China Russell Group events

What to expect

We will join 14 other Russell Group universities, a group of leading research-intensive UK universities, for two days built around three themes: AI, Digital and Green. You will have the chance to:

• Meet our academics - Speak directly with Birmingham colleagues and learn about their research. 
• Explore the themes - See how AI, Digital and Green connect to future study and careers.
• Hear from industry - Join panels with academics, sponsors and employers.
• Visit our booth - Meet the Birmingham team alongside other Russell Group universities.

This event is about discovering what it's like studying in the UK and find out what a Birmingham education can mean for your future career. Feel free to come along and ask questions freely!

Why study at Birmingham

Birmingham is a city and a University on the rise. We've risen through all recent major league tables and are the Daily Mail University of the Year 2027 as well as The Times & Sunday Times Sport University of the Year 2027.

• We are a Russell Group research university, ranked at 10 in the UK and 68 in the top 100 universities in the world (QS World University Rankings 2027)
• We are one of the leading university targeted by graduate employers in the UK (High Fliers Graduate Market in 2026)
• We were ranked first in the Russell Group and among the UK's top-performing universities in the 2026 National Student Survey

At Birmingham, we encourage bold, independent thinking and offer a high-quality academic experience to stretch and challenge you. By studying with us, you will be an active part of a diverse university community as you pursue your own interests and develop the career path that's right for you.

• Our local, national and international employer connections will help you develop your skills while studying
• Graduates from China now also have access to our partnership with JOBShaigui, a leading graduate support organisation in China

There has never been a more exciting time to join us.