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Learning support

Whatever help you need to succeed in your studies, our learning support teams are committed to giving all our students the advice, skills and practical tools to discover your full potential.

Other

Learning experience

In this section we tell you how to improve the presentation and the quality of your academic work. There are also some simple ‘rules and regs’ intended to ensure a more harmonious learning environment.

Other

Learning Hub

Explore the Learning Hub for insights on diverse learning methods, assignment types, and essential skills. Learn more about the academic support we offer.

Other

Learning spaces

Our campuses offer ideal environments to build your knowledge, with quiet areas for individual work, break-out spaces for meet-ups and glazed pods for group discussion.

Other

Learning Opportunities

Within your course, there are different ways in which content is delivered and different ways that you can explore ideas or concepts in depth in your own time through independent learning.

Other

Learning support

Our learning support teams are here to give all our college and sixth form students the advice and skills to help you succeed in your studies and discover your full potential.

Other

College learning spaces

Our college campus buildings provide the ideal environment for your learning, with quiet individual study areas and break-out spaces for meeting up in groups.

Other

Learning and Teaching Strategy

The Learning and Teaching Strategy outlines our commitment to delivering transformative, career-focused education. It provides a clear direction for students and staff, underpinned by principles of inclusivity, digital innovation, and personalised learning, preparing graduates to lead and thrive in a…

Other

Learning Services at 2022 Welcome Fest

The CASE (Centre for Academic Skills and English), Library and Disability Support teams are looking forward to seeing you at WelcomeFest.

Other

Learning Services at Welcome Fest

The CASE (Centre for Academic Skills and English), Library and Disability Support teams are looking forward to seeing you at Welcome Fest on Friday 11th February.

Other

Short courses, College

Advanced High Voltage Battery Assembly and Gigafactory Operations

Entry

September onwards - Various available

Mode of study

Part-Time

Other

Short courses, College

Foundation in High Voltage Battery Assembly Objective

Entry

September onwards - Various available

Mode of study

Part-Time

Other

Deputy Dean (Teaching Learning and Digital)

Tsai Lovett

Other

Learning Skills and Development Coach

Joanna Cadman

Other

Psychology Teaching and Learning Technician

Dr Chris Higton

Other

University College Birmingham

Based in the heart of the UK’s second biggest city, University College Birmingham is highly respected by employers and industry for providing career-focused further education and higher education courses.

Other

Ross McPherson

Ross started out in retail, having his first job at the age of 16 working at his local Early Learning Centre store in Solihull but swifty moved into the licensed retail trade by the age of 18.

Other

Strategic plans

Documents setting out our strategy for teaching, learning and assessment at University College Birmingham.

Other

Senior Lecturer

Portia Foster

Other

Student support

Whether you need support with your learning, finances, health and wellbeing or other areas, our range of dedicated support services are here for you.

Other

Apprenticeships

Building Services Engineer Apprenticeship BEng

Entry

September, February

Mode of study

Part-Time

Other

Lecturer

Nofisat Ayantola

Other

Senior Lecturer/Course Leader Accounting and Finance

Asif Sadiq

Other

Graduate Outcomes Survey

The Graduate Outcomes survey is a statutory, national survey managed by the Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA). It captures information on what graduates are doing 15 months after their course has ended.

Other

Learning & Skills development Coach - Commis Chef & Chef de Partie

Jennifer Chaudhuri-Goff

Other

Student support

Whether you need support with your learning, finances, health and wellbeing or other areas, our range of dedicated support services are here for you.

Other

Birmingham Battery Manufacturing Skills Pathway (B-MSP)

With more qualified staff needed to support demand, your solution could be to upskill or retrain your current workforce. We can support you with accredited courses required to prepare your workforce to meet the changing needs of the battery industry.

Other

Sonia Dosanjh

Other

Employer Board

University College Birmingham is committed to ensuring our academic programmes and our students are skills-ready with industry engagement and insights at the core of everything we do. Our Strategic Employer Advisory Board is an integral part in delivering on our…

Other

Alumni

Welcome to graduate life. After working hard to get to this point, you are now automatically a member of the University College Birmingham Alumni network.

