Visit University College Birmingham
Can't make it to our open day? Instead, join us for a tour of our Birmingham city-centre campus and explore the highest-ranking university in the region according to student choice. If you want to know what life is like studying with us, there’s no better way to find out than to come and see for yourself!

Upcoming Campus Tours
Campus tours are available to book between 11:00am and 5:00pm on Thursday 8 January and Friday 9 January. When completing the booking form, please select a one-hour timeslot.
In the booking form, you can also let us know if you have accessibility requirements, if you’d like to meet with an academic, or if there’s anything else we should be aware of to help support your visit.
If you have specific questions about your application, entry requirements, careers and placements, student finance, accommodation, student support, or any of our services, please email them to events@ucb.ac.uk so we can provide answers ahead of your tour.
Once you’ve submitted the form, we’ll be in touch with further information.
Frequently asked questions
How long do tours last for?
Campus tours typically last around one hour, but please allow up to 1 hour and 15 minutes. If you’re meeting with an academic, your visit may take longer.
Where should I go for my campus tour?
Campus tours depart from Moss House, 3 Holland Street, Birmingham, B3 1QH. Please sign in on arrival (tours must be booked in advance). A member of our team will be there to greet you.
You can find directions here.
Can family and friends come along too?
We know you'll be seeking the advice and guidance of your family when making your decision, but we want to ensure all prospective students have the opportunity to visit the campus. Therefore, our campus tours are currently limited to a maximum of two guests per prospective student.
Can I attend by myself if I’m under 18 years old?
If you are under 18, you must be accompanied by a parent/guardian.
Is parking available?
We have very limited spaces available, so unfortunately, we cannot provide parking at the moment. Please try to make alternative arrangements.
Where is the nearest train station?
Birmingham Snow Hill and Birmingham New Street stations are a 10-minute walk from University College Birmingham. You can view a campus map here.
What if I am running late on the day?
Please call ahead on 0121 232 4300 to advise of any lateness as we have allocated a set tour, and this may result in your tour being cut short.
Will refreshments be provided?
Our food outlets will be open from 9am to 3pm if you would like to purchase any food or drinks.
Will I be able to speak with members of the teaching team?
If you wish to speak with a member of staff on the day, please email events@ucb.ac.uk as soon as possible so we can know the availability of our academic team.
Do you have support for visitors with a disability?
Yes. If you or any of your booking party have a disability, please let us know your requirements when you book by filling up the special requirements box on the booking form.
If you have any questions concerning the Campus Tours, please call 0121 232 4300 or email events@ucb.ac.uk.
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