8th
in the world
QS World University Subject Rankings 2025
Sport at Birmingham
Our cutting-edge research and outstanding facilities make University of Birmingham a champion for sports-related courses and recreation – empowering students, athletes, and our community to redefine sporting excellence.
Study Sport
Discover our sports-related courses that are shaping the future of sports and exercise.
Performance Sport
Unlock your potential. Learn about our Sports Scholarships for talented student-athletes.
Sport Life
Discover our Facilities. Our gyms, clubs and campus-wide activities make sport accessible to all.
Sport, Exercise and Rehabilitation Research
Sport research spans increasing participation and enhancing performance, to improving health through exercise, and advancing rehabilitation - delivering real-world impact across all stages of life.
Explore our sport research
- Top 5
in the UK
REF 2021 UK Top 5 for 4* research
Meet Olympian Ollie | Built in Birmingham
Ollie studies BSc Sport, PE and Coaching Science at Birmingham. He competed during the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, highlighting his status as one of Britain's leading swimmers. Ollie credits the university's emotional and financial support for helping him achieve his dream of becoming an Olympic swimmer.
