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There really is something for everyone here at University College Birmingham. World-class facilities following a £140 million investment into new campuses, equipment and resources. Many courses accredited by the University of Warwick - ranked 6th in the UK in The Guardian 2022 league table.
A location in the heart of the country and the heart of Birmingham - surrounded by booming businesses, gorgeous green spaces and vibrant nightlife. Plus a magnificent mix of cultures right on your doorstep and fantastic connections to the rest of the UK and the world.
Find your ideal undergraduate, postgraduate, apprenticeship or college course today and begin your future at the WhatUni Awards' 2022 University of the Year.
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Students welcomed to “second academic home” at Warwick partnership celebration
Over 50 University College Birmingham students were guests of honour at an event to celebrate an exciting new pa…
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Backing for students and local businesses as new Cakes & Bakes opens its doors
Trainee bakers and local businesses are both set to be boosted by the opening of a brand new café at University…
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Louis lifts the title at inaugural Student Chef of the Year contest
A brand new competition featuring some of the brightest young chefs in the country has been won by a talented student from…
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University of the Year in 2022 national student choice awards
University College Birmingham has won University of the Year in the 2022 Whatuni Student Choice Awards (WUSCA), the leading highe…
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"Authentic" hospital placement wins at Student Nursing Times Awards
An "authentic" hospital placement opportunity available to University College Birmingham nursing and physiotherapy students…
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Progressive university partnership sponsors top emerging talent awards
University College Birmingham and the University of Warwick have partnered up to headline sponsor the region’s top award…
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Bakery students create seven-layer Jubilee cake for Birmingham food bank
College students pulled out all the stops to create a seven-layer cake to celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee – and…
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Track star Sadam eyes Commonwealth Games after medal success in new event
A University College Birmingham athlete is hoping to follow his Olympic debut by representing England at this year's…
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Collaborations with Indian universities to drive international skills development
University College Birmingham has forged new international collaborations with a range of academic institutio…
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Nursing associate apprenticeship offers specialist skills boost for health sector
A new apprenticeship programme at University College Birmingham is set to provide a boost for the health sect…
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Ukraine: Vice-Chancellor and Principal statement
Our thoughts are with members of our community who are affected by the current situation in Ukraine and surrounding countries.
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