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Welcome to University College Birmingham
We can't wait to welcome you to University College Birmingham. Simply follow the steps below, where we'll guide you through everything you need to do before teaching begins. Additional information on Financial support, Disability and Neurodiversity support and Frequently asked questions (FAQs) can also be found on the page.
1. Complete your online registration
Set up your student account and complete the first part of your enrolment.
Take me there2. Upload your results
Upload your results and supporting documents so we can confirm your eligibility.
Take me there3. Collect your student ID
Visit us to collect your student ID and complete the final stage of enrolment.
Take me there4. View induction information
View your induction timetable and check any forms, uniform or kit requirements for your course.
Take me thereStep 1 – Complete your online registration
If you have been offered a place at University College Birmingham, you will be sent an email and text message from our Admissions team to complete your online registration. It is very important that you complete your online registration, as this is the first part of your enrolment.
If you have studied with us before, you may already be able to log in to the UCB Portal. Otherwise, you will need to set up your student account. The email you receive will provide you with your own unique link to do this if needed, and the text message will contain your University College Birmingham student ID, which you will need to register.
Uploading documents
Once you have completed your online registration, you have created your student dashboard. You now need to log out and log back in to upload your documents. Make sure you upload all documents that are relevant to you, including:
- your chosen photo for ID – no Snapchat filters, please, let’s keep it professional!
- your proof of ID – see below for the list of acceptable identity documents
- any residence evidence, such as your passport or residence documents, if relevant
- any evidence of your name change, if your name is now different from the name on the documentation you provide to us, such as a deed poll document or marriage certificate. All our systems will use the name on your official documentation.
This isn’t mandatory, but doing this now will save you a lot of time later!
Important: if you have not received your email or text message, call our Admissions team on 0121 214 2919 or complete our enquiry form here, and we will help you activate your account and complete your online registration.
Please make a note of your UCB student ID and your password. If you forget your password, you will need to email itsu@ucb.ac.uk stating: your full name, your University College Birmingham student ID number, your address and your chosen course.
Once you’ve registered, wait for your results to complete the second stage of your enrolment. If you need to update your contact details at any time, you can do so by accessing your student portal here.
Acceptable identity documentation – UK/EEA Nationals
- British or EU passport
- European Identity Card
If you do not have a passport, please upload your:
- Full birth certificate
AND
- Another form of photo ID, such as a driving licence or proof of age card*
*Please note that we may require additional evidence before we can complete your enrolment, such as proof of EUSS, if required.
Acceptable identity documentation – Non-UK/EEA Nationals
- A non-UK/EEA passport
AND
- Your Biometric Residence Permit (BRP)
OR
- Visa document
OR
- Home Office letter confirming your residency status in the UK
If you are an asylum seeker, please upload your Application Registration Card.
If you don’t have any documentation to confirm your immigration status in the UK, University College Birmingham will ask for your permission to request this information from the Home Office.
Step 2 – Upload your results
Once you have your results, please upload your GCSE results to your student dashboard within the UCB Portal. The academic team will assess your eligibility and confirm your enrolment.
To upload your results and any other supporting documents, you will need your UCB student ID and password created in Step 1. Once you have logged in, navigate to the enrolment section of your dashboard, select the Documents tab and then click Add file. As soon as your image has been uploaded, it will automatically be saved.
Please note, you don’t need to attend enrolment in person.
What do I need to upload to your portal?
If you are aged between 16 and 18, please bring the following:
- Evidence of all of your current qualifications, including your GCSE results papers, or those showing your predicted grades. We cannot complete your enrolment without this information; we will need to see proof of your achieved grades to confirm your level of study.
- Proof of identity - Passport or Full Birth Certificate
If you are aged 19 and over, please bring the following:
- Evidence of all of your current qualifications, including your GCSE results papers - or those showing your predicted grades. We cannot complete your enrolment without this information; we will need to see proof of your achieved grades to confirm your level of study.
- Proof of identity
- Proof of household income, including evidence of any benefits you claim, if applicable.
- Your chosen method for paying your tuition fees, if applicable.
If you are paying your own fees, you can either pay in full at enrolment, or payment can be made in 4 equal instalments: instalments are due by the end of October, January, March and May.
Please check our fees and tuition page to see a full list of categories of people who are not expected to pay their tuition fees. If you do not fall into one of the listed categories, you will need to pay the tuition fees for your course.
Access our course fees document for a full list of college tuition fees.
If you are aged 19 and over on the first day of your course and are expected to pay for your fees, you may qualify for an Advanced Learner Loan. This is a non-means-tested loan available from the UK Government to pay the tuition fees of full level 3 qualifications (course exclusions apply**). The loan is paid directly to UCB to cover the cost of your tuition and does not have to be repaid until your income is over a certain amount (the ‘threshold’ amount). For more information on the Advanced Learner Loan, please visit www.gov.uk/advanced-learner-loan.
