MPW Birmingham
Birmingham, Edgbaston
Established Edgbaston sixth form college offering more than 20 A-Level subjects, with student residences a short walk from the college.
About MPW Birmingham
MPW Birmingham is an independent sixth form college on Greenfield Crescent in Edgbaston, founded in 1980. It is one of three MPW colleges, alongside London and Cambridge, and is a member of CIFE, the professional association for independent sixth form colleges. The college teaches both GCSE and A-Level, with more than 20 A-Level subjects and the Extended Project Qualification. The subject list leans towards the humanities and creative subjects as well as the sciences, including Film Studies, Media Studies, Digital Photography and Art, Craft and Design alongside Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and Biology. Accommodation is arranged through Kensington Student Services, a subsidiary of MPW. Student residences sit next door to the college on Greenfield Crescent, with further purpose built accommodation at 54 George Road for students aged 17 and over. Homestay placements with vetted local families are also available. MPW students feature in the annual CIFE awards, presented at the House of Lords to high achievers across member colleges.
A-Level Subjects
MPW Birmingham offers 22 A-Level subjects:
Also available:
Facilities
- Student residences on Greenfield Crescent
- Purpose built accommodation at 54 George Road for students aged 17 and over
- Homestay accommodation with vetted local families
Admissions
Entry Points
Year 12, Year 13
Requirements
MPW Birmingham teaches GCSE and A-Level courses. Contact the college directly to discuss entry requirements for your subject combination.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is MPW Birmingham?
17-18 Greenfield Crescent in Edgbaston, Birmingham B15 3AU, close to the city centre.
Does MPW Birmingham offer accommodation?
Yes. Student residences are available next door on Greenfield Crescent and at 54 George Road for students aged 17 and over, both run by Kensington Student Services. Homestay accommodation with vetted local families is also offered.
What A-Level subjects does MPW Birmingham offer?
More than 20 A-Level subjects covering sciences, mathematics, humanities, languages and creative subjects, plus the Extended Project Qualification.
When was MPW Birmingham founded?
1980. It is one of three MPW colleges, alongside MPW London and MPW Cambridge.