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REF2021 results

Read about how Birkbeck, University of London performed in the 2021 Research Excellence Framework (REF).

Full-time or part-time study?

Study for an undergraduate degree full-time over three years or part-time over four or six years. It’s up to you.

Evening study explained

Birkbeck is London’s only specialist provider of evening higher education. With classes held 6pm-9pm, your days are free to study, work, volunteer or just do your own thing.

Top reasons to choose Birkbeck

Birkbeck is a member of the prestigious University of London and a leading research university, but it's our evening study that makes us really special. Find out more about the ways Birkbeck could change your life.

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Do you have questions about courses, applying or student life at Birkbeck? Chat with our student ambassadors via Unibuddy (third party provider - by signing up you share your data with Unibuddy on their terms).

Undergraduate study

Browse our full and part-time undergraduate courses and find out what it's like to study at our central London campus.

Postgraduate study

Choose the best postgraduate course for you from our wide range of study options, and find information about entry requirements, financial support and how to apply.

Distance learning courses with University of London

Our range of degrees are awarded by the University of London with academic direction provided by Birkbeck.

Study for a prestigious degree from anywhere in the world.

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.

Boost your career

Discover how Birkbeck's unique evening teaching, coupled with our comprehensive careers and employability services, can help you get ahead in a highly competitive job market.

Accommodation

Most of our students live in private accommodation, but we also offer student accommodation and access to the professional services of the University of London Housing Services.

Financial support

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

Virtual Tour

Get a glimpse of the Birkbeck experience from the comfort of your own home by using our virtual tour.

How to apply

Everything you need to know about how to apply to one of our courses.

Get started

Check out our series of free taster sessions for prospective undergraduate students, which will show you what Birkbeck's undergraduate teaching is like.

Short courses

Birkbeck offers a wide variety of short courses; from one-day courses, to CertHEs, to postgraduate level, there's something for every taste.

Centre for Professional Development

Explore our courses for working professionals to help your organisation become resilient, agile and well adapted to new ways of working.

FOR STUDENTS WHO WANT TO START THEIR CAREER BEFORE THEY GRADUATE

Birkbeck's recruitment consultancy matches up students and graduates with relevant employment opportunities to help you get ahead in your career.

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