Birmingham City University Open Days give prospective students the chance to explore the university, speak directly with lecturers and decide whether the campus and course feel right for them. In the university’s video, attending an Open Day is described as one of the most important first steps in making a university decision.

Before attending, students are encouraged to think about what they want to learn and which questions they need answered.

Open Day Dates

Birmingham City University will host several Open Days in 2026.

•⁠  ⁠Saturday, 26 September 2026 — 10:00 AM–2:00 PM

    Undergraduate Sport courses only

    Location: Alexander Stadium

•⁠  ⁠Saturday, 10 October 2026 — 9:00 AM–3:00 PM

    Undergraduate courses, excluding Sport

•⁠  ⁠Saturday, 21 November 2026

    Undergraduate and Postgraduate Open Day

Plan What You Want to Learn

Prospective students can get more from an Open Day by planning their priorities in advance.

Useful questions to consider include:

•⁠  ⁠Which courses do I want to learn more about?

•⁠  ⁠Which university facilities matter most to me?

•⁠  ⁠What do I need to know about accommodation?

•⁠  ⁠Which support services might be relevant?

This preparation can make the day more focused and useful.

Speak Directly With Lecturers

Open Days provide one-to-one opportunities to speak with lecturers about the courses you are considering. Students can ask about course structure, subjects and what studying the programme may actually involve.

These conversations can help applicants decide whether the course suits their interests and goals.

Explore Equipment and Facilities

Visitors can also see the facilities and equipment they may use during their studies. The video encourages students to attend demonstrations and look around teaching spaces.

Seeing these resources in person can give a clearer idea of the learning environment.

Talk to Student Ambassadors

Current students can provide valuable insight into what everyday university life is really like.

Student ambassadors can share their own experiences and answer questions about studying, campus life and the wider student community.

Explore Accommodation

An Open Day is also an opportunity to look at accommodation options. Prospective students can explore where they might live and imagine what everyday university life could feel like.

This can be especially useful for students moving from another city or country.

Explore Birmingham

Choosing a university also means choosing a city. The video recommends spending time exploring Birmingham during the visit.

Understanding the wider environment can help students decide whether they can see themselves living there.

Learn About Student Support

Prospective students can speak directly with university support services during the Open Day.

The video highlights areas including:

•⁠  ⁠Disability support

•⁠  ⁠Student finance

•⁠  ⁠Academic support

•⁠  ⁠Additional student guidance

•⁠  ⁠Childcare information

Learning about these services before applying can help students plan more confidently.

Experience the Student Community

Birmingham City University describes its student body as diverse, ambitious and driven. Attending in person allows prospective students to experience the atmosphere and decide whether they can imagine becoming part of the community.

Birmingham City University Open Days give prospective students a chance to explore courses, facilities, accommodation and student support before making a decision.

The 2026 events will take place on 26 September, 10 October and 21 November. Planning ahead and asking questions throughout the day can help students make the most of the visit.

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