Birmingham City University
West Midlands, England
How much do Birmingham City University graduates earn by subject?
Birmingham City University graduates earn a median salary of £27,500 five years after graduation. The highest-paying subject is Medical sciences at £38,900, while Materials and technology graduates earn £22,600.
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Salary growth: how do earnings change over time?
Graduate salaries typically grow significantly in the first five years. Subjects like medicine and engineering tend to see steeper growth, while creative fields may start lower but offer non-linear career paths.
| Subject | 15 months | 3 years | 5 years |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical sciences | £28,000 | £29,000 | £32,000 |
| Architecture, building and planning | £28,500 | £29,500 | £36,500 |
| Engineering | £28,000 | £23,500 | £30,500 |
| Computing | £27,500 | £23,000 | £28,000 |
| Allied health | £28,000 | £31,500 | £36,500 |
| Economics | £32,000 | £22,000 | £26,000 |
| Business and management | £25,000 | £23,000 | £27,500 |
| Health and social care | £28,500 | £25,000 | £30,000 |
| Psychology | £24,000 | £21,000 | £25,000 |
| Creative arts and design | £24,000 | £19,500 | £25,000 |
15-month data from Graduate Outcomes survey. 3-year and 5-year data from LEO (Longitudinal Education Outcomes). Growth is calculated from 15 months to 5 years after graduation.
How competitive is Birmingham City University?
In 2024, Birmingham City University received 66,325 applications and accepted 15,920 students, giving an acceptance rate of 24.0%.
Source: UCAS End of Cycle Data
What are the employment outcomes at Birmingham City University?
88% of Birmingham City University graduates are in sustained employment or further study 5 years after graduation. The university offers 19 subjects with median salaries ranging from £22,600 to £38,900. (Satisfaction = NSS teaching score)
| Subject | Employment | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Medical sciences | 93.9% | £38,900 |
| General, applied and forensic sciences | 89.3% | £34,700 |
| Nursing and midwifery | 92.9% | £34,100 |
| Architecture, building and planning | 85.2% | £33,900 |
| Engineering | 85% | £31,900 |
| Computing | 87.6% | £31,400 |
| Allied health | 91.2% | £30,300 |
| Economics | 83.3% | £30,300 |
| Business and management | 84.7% | £29,600 |
| Sociology, social policy and anthropology | 81.5% | £28,800 |
| Education and teaching | 85.7% | £28,800 |
| Media, journalism and communications | 83.5% | £28,500 |
| Health and social care | 92.7% | £27,400 |
| Law | 81.9% | £27,000 |
| Psychology | 84.4% | £25,200 |
| English studies | 90.4% | £24,800 |
| Performing arts | 87.7% | £24,700 |
| Creative arts and design | 87.5% | £24,500 |
| Materials and technology | 78.8% | £22,600 |
* Avg. Tariff: Average UCAS tariff points of students who enrolled on this course. This is not the entry requirement — enrolled students often exceed requirements. Always check the official university website for actual entry requirements.
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Highest Earning Subjects
- 1 Medical sciences £38,900
- 2 General, applied and forensic sciences £34,700
- 3 Nursing and midwifery £34,100
- 4 Architecture, building and planning £33,900
- 5 Engineering £31,900
Quick Facts
Tuition Fees
UK students: £9,250/year (government-capped)
International students: £15,000–£40,000+/year (varies by course)
Check the university website for exact international fees.
Data Source
Graduate earnings from the Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) dataset and Graduate Outcomes survey via Discover Uni 2024/25. Figures show median earnings at 15 months, 3 years, and 5 years after graduation. Continuation rates show the percentage of students who progress in their studies.
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