Is Birmingham University good for research?

Yes, it is possible to change the field of study at UoB. To do this, students would need to submit a Programme Transfer form. This can be submitted electronically. Given below are the steps involved in the process.

• Download a copy of the TDP form from the UoB website
• Only fill out the section A of the form
• Submit the same to the School or Department for their approval
• If the change of course leads to a change of school, students would also need to fill section C of the form
• The form would then be approved by the taught student administration
• Confirm the change of major via the confirmation email sent by the university

UoB is considered better for an MBA than BCU. The Birmingham University MBA gives emphasis to responsible business practices and follows a practical approach to learning. This involves, using real-world case-studies to improve problem-solving skills. 

BCU follows a very similar model of teaching. At Birmingham University, students get better networking opportunities. Its global reputation, also gives better job opportunities to its students.

University of Birmingham ranks #13 in the UK for MBA, while BCU is unranked.

GBP 32,160 (INR 38.5 L) per year for a BSc and GBP 34,740 (INR 41.6 L) is what an MSc in Computer Science would cost you as an Indian student at Uni Birmingham for the 2026-27 session. Check the fees page to know more about tuition costs of other courses at the university.

1 GBP = INR 119.78

UoB stands out for its UG Journalism and Mass Communication program. The university ranks #1 in the UK for the same, in the latest Shiksha Popularity Rankings. Science, Engineering Accounting, and Nursing  are among the other popular courses for which it ranks among the top 20 universities in the UK, as shown below.

• #7 in the UK for Science programs
• #13 for Accounting and Commerce
• #15 for Engineering and Nursing 

Similar to the Ivy League in the US, 24 of the best universities are part of the Russell Group in the UK. The main difference between RG universities and others comes in research, teaching, and overall standing. RG university faculty members are usually Nobel Prize winners or world-class researchers. You get a low student to faculty ratio and a better environment.