Train on the bund: Next stop UK

All aboard to find out more about your UK university journey

On 31 October, a little piece of the UK is arriving on the Bund. Step aboard a hand-painted wooden train, styled on a classic UK intercity train, and meet the University of Birmingham alongside other UK universities.

This is a free, open event for everyone. Whether you are a student thinking about your options, a parent who wants to know more about studying in the UK, or simply curious, you are welcome to drop in, look around and ask us anything.

What to expect

Come visit our Birmingham booth where you'll be able to:

• Find out about Birmingham - Learn what it is like to study at a leading research-intensive UK university, and what life in Birmingham, the UK’s second city, is like.
• Speak with our team - Ask about our subjects, student experience and how studying in the UK works.
• Explore UK higher education - Visit the other universities on the train and see the range of options on offer, all in one place.
• Start your journey here - Pick up ideas and answers on the painted wooden train setting, ready for your next step towards studying in the UK.

How to book your place

Speak to your agent for registration details.

You can find the list of our agents in the FAQ section of this page.

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.