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The Great Britain Guide

Natural landmarks · West Midlands

Birmingham City University

In or near Birmingham.

Free admission

Birmingham City University — a university in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.

A453 starts here - geograph.org.uk - 986671

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Plan your visit

Typical visit
1 h–2 h
Nearest railway station
Perry Barr · 0.3 km
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly

About

Birmingham City University is a university located in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom. Catalogued from Wikidata's UK heritage register; see the Wikipedia article for further historical and visitor details.

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Official information

Birmingham City University is a higher education institution offering a wide range of courses including undergraduate and postgraduate programs. The university is known for its industry-standard facilities and commitment to student experience and social mobility.

Place summary

Birmingham City University is an educational institution located in the West Midlands. It offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses across various disciplines. The university is known for its focus on employability and links with industry.

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Coordinates
52.5172, -1.8981
District
Birmingham
Parish
Birmingham, unparished area
Postcode
B42 2GU
Parliamentary constituency
Birmingham Perry Barr
Established
1992
Nearest railway station
Perry Barr0.3 km
Official site
bcu.ac.uk

Sources

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Nearby

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Memorials & monuments · West Midlands

PC Malcolm Walker

PC Malcolm Walker — a memorial in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.

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Telephone box at Perry Barr - geograph.org.uk - 7556453📷 5

Villages · West Midlands

Perry Barr

Perry Barr — a village in england west midlands.

Birchfield Ladbroke Stadium📷 3

Stadiums · West Midlands

Birchfield Ladbroke Stadium

Birchfield Ladbroke Stadium — greyhound racing track in Perry Barr, Birmingham, England.

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Theatres · West Midlands

Odeon Perry Barr

Odeon Perry Barr — a cinema heritage in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.

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Theatres · West Midlands

Birchfield Picture House

Birchfield Picture House in England West Midlands, United Kingdom.

Perry Barr Station - geograph.org.uk - 1645494📷 3

Archaeological sites · West Midlands

Site of Roman Kiln

Site of Roman Kiln — a archaeological in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.

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Where to eat & stay near Birmingham City University

Places to stay

The Heights, Staniforth Street, Birmingham - geograph.org.uk - 6739799📷 5

Hostels · West Midlands

iQ Studios 51

iQ Studios 51 — a hostel in england west midlands.

Summer Lane Generating Station, Birmingham - geograph.org.uk - 7122222📷 5

Hostels · West Midlands

YMCA

YMCA — a hostel in england west midlands.

Constitution Hill in Birmingham - geograph.org.uk - 5625155📷 7

Hotels · West Midlands

Hampton by Hilton Birmingham Jewellery Quarter

Hampton by Hilton Birmingham Jewellery Quarter — a hotel in england west midlands. 3-star. Brand: Hampton.

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Swirly Whirly Birmingham Owl-land (36) - geograph.org.uk - 4597260📷 5

Hotels · West Midlands

The Burlington Hotel

The Burlington Hotel — a hotel in england west midlands.

'The Golden Boys' - geograph.org.uk - 8119339📷 5

Hotels · West Midlands

Hyatt Regency Birmingham

Hyatt Regency Birmingham — a hotel in england west midlands. 4-star. Brand: Hyatt Regency.

birmingham.gov.uk
Blue Plaque, Barry Jackson - geograph.org.uk - 5464795📷 5

Hotels · West Midlands

Comfort Inn

Comfort Inn — a hotel in england west midlands.

Places to eat & drink

Tame Valley Canal at Perry Barr Lock ^10 - geograph.org.uk - 6925919📷 7

Restaurants · West Midlands

The Boar's Head

The Boar's Head — a restaurant in england west midlands.

boarsheadworldbuffet.co.uk
The Holte📷 3

Historic pubs · West Midlands

The Holte

The Holte — Historic pub — listed building or notable heritage status.

Free🐕birmingham.gov.uk
The Snooks Grave - Handsworth St Mary's graveyard - geograph.org.uk - 4211277📷 5

Historic pubs · West Midlands

The Endwood

The Endwood in England West Midlands, United Kingdom.

Benchmark on ^197 Frederick Road - geograph.org.uk - 4284959Flagship📷 3

Historic pubs · West Midlands

The Bartons Arms

Birmingham's elaborate 1901 Edwardian Minton-tile pub, surviving against the odds.

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The Gunmakers Arms📷 3

Historic pubs · West Midlands

The Gunmakers Arms

The Gunmakers Arms — Historic pub — listed building or notable heritage status.

Free🐕
The Bartons Arms📷 6

Historic pubs · West Midlands

The Bartons Arms

The Bartons Arms — Historic pub — listed building or notable heritage status.

Free🐕oakhamales.com

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Natural landmarks · West Midlands

Fair Oak Academy

Fair Oak Academy — a school heritage in england-east-midlands, United Kingdom.

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Natural landmarks · West Midlands

The Hart School

The Hart School — a school heritage in england-east-midlands, United Kingdom.

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Aqualate Mere📷 3

Natural landmarks · West Midlands

Aqualate Mere

Aqualate Mere is a natural landmark in the United Kingdom.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Birmingham City University?
Birmingham City University is in the West Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode B42 2GU), in the parish of Birmingham, unparished area.
What is Birmingham City University?
Birmingham City University — a university in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.
How do I get to Birmingham City University?
The nearest railway station is Perry Barr, about 0.3 km away. Drivers can use postcode B42 2GU.
When was Birmingham City University built?
Built or established in 1992.
Is Birmingham City University free to visit?
Yes, Birmingham City University is free to enter.
How do I get to Birmingham City University?
The nearest railway station is Perry Barr, about 0.3 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode B42 2GU.