Explore Life and Health Sciences at Birmingham

Life and Health Science programmes at Birmingham equip students like you with the knowledge, skills, and practical experience needed to succeed both now and in future healthcare and life sciences.

Located in the heart of the United Kingdom, join a world top 100 Russell Group university

Aston Webb building at the University of Birmingham

Aston Webb's grand semi-circle of buildings conceived for Birmingham university in 1900 was the original redbrick campus.

 

Studying in Life and Health Sciences

Our commitment to bring together education and research is clear through our ranking in the top 100 globally. Whether you are tackling Global Health challenges with lab-based science or delivering our innovative biomaterial devices in clinical settings, you will join a community that is committed to combating modern global challenges. Whatever career you’re thinking of, in your home country or beyond, you can be confident that studying at the University of Birmingham will build on your existing skills and equip you for the future. 

This is your time. The future is happening in Birmingham

We are addressing the most significant human and environmental questions of the present, past and future.

Join a thriving community with first class teaching, learning and research support. You will be taught by internationally-renowned academics at the cutting edge of their disciplines. With taught and combined taught/research degree options on offer on a full-time or part-time basis, there is a programme right for you to take the next step on your career path. You will join a diverse international community of staff and students with access to extensive high-technology facilities and laboratories.

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     Start your journey to Dubai

    Whether you're already employed, changing careers, or are yet to enter the job market, prepare to go further with our wide range of degree programmes. Study at a global top 100 British university at our state-of-the-art campus in Dubai. Benefit from learning at our award winning smart campus with access to dedicated facilities and expert teaching. 

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Our diverse community

Together, we can develop solutions to ensure a healthier and a more sustainable future. Join our diverse community of changemakers, with over 8,700 international students from approximately 150 countries, and 31% of our academic staff from overseas, our university is truly diverse and global producing world-leading research.

  • University of Birmingham student, Shalini

    Meet Shalini

    Hailing from a small town in India, the opportunity to pursue Microbiology and Infection amidst the diverse academic community of Birmingham was a dream come true. Find out why Shalini choose Birmingham and her journey so far by reading her blog, Changing How the World Works - Redefining Global Impact.

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    Meet Bianca

    Medicine and Surgery student Bianca moved from Romania to the UK 5 years ago. During her time at Birmingham, she has loved taking advantage of all the opportunities for paid employment and internships that the University offers.