Tuition Fees for International Undergraduate Students

1. International (non‑UK/Home) fee‑status students at University of Birmingham must pay higher tuition than home students. According to the university’s international fees page: “As an international student … you will need to pay for your tuition … and cover your living expenses.”
2. While the exact fee depends on the specific programme (subject, faculty) you choose, a secondary source estimates that for international students at Birmingham the tuition fee is around £21,000 to £46,000 per year (for some courses) depending on subject area.
3. It is very important to check the “international fees” section on the specific course page of the university to get the correct figure for your subject.
4. In addition to tuition you must plan for living costs. For example, the university estimates for miscellaneous personal expenses (not including tuition/accommodation) for undergraduates at about £3,042 (if living in halls for 39 weeks) or £4,329 (if renting privately).

Funding Opportunities & Scholarships for International Students

1. The University of Birmingham offers a range of scholarships and awards targeted at international applicants. For example:
2. The “125th Anniversary Scholarships for International Students” offer about £5,000 to eligible international students.
3. There is an undergraduate “International Scholarships Database” where you may find awards of varying values for international undergraduate students.
4. Specific subject/faculty scholarships: for example the College of Arts & Law, University of Birmingham has “Undergraduate International Scholarships” for international undergraduate law programmes, with application deadlines and criteria (you must be self‑funded, hold offer etc)
5. While many scholarships are partly tuition fee‑waivers (or discounts) rather than full funding, they still serve to reduce cost burden significantly.

Planning Considerations for Bangladeshi (and Other Overseas) Students

1. Budget realistically: When planning to study at Birmingham as an international student (e.g., from Bangladesh), incorporate: tuition fee for your subject + UK living costs (accommodation, food, travel, books) + visa costs + health surcharge (if applicable) + travel expenses.
2. Check your qualification equivalency: Ensure your local qualification system (for example in Bangladesh) meets the entry requirements for your chosen course (see separate Entry Requirements post).
3. Scholarship deadlines and eligibility: Many international scholarships require you to have applied for your programme and hold an offer before applying for the scholarship. For example, some require you to have an offer from Birmingham and be classified as “overseas fee‐payer”.
4. Self‑funding requirement: Some awards require you to demonstrate you are self‑funded or can cover remaining costs after scholarship. For example, the College of Arts & Law Scholarship requires you to “be self‑funded and have sufficient funds to cover the full cost of living … plus any visa/travel expenses”.
5. Check subject‑specific fee variances: Some courses (like medicine, dentistry, engineering) may have higher tuition for international students. Ensure you check your specific programme’s fee page.
6. Visa documentation and financial proof: As an international student you will likely need to provide proof of funds for visa application. Ensure your budget covers both first year and the full length of the programme (if required by the UK VI rules).
7. Currency exchange and inflation: Since you are paying in £ (GBP), exchange rates and fee rises may affect your cost. Monitor and budget for possible increases or fluctuations.
8. Living in Birmingham: While tuition is the major cost, living in the UK (housing, food, travel) can add significantly to your annual cost — look at recommended estimates and plan ahead.

Summary

For international undergraduate students at the University of Birmingham:

1. Tuition fees are higher than home students and vary by subject; estimates for some programmes range around £21,000 to £46,000 per year (subject dependent).
2. You must factor in living costs, visa and travel costs in addition to tuition.
3. There are scholarships specifically for international students, which can help reduce cost (often partial).
4. Early planning, checking subject‑specific fees, verifying eligibility and applying for scholarships is key — especially for students from Bangladesh or other overseas countries.

Reference Section

1. International fees – University of Birmingham: https://www.birmingham.ac.uk/study/international/fees University of Birmingham
2. Scholarships for international students – University of Birmingham: https://www.birmingham.ac.uk/study/international/fees/scholarships University of Birmingham+1
3. Undergraduate fees and funding – University of Birmingham: https://www.birmingham.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/fees-funding University of Birmingham
4. Estimated tuition costs for international students: £21 k to £46 k per year — Yocket / other source Yocket Study Abroad
5. Estimated living costs: miscellaneous expenses example (£3,042/£4,329) University of Birmingham
6. Scholarships database / awards for international undergraduates: https://www.birmingham.ac.uk/funding/undergraduate?subject__taxonomyDropDownList=0%2F1%2F3112%2F3114%2F3132%2F3160 University of Birmingham