About us

London's evening university

A leading research university and vibrant learning community

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Corporate policies and procedures

See Birkbeck's corporate plans, policies and procedures

Financial support

Birkbeck is committed to doing everything we can to help you finance your studies. Find out about what is available, how to apply and the advice and support we provide.

The Birkbeck experience

Birkbeck is different: our classes are held in the evening, so your days are free - to study, work, volunteer or just do your own thing.

Equality and diversity

Birkbeck is proud of its diversity and recognises the value that this brings to College life.

How University income is spent

Birkbeck provides data on how we spend our income and expenditure throughout the year.

Birkbeck Talent

Birkbeck Talent is our own free, professional recruitment service, which can find you internship and employment opportunities with some of the UK’s top employers.

Research with impact

Discover how Birkbeck’s socially engaged research informs public policy, pushes scientific, medical and technological advances, supports the economy, promotes culture and the arts and makes a positive difference to society.

Careers and employability

Our free Careers and Employability Service provides comprehensive careers advice, events and information services for current students, both in person and online, and for recent Birkbeck graduates.

International students

There is nowhere better to study than London and Birkbeck is at its geographic and academic heart. Find out everything you need to know about coming to study here.

Work or study? You can do both at Birkbeck

Birkbeck students don’t need to debate the work or study issue - they can benefit from both experiences. Our evening courses allow them to combine study alongside the demands of a job, looking after a family, volunteering and networking to gain practical experience.

Find out why so many students choose Birkbeck.