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There are so many reasons why you should choose to study at University College Birmingham, including finding out more about our partnership with the University of Warwick, but don't just take our word for it.
We are the highest-ranking university in the region, according to the 2024 Whatuni Student Choice Awards, the only awards in the UK based solely on student choice. We are also best in the West Midlands for student support, international and postgraduate.
If you haven’t secured a place at university yet, there’s still time to do so. You can apply for a course using Clearing if you’re not already holding an offer from a university and the course still has places. View our Clearing courses and apply online, or join us on the day and get your offer on the spot.
Travelling from outside of Birmingham?
We will reimburse you! Students can claim back public transport costs (bus, coach or train) up to the value of £50. After you have attended the open day, we will contact you to support you in processing your claim. The deadline for form submission is two weeks after the Open Day event. Please keep your receipts and ensure you register your attendance with our staff on the day. If you are planning to drive, we cannot reimburse mileage, however we do have free car parking at our campus. We offer limited car park spaces on a first-come, first-served basis at Moss House B31QH (entrance from George Street).
Things to do on our clearing open day
Gain insight about your course
Chat with our academic staff and find out more about your desired course, and modules, and get all your questions answered. They will be available for a drop-in chat from 10am until 12pm.
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Apply and get your offer on the spot
At our Clearing Open Day, our admissions and clearing team will be there to support you with your application process. Apply with us on the day, and you might even leave with a confirmed offer in hand, setting you on the path to your academic journey without delay.
Apply through Clearing
Learn about our award-winning support
On the day, you can have a one-to-one chat with any of our support staff and find out more about student finance, your application, employability and placements opportunities, wellbeing support and so much more.
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Speak to our students
Drop in for a chat, grab a drink by our student lounge and hear from our students about their University College Birmingham experience and ask them any questions.
Get in touch
Explore the campus
After you have explored your course, You can also get to know your way around our campus. Explore on your own, or join our campus tour experts, who will tell you more about life at University College Birmingham, our facilities and answer any questions you may have.
Explore our facilities
Explore student accommodation
Discover more about our student accommodation at The Maltings, and get a feel for what your new ‘home from home’ could be like. Join our accommodation tour and take a look around, plus find out about the costs and the application process.
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Can't make it to an open day?
If you can't make it to our open day, look out for our upcoming campus tours. Our friendly student ambassadors will show you around the facilities and tell you all about student life at University College Birmingham. Times and dates are available on the booking form.
FAQs for on-campus events
I would like to attend your open day – how do I book a place?
You can book your place here.
Do I need to bring a copy of my open day confirmation?
Yes. You can either print your open day confirmation and bring it with you, or have it open on your phone once you arrive so that we can register you on the day.
What time does the event start?
Registration starts at 9.30am. You will find more details in your open day programme.
Which campus do I need to go to?
Please arrive at McIntyre House for registration.
Will accommodation be open to view?
The University’s halls of residence at The Maltings will be available to view on the day. You don’t need to book an accommodation tour in advance. You can join a tour once you arrive.
I have not received email confirmation of my booking – what should I do?
If you do not receive a confirmation email of your booking, please contact us. You can email events@ucb.ac.uk or call 0121 232 4300. Remember to check your junk mail.
Do I need to let you know if I or one of my guests has a disability?
Please let us know in advance and we will be happy to make further arrangements. You can email events@ucb.ac.uk or call 0121 232 4300.
I am an international student, can I attend the open day?
Our open days are on-campus events. If you are not based in England at the time of the event, please see our virtual tours page.
Can I bring someone with me to the event?
We welcome family and supporters to our events. We advise you don’t bring more than three people with you.
What do I do if I miss the open day?
Things happen, and we understand. If you can't make it, contact us at events@ucb.ac.uk and we will try and arrange a campus visit for you.
Can I make an application at the open day?
If you are considering only applying to us, you can apply direct on the spot. No fees and no need for a personal statement. Our admissions staff will be there to guide you.
Is there car parking available?
We offer limited car parking on a first-come, first-served basis at Moss House B31QH (entrance form George Street).
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