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27 Reviews Found
Likes
- No regular lectures, 3 times a week
- Assignments were to be mostly typed and not written
- One could book group study rooms in the library for group discussions and studies
Dislikes
- Lack of focused teaching. You are on your own with learning and asking questions
- Lack of exposure (specifically in Msc. Cyber Security). Not many events conducted by the uni
- More theoretical curriculum than practical
Campus Life
10
- 5 campuses: Edgbaston, Selly Oak, School of Dentistry, Stratford, and one in Dubai
- Everything listed, including swimming pools, cafeterias, job search areas, well-being society, event area, Great Hall, museum, etc.
- September Freshers’ Week is one of them. Easter, Christmas, Good Friday, Halloween, Thanksgiving, Diwali, Eid, etc.
- You could opt for basically any sport you want. For student orgs, you could check out the Guild of Students in the university, the university’s student union. There is a society for basically everything and they are quite active. Check out the ones you need and email their handlers; they’d let you in when you attend at least one event of theirs. We also boast a massive 3-storey library with books and desktops so you could stay in it all day or all night (It’s open 24/7).
Accommodation
Off Campus
10
- Friend referral. My friend stayed at HamCam and he recommended the place.
- The monthly rent was 396 GBP, including bills. The facilities provided were central and room heating, an oven, television, tv room within campus, a bar, turf, a church, a library, a washing machine area and instant damage replacements.
- No challenges. We had confirmed this from the start.
- Seek accommodation not too close to the university or city centre; that’s how you’d find it for cheap. The closer it is, the more expensive it gets.
- 30 mins by bus but we had a free bus pass for the entire year so it didn’t matter. Most indians stayed in the city centre or university accommodation, which was highly cost-inefficient compared to the facilities we were provided.












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Likes
- The University of Birmingham has ample of societies to cater the needs of different student interest and fields. There are societies which can help to develop important skill sets. There are social volunteering societies as well which can be added to the CV.
- There are alot of guest lectures and seminars which are field related which can help students to learn in depth in their field.
- Study and work assistance is provided through personal tutor, recorded digital resource on how to make good assignment, instant cv checker , online courses , assignment making related queries one on one meeting session, office hours with the professor and career events.
Dislikes
- As there is academic difference in India and UK, the expectation on the way of writing assignment is very different and higher here in University of Birmingham. This can sometime make things more difficult to adjust to the new way of writing assignments and many lead to less grades if the student hasn't figured out how to do the assignment their way.
- The grading given by professor is extremely strict and student has to go way over the line to get more 70 in each assignment. Usually most students don't get more than 75 in each assignment even after extreme efforts.
- There are some societies in the university of Birmingham which are extremely dull and not engaging as other societies.This creates discrepancy for students who are really passionate to join the society to learn something, contribute and gain some skill sets.
Campus Life
10
- We have two campuses; one is in Dubai,UAE and the other one is in Birmingham, UK.
- We have Library,Cafes, restaurants,food trucks,cycle repair shop, stationary shop, University Support Center, religious Chaplaincy of Christianity,Islam, Buddhism and Judaism, Sports complexes of various kinds, a guide to student buildings, a lot of study space ,winterborne Garden, study spaces with vending machines, microwaves to use, water filters, coffee machines, on-campus first aid, and ladies toilets with free tampons and sanitary napkins.
Accommodation
Off Campus
8
- I got student accommodation off campus through Amber Student. I paid in 9 installments of 1,015 per installment. I didn't face any challenges as such for my accommodations; however, for some accommodations, they require a UK Guarantor (a local guarantor for accommodation; if the payer forgets to pay the rent, the Guarantor will be contacted to make the payment on their behalf), which can be very tricky if the student doesn't have trusted local relatives or family members in the UK and also if you want to leave student accommodation for some reason, we need to pass on the accommodation contract to another person who is willing to take that remaining housing contract; however, it's not the case for rented apartments.
- As for suggestions for students, student accommodation is a much better option if they take it nearby and helps to keep the person more socialized, as there are around 5 to 10 flatmates depending on the accomodation and also no need to pay extra for wifi, security and utilities.










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Likes
- Academic structure - the modules are beneficial to the current field
- Professors Guidance - They will always make sure the students understand the concept
- University job
Dislikes
- Expensive even after scholarship - I had received 40% discount and even after the scholarship it was expensive
- Project time limit has tight deadlines
- Exams are tough
Campus Life
10
- It is a good university and the subject is advanced statistics-related, which is fundamental to ML. I had emailed the professors prior to the admission and they were very responsive. I had written my IELTS and received an 8/9. There are other requirements like Letter of recommendation, statement of purpose and resume. This led to the admission. The management is responsible, in my experience.
Accommodation
Off Campus
4
- There is outside accommodation. I stayed with my relatives. Although I heard the university will help to find accommodation through student services. They will guide you through the procedure and payment. There are quite a few challenges if you stay in student accommodation, as it is expensive.
- I did not pay any rent. If you have a friend, you do not need to find roommates. My place is far. I took a bus or someone dropped me off. It is best to find the outskirts since it is expensive nearby the university.


