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Diploma of Built Environment
Birmingham City University International College
- Birmingham, United Kingdom
- 0.5 years
- English
- On campus
- Diploma
About the program
A research degree (MPhil/PhD) in Built Environment at Oxford Brookes, Supervised by staff active in planning, Real estate and construction.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: no
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (2 years): no
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Design and conduct concepts and methods in Built Environment to solve relevant problems. Develop competence in take part in research training and events
- And register for MPhil/PhD or direct PhD routes. Present findings clearly and consider professional or research ethics.
Career outcomes
- Environmental Analyst
- Sustainability Coordinator
- Field Research Assistant
Curriculum
- Research degree by thesis rather than taught modules. Students agree a proposal with a Director of Studies and supervisory team
- Take part in research training and events
- And register for MPhil/PhD or direct PhD routes
- Working toward an examined thesis in Built Environment.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Completed secondary or pre-university study to the country-specific standard on the BCUIC Academic Requirements page
- at the higher grades needed for entry to year one of a BCU degree.
Accepted academic background
Completed secondary or pre-university study to the country-specific standard on the Academic Requirements page (Stage 2 first-year-degree entry): higher grades for Built Environment, Computing, Engineering, Technology and Health Science (e.g. 72 UCAS points) than for Accounting/Economics, Business and Marketing (e.g. 48 UCAS points)
Language tests
- IELTS 6.0 (no element below 5.5)
Documents you’ll need
- Secondary-school transcripts
- Graduation or completion certificate
- Passport copy
- Proof of language proficiency if required
- Additional documents subject to the official program checklist
How to apply
- Choose the pathway and intended Birmingham City University degree. Check the college academic and English requirements. Apply through the international college admissions process. Upload transcripts and language evidence. Accept the offer and follow the deposit and visa-document instructions.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | £16,480 GBP |
|---|---|
| Application fee | £100 GBP |
| Deposit | _ |
Program details
| Campus | BCUIC, Curzon Building, City Centre Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Birmingham School of Engineering and the Built Environment |
| Department | Built Environment academic unit, To be confirmed |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 120 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 2 years |
| Scholarship note | Scholarship eligibility and award amounts must be confirmed with the institution for the selected degree and intake. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
January 2027
Applications closed
2 Nov 2026
ClosedProgram starts
September 2027
Apply by
3 Jul 2027
231 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 0.5 years.
The next deadline is 3 Jul 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is £16,480 GBP per year. The application fee is £100 GBP. The estimated living cost is £10,683 GBP.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.0 (no element below 5.5).

