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Undergraduate study

Why Birkbeck?

At Birkbeck we’re proud to be different: we provide life-changing learning that fits around you. Most of our undergraduate courses are available to study in the evening, with some also offered in the day or online. Fit your studies around your work or other commitments, achieve your goals and get ahead in a competitive job market.

Whether you study at our campus-based university in the heart of London or online, you'll gain a prestigious University of London degree.

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Central London location

Home to a friendly and welcoming community, Birkbeck's campus is located in the middle of London's thriving university district. See the places and spaces that will be your new academic home.

Study that fits around you

Take a look at our study options and find out how you can study the course you want in a way that fits around your life.

University of London qualification

Birkbeck’s degrees are awarded by the prestigious University of London, and you'll have access to UoL facilities, too.

Degrees with foundation year

We offer a range of degrees with foundations years, which will help build your confidence and develop core study skills.

Undergraduate study at Birkbeck

Students from a wide range of backgrounds share why they chose Birkbeck, what the social life is like and what they love about studying in the heart of London.

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International students

Find scholarships, entry requirements and hear from students from your region.

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Applying to Birkbeck

Entry requirements

Find out what qualifications you need to study an undergraduate course at Birkbeck.

How to apply

Find out everything you need to know about applying for an undergraduate course at Birkbeck, whether you decide to study full time or part time.

Personal Statement Tool

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Undergraduate applicant hub

Our applicant hub is the ultimate resource for undergraduate applicants and offer holders.

New course spotlight

We've launched a brand new BSc Environmental Science.

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News

Birkbeck academic pioneers open access with launch of Open Journals Collective

Built on years of research by Birkbeck scholars, the new initiative aims to reshape academic publishing by offering a more sustainable and equitable open-access model for journals around the world.

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Top reasons students choose Birkbeck

Outstanding career development opportunities, prestigious qualifications and the freedom to use your daytime to pursue your career goals are just a few of our students' top reasons for choosing Birkbeck.