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In August 2008 the University of Birmingham moved to a new academic structure. There are now five colleges, each of which is divided into a number of schools.

The Colleges

The five colleges are:

The new structure will:

  • Put academic endeavour at the heart of our decision-making
  • Reduce administrative boundaries between related disciplines
  • Create a less hierarchical structure, as there will be greater devolution of authority to the colleges
  • Strengthen working relationships as links within and between colleges will be encouraged