Application Guidance

Preparing to apply for one of our Health, Education and Life Science courses? Look no further, as we've put together a handy guide full of everything you need to know to ace it.

  • Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)

    Some courses at Birmingham City University will require a DBS check as part of the application process. Find out more about this process.

  • Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

    All you need to know about Recognition of Prior Learning, transfer of credits and progression agreements in the Faculty of Health, Education and Life Sciences.

Interview Advice

Education

Follow our guidance on how to prepare for your Teacher Training interview.

Education interviews

Social Work

Get advice on how to prepare for your Social Work interview.

Social work interviews

Nursing and Midwifery

Tips and tricks for your Nursing or Midwifery interview.

Nursing and Midwifery interviews

Allied Health Professions

Follow our advice on how to get ready for your interview with Allied Health Professions. 

Allied Health Professions interviews

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Accommodation

Find your home from home at BCU. We offer eight halls of residence options, ranging from on-campus to inner-city living. You can take a virtual tour of each accommodation option to find the one for you.

More about accommodation

Admissions

Read our admission FAQs to get your application questions answered. If your question isn’t covered, we have all the details of how to get in touch.

More about admissions

Student Support

From disability and mental health support to CV and job interview training, BCU ensures you have all you need during your time here – and beyond – to succeed and flourish in your studies and career.

More about student support

Social Media

Follow our social media channels and discover more about life at BCU, including what the University and city will offer you if you study here.

More about social media

Virtual tour

Experience a day in the life as a BCU student through immersive 360-degree tours of our campuses. Take a look at our industry-standard facilities, innovative learning spaces and bustling social spots.

360-degree tours