University of the Year for Social Inclusion
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Why Birmingham Newman University?
In the last five years, Birmingham
Newman University has earned
national recognition for student
satisfaction and support, including being named University of the Year for Social Inclusion in 2025
70% of our students are the first
in their family to attend
university and we proudly
champion diversity, opportunity
and social mobility at every level
With small class sizes and a
teaching-led approach, students
are known by name and
supported to become confident,
independent thinkers
From academic guidance to
wellbeing and careers support,
we offer a wraparound student
experience that helps you thrive
throughout your studies and
beyond
Real People, Real Stories
Josh – Law student
Josh Rigsby: A journey of growth and community at Birmingham Newman University Meet Josh Rigsby,…
Alicia – Psychology
Discover Alicia’s Journey Meet Alicia, a first-year psychology student at Birmingham Newman University. Determined to…
Lucy – Psychology with Criminology student
Discover Lucy’s Journey Meet Lucy, a psychology with criminology student at Birmingham Newman University. Her…
News and events
Birmingham Newman University Achieves Silver Award Recognition for Commitment to Defence Personnel
Over 100 guests gathered at the National Memorial Arboretum in Staffordshire to celebrate thirty-six regional…
Birmingham Newman University Named The Times University of the Year for Social Inclusion
Birmingham Newman University is delighted to announce that it has been named University of the…
Dr Emma Powell Named Finalist in Birmingham Awards 2025 – Contribution to Education
Dr. Emma Powell SFHEA, Senior Lecturer in Primary ITE at Birmingham Newman University, has been…