Open days
Join our upcoming open day and learn about our wide range of degrees, the exciting topics you will study and the facilities on offer to give you the best, real-life working experience.
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Learn about our wide range of degrees, the exciting topics you will study and the facilities on offer to give you the best, real-life working experience. Find out more at our upcoming open evening.
£5,000 on us
All full-time UK undergraduate students starting in February or September 2026 will receive a £5,000 Cost of Living Allowance, which doesn't have to be paid back.
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A home from home
Moving to university is a huge step for everyone, especially when you are relocating to a new city or even a new country. Our accommodation team will help you settle into your new environment and feel at home.
UCB Live
On Tuesday 3 March 2026 we are holding an online event for international students considering joining us! Whether you are yet to apply or already have an offer, UCB Live will cover everything you need to know before you start.
The step up from school to college is a big one and our open days are the chance to find out the options available to you, as well as explore our amazing facilities and discover how we will support you.
Our open days are a great chance to learn about the options available to you, explore our amazing facilities, and discover how we will support you.
Information for parents and carers
From the moment your young person arrives, they will benefit from the outstanding support from teachers, career advisors and our student services team.
Request a prospectus
If you are looking to learn more about our college and sixth form offer, please request a copy of our prospectus.
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Sustainability
At University College Birmingham, our areas of environmental impact and influence include our campus, our curriculum and our community. We take sustainability seriously.
Room and facilities hire
If you are looking to hire a meeting room, lecture room, kitchen space or stage a small function or event, have a look at the facilities we have available and get in touch.
Rewards and benefits
At University College Birmingham, staff benefit from a comprehensive rewards package that supports wellbeing and professional growth. This includes generous annual leave, competitive pension schemes, employee discounts, and opportunities for ongoing development.
Restaurant at Birmingham College of Food
At University College Birmingham, we have our own award-winning training restaurant where our students gain hands-on industry experience working both in the kitchens and front of house.
Explore university, before university
UniFest is a summer School that gives students a chance to explore university life, meet students and staff, make friends, and immerse themselves in an action-packed higher education experience.
Department of Creative Industries
Lecturer
Academic qualifications
AQA, IQA, Cert Ed
Email
swood@ucb.ac.uk
I have 19 years of teaching beauty therapy experience, mainly in London and most recently at University College Birmingham.
I have over 25 years of industry experience in theatre makeup, salon and spa work, and I continue to work with on private clients.