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Likes
- The university provided great opportunities alongside the course and let us explore outside the classroom.
- The university runs amazing educational and social events throughout the year
- The lecturers are very knowledgeable and help you understand the concepts
Dislikes
- As I joined an LLM program, which was for one year, there was not enough time to learn everything about the university
- The number of lectures for my LLM course was much less than for other courses.
- The university did not let me change my dissertation topic, as there was no supervisor for my preferred topic
Campus Life
8
- I am only aware of one campus.
- We have a library, a Cafe - Starbucks, and a sports centre.
- There are Christmas rides outside the Birmingham main library during the season, and the Birmingham Christmas market is also great.
- For Law – There is a women's law society and the Birmingham Law society.
- I was a part of the calligraphy society and dance society with the student union, which is called Guild of Students.
Accommodation
Off Campus
10
- Found my accommodation using Google
- My rent was about 625 GBP with all bills included
- I had no challenges; the process was easy
- I stayed in Altura by Novel student, and it was a very good decision. The accommodation is very centrally located
- My accommodation was 45 minutes' walk away from campus – it was one stop by train.
- Most Indian students stay in Selly Oak


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Campus Life
10
- 3 campuses, 1st in Edgbaston, Birmingham city. With 700-800-acres campus, 2nd in dubai. And 3rd in singapore.
- We have library, sports building, gym, museum, cafes, food court, gardens, etc.
- Grad ball, vale fest, freshers week, and many events take place here. Every month there are some events that take place. All events are conducted by a guild of students mostly. Many clubs are also there like consulting club, hindu club, literary club, etc.
- The main one is the guild of students, which is responsible for the events happening around. Vale fest is the biggest fest that happens here during summer, with all the university accommodations taking part. And many sports athletes also represent us in olympics.
Accommodation
Off Campus
8
- I found my accommodation on the university website.
- My monthly rent was around 450 gbp but this year it was raised to 580 gbp and wifi, electricity, water and heating were all included in it. The location is beautiful and is well connected.
- Since it was a university accomodation i had no issues looking for the same, and there were people to help me get to my room when i arrived with all the welcome kit and gifts.
- Look for cheaper accommodation in Selly Oak; it is nearest to the university and all supermarkets are nearby.
- My accommodation is 1.3 miles from my college.

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Likes
- Large number of student societies which helps in building strong connections and a community.
- Good and quiet study places for reading while on campus during lecture breaks.
- Diversity of students that help in learning different cultures.
Dislikes
- Some days are very hectic with back to back lectures, while on other days there is no lecture.
- Lifts are not available in all building because of which I had to make use of stairs (2 floors) for 9 am lectures.
- Very less vegetarian options available (being a vegetarian) at the campus so I had to prepare my lunch in the morning which is so disappointing.
Campus Life
10
- My university has a total of 2 campuses.
- 1. Edgbaston Campus: It is the main campus of the university, located in Edgbaston, Birmingham.
- 2. Selly Oak Campus: It is next to Edgbaston Campus in Selly Oak village, which is nearest to the market and shopping centres.
- Fact: I live in Selly Oak.
- There are many facilities available on campus. There’s a big library with separate rooms that can be booked for group studies and has a cafe and printing machines. There are playgrounds for various sports like tennis, basketball, and football. The University provides free sports sessions for students that can be booked via the app. There’s also a swimming pool on the campus itself. Medical facilities are provided at the Guild of Students for free.
- The major festivals celebrated on campus are Christmas and Easter, where students are provided gifts. Other than that cultural events are organised by different student societies which make them feel at home and celebrate festivals away from home.
Accommodation
Off Campus
10
- I opted for on-campus accommodation. Directly applied it through the University. Monthly rent is £870 and it includes an en-suite room with a shared kitchen.
- I did not face any challenges while doing so because the university guarantees accommodation for freshers.
- I would recommend choosing accommodation near the university to be productive and active.
- My accommodation is a 5-minute walking distance from the campus. There is not any particular place where Indian students stay. Students are widely spread at different places.












