India
We have had a long and warm association with India for many years, and always look forward to welcoming our Indian students to the UK. We have an active Indian Society through our Students’ Union, as well as the Sikh Society, making your experience a home from home.
Birmingham has a proud reputation as one of the most diverse cities in Europe, and is home to nearly 65,000 residents of Indian ethnic origin. Indian visitors can enjoy the Balti Triangle, the centre of Asian cuisine, enjoy shopping, Asian jewellers, and delicious sweet shops.
Birmingham is home to the world-famous Edgbaston cricket ground, which in 2018 hosted the Investec Test Match between England and India. Our local music and event venues also play host to some fantastic events, including the BritAsia TV World Music Awards 2015 at the Barclaycard Arena. The new Air India service from Delhi flies direct to Birmingham Airport.
- Anna University
- Chandigarh University
- Christ University
- DYPDC
- Global Hospitals Group
- Graphic Era Group of Universities
- ICAT Design & Media College
- Indus Trust
- Institute for Technology and Management
- Institute of Apparel Management
- Institute of Technology and Science
- Lovely Professional University
- Maharashtra Institute of Technology Group
- National Institute of Design
- SRM University
- Institute for Technology and Management (ITM)
Undergraduate courses
Most of our programmes require the Indian Certificate of Secondary Education (Standard XII) - a minimum average of 55%, depending on the exam board. However, some courses may require a higher grade.
Faculty of Art, Design and Media:
- Most undergraduate courses in the Art and Design schools require a good portfolio of artwork.
- Requires the 12th Standard average of 60% overall. Some courses require Maths with a minimum of 65% from Standard 10 on the Central Board or the CICSE Board. Otherwise, students require 60% of Standard 12
Faculty of Business, Law and Social Sciences (BLSS):
- Requires the 12th Standard average of 60% with a minimum of 60% in Maths. We also accept Maths at Standard 10 with 65% from the Central Board and CICSE Board.
Faculty of Computing, Engineering and the Built Environment (CEBE):
- Mathematics is required at the 10th Standard minimum of 65% from the Central Board and CICSE Board.
- BEng Telecommunication and Networks, Mathematics is required at 12th Standard minimum 65%
- All engineering courses require the 12th Standard minimum of 65%, with 65% in Maths, Physics and Chemistry.
Postgraduate courses
Holders of a or 4-year Bachelor's degree with 55% overall will be considered for direct admission to Postgraduate diplomas, MBAs or Master’s Degree courses. However, some programmes will require a higher grade.
Faculty of Art, Design and Media:
Some postgraduate courses require a portfolio, others require a proposal of studies, while some courses require both a portfolio and a proposal of studies.
Engineering courses:
Holders of a 3 or 4-year Bachelor's degree with 60% overall will be considered for direct admission to Master’s Degree courses.
Special requirements
Art and Design
All undergraduate courses in the Art and Design schools require a good portfolio of artwork. Some postgraduate courses also require a portfolio, others require a proposal of studies, while others require both a portfolio and a proposal of studies. Please check the faculty website for specific requirements.
Computing, Engineering and the Built Environment (CEBE)
All undergraduate courses in the CEBE faculty require Mathematics at O Level. However, Mathematics is required at AS Level minimum Grade C or the equivalent for the Engineering suite and BEng Telecommunication and Networks.
Business School
All Business School undergraduate Year 1 courses require a minimum mathematics grade of C at O Level or the equivalent.
English language requirements
IELTS 6.0 (with no less than 5.5 in each band score). Please note that some courses require a higher IELTS score.
View our English language requirements
International Foundation Programme
If you don’t meet the entry requirements, you can study an International Foundation Programme to be eligible for entry to study with us. Our foundation programmes are delivered through Birmingham City University International College.
Up to £2,000 scholarships available for Indian students
To be eligible for a scholarship for an undergraduate programme, you’ll need to have studied the 12th Standard and attained the following grade:
- 60% overall* - £1,000
- 65% overall* - £1,500
- 70% overall* - £2,000
To be eligible for a scholarship for a postgraduate programme, you’ll need to have gained the following at a university in India:
- 55% - 59% £1,000
- 60% - 69% £1,500
- 70% + £2,000
Your scholarship offer will be made when we make you a course offer.
*Computing, Engineering and the Built Environment courses have higher requirements.
GREAT Scholarships - India
Exclusively for students from India, we are happy to offer the following GREAT scholarships in partnership with the British Council for our upcoming September 2018 intake:
Undergraduate:
Five students will be awarded their entire tuition fee for the first year of an undergraduate course up to £12,000.