**The following courses are not eligible for an Advanced Learner Loan:
- CACHE Level 3 Award Health & Social Care
If you are aged between 16 and 18, please also bring the following:
- Proof of residency, e.g. passport, visa, residence permit (proof of residency must be valid and in date).
A few things to note
- Do not email us your results - please upload your documents to your Student Dashboard. Even if you haven’t achieved the results you hoped for, please still upload them so we can see whether there is another course in our portfolio we can offer you.
- Please keep an eye on your emails AND your phone - we will call you to confirm your offer or discuss your options. Please answer your phone when we ring. This is how we will communicate with you during enrolment, so it’s important that you complete any required actions promptly to secure a place on your course.
- If your results are lower than expected - we will suggest an alternative course in line with your grades. In most cases, this will still be in the subject area you’re interested in, but it may mean you need to start your studies at a lower level.
Step 3 - Collect your student ID
Once we have checked your results and your fee status, we will confirm your place on the course. To complete your enrolment, please visit us so we can issue your student ID and ensure you have everything you need before you start, including your induction timetable and any kit/uniform.
Dates and times of when you need to come in are dependent on your course and are listed below.
You can collect your ID at McIntyre House, 2 Holland St, Birmingham, B3 1PW.
Monday 24 August - Built Environment, Digital, Engineering, Automotive, Science
Date: Monday 24 August
Time: 9am–5pm
Location: McIntyre House, 2 Holland St, Birmingham, B3 1PW
Focus areas:
- Built Environment
- Digital
- Engineering
- Automotive
- Science
Tuesday 25 August - Construction trades
Date: Tuesday 25 August
Time: 9am–5pm
Location: McIntyre House, 2 Holland St, Birmingham, B3 1PW
Focus areas:
- Construction trades
Wednesday 26 August - Health, Social Care, Education
Date: Wednesday 26 August
Time: 9am–5pm
Location: McIntyre House, 2 Holland St, Birmingham, B3 1PW
Focus areas:
- Health
- Social Care
- Education
Thursday 27 August - Creative, Sport, Business, College of Food, Tourism
Date: Thursday 27 August
Time: 9am–5pm
Location: McIntyre House, 2 Holland St, Birmingham, B3 1PW
Focus areas:
- Creative
- Sport
- Business
- College of Food and Tourism
Induction and course-specific information
Please complete the following documents and bring them to your subject lecturer, including any additional uniform or equipment forms that are required for your course.
Access to Higher Education Diploma (Business)
Student ID and timetable collection: Thursday 27 August, 9am to 5pm
Location: McIntyre House, 2 Holland St, Birmingham, B3 1PW
Access to Higher Education Diploma (Computer Science)
Student ID and timetable collection: Monday 24 August, 9am to 5pm
Location: McIntyre House, 2 Holland St, Birmingham, B3 1PW
- Induction and welcome activities (TBC)
Access to Higher Education Diploma (Data Science)
Student ID and timetable collection: Monday 24 August, 9am to 5pm
Location: McIntyre House, 2 Holland St, Birmingham, B3 1PW
- Induction and welcome activities (TBC)
Access to Higher Education Diploma (Health Professions)
Student ID and timetable collection: Wednesday 26 August, 9am to 5pm
Location: McIntyre House, 2 Holland St, Birmingham, B3 1PW
Accounting T-level
Student ID and timetable collection: Thursday 27 August, 9am to 5pm
Location: McIntyre House, 2 Holland St, Birmingham, B3 1PW
Applied Science
Student ID and timetable collection: Monday 24 August, 9am to 5pm
Location: McIntyre House, 2 Holland St, Birmingham, B3 1PW
Applied Science with Psychology
Student ID and timetable collection: Monday 24 August, 9am to 5pm
Location: McIntyre House, 2 Holland St, Birmingham, B3 1PW
Aviation Operations
Student ID and timetable collection: Thursday 27 August, 9am to 5pm
Location: McIntyre House, 2 Holland St, Birmingham, B3 1PW
Bakery
Student ID and timetable collection: Thursday 27 August, 9am to 5pm
Location: McIntyre House, 2 Holland St, Birmingham, B3 1PW
Beauty Therapy
Student ID and timetable collection: Thursday 27 August, 9am to 5pm
Location: McIntyre House, 2 Holland St, Birmingham, B3 1PW
Bricklaying
Student ID and timetable collection: Tuesday 25 August, 9am to 5pm
Location: McIntyre House, 2 Holland St, Birmingham, B3 1PW
- Induction and welcome activities (Level 1) - TBC
- Induction and welcome activities (Level 2) - TBC
Business
Student ID and timetable collection: Thursday 27 August, 9am to 5pm
Location: McIntyre House, 2 Holland St, Birmingham, B3 1PW
Cabin Crew and Aviation Operations
