilities are good but maybe a bit old.
Great people and good place to study
Best: speaking to people and making friends and being away from home. Worst: timetable
The facilities with the university and moodle very fantastic. Aswell as the sports available to take part in.
Great facilities and location, communication can sometimes be poor.
The building I study in is a beautiful, old building, however it does have some accessibility issues which I suppose is a product of the time it was built. Being a city university rather than a campus, it can be quite difficult to make plans with friends on other courses because you can often be miles apart during the day, but the central location of most of the uni buildings definitely helps.
4.2
The campus facilities (toilets and eating areas) are sometimes not cleaned.