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Gender and Sexuality
Through the Gender and Sexuality course from University of Birmingham you'll explore how gender and sexuality relate to race, class, disability, and other key aspects of society. Tackle real-world issues, while engaging with theory and research across humanities and social science.

English Literature
Deepen your love of literature and learn how to analyse a range of texts with the English Literature programme from University of Birmingham. Explore a range of literary periods or specialise on one of the pathways.

French Studies (by research)
Do you want to be part of a stimulating research environment? Join the French Studies (by research) programme at University of Birmingham.

Digital Media and Communications
Develop the skills to succeed in the dynamic world of digital media with this Digital Media and Communications programme from University of Birmingham.

Psychology
Embark on the Psychology programme at University of Birmingham and contribute to thrilling, internationally renowned research into the human mind and behaviour. Gain skills and experience in psychological research more and more in demand across wide a range of different industries.

Hispanic Studies (by research)
Do you want to be part of a stimulating research environment? Join the Hispanic Studies (by research) course at University of Birmingham.

Economics, AI and Data Science
This Economics, AI and Data Science course from the University of Birmingham has created demand for economists who can carry out credible causal analysis and work fluently with modern data science and machine learning tools.

International Development
Explore global poverty solutions with the International Development programme from University of Birmingham. Combine theoretical and practical teaching, gain critical insights, and receive personalised support from expert faculty in a supportive and diverse academic community.

Health Economics and Health Policy
The Health Economics and Health Policy programme from University of Birmingham is your gateway to mastering the most crucial aspects of health economics and health policy.

Conflict, Security and Development
Tackle global peace and conflict issues. The Conflict, Security and Development programme from University of Birmingham will prepare you to support and create peaceful governance in conflict areas by engaging with critical debates on accountability, human rights, and democratisation.

Politics
Explore key political controversies from diverse perspectives to understand and explain global phenomena. Engage with leading experts, tailor the Politics course at University of Birmingham to your interests and deepen your understand of Politics.

International Relations
Explore issues, problems and key theoretical debates that are crucial to international politics, preparing to lead a more ethical, practical and innovative change. Learn more at the International Relations programme from University of Birmingham.

Clinical Neuropsychiatry
Explore the versatile world of Neuropsychiatry. This Clinical Neuropsychiatry programme from University of Birmingham covers all the main aspects of neuropsychiatry, from bench to bedside, and provides you with the unique range of skills needed to succeed in the rapidly growing field.

Global Criminology and Criminal Justice
The Global Criminology and Criminal Justice programme from University of Birmingham challenges you to think critically about crime, deviance, and justice in a rapidly changing global world.

History and Politics
Throughout this History and Politics programme from University of Birmingham you'll uncover the roots of today’s biggest political issues, from global conflicts to social movements, by exploring the events, ideas and decisions that came before. Understand how the past shapes the world we live in today.

Global Conflict and Cooperation
The Global Conflict and Cooperation programme from University of Birmingham actively combines academic theory with hands-on diplomacy. Tackle contemporary global issues, dive into international relations, and master effective conflict resolution strategies to shape a more cooperative world.
African Studies (by research)
Join Birmingham's internationally renowned Department of African Studies and Anthropology and develop your own independent research project on Africa or its diasporas. Learn more at the African Studies (by research) programme from University of Birmingham.

African Studies (by research)
Join Birmingham's internationally renowned Department of African Studies and Anthropology and develop your own independent research project on Africa or its diasporas. Learn more at the African Studies (by research) from University of Birmingham.

Language, Culture and Communication
Learn to critique different ideologies about culture and evaluate news and other forms of public discourse with this Language, Culture and Communication programme from University of Birmingham. You’ll develop critical and analytical skills to dissect the ways language is used in politics, media, and communications.

International Heritage Management by Distance Learning (Online)
Enhance your career in the heritage sector by gaining expert knowledge and practical experience with the International Heritage Management by Distance Learning (Online) course from University of Birmingham.