Student ID and timetable collection: Thursday 27 August, 9am to 5pm
Location: McIntyre House, 2 Holland St, Birmingham, B3 1PW
Carpentry
Student ID and timetable collection: Tuesday 25 August, 9am to 5pm
Location: McIntyre House, 2 Holland St, Birmingham, B3 1PW
- Carpentry And Joinery (Level 1) - TBC
- Site Carpentry (Level 2) - TBC
Chef Cookery Courses (Professional Cookery)
Student ID and timetable collection: Thursday 27 August, 9am to 5pm
Location: McIntyre House, 2 Holland St, Birmingham, B3 1PW
Computing and ICT
Student ID and timetable collection: Monday 24 August, 9am to 5pm
Location: McIntyre House, 2 Holland St, Birmingham, B3 1PW
- Computing and ICT Level 3 (Year 1) - TBC
- Computing and ICT Level 3 (Year 2) - TBC
Construction and the Built Environment
- Construction and the Built Environment (Level 2) - TBC
- Construction and the Built Environment (Level 3 - Year 1) - TBC
- Construction and the Built Environment (Level 3 - Year 2) - TBC
Construction Multi-Skills
Student ID and timetable collection: Tuesday 25 August, 9am to 5pm
Location: McIntyre House, 2 Holland St, Birmingham, B3 1PW
- Construction Multi-Skills (Level 1) - TBC
Design and Development for Engineering and Manufacturing
Student ID and timetable collection: Monday 24 August, 9am to 5pm
Location: McIntyre House, 2 Holland St, Birmingham, B3 1PW
Design, Surveying and Planning for Construction
Student ID and timetable collection: Monday 24 August, 9am to 5pm
Location: McIntyre House, 2 Holland St, Birmingham, B3 1PW
Early Years
Student ID and timetable collection: Wednesday 26 August, 9am to 5pm
Location: McIntyre House, 2 Holland St, Birmingham, B3 1PW
Education and Early Years
Student ID and timetable collection: Wednesday 26 August, 9am to 5pm
Location: McIntyre House, 2 Holland St, Birmingham, B3 1PW
Electrical Installation
Student ID and timetable collection: Tuesday 25 August, 9am to 5pm
Location: McIntyre House, 2 Holland St, Birmingham, B3 1PW
- Electrical Installation (Level 2) - TBC
- Electrical Installation (Level 3) - TBC
Engineering
Student ID and timetable collection: Monday 24 August, 9am to 5pm
Location: McIntyre House, 2 Holland St, Birmingham, B3 1PW
Food and Beverage Service Supervision
Student ID and timetable collection: Thursday 27 August, 9am to 5pm
Location: McIntyre House, 2 Holland St, Birmingham, B3 1PW
Hair and Media Make-Up
Student ID and timetable collection: Thursday 27 August, 9am to 5pm
Location: McIntyre House, 2 Holland St, Birmingham, B3 1PW
Hairdressing
Student ID and timetable collection: Thursday 27 August, 9am to 5pm
Location: McIntyre House, 2 Holland St, Birmingham, B3 1PW
Health and Social Care
Student ID and timetable collection: Wednesday 26 August, 9am to 5pm
Location: McIntyre House, 2 Holland St, Birmingham, B3 1PW
Health T-level
Student ID and timetable collection: Wednesday 26 August, 9am to 5pm
Location: McIntyre House, 2 Holland St, Birmingham, B3 1PW
Information and Creative Technology
Student ID and timetable collection: Monday 24 August, 9am to 5pm
Location: McIntyre House, 2 Holland St, Birmingham, B3 1PW
- Information and Creative Technology (Level 2) - TBC
Introduction to Hair and Beauty
Student ID and timetable collection: Thursday 27 August, 9am to 5pm
Location: McIntyre House, 2 Holland St, Birmingham, B3 1PW
Legal Services T-level
Student ID and timetable collection: Thursday 27 August, 9am to 5pm
Location: McIntyre House, 2 Holland St, Birmingham, B3 1PW
Motor Vehicle Maintenance and Repair
Student ID and timetable collection: Monday 24 August, 9am to 5pm
Location: McIntyre House, 2 Holland St, Birmingham, B3 1PW
Motorsport Diploma
Student ID and timetable collection: Monday 24 August, 9am to 5pm
Location: McIntyre House, 2 Holland St, Birmingham, B3 1PW
- Induction and welcome activities - TBC
Plumbing
Student ID and timetable collection: Tuesday 25 August, 9am to 5pm
Location: McIntyre House, 2 Holland St, Birmingham, B3 1PW
- Plumbing Level 1 - TBC
- Plumbing Level 2 - TBC
- Plumbing Level 3 - TBC
Professional Food and Beverage Service
Student ID and timetable collection: Thursday 27 August, 9am to 5pm
Location: McIntyre House, 2 Holland St, Birmingham, B3 1PW
Site Carpentry
Student ID and timetable collection: Tuesday 25 August, 9am to 5pm
Location: McIntyre House, 2 Holland St, Birmingham, B3 1PW
- Site Carpentry (Level 2) - TBC
Sport and Exercise Science
Student ID and timetable collection: Thursday 27 August, 9am to 5pm
Location: McIntyre House, 2 Holland St, Birmingham, B3 1PW
Sport and Fitness
Student ID and timetable collection: Thursday 27 August, 9am to 5pm
Location: McIntyre House, 2 Holland St, Birmingham, B3 1PW
Sport, Exercise and Fitness
Student ID and timetable collection: Thursday 27 August, 9am to 5pm