Your course can be from any of the following faculties; Business, Law & Social Sciences (BLSS), Art, Design & Media (ADM), Computing, Engineering & Built Environment (CEBE), or Health, Education and Life Sciences (HELS).
To qualify for this award, you should have achieved a minimum of the following overall % in your 12th Standard:
- BLSS, ADM, HELS: 75%
- CEBE: 80%
To participate, you must complete the brief form below and write a supporting statement.
Postgraduate:
One student from any faculty will be awarded total tuition fees for any postgraduate course up to £12,000.
To qualify for this award, you should have achieved a Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 75%.
To participate, click the apply button, complete the brief form and write a supporting statement.
*Please note this scholarship cannot be combined with any other scholarships.
British Council Creative Economy Scholarships
We are delighted to announce that in partnership with the British Council, we will be offering 3x full tuition fee scholarships for the MA Arts and Project Management course through the Creative Economy scholarship programme to start in September 2021.
We’ll be visiting India very soon and we’ll let you know our schedule as soon as possible. In the meantime, please contact Rob, International Regional Manager, for any questions you have.
Student views
What our students say...
Jaspreet Singh
BA (Hons) Business and Human Resource Management
“I always had a dream to study in the UK since my childhood…I already have learned and achieved so much in this country. I simply love my university. With loads of opportunities and facilities, being at university has helped me to develop as an individual. I feel proud of my achievements and to be part of Birmingham City University.”
Karanpreet Singh
MA Media Production
Founder/owner, Cream of the Crop
“I opted for Birmingham City University specifically for these reasons – a multicultural city, taught by leaders from the respective industries, better standards of education, and a university recognised for its vast range of courses…It was learning with fun. Every module was so practical and thoughtfully designed; it seemed as if the course was specifically made for me. Birmingham City University has really nurtured me in every sense and allowed me to share my opinions with other international students from around the world. Now I am back in my hometown, Mumbai, India, running my own design agency by the name of Cream of the Crop and a family business which sends students abroad for higher education. To sum it up, I developed my vision at Birmingham City University and I am living it today.”
Vittal Krishna
MSc Computer Science
“The faculty and staff were helpful and responded frequently to students’ queries. The facilities were good and we had access to the tools we needed to complete our coursework, assignments and studies. I feel that studying the MSc at the University gave me a wider international outlook and although mine was a technical course, the programme of learning was such that I also learnt some business studies which helped me a lot in deciding my career. I would say to future students that the opportunities at the University are immense if they are ready to go the extra mile. All the facilities are readily available, and making the most of them is of the utmost importance.”
Sevvel Thirupurasundari
BA (Hons) Architecture Year 2 Exchange Student
“The University and the city of Birmingham were both very welcoming, with something for everybody. Birmingham is a very student friendly city, full of life and energy. The Hindu temple, Shri Venkateswara (Balaji) on the Dudley Road, made me feel at home and I used to visit it regularly.
As an architecture student, I found Birmingham a very unique city, conserving and preserving heritage buildings and also adding on a lot of new buildings and attractions. It was a great opportunity for me to meet other international students studying there, who become my close friends in later days. I miss the University and my tutors and friends who made me feel home all the while when I was there.”
Arpu Kumar
LLM International Human Rights student
We wanted our students to let you know about their journeys through Birmingham City University and beyond. We talk to Arpu Kumar, an International Human Rights student from India, about her time in our School of Law.
Country contact
Do you have a question?
Disha Gupta
Head of Operations and Recruitment India, Nepal & Sri Lanka
Email: Disha.Gupta@bcu.ac.uk
Srishti Birla
Student Recruitment Officer - India
Tel: +91 9990133345
Email: Srishti.Birla@bcu.ac.uk
Mannat Kukreja
Student Support Officer - India
Tel: +91 8076222108
Student views
What our students say...
Nivi Krishnan
MA Textile Design
“I'm thoroughly enjoying studying for my degree in textile design at Birmingham City University. The University offers not only an extremely high standard of teaching, it is also a supportive and friendly environment in which to take my academic career forward and maximise my confidence and potential.
“Throughout the course I have learnt a variety of skills, both creative and transferable. To open our minds and really 'think outside the box' is at the heart of our design work. Through placements, we have become more prepared and experienced, and ready to adapt to working life and to reach the highest level of professionalism.
“I'm making happy memories and friends. The support and care shown to students is remarkable. The department is a place of study but also a fantastic environment to meet friends and lecturers who really care.”