International students

Find out more about some of the great reasons to come and study as an international student at Birkbeck.

Find details of entry requirements and equivalencies for over 120 countries worldwide.

As our teaching mainly takes place in the evening, many Birkbeck students work during the day. Find out about undertaking paid part-time work while studying in the UK.

We welcome applicants from all educational backgrounds and we encourage those without traditional qualifications to apply. We will consider your knowledge and work experience alongside your qualifications.

Birkbeck is committed to doing everything we can to help you finance your studies. Find out about what is available, how to apply and the advice and support we provide.

Birkbeck is a world-leading research university, with a vibrant community of researchers working at the cutting edge to advance knowledge.

Birkbeck is London’s only specialist provider of evening higher education. With classes held 6pm-9pm, your days are free to study, work, volunteer, or just do your own thing.

Find out about the help we offer to boost your study skills or improve your English before you start your course.

We provide comprehensive advice and support to all international students applying to Birkbeck. Contact us with all of your queries.

Find out everything you need to know about the type of visa you need to come and study at Birkbeck, how to apply, and our free advice and support services.

Most of our students live in private accommodation, but we also offer student accommodation and access to the professional services of the University of London Housing Services.

If you have a question you might find the answer here, among the questions we are most frequently asked.

Birkbeck welcomes students, staff and visitors from across the European Union and further afield. Find out everything you need to know about Brexit and making an application to Birkbeck.

Birkbeck offers a unique combination of evening study and two fantastic London campuses, in central and east London, giving you exceptional opportunities.

Birkbeck is proud to work in partnership with some of the world’s leading universities. Discover more about the institutions we are working with and how you could benefit.