Rankings
How every major ranking places Birkbeck, University of London. Lower is better.
Strongest subjects in the QS subject rankings (2025):
Postgraduate courses by field
Number of courses and typical yearly tuition for international students.
| Field | Courses | Typical fee | Courses in Course Explorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Humanities & languages | 46 | $21,931 | See → |
| Social sciences | 23 | $28,079 | See → |
| Business & management | 22 | $30,947 | See → |
| Arts, design & creative studies | 18 | $28,079 | See → |
| Law, politics & governance | 18 | $29,937 | See → |
| Psychology | 18 | $16,969 | See → |
| Computer science & data technology | 13 | $30,947 | See → |
| Economics, finance & accounting | 10 | $30,947 | See → |
| Natural sciences | 8 | $25,005 | See → |
| Life sciences & biotechnology | 7 | $28,079 | See → |
| Education & teaching | 3 | $22,524 | See → |
| Environment, sustainability & agriculture | 3 | $28,079 | See → |
| Hospitality, tourism & service industry | 3 | $32,846 | See → |
Costs and entry
166 courses mention scholarships. 13 publish an application deadline for international students.
Jobs after studying at Birkbeck, University of London
The job market for Birkbeck, University of London's biggest fields, and how graduates stay to work in the UK.
Questions students ask
How much does a postgraduate course at Birkbeck, University of London cost?
Typical tuition for international students is about $28,079 a year; half of Birkbeck, University of London's postgraduate courses with a published fee cost between $21,931 and $30,947. Most courses last 1 year. Fees vary by field: hospitality, tourism & service industry courses are typically $32,846, psychology $16,969.
How is Birkbeck, University of London ranked?
Birkbeck, University of London is ranked #388 by QS (2026) and #301–350 by Times Higher Education (2026) in the world. Its strongest QS subjects include English Language & Literature (#101) and Communication & Media Studies (#151–200).
What IELTS score does Birkbeck, University of London need for a postgraduate course?
Most postgraduate courses (154 of the 193 that list it) ask for IELTS 6.5 overall with no band below 6.0.
How many postgraduate courses does Birkbeck, University of London offer?
192 postgraduate courses across 13 fields; the largest are humanities & languages (46), social sciences (23) and business & management (22).
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Updated 6 August 2026. Courses and fees from Birkbeck, University of London's own course pages; fees converted to US dollars. Rankings: QS World University Rankings 2026, Times Higher Education 2026, QS subject rankings 2025. Always confirm fees and requirements on the university's website.