Welcome Week: 18th - 22nd September 2023

New Home

get to know your new home and
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Our campus at the University of Birmingham is a beautiful place filled with history and fantastic attractions, much like Birmingham itself!

We’re sure you can’t wait to get here and explore all that campus and the city has to offer, but until then, have a browse through this page, get to know your new home and prepare for the year ahead.

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There is no shortage of fantastic things to do and see on campus, here are a few essential things to check off your list during your time here:

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The Guild

Known for our beautiful building and iconic Mermaid Fountain, the Guild is a fantastic space for all students to study, hang out and have fun! Explore our performance venues, a student bar, eateries, study spaces and much more.

Learn more about the Guild

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Old Joe

Our campus clock tower is a famed favourite for anyone looking to take a fabulous campus selfie. As the tallest free standing clock tower in the world (you’ll hear this a lot during your time here) Joe really is a campus legend!

Learn more about Old Joe.

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Go Shopping

We’ve all forgotten our lunch from time to time or needed to get a few groceries. When this happens why not stop by one of the convenience stores located around campus.

From food to cleaning supplies, they have it all! Check out all the Shops and services at University of Birmingham.

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Time Travel

You’re never far away from a beautiful piece of art or a mesmerizing piece of history.

Just over the road from your Guild you’ll find the Barber Institute of Fine Arts. But it doesn’t end there, you can also visit the Lapworth Museum of Geology, featuring fantastic exhibits and a massive Dinosaur!

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Food & Drink

From a coffee with friends, to an evening meal, there are so many places to get food on campus. Our very own Joe’s Bar boasts a full menu of pizzas, burgers, salads and more! So if you and your new friends are taking a study break – why not explore all the eateries campus has to offer.

View Joe’s Bar’s food, as well as their latest offers and events on our Facebook and Instagram.

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Explore More

Based in Edgbaston, our campus is just a 20 minute bus or train ride from the City Centre. Campus also has lots of convenient travel links, meaning you can explore other local hot spots including Solihull, Bournville, Selly Oak and more!

Birmingham is a bustling city, so you’re never far away from a place to shop, eat, explore history or try out a new hobby.

These are just a few examples. You can explore more attractions by visiting the University’s website.

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Next Steps

Now you’ve gotten to know your new home, explore our next section to find out just how you can make friends and settle in while you’re here.

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