Living and working at Birmingham offers you the best of both worlds – a peaceful yet thriving campus community on the doorstep of one of Europe’s most dynamic cities.
A relaxing atmosphere
Our beautiful campus is one of our greatest assets, being a campus university, where all our buildings and amenities are on a single site, we are like a city within a city.
Our campus' striking architecture and 250-acres of parkland will inspire you to make the most of your time here. The campus is not only a pleasant working environment but also a wonderful spot for picnics and walking.
The campus has all the amenities of a small town, with the added benefit of a full-time security team. You will find bars, shops, a hair salon, opticians, travel agents, a concert hall, our fine art gallery, geology museum and major banks on campus. You will also be able to take advantage of the regular Farmer’s Markets that take place here.
Dave Ash, Deputy Director of Legal Services "The best thing about working for the University is the friendly atmosphere and collective identity; knowing that the University’s purpose is so worthwhile."
Investing in our campus
The University currently spends around £1-million each week on developing its campus. We have an ongoing commitment to invest in projects that enhance the experiences and quality of life for our students and staff.
Our next major investment will be the completion of the redbrick semi-circle of buildings that have been at the heart of the University since 1909. Our multi-million pound music auditorium project Department of Music which is currently ranked 2nd in the UK for its research output. The 450-seat concert hall will provide the most flexible performance space at a UK university, ideal for staging everything from community concerts to international artists.
Alison Jinks, Head of Shared Services, Human Resources "Until you visit the campus and see it for yourself it’s difficult to convey a sense of the atmosphere that exists here. There can be around 20,000 people passing through the campus every day which provides a tremendous sense of energy."