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Likes
- First, to start with the superficial, the campus is beautiful - green, situated on a hill and a mix of modern and archaic architecture.
- The professors are so understanding and well-read, it is amazing just to chat with them, let alone hear them in a classroom.
- The students were of a variety of ages, something you don’t usually see in India. My youngest classmate was my age (22), while the oldest was 52! This presents the students with a range of experiences and ideas when we do group tasks.
Dislikes
- The weather felt dry and too cold all the time, especially when the university is situated on a hill. You must hit the gym before you join uni!
- The extremely polite nature of the professors sometimes made the discussion hours a bit futile. I appreciate the soft criticism, but often it felt that the real matter is not coming to the surface.
- The campus sometimes felt too big - you must leave for class way before you plan, because you probably will be late!
Campus Life
10
- There is one, the main one, in Edgbaston, Birmingham, and there is one in Dubai.
- Every facility is available on the campus. There are many cafés and eating spots (based on your budget); there is a gym where you can spot olympic atheletes, you will even find a place to get bikes and your glasses (specs) fixed right on the campus!
- The buildings are spacious and all have vending machines for quick snack breaks while you study! I am an introvert so I did not go to many events, but Christmas celebrations are huge on the campus – they even put various rides right in the middle!
Accommodation
Off Campus
10
- My accommodation was on the campus, university-issued. It was the closest to the university. My rent was attached to my fees, so everything was paid on a 3-month basis through the payment plan that you can find on the website and portals of the university. I found my accommodation on the university website itself. I did not find any particular challenges.
- I would recommend University issued accommodations, as when you are taken care of by the University, you don’t have to take care of fixing any water or electricity issues - everything is covered in the fees. The security is also better, I would say. But if you choose some other accommodation, the fees could be lower.












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Likes
- Well equipped Infrastructure with world class service
- Experienced Faculty all the teachers were knowledgeable
- Culture with in the university. Students from all over the world’
Dislikes
- Lack of sports activities. There was only one football ground which was full everytime
- No diversity in major courses. As my course had people from
- India and china no British stidents
Campus Life
10
- Every department had different buildings with well-equipped classrooms and labs. A separate 5-floor library on the university campus and indoor sports facilities and medical labs were also available. Music club, dance club , food court – everything is there on the university campus. Very well equipped.
Accommodation
Off Campus
10
I found my accommodation off campus there are many online platforms to book your accommodation. Moreover you can find brokers near the university who help you find good accommodation. The rent in Birmingham varies from 300 pounds to 600 pounds based on the location near to university. Great experience



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Likes
- The University was very welcoming. Made me and other students welcoming in a great accommodation.
- Great teachers/professors with good command on the subject made the entire journey in learning AI smooth and enjoyable experience
- Course structure - Structure of the course is designed to ensure you are industry ready and with constant theoretical and practical assessment its a seamless transition for a student to enter a corporate.
Dislikes
- Safety - This is one aspect that has to be careful of. Its gets little spooky after 9 PM. So one has to be slightly careful.
- Part time job - With so many students around, it can be slightly difficult to get an ideal part time job.
- Overall Cost - The cost can be slighly heavy on the pocket if one doesn't get scholarship and with extremely high cost of living , one has to be extremely careful on what he/she spends on.
Campus Life
10
- There is only one main campus located in Birmingham.
- Facilities –
- Library with WiFI
- Lecture Theatres & Study Areas
- Research Facilities & Labs
- Accommodation
- Sport & Fitness
- Cafes, Restaurants, and Bars
- The campus has a number of food and beverage outlets, including cafes, restaurants, and bars.
- Festivals and Events –
- I actively took part in one event – the Science & Tech event. Although campus organises many events on Music, Art, medicine. There are many clubs and societies that students are part of.
Accommodation
Off Campus
8
- I stayed in University accomodation(Jarrat Hall). And monthly rent was close to 550 GBP for 2022-2023.
- with facilities of a shared kitchen with basic utensils and cutlery. Wi-Fi, contents insurance, and utility bills were all included. One needed to pay separately for using the washing machine.
- NO major challenges while using university accommodation, which was around 500m away from University campus



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Likes
- Friendly campus and excellent career services
- Very supporting and approachable staffs and faculty
- Diverse and inclusive learning environment
Dislikes
- Limited hands on workshop for certain technical subjects
- High living expense
- Limited elective choices for specialised technical fields
Campus Life
10
- My college offers a variety of extracurricular activities like technical fests, sports, and cultural events. We have a single campus that provides facilities like a library, sports areas, and medical services.
- Major events include tech talks, hackathons, and sports competitions, alongside clubs for cybersecurity and other interests. I was head of my departments club, I had lot of fun organising board game nights.
Accommodation
Off Campus
8
- I opted for off-campus accommodation (calthrope court), which I found through the university's help (they mentioned off campus accommodation associated with university).
- The rent was £5304 (£99 per week) for the year, including utilities and internet. Finding accommodation was straightforward as I applied early.
- It's conveniently located near the campus, just a few minutes' walk. I recommend future students book early to secure a good spot.









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