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Postgraduate applicant hub

Welcome to the Birkbeck Postgraduate Applicant Hub, containing the key information postgraduate applicants and offer holders need for studying at Birkbeck.

Our hub lets you explore everything Birkbeck has to offer and immerse yourself in our vibrant student community. Discover helpful resources, learn about career leadership guidance, be inspired by our current students and get excited about studying in the greatest city in the world for students in 2025.

Applicant days

We will be hosting two applicant events, one in-person and one online, to ensure you can all attend. The events are designed to give you the opportunity to experience a day in the life of a Birkbeck student. We look forward to seeing you then.

Wednesday 11 June 

In-person applicant event, on campus. Book your place for 11 June event

Wednesday 18 June

Online applicant event for international students. Book your place for 18 June event

Next steps

Accept your offer

Find out how to accept and meet the conditions of your offer.

Study that fits around you

Find out more about our different study options to find a way that works for you.

Apply for funding

Birkbeck is committed to doing everything we can to help you finance your studies. Find out what is available for postgraduate study.

Apply for accommodation

We have a small number of rooms in partner halls of residence close to campus.

Study designed to fit around your schedule

Birkbeck graduate discuss how they managed their studies alongside busy work lives. Whether you choose to study in the evening or during the day, online or in person, Birkbeck helps make studying for a postgraduate degree possible.

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Your career journey

Work placements

We connect students with a range of employers, allowing you to gain valuable workplace experience while you study.

Career coaching

Together with a professional coach, you will explore your career development path, identify goals and work constructively towards achieving them.

Develop your skills

We run a range of events and workshops throughout the year from skills sessions and panel events to employer insights and bootcamps.

Meet our students

"Studying a master's helped me secure a job as an economist"

Ellie Henderson, MSc Economics.

"Living and studying in London is amazing"

Yi Chen Huang, MA Museum Cultures with Curating.

"I overcame disability, achieved a master's, and accelerated my career"

Simon Bell, MSc Marketing.

International students

Visa advice

Find out whether you need a Student visa to study at Birkbeck and how to apply.

Fees and scholarships

We have a number of scholarships available for international students. Take a look and see if you're eligible.

CAS application guidance

A CAS is an essential part of the Student visa application process. We'll guide you through the steps needed to receive one.

World's best city for students

London has been ranked the world's number one city to be a student in 2025.

Explore our campus