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The University of Birmingham is a well-known UK Russell Group university in Edgbaston, Birmingham with over 35,000 students. Admission is moderately selective with an acceptance rate of 13–14%. The most popular courses are Business, Medicine, Engineering, Law, and Social Sciences. Graduation is about 83%, and graduates claim average early-career pay of INR 40–45 lakhs a year (£38,000–42,000).
University of Nottingham, located in Nottingham, is also a Russell Group university with a student body of around 34,000. Its acceptance rate is marginally higher at around 11%, and it is thus equally selective. Nottingham is particularly highly regarded for Pharmacy, Veterinary Medicine, Engineering, and Business. Graduation rates are around 82%, and alumni have average early career salaries of INR 38–42 lakhs annually (£36,000–40,000).
| University of Birmingham | University of Nottingham | |
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| Collegedunia Score | 6.1 Out of 10 | 6 Out of 10 |
| ranking (overall) | # 28 The Guardian 2026 # 76 QS World University 2026 # 98 Times Higher Education 2026 | # 50 The Guardian 2026 # 97 QS World University 2026 # 145 Times Higher Education 2026 |
| Subject Strength | # 96 for Engineering by Times Higher Education 2025 # 67 for Medicine by QS World University 2025 # 41 for Law by The Guardian 2026 | # 101 for Engineering by Times Higher Education 2025 # 96 for Medicine by QS World University 2025 # 24 for Law by The Guardian 2026 |
| Programs | UG Programs -52 PG Programs -145 Doctorate Programs -54 | UG Programs -96 PG Programs -126 Doctorate Programs -1 |
| Acceptance Rate | 13.0 % | 11.0 % |
| Exam Score | GMAT-500 GRE-292 IELTS-6 PTE-59 TOEFL-88 | GMAT-640 IELTS-6 PTE-55 TOEFL-80 |
| Cost to Study | Average Tuition Fees 27180 [For UG Program] Average Tuition Fees 26640 [For PG Program] Hostel + Meal - 17136 Per Year | Average Tuition Fees 27200 [For UG Program] Average Tuition Fees 34500 [For PG Program] Hostel + Meal - 14297 Per Year |
| placement (average package) | Graduate employability ranking #86; Annual average salary 57,100 USD; Top recruiters: IBM, Capgemini, Peter Brett Associates, WSP Global Inc., Barclays Bank, etc.; Highest paid degrees: Executive MBA (127,000 USD), MBA (104,000 USD), Bachelor (101,000 USD), LLM (85,000 USD), Masters in Finance (76,000 USD). | Graduate Employability Rankings: #66 University of Nottingham is one of the top public universities in Nottingham, United Kingdom. It is ranked #114 in QS World University Rankings 2023. Top recruiters: National Health Service (NHS), Pentland, Vision Express Ltd., University of Nottingham, University of Central Lancashire etc Base Salaries by Degree:
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| application requirements | Academic transcripts; 2 reference letters; personal statement; essay; research proposal (for research programs); Proof of English language proficiency | Transcripts, Personal Statement, School Reference, Proof of English language proficiency, Country-specific requirements, 2 References, Resume, Work Experience (if required) |
| Campuses and B-Schools | NA | University of Nottingham Malaysia |
| CollegeDunia Reviews | 8.0/10 Read 27 reviews | 7.5/10 Read 26 reviews |
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| ranking | # 5 for Computer Science by The Guardian 2026 # 174 for Computer Science by QS World University 2025 # 176 for Computer Science by Times Higher Education 2025 | # 68 for Computer Science by The Guardian 2026 # 191 for Computer Science by QS World University 2025 # 201 for Computer Science by Times Higher Education 2025 |
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| exam scores | IELTS - 6.5/9PTE - 67/90TOEFL - 88/120 | IELTS - 6.5/9PTE - 71/90TOEFL - 90/120 |
| cost to study | Total Cost (Tuition + Living) - | Total Cost (Tuition + Living) -32400 |
| documents required | #Letter of Recommendation + Statement of Purpose | #Letter of Recommendation + Statement of Purpose |
| application dates | Jul 3, 2026 (Application Deadline For September 2026 Intake) | Aug 4, 2025 (Application Deadline For Fall 2025 Intake) Aug 3, 2026 (Application Deadline For Fall 2026 Intake) Sep 21, 2026 (Course Start Date for Fall 2026 Intake) |
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| General Facts | University of Birmingham | University of Nottingham |
|---|---|---|
| Type of University | University | University |
| Established | 1900 | 1881 |
| Student:Faculty Ratio | 12:1:1 | 15:1 |
| Male:Female | 42% Male, 58% Female | 46% Male, 54% Female |
| Location Facts | 2 campuses- Edgbaston and Selly Oak located in Edgbaston, Birmingham, UK; centered around Chancellor’s Court and Old Joe. | Campuses in UK, China & Malaysia; UK campuses located mainly in Nottingham include University Park (Main Campus), Jubilee Campus, Sutton Bonington Campus, King’s Meadow Campus, Queen’s Medical Center (also include 2 University Hospital sites); University Park- one of the largest & most attractive in UK; spread across 300 acres; 2 miles from city center in extensive greenery and around a lake. |
