Top Things to Do in Birmingham
Find Your Fit in Birmingham, a City Famous for Its People, Food and Cultural Festivals
Explore the City
Visit Birmingham’s award-winning science museum Thinktank, feast on chocolate at the famous Cadbury World, or explore the underworld at the National Sea Life Centre.
Walking tours of the city’s attractions and famous landmarks are also a great way to learn about the history and architecture of Birmingham.
Treat Yourself
Treat Yourself
We have The Bullring, Grand Central, and House of Fraser are iconic shopping centres in Birmingham, you can also find hidden gems and great bargains in the Bullring markets and high streets across the city.
Whether you love shopping or the dancefloor - we have a great nightlife with plenty of bars and clubs playing all kinds of music. Broad Street is a popular choice for students and is located right in the city centre.
Be Entertained
Be Entertained
In Birmingham, you’ve got plenty of options whether a comedy show at the Glee Club, a show at the Hippodrome Theatre, or a rare film at the Electric Cinema. For something more futuristic, try a few rounds of virtual reality games or immersion pods at Otherworld VR Birmingham.
There are lots of live music and concert venues such as the 02 Academy, Symphony Hall, and Hockley Social Club as well as various open mic nights. The Custard Factory is also home to much creative talent, hosting festivals, gigs and poetry nights.
Library of Birmingham
The Library of Birmingham is the second-largest Library in Europe and the largest in the UK. It opened in 2013 and cost over £180 million to build.
The library contains a Shakespeare Memorial room and is a popular stop on Birmingham City walking tours. A 10-minute walk from Quay Place, students can also benefit from using its facilities.
Get Active
Get Active
As host of the 2022 Commonwealth Games, Athletics World Championships, and the Ryder Cup. In Birmingham, you can find a range of sporting events to watch and play including cricket, football, basketball, and tennis.
Relax and unwind in one of the many local parks including the Botanical Gardens, Licky Hills Edgbaston reservoir.
Life On Campus
Life on Campus
Birmingham campuses have a lively and supportive atmosphere where students can flourish. Our Quay Place campus is a short walk away from the city centre and bursting with cafes, and restaurants, and is located alongside the beautiful canal.
You can enjoy the rich culture and diversity at our Sparkhill campus which overlooks a green parkland; a refreshing place to relax and reenergise.
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