Safety and Security
A safe place to live and study
It’s natural to feel a bit worried when you’re moving to a new country. You might be wondering how safe life is here in the UK and how you’re going to keep your things secure, on campus or while out in the city.
The good news is you needn’t worry. The UK and Birmingham are safe places to live and study, while all our campus locations are very secure. Here we go into more detail, so you can relax and enjoy life at university.
How safe is Birmingham?
The UK is one of the top tourist destinations in the world. One reason for that is its safety and security. Like many other countries in Europe, Britain is considered very safe for both travellers and students alike. The people of Birmingham are known for being friendly and welcoming. With so many cultures calling the city home, diversity is a normal way of life here. So long as you take the usual precautions while you’re out exploring the city, you should be fine. And in the city centre, you’re likely to feel very safe and comfortable. With close to 9,000 international students already studying with us, you’ll also be part of a global community where we look after each other.
Security on campus
University campuses are generally very safe. Ours is no different, with our own dedicated security team working 24/7, 365 days a year. They’re here to make us feel safe while we work and study. That means responding to any situations, patrolling the campus, managing barriers and planning ahead for emergencies. From securing your bike, to keeping safe at home and when you’re out, help and advice is always at hand. All of our Security Officers are licenced, highly trained and easy to spot in their University of Birmingham jackets. Working closely with the emergency services, we even have our own Police and Community Support Officers looking after us while we’re on campus.