| Library | 7 libraries and resource center; 2.7 million books and scholarly periodicals, over 16,000 electronic resources; 1.8 million print; 500,000 online books; over 85,000 print & online journals. | 10 libraries across its UK and international campuses; over 1 million books and journals; over 3 million manuscripts; one of the most heavily-used electronic collections (ebooks, e-journals, databases) in UK. |
| Campus Life | 250 clubs & societies; Houses the Barber Institute of Fine Arts, Shakespeare Institute, Mingana Collection of Middle Eastern manuscripts, Lapworth Museum of Geology, Joseph Chamberlain Memorial Clock Tower; UoB Sport & Fitness club (consisting of 50m swimming pool, multi-sports arena, 6 glass-backed squash courts, 200-station gym, 10m climbing wall, Performance Centre, 5 activity studios, etc.); 9 Costas, 2 Starbucks; other university cafes; etc. | Period buildings; 12 halls of residence (accommodating over 3,000 students); East Midlands Conference Centre (a conference & exhibition center for upto 1,000 people); sports facilities- 70 sports clubs, Sports Centre, Fitness Centre, swimming pool; Lakeside Arts Centre (University’s public art program engaging over 200,000 people); Portland Building (housing Students' Union, Student Support Centre, banks, bars & restaurants). |
| Hostel | #Accommodation (Catered) - $8442 #Accommodation (Self Catered) - $8694 | #Broadgate Park--Single Room - $5764 #Ancaster Hall Rooms-- With meal - $8533 |
| Famous Alumni | 11 Nobel laureates; Neville Chamberlain & Stanley Baldwin (Former British PM); Sir Edward Elgar (British composer); Baroness Amos (UN Under-Secretary-General); Lord Roll of Ipsden (Director of the Bank of England); Isaac Hempstead Wright (Actor); Rodolfo Neri Vela (Mexican scientist & astronaut); Tim Curry (Actor) | Over 280,000 alumni; D.H. Lawrence (English Writer); Ruth Wilson (Actor); Sir Clive Granger (British Economist); Theo James (Actor); Anil Kakodkar (Indian physicist); Nadia Edith Whittome (Member of the Parliament of UK); Matthew Paul Walker (British Scientist); Major Levison James Wood (British Explorer) |
| City Life | A city in West Midlands, England; 2nd largest city in England; Economy dominated by the service sector; 2nd largest metropolitan economy in UK with a GDP of 121.1 billion USD; Top tourist attractions include Victoria Square, Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, Thinktank- Birmingham Science Museum, National SEA LIFE Centre, St. Philip's Cathedral, Cadbury World | Nottingham- a city in Nottinghamshire, England; City has links to the legend of Robin Hood, lace-making, Raleigh bikes, tobacco industries; 7th largest metropolitan economy in UK; Unemployment rate-2.59% Top tourist attractions: Old Market Square, Lace Market, Nottingham Castle, City of Caves, Highfields Park, Green's Mill and Science Centre, D. H. Lawrence Birthplace Museum. |
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University of Birmingham vs University of Nottingham
Subject Strength & World Rankings (2025/2026)
The two universities are among the top 100–150 in the world. Birmingham excels particularly in Business, Education, Law, and Medicine, while Nottingham is best known globally for Pharmacy, Veterinary Science, and Engineering. On QS rankings, Birmingham tends to be around 76th, while that of Nottingham is 97th.
General Information
Birmingham's Edgbaston campus features a classic red-brick design but with robust connections to the city's business, law, and finance sectors. Nottingham features a multi-campus design with the University Park campus as well as global campuses in China and Malaysia, making it more international in scope.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Both are selective Russell Group universities with acceptance rates of approximately 11–14%. Birmingham is especially appealing for Business, Law, and Health Sciences applicants, whereas Nottingham is more competitive for STEM subjects like Pharmacy, Veterinary Science, and Engineering.
Research Impact & Facilities
Both are part of the Russell Group with excellent research funding. Birmingham is particularly good in medicine, social sciences, and law with leading institutes in clinical research. Nottingham is world leading in pharmacy and life sciences and has international campuses to extend its research reach across Asia.
Cost & Financial Aid
Fees for international undergraduates in both universities range around £20,000–25,000 annually, with higher fees for STEM and medical courses. Living expenses are relatively lower in Nottingham than in Birmingham, but both offer scholarships and funding schemes for international students.
Career Outcomes & Alumni Success
Birmingham graduates are resilient in business, politics, law, and health professions and enter leadership positions throughout the UK and internationally. Nottingham graduates excel in engineering, pharmacy, veterinary medicine, and international business, with their global reach provided by overseas campuses. They both rank high in employability, with Birmingham tending to rank somewhat higher in law and finance, and Nottingham in pharmacy and STEM.
