Birmingham City University is a university in Birmingham, England. Initially established as the Birmingham College of Art with roots dating back to 1843, it was designated as a polytechnic in 1971 and gained university status in 1992.
Former names: Birmingham College of Art · Birmingham Polytechnic · University of Central England in Birmingham
Motto: Latin: Age Quod Agis
Motto in English: "Do what you are doing; attend to your business"
Type: Public
Established: 1992 gained university status · 1971 City of Birmingham Polytechnic · 1843 Birmingham College of Art