Construction and the Built Environment

We are a major provider of professional Built Environment courses for the property and construction industries. 

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.

Our Research

We are focused on improving the process, validity and environmental efficiency across multiple sectors of construction and the built environment.

Explore Construction and the Built Environment

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.

Go Abroad

Whatever you want to achieve, going abroad will give you the skills, knowledge and experience to make a difference to your future.

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.

More Information

Why study with us?

Find out why you should choose BCU and study with us.

Why choose BCU?

Student information

Learn how to apply for a place on one of our courses, check out our student accommodation and discover more about services that will enable you to gain the most from your studies.

Student information

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. 

Placements at BCU

Funding

We're here to help you with any questions or problems you may have, both before and during your time as a student here. Fees, funding, budgeting, money management - we can help you get to grips with it all.

Financial information

International

You’ll find a diverse and welcoming environment at Birmingham City University. We’re a modern and dynamic international university, with staff, students and alumni from more than 100 countries. With 30,000 students in the second largest city in the UK.

International study information