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Apply now to study in October 2025

Birkbeck offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses available during the daytime and evening. Applications are open, so apply now to join our vibrant student community in October 2025. 

Key Deadlines for international students

  • For applicants not required to submit financial documents under the differential evidence requirement, the deadline is 14 July 2025.
  • If you require a Student visa and must submit financial documents, the application deadline is 7 July 2025.
  • If you are required to enrol on the eight-week Pre-Sessional English Programme, the deadline is 30 June 2025.

Find out more about deadlines and how to apply. 


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Entry requirements, how to apply and deadlines

We welcome applicants from all educational backgrounds. Read more about our entry requirements, how to apply and deadlines, whether you are an international student or an agent.

Find your country

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

Foundation and Pre-Sessional English

Birkbeck now offers an eight-week Pre-Sessional English Programme, designed to provide international students with a solid foundation for their university studies.

Visa information

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.

What it's like to be an international student at Birkbeck

Some of our international students, including Max from Ukraine and Khatuna from Georgia, share their experiences of what it’s like to study in a diverse and stimulating student community based in the heart of London.

Find out more about life as an international student at Birkbeck

Funding and Scholarships

Scholarships

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.

Fees and financial advice

Find help with fees, payments, loans and bank accounts.

Help for people seeking asylum

The Compass Project by Birkbeck helps people from forced migrant backgrounds seeking asylum in the UK who would like to continue their education at university. Find out more.

Hardship fund for current students

If you are a current student experiencing an unforeseen change of circumstance in your personal situation while studying, the Birkbeck Hardship Fund may be able to help you.

Accommodation

Read about student halls of residence, apartments and other options available to help you find your new home in London

Studying at Birkbeck

Why study at Birkbeck?

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

Study that fits around you

While the majority of our courses take place in the evening, we now have a select number of courses offered in the daytime. Find out more about daytime courses at Birkbeck.

Boost your career

Birkbeck's career service helps you boost your career with skills workshops, placements, business support and job opportunities.

International partners

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.

How to enrol

Before you start your course each year, you need to enrol. Find out how to enrol online or get help.

Research at Birkbeck

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

Contact us

Our international team offer advice and support to applicants from all countries

Contact us with all of your queries

Life at Birkbeck

Life as an international student

Find out what's on offer outside the classroom for international students at Birkbeck.

How your Student Union can support you

The Student Union can help you with both any academic-related issues you may have and also offers guidance and support during your time at Birkbeck.

Global Buddies

Global Buddies is a scheme that connects you with former Birkbeck students. Alumni can help you settle into London life, improve your English and give you tips about opportunities at Birkbeck.

Chat to students on Unibuddy

Chat with our student ambassadors via Unibuddy, which is a third-party provider - by signing up, you share your data directly with them on their terms.
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