Construction and the Built Environment
We are a major provider of professional Built Environment courses for the property and construction industries.
1st in the UK
for Civil Engineering student satisfaction (Complete University Guide 2025).
Ideally located
in the heart of Birmingham and surrounded by our 'living lab' of regeneration projects such as HS2
Industry links
Our students are building future cities, working with companies such as Court Collaboration, Taylor Wimpey and Kier Group.
TEF Gold
BCU was awarded the highest possible rating of Gold for Student Experience in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023.
Our core activity is educating professionals for a technical, ethical, economic, political and social world where the built and natural environment forms the context for human activity.
There has never been a better time to study Built Environment subjects in Birmingham due to the exciting job opportunities that are available. Home to the High Speed 2 (HS2) station construction, Grand Central and numerous new high rise residential projects, Birmingham is a city of regeneration and the second-largest city in the UK. Studying in the heart of the city, amid this urban redevelopment, you will be in the perfect environment to be working on an array of fascinating live projects.
BCU provides Built Environment students with access to excellent facilities and software packages. Our staff will use their industry knowledge and experience to ensure that you are fully equipped with the equipment needed to support your studies.
Our courses
Foundation courses
Our Foundation Years offer you an additional year of study to ensure progression to your chosen degree.
Undergraduate courses
Find out about our range of undergraduate courses for Construction and the Built Environment.
Postgraduate courses
Take a look at the Construction and the Built Environment postgraduate courses and research degrees available.
Explore BCU
Take a virtual tour of your subject facilities and spaces that would be part of your daily life as a student at Birmingham City University.
Our Research
We are focused on improving the process, validity and environmental efficiency across multiple sectors of construction and the built environment.
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Facilities
Take a look at the facilities available to you as a Construction and the Built Environment student at BCU.
Our staff
When you study your degree with us, you will enjoy a wealth of expertise from those in your relevant field.
Our graduates
We're proud to boast an alumni community of more than 200,000 graduates in 120 countries across the world.
Blog
Check out our blog where we share our experiences and visionary ideas with each other, the industry and the world.
Working in industry
If you choose to study at BCU, you will get the chance to work with industry, where you'll gain valuable experience.
Innovation Fest
Innovation Fest celebrates the creative talents of our students, inspiring them to address real-world problems.
Industrial Advisory Group
The Built Environment team at BCU has a remit and a desire to be externally facing, building strong links with industry and forming partnerships for mutual benefit.
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News
There is always something happening around the University and our latest news is a great way to find out what's going on.
Placements
You may be required to undertake a placement as part of your course, or offered the opportunity to do so voluntarily during your time at BCU.
Living in Birmingham
Whether you’re moving to Birmingham or you’re a Brummie at heart, there’s so much to student life here to explore, no matter which campus you're based at.
Open Days
The best way to explore what's on offer is to come and see us. Our in-person events provide the perfect opportunity to chat to our staff and students, and check out our state-of-the-art facilities.