Tawjihi
Tawjihi holders are not normally admitted directly to a bachelor's and need to complete a suitable foundation programme first.
Partner university · Birmingham, United Kingdom
University of Birmingham
A Russell Group civic university with a self-contained campus in Edgbaston and its own railway station. Broad subject coverage with well-regarded engineering…
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Founded 1900Public research university
30,832Students
About the university
Why students choose the University of Birmingham
A Russell Group civic university with a self-contained campus in Edgbaston and its own railway station. Broad subject coverage with well-regarded engineering and business schools.
Both direct entry and foundation or pathway routes are available here. If your grades or English score fall short of direct admission, the pathway route is a genuine alternative to waiting a year.
Tuition, entry requirements and intake dates differ by programme and change each year. Ask us for the current figures for the course you are considering rather than relying on published averages.
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Entry requirements
Applying from Jordan
Foundation pathways
A Tawjihi score of 85% or above is considered for Birmingham's foundation pathways, with at least 85% in Mathematics for the Engineering and Physical Sciences pathway.
Master's
A four-year Jordanian bachelor's with GPA 3.0/4, 3.75/5 or 75% equals a UK 2:1; GPA 2.8/4, 3.5/5 or 70% equals a UK 2:2.
PhD
Research applicants need a bachelor's and a master's with a GPA of 3.0/4.0 or 75%; lower grades may be considered individually.
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Guidance only: meeting a requirement does not guarantee an offer, and each course sets its own grades and English level. Checked November 2026.
Fees and scholarships
What the University of Birmingham costs
International (overseas) fees per year, as published by the university. Ask us to confirm the fee for your course.
High Fliers Undergraduate Scholarship for Middle East & North AfricaAn undergraduate scholarship open to students from MENA countries including Jordan.
Postgraduate Chancellor's Scholarship for Middle East and North AfricaA postgraduate scholarship open to students from MENA countries including Jordan.
Birmingham Business School Masters ScholarshipUp to GBP 25,000For future leaders passionate about responsible business joining a Birmingham Business School master's.
Programmes
Popular courses at the University of Birmingham
Computer Science BSc
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Law with Business Studies LLB
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Computer Science MSc
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Advanced Computer Science MSc
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Data Science MSc
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Business Analytics MSc
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International Business Law LLM
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A selection from the university's own course pages. Durations and intakes can change; we confirm the details for your year when we apply. Checked October 2026.
How it works
Your application to the University of Birmingham, step by step
- 1
Free consultation
We look at your grades, English and budget, and tell you honestly whether the University of Birmingham is realistic.
- 2
Choose your course and route
Direct entry if you meet the grades, or the foundation route if you are not there yet.
- 3
Application and offer
We prepare and submit the application and follow it through to an offer.
- 4
Scholarship check
We check the university's scholarships and discounts against your profile.
- 5
Student visa
Financial evidence and documents prepared to the current requirements.
- 6
Arrival
Accommodation, the pre-departure briefing and what to expect when you land.
Questions
Studying at the University of Birmingham: common questions
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Ask on WhatsAppCan I apply to the University of Birmingham with the Tawjihi?
Tawjihi holders are not normally admitted directly to a bachelor's and need to complete a suitable foundation programme first.
Does the University of Birmingham offer scholarships to international students?
Yes. High Fliers Undergraduate Scholarship for Middle East & North Africa; Postgraduate Chancellor's Scholarship for Middle East and North Africa; Birmingham Business School Masters Scholarship (Up to GBP 25,000). We check which ones fit your profile when we build your application.
Is there a foundation route into the University of Birmingham?
Yes. If your grades or English do not yet meet direct entry, a foundation or pathway programme leads into the University of Birmingham.
Where is the University of Birmingham?
The University of Birmingham is in Birmingham, United Kingdom. It was founded in 1900.
Does GESCO charge me to apply to the University of Birmingham?
The first consultation is free. GESCO applies to the University of Birmingham directly and is listed as an official representative on the university's website. Ask us about any service fees before you start.
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- Direct application. We hold an agreement with this university
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- No obligation. If GESCO is not the right route for you, we will say so
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