Birkbeck, University of London

Birkbeck was established over 200 years ago to offer education to anyone with the ability and drive to succeed, regardless of their background. Today, we have one of the most diverse student bodies in the country, adding great value to our learning community.

We specialize in flexible learning, both on campus and online, allowing you to pursue your ambitions without putting your life on hold.

As part of the University of London, one of the world’s largest and most esteemed universities, you will earn a prestigious University of London qualification upon graduation.

Our institution is renowned for world-class research and teaching, with our research being recognized for its cross-disciplinary, innovative, and socially and politically engaged nature.

Birkbeck’s principal aims are to:

• Provide flexible and part-time higher education courses that cater to the evolving educational, cultural, personal, and career needs of students of all ages, particularly those in the London area.
• Enable adult students from diverse social and educational backgrounds to enroll in our courses.
• Disseminate research findings and expertise through teaching, publications, partnerships, and public debates.
• Maintain and enhance excellence in research, offering top-quality research training across all subjects.

Our key supporting objectives are to:

• Offer a comprehensive range of flexible, research-led courses at all levels.
• Foster strong research cultures that support interdisciplinary work within each school and faculty.
• Ensure an inclusive working and learning environment for students and staff to realize their full potential.
• Enhance the College’s ability to quickly adapt to new opportunities in higher and further education.
• Build sustainable partnerships within and beyond the London region.

As a Birkbeck student, you have the freedom to choose the university experience that suits you best. Most of our courses are offered in the evening, allowing you to work during the day and study in the evening.

Additionally, we offer select courses with daytime or online sessions, providing even more flexibility to fit your studies around other commitments.

Our central London campus, located in Bloomsbury, is a vibrant, student-centric area that hosts several other University of London colleges, including UCL and SOAS. The campus is well-equipped and easily accessible by public transport, surrounded by world-renowned museums and galleries that can enrich your studies.

Socially, Birkbeck offers a variety of cafes, coffee shops, and a bar, with additional options available at nearby University of London Colleges. Torrington Square hosts the popular weekly Bloomsbury Farmers’ Market, featuring a diverse range of cuisines. With the West End, Soho, Covent Garden, and King’s Cross nearby, you can fully enjoy London’s shops, restaurants, bars, theatres, and clubs.

Our learning support includes Moodle, our online learning environment, where you can interact with lecturers and classmates, access class materials, and watch lecture videos. Our Learning Development Service supports students with workshops, accessible materials, and one-on-one meetings, alongside English language and academic writing courses for undergraduates.

While most students live in private accommodations, we offer student housing options in University of London intercollegiate halls and through private providers, with free professional advice available from the University of London Housing Services. Homestays with host families are also available for a unique cultural and language experience.

Join Birkbeck, where we support you every step of the way with academic and pastoral guidance, and become part of our famously friendly, welcoming, and diverse community. Embrace the opportunity to fulfill your educational goals and advance your career without putting your life on hold. Your journey to success starts here!