All Levels
GBP 1,000-5,000
Birkbeck, University of London
London, United Kingdom
"A University of London college built for flexible study"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
—
Avg Salary/Yr
—
Ranking
#354 (QS)
PSW VISA
Up to 2 years (Graduate Route)
About Birkbeck, University of London
Birkbeck was founded in 1823 as the London Mechanics' Institute to bring education to working people. It became a college of the University of London in 1920 and has been Birkbeck, University of London since 2002. It is in Bloomsbury, central London, and has three faculties and nine schools covering business, law, psychology, computing, natural sciences, history, social sciences and the creative arts. Students can study in the evening, part-time or full-time on campus and online, and graduates receive a University of London degree.
Rankings & Recognition
#354
Ranked #=354 in the QS World University Rankings 2027 (#=388 in QS 2026) and in the top 2% of universities worldwide in the THE World University Rankings 2027.
Accreditations & Memberships
University of London member
Athena Swan Bronze Award
Race Equality Charter
Disability Confident Employer
Stonewall Diversity Champion
Mindful Employer
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with Birkbeck, University of London's global standing for that metric.
Academic Reputation
15.5#
Employer Reputation
5.9#
Faculty / Student
19.1#
Citations / Faculty
79.6#
Intl. Faculty
98.9#
Intl. Students
98.7#
Intl. Research Network
60.1#
Employment Outcomes
17.7#
Sustainability
45.6#
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Key Facts
1823
Founded
5,431
Total Students
2,201
International Students
465
Faculty
9 schools, 3 faculties
Schools
#=354
QS Rank 2027
Popular Programs
Psychology
Data Science
Finance
Organizational Psychology
Management and Business
Law
Application Details
Application Route
Online or UCAS
Intakes
October, January
Jan 2027 Deadline
9 Nov 2026
Jan 2027 CAS Date
14 Dec 2026
REF 2021
83% world-leading or excellent
Standardized Test Requirements
| Test | Minimum Score |
|---|---|
|
IELTS Academic
|
6.5 overall (min 6.0 each skill) |
|
TOEFL iBT (from Jan 2026)
|
4.5 overall (R4 L4 S4 W4.5) |
|
TOEFL iBT (before Jan 2026)
|
79 overall (R18 L19 S19 W23) |
|
PTE Academic
|
62 overall (min 60 each skill) |
|
LanguageCert Academic
|
70 overall (min 65 each) |
|
Cambridge C1 Advanced / C2 Proficiency
|
176 overall (min 169 each) |
|
Trinity ISE II
|
96 overall (min 90 each skill) |
Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
—
I-20 Processing
Student visa (CAS required)
Post-Study Work
Up to 2 years (Graduate Route)
Green Card Pathway
Skilled Worker visa route
Financials
Application Fee
—
Avg Scholarship
GBP 1,000-5,000
Career Outcomes
17.7 / 100
QS Employment Outcomes
5.9 / 100
QS Employer Reputation
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
Academic Staff — 465
International Staff — 44%
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Notable Alumni
Derek Barton (Nobel Prize, Chemistry)
Patrick Blackett (Nobel Prize, Physics)
Aaron Klug (Nobel Prize, Chemistry)
Roger Penrose (Nobel Prize, Physics)
Helen Sharman (first British astronaut)
Kemi Badenoch (UK politician)
Ed Davey (UK politician)
Daisy Ridley (actress)
Campus & Location
Birkbeck's main campus is in Bloomsbury, in the London Borough of Camden, between Malet Street and Woburn Square. It is close to the British Museum, UCL and the other University of London colleges, and is built around evening and flexible teaching.
Campus Details
Bloomsbury
campus in central London
9
schools
465
faculty
Campus Forecast
Mild oceanic climate
Rain spread across the year
Cool winters
Warm summers
Student Life & Housing
Housing
Halls of residence
Private apartments
Dining
Cafes and restaurants in Bloomsbury
Health & Wellness
NHS cover via Immigration Health Surcharge
Student support and hardship fund
Activities & Clubs
Birkbeck Students' Union
Societies and clubs
Humanities public events
Diversity & Demographics
Total Students
5,431
International Students
2,201
Undergraduate
61%
Postgraduate
39%
International Staff
44%
Cost Deep-Dive
Tuition - Master's (approx.)
GBP 20,340-24,600 / year
Living Costs (minimum)
GBP 12,000-13,000 / year
Payment Plan
Monthly or termly instalments
Intakes & Deadlines
Birkbeck admits international students in October and January, and offers a pre-sessional English programme. For January 2027, apply by 9 November 2026 (26 October 2026 if financial documents and a credibility interview are needed before CAS). Offer conditions must be met by 23 November 2026 and the final CAS date is 14 December 2026.
Scholarships at Birkbeck, University of London
5 scholarships available
Master's
Tuition discount in year one
Birkbeck Global Future Scholarship
Master's
GBP 10,000 towards tuition
GREAT - Birkbeck Scholarship (Indonesia)
Master's
Full tuition + living costs
Chevening Scholarship
All Levels
Varies
Commonwealth Scholarship
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
Secondary qualifications equal to UK A-levels (listed for 120+ countries). IELTS 6.5 overall.
Postgraduate
Bachelor's degree, usually 2:2 or equivalent. IELTS 6.5 overall.
English Proficiency
IELTS Academic
6.5 overall (min 6.0 each skill)TOEFL iBT (from Jan 2026)
4.5 overall (R4 L4 S4 W4.5)TOEFL iBT (before Jan 2026)
79 overall (R18 L19 S19 W23)PTE Academic
62 overall (min 60 each skill)LanguageCert Academic
70 overall (min 65 each)Cambridge C1 Advanced / C2 Proficiency
176 overall (min 169 each)Trinity ISE II
96 overall (min 90 each skill)Required Documents
Passport copy
Academic transcripts and certificates
English test certificate (IELTS / TOEFL / PTE)
Personal statement
Reference letter
CV (postgraduate)
Proof of funds
TB test certificate (if required)
Application Process
1
Choose course
Check the course list and entry rules on the Birkbeck website.
2
Apply
Apply online to Birkbeck or through UCAS (undergraduate) and upload your documents.
3
Offer
Receive your offer and meet any academic and English language conditions.
4
Pay deposit
Accept the offer and pay the tuition deposit shown on your offer letter.
5
CAS & visa
Pass pre-CAS checks, get your CAS and apply for a UK Student visa. Some applicants must also send financial documents and attend a credibility interview first.
6
Arrive & enrol
Travel after your visa is granted and complete enrolment on campus.
Campus & Location
Birkbeck's main campus is in Bloomsbury, in the London Borough of Camden, between Malet Street and Woburn Square. It is close to the British Museum, UCL and the other University of London colleges, and is built around evening and flexible teaching.
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