Location: McIntyre House, 2 Holland St, Birmingham, B3 1PW
Sports Coaching and Development
Student ID and timetable collection: Thursday 27 August, 9am to 5pm
Location: McIntyre House, 2 Holland St, Birmingham, B3 1PW
Theatrical Media Make-up
Student ID and timetable collection: Thursday 27 August, 9am to 5pm
Location: McIntyre House, 2 Holland St, Birmingham, B3 1PW
Travel and Tourism
Student ID and timetable collection: Thursday 27 August, 9am to 5pm
Location: McIntyre House, 2 Holland St, Birmingham, B3 1PW
Financial support
Our Financial Support team may be able to help eligible students with some of the additional costs of studying, including travel, uniforms and equipment, and childcare.
If you would like to find out what support may be available to you and how to apply, use the link below. For any questions, please contact financialsupport@ucb.ac.uk.
Disability and Neurodiversity support
For those students who want to notify us about additional support requirements, this can be done by contacting evidence@ucb.ac.uk. Students can use this email address to send us their supporting documentation and also for more general queries about disability and neurodiversity.
For students who had exam access arrangements at school, e.g. a reader or scribe, or feel they need them at college, please contact FEExamsSupport@ucb.ac.uk. This email address can be used to send over Form 8s from school or previous educational establishments.
Check our dedicated welcome information for students with disabilities and additional needs.
Frequently asked questions (FAQs)
How do I apply for a college or sixth form course at University College Birmingham?
You can apply through the website using this link.
Can I apply for more than one course?
No, you should apply for only one course. However, if you change your mind about your chosen course, we can amend this for you at a later date. Please note you may need to have another interview.
What if I've changed my mind and don't want to enrol at University College Birmingham?
If you have changed your mind and no longer wish to enrol, you must let us know as soon as possible so we can offer your place to someone else. Please call 0121 214 2919.
Can I re-sit Maths and English GCSEs?
Yes, you can do it alongside your full-time programme. We do not offer English and Maths GCSE resits without a main programme.
Can I study ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages)?
Unfortunately we don’t offer ESOL courses.
What happens if I don’t achieve the grades required for my course?
We will suggest an alternative course in line with your grades. In most cases, this will still be in the subject area you’re interested in, but it may mean you need to start your studies at a lower level.
I’ve lost my qualifications, what do I do?
You can request replacement certificates from the awarding body. If you’re not sure who the awarding body was, speak to your school or training provider.
Do you accept international students onto college or sixth form courses?
No. If you’re an international student and you don’t need the requirements for our undergraduate programmes, you can apply for the International Foundation Diploma.
When can I enrol?
We will write to you with enrolment instructions over the summer. In the meantime, the information you need is available here.
The course has already started, can I still enrol?
Contact admissions to clarify the reason for your late enrolment. Admissions department will speak to the course tutor, and you will be informed of the outcome.
What are the term dates?
They can be found here.
What do I do if I’m struggling with money?
The Student Financial Support Team based in Baskerville House is available to give you advice and guidance and we’ve recently introduced an emergency hardship fund for international students. Pop in to see the team or drop them an email – f.support@ucb.ac.uk
What are acceptable identity documents?
For UK/EEA Nationals:
- British or EU passport
- European Identity Card
If you do not have a passport, please upload your:
- Full birth certificate
AND
- Another form of photo ID, such as a driving licence or proof of age card*
*Please note that we may require additional evidence before we can complete your enrolment, such as proof of EUSS, if required.
For Non-UK/EEA Nationals:
- A non-UK/EEA passport
AND
- Your Biometric Residence Permit (BRP)
OR
- Visa document
OR
- Home Office letter confirming your residency status in the UK
If you are an asylum seeker, please upload your Application Registration Card.
If you don’t have any documentation to confirm your immigration status in the UK, University College Birmingham will ask for your permission to request this information from the Home Office.
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