International fees

As an international student, studying at the university will require you to pay for your tuition fees and cover your living expenses.

We charge an annual tuition fee, covering the cost of your tuition, examinations, access to IT facilities and the library. It also includes your membership with the Guild of Students.

The cost of your tuition fee depends on the programme you choose to study, and the level at which you study. If you are made an offer to study by the University, the yearly tuition fee will be quoted on your offer letter.

You’ll pay your fees at the start of your programme.

Do I pay home or international tuition fees?

UKCISA provides information on tuition fees to help you assess your fee status. This guide should give you a clear idea of whether you have a home or international student status.

The decision whether you will receive home fee status will be made by the University Admissions department. You need to meet all the requirements to be given home fee status.

Tuition fee deposits

International students undertaking a postgraduate taught degree are required to pay a tuition fee deposit before an electronic Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) can be issued. 

  • Paying your fees

    At Birmingham we recognise that students need flexibility when paying fees. We provide a range of payment options to suit everyone. The fee can either be paid in full or spread over manageable instalments by Direct Debit.

    Find out how to pay
  • International scholarships

    More than £7.5 million in scholarships is available for international students coming to study at Birmingham.

    At Birmingham, we are dedicated to supporting international students to join our university and recognise those who excel in their subject through our competitive scholarships offer.

    There may also be funding available from other sponsors, governmental or funding bodies to help you fund your studies.

    Explore international scholarships

Loans

For some countries, the university has the ability to provide you with the funds necessary to complete your studies through loans.

American loans

The University is approved by the US Department of Education to offer the William D Ford Federal Direct Loan (Direct Loan) Program, enabling eligible American students to access financial support.

Loans for American students

Canadian loans

The Government of Canada offers Canada Student Loans to full- and part-time post-secondary students who demonstrate financial need in most provinces and territories across Canada.

Loans for Canadian students

Explore our funding and fees section