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University of Birmingham

Birmingham

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The University of Birmingham was established in the year 1900 as the first ‘red brick’ university in England. It has since established a reputation as a world-class institution, renowned for its innovative research, international outlook, and research-led teaching. It stands apart from other regional universities by offering students the opportunity to explore their academic interests while engaging with leading academics from across the globe.

Overall Score: 

52.26

We grade on a curve: 

60% and up = A
50 to 60% = B
40-50% = C

University of Birmingham for international students

Example Tuition for 1 Year ($)

28510

Total Years to Degree

4

Total Tuition Cost ($)

114040

Location

Birmingham, Alabama is situated in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains in the North Central region of the state. Birmingham is the most populous city in the state, with an estimated population of 212,047. It is served by the Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport and the Amtrak stations in downtown and Irondale. The city is also a hub of cultural activity and history offering visitors the opportunity to explore the Henry VIII Relic Museum and Sloss Fright Furnace National Historic Landmark.

Overall Scores

Academics

64.37

Happiness

79.1

Costs

13.3

Overall Grade

52.26

1. Academics

Rank:

108

This is the university’s academic ranking among the world’s universities with at least one English-taught program and a student body with 6% or more international students.

Teacher/Student Ratio:

15

This is how many faculty you’ll find for every student (less is better). 

Number of English Taught Programs:

4

This is the number of English-taught undergraduate degree programs you can take. 

Total Academic Score:

64.37

If academics was an exam, how would this university do? Here’s their score, on a percentile scale from 0 to 100.

2. Happiness

National Happiness Score:

82.8

This is the university’s home country’s happiness scale, from 1 to 100. You’ll enjoy high freedom and healthy, generous neighbors with high trust in their government.

Percent International:

34

How many students come from abroad? This number might mean robust student support for international students.

National English Proficiency:

100

From 1 to 100, how many of your neighbors speak English? How easy will it be to find services in English, like banking or medical care, while you’re abroad? 

Total Happiness Score:

79.1

If happiness was an exam, how would the university do? Here’s their score, on a percentile scale from 0 to 100.

3. Costs

Cost of Living Percentile:

18.8

How much does it cost to live in this country? On a scale of 0 to 100, countries that score highest have the lowest cost of living. 

Rent Index Percentile:

16.7

Rent is one of the biggest expenses for students in university abroad. How does this country stack up? Higher scores indicate a happier wallet.

Total Tuition: $

114040

We converted the local currency for the international tuition fees into US dollars (USD). We used the lowest-cost degree.

Total Cost Score:

13.3

If costs were a grade on a test, how would this university do? Here’s their score, on a percentile scale from 0 to 100.

4. Overall Score:

52.26

We grade on a curve: 60% and up = A
50 to 60% = B
40-50% = C

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