For more than a century, Birmingham has thrived by being
purposeful, pragmatic and pioneering, strengthening our
position as a leading global university.
We develop innovative solutions to address big issues;
combining original thinking with clear focus and rigour,
intellectual curiosity with practical application.
We enjoy being the first to do things; navigating complexity,
opening access and unlocking value so that others can follow
and benefit.
These qualities are integral to our transformational campus
redevelopments – the most significant since our foundation
as the first civic University.
Our vision is driven by a desire to open up our University for
the benefit of people of all ages.
At the heart of our redevelopment, we will create a striking
green park – a space for meeting to explore new ideas.
Crowning this space - our new inspirational academic library.
Home to thousands of books and journals, the very latest
technologies and innovative work spaces, it will also feature
a public space for showcasing our incredible creative work
and research outputs and house our unrivalled heritage
print collection.
It will advance the quest for knowledge, for students,
researchers and community alike.
From an iconic new facility to our celebrated redbrick Aston
Webb building, where the complete refurbishment of one
wing will create an exemplary new student hub, bringing
together key services.
This will enable us to simplify and enhance support for
students from induction to graduation and beyond –
creating a dedicated student space at our core.
This philosophy underpins our approach to student
accommodation – creating outstanding homes for outstanding students.
The new landmark Chamberlain residence not only meets
the needs of 21st century students but is also at the forefront
of sustainable design and carbon reduction
As well as providing a best in class experience for our
students, enhancing provision for our local community is key.
We believe sport is for all, from fitness classes to
competitive sport to rehabilitation programmes.
Our centre will welcome everyone, supporting them to
achieve their personal goals and allowing us to consolidate
our top 3 position for university sports.
And with the city’s first 50m pool, schoolchildren and gold
medal prospects alike will be able to take their swimming to
the next level.
We continue to break new ground with the creation of the
first university 11-18 training school in the country, which
will transform the lives of all who attend.
Our School will bring together pupils, students and teachers
from different social and cultural backgrounds reflecting the
diversity of Birmingham.
It will unlock talent by providing access to wonderful new
facilities and inspirational teaching, by maximising its close
association with the University it will provide an unparalled
educational experience where all can excel.
By drawing on our history and looking to the future this
investment in our University will benefit our students, staff
and the wider community for generations to come.
We continue to be inspired and guided by the vision of our
founder Joseph Chamberlain.
Together with the community across our city, we encourage
and empower people to make important things happen and
create something of which we can all be proud.