The University of Birmingham

Reviews

Anonymous

Very supportive university with many exciting things to do, they help us a lot academically and physically making us strong & smart.

Anonymous

Overall, really good. The facilities available on campus are great and there is a huge amount of careers advice available. The organisation of the course is lacking slightly, I have a lot of hours timetabled in that are 'mistakes' or 'faults' as a result multiple lectures and seminars have been cancelled last minute. There are many sports and societies to get involved in which is great but sometimes I feel the university could do more to stimulate interaction between students, especially on the courses with large numbers of people on them (I do geography and there are over 300 people in my year). The choice of modules is really good.

Anonymous

The university has a good reputation and for the most part it lives up to this. It provides good opportunities both in terms of studying and extra curricular activities. The developments that are currently underway I think will make it a great place to study, with better facilities and more space to work. Currently however some of the building are very old, the library is short on study space and the gym is overcrowded most of the time.

Anonymous

I love the campus! Full of lovely restaurants and amazing library. I love how it feels like a little village, with shops like spar, clothes shops and even phone fixing shops. The campus is gorgeous, with the beautiful gardens and clock tower.

Anonymous

The University of Birmingham has a beautiful campus, with its grand red bricks buildings and free standing clock tower - 'Old Joe'. Its facilities are just as good with a brand new library and sports centre. There are two costa and a Starbucks on campus and loads of other places to eat and drink including Joes bar which also holds club nights. These facilities are expensive however, especially the unis own library cafe which is a downside. One of the best things about UOB is its first year halls - the Vale. Most first years live on this park which has a lake with different halls around it. If you go to UOB, make sure you live here!

Anonymous

I had a good time studying at the University of Birmingham. The accommodation and local area were perfectly nice, as were the majority of the university's buildings. Some of the members of staff were set in old ways and not geared towards teaching a modern classroom.

Anonymous

The course was really well run , with excellent teaching and support. The university campus and facilities are great.

Anonymous

The University provides wonderful views and a great campus. Many cafe's incase your a little peckish and you get great value for your money. Downside, they lack in the study space, however, with the project underway to revamp the whole campus it isn't really going to be a long term issue.

Anonymous

The university has such an amazing campus, they really go above and beyond to help you and provide the support that you need.

Anonymous

Birmingham is amazing for anything relating to sports. It has great big pitches and a great gym. However, the gym can get quite packed as you will find a lot of Birmingham students are active. The medical course is very clinical. It incorporates clinical lectures wherever it can and gives a lot of clinical exposure. It's not the best for research but it is improving. However, the worst thing is the anatomy teaching here and also not all lectures are recorded. There are a lot of facilities and the library has enough books for you.

Rose Bell

University Of Birmingham is very good. I am a medical student and I love the course at the Uni. They have great facilities including a new sports centre and library although these can get very busy. They have great societies and the MedSoc is one of the biggest in the countries and it is so open and varied there is something for everyone! There is an issue with safety in the neighbouring area of Selly Oak with reports of various crimes and we feel unable to go out alone when it is dark. The Uni and police have responded to this though and hopefully it will improve.

Anonymous

I'm in my final year at University of Birmingham and have had a terrific time over the past three years. Our campus is gorgeous, my course and researchers/lecturers are rigorous and good quality, social life is thriving, great quality resources and facilities etc. It's been great! During my time here, I've been a Student Ambassador so have had a closer look into the inner operations/function of the University as a body and I can wholeheartedly say it is a well organised institution with good ethics and want for the best for their students. The cons of University of Birmingham are usually well balanced with a positive. For example, some of the University buildings are extremely outdated and musty e.g Ashley Building or Education building, nevertheless there is a lot of funding gone into creating brand new faciltities opening all within the next 5 years or so which is good. The student body is extremely large (c. 33,000 students) which can make you feel as if you may not receive the correct amount of attention/resources as possible. However, it is likely (after first year) the university won't baby you and you will have to seek the resources yourself. Overall, I have grown and developed a lot at UoB and have thoroughly enjoyed my time here. I would recommenced the University to all those considering.

Anonymous

The campus is looking great due to the Green project. The only issue is facilities are closing down. The history library has been closed and is now a seminar room.

Anonymous

The campus around the school is extremely beautiful and stunning. Facilities wise, it's great with a newly built library most of it is advanced.

Anonymous

Beautiful campus, lots of support for your degree programs especially Physics. Great number of societies and sports clubs to choose from, the latter providing both beginner and advanced sessions.

Anonymous

This university is fantastic. I am studying ancient history and the facilities are definitely some of the best I've seen. There are many museums on and off campus and the lecturers are very informative. The library is a brilliant place to study, with a modern design and thousands of books on anything you could imagine. The campus is very picturesque and safe, with plenty of greenery to make you feel comfortable.

Anonymous

The university campus is great, it is a short walk to most buildings and the green space has made the uni look much better. I feel as though the sports that uob have to offer are so broad there is something for everyone.

Anonymous

Just started here as a fresher and I'm loving it, great flat, coursemates and degree lectures. Would quite like some more work to be done on loneliness and depression amongst freshers though...

Anonymous

Brill university, just started here as a fresher and I'm loving it so far! The only thing I'd say is that there needs to be a lot of work done with loneliness and depression, especially as a fresher as I've come across quite a lot already here

Anonymous

Campus is great and my department specifically (English Language) are so helpful and friendly however there is generally a lack of study space and clear differences in funding between departments

Anonymous

The campus is lovely and I was made to feel welcome by all other students and staff. There is a diverse range of students on campus and a place for everyone to fit in. My lectures have been enjoyable and the content is great, I have found all my lecturers to be knowledgeable and friendly.

Anonymous

The campus is beautiful and I was made to feel very welcomed by all other students and staff. There is a diverse range of students and a place for everyone to fit in. My course is amazing and the lecturers are both knowledgeable and approachable.

Anonymous

Great course and campus. New facilities such as the sport and fitness center are fab. The student union is a great night out.

Anonymous

Beautiful campus, very green, warm and inviting to be around! Great facilities such as the new library and plenty of space to study. I study history and the department generally is very very strong, I previously studied lanaguges too however I cannot say they were as supportive and organised. The one aspect my uni lacks is the personal touch, personal tutors do not engage too much in your welfare which is sometimes an issue! the student union is excellent and probably one of the best in the country, offering loads of societies and student nights! Overall UoB is a really strong uni!