The University of Birmingham was established on an equal opportunities ethos in 1900 to admit women and men of all religious backgrounds on equal terms. Today, that commitment to equality is enshrined in our Charter and at the heart of our vision as a leading global university.
“The University promotes equal opportunities and shall exercise no discrimination on the grounds of political opinion, age, colour, disability, ethnic or national origin, gender, marital status, race, religion or sexual orientation in the admission of students, or the appointment or promotion of staff or the awarding of any Degree, Diploma or Certificate, or generally, in the execution of any of its Objects as laid down by the Charter.”
The diversity of our 40,000 students is our strength in creating an open, productive, and intellectually challenging university environment. We are committed to levelling access to opportunities and providing an inclusive educational experience across our campuses.