Applying for accommodation
As soon as you have received a course offer from us, you can apply for University accommodation. Your offer letter will include your Birmingham City University Application Number (Student ID), which you will need when completing the online accommodation application form.
We work with student accommodation providers in Birmingham City Centre and close to our City South Campus, and we have a range of accommodation to suit different students.
View BCU accommodation options
How to apply
As first year international student, you are guaranteed Birmingham City University accommodation if you apply by 31 August.
- Look at our available accommodation to identify your preference. Please choose University or Private Halls accommodation close to the campus where you will be studying. Your course page will tell you where you’ll be based.
- You can register on our Online Accommodation Services website. You will need to complete the personal details section and provide your Student ID.
- You will then receive two emails - one confirming your registration and another giving you a validation code.
- You can now login to the Online Accommodation Services website using your ID, password and validation code.
- Select ‘Applications’ from the online menu and complete your online accommodation application.
- You will then receive an email detailing your accommodation offer, once your course offer has been updated to Unconditional.
- You should apply by 31 August to guarantee your accommodation. If you apply late, we may need to refer you to other accommodation providers if all University rooms have been allocated.