Other

Senior lecturer

Ros McAteer

Other

Lecturer

Pratik Patel

Other

Lecturer

Peter McLuskie

Other

College fees and tuition

Find more information about tuition fees for college courses at University College Birmingham.

Other

Postgraduate study

We offer a variety of postgraduate qualifications (MA/MSc, PGDip/PGCert, pre-masters) in areas including education, hospitality, culinary arts, business and sport.

Other

Online content moderation guidance

We welcome your participation and comments on the University College Birmingham’s website, online forums and various digital and social media content.

Other

Assessment issues

Over your course of study you will be assessed using a variety of techniques. Assessment plays a significant role in your learning experience.

Other

Support for staying in Higher Education

Any student with specific learning needs, a health condition or a disability can get extra support.

Other

Accessibility Statement

The website will aim to achieve the recommended government standard for web accessibility.

Other

Greater Birmingham & Solihull Institute of Technology

The Greater Birmingham & Solihull IoT specialises in Engineering and Manufacturing with a particular focus on higher technical education at Levels 4 and 5, with emphasis on STEM (science, technology engineering and maths) content.

Other

New courses for 2026

Alongside investments in our campuses and services, we are committed to providing courses that meet the needs of students and industry. As such, we plan to introduce a further range of new courses in 2026.

Other

Upskilling your workforce

With more qualified staff needed to support demand, your solution could be to upskill or retrain your current workforce and we can support you with courses needed to prepare your workforce to meet the changing needs of the industry.

Other

Assessment issues

Over your course of study you will be assessed using a variety of techniques. Assessment plays a significant role in your learning experience.

Other

Our economic impact

At University College Birmingham, we are supporting our region to grow and develop to ensure it meets its skills priorities. Independent analysis has identified that we have a total economic impact of £358 million across the UK.

Other

English courses

If you don't possess the English language qualifications to study your chosen course, don't worry, as we offer English courses for EU and overseas international students, designed to provide you with the level of English needed to meet the conditions…

Other

College Student Handbook

This handbook has been produced to give you an insight into UCB and your course, so please bookmark it for easy reference.

Other

Industry links

We are renowned for our industry links on a global scale. Whether we are working with businesses to provide students with great placements and work experience, coordinating internships abroad or liaising with sector-specific organisations and societies to bolster our courses…

Other

Open days

Come and visit us on one of our open days, where you can find out more about our courses, our facilities and speak to current students and staff.

Other

Higher Education Student Handbook

University College Birmingham HE Student Handbook deals with everything you will need to organise prior to your arrival here as a First Year student.

Other

Student satisfaction

When it comes to student feedback, our university stands out. Our students value their time with us, as can be seen from the outcomes of several nationally-recognised student surveys.

Other

Apprenticeships for Employers

Whether you are a small, independent business or a large corporation, public or private sector, we have apprenticeships to suit you.

Other

Global Experiences

Find out more about Global Experiences

Other

Open to the public

We offer a wide range of services at University College Birmingham.

Other

Work for us

Are you looking for an exciting new challenge? University College Birmingham offers a wealth of career opportunities, spanning a diverse range of roles in both academia and professional services.

Other

University student support

Whatever help you need, our support teams are committed to giving you the advice, skills and practical tools to discover your full potential.

Other

Chelmsley Wood culinary school

University College Birmingham is renowned worldwide for its training in hospitality. Start your hospitality career or upskill on one of our free (subject to eligibility) introductory cookery courses at our Chelmsley Wood culinary school.

Other

Sexual violence

Sexual violence is never your fault. We offer a safe, understanding space to talk, find support, and take steps that feel right for you - at your own pace.

Other

Campuses

Each of our campus buildings in Birmingham city centre has its own distinct character, student services and specialist teaching facilities.

Other

Sixth form

If you want to do A-levels in Birmingham and prepare for university in the same study environment, check out our sixth form centre for the city, based at our Camden House campus building.

Other

Disability and neurodiversity support

We are committed to providing an inclusive learning environment, and our DNS team is here to advise you and provide assistance throughout your studies.

Other

Working towards a sustainable community

Find out more information on what University College Birmingham's Sustainabilty goals are and how we are working towards them.

Other

World

Whether you want to work in hotels, hospitality and events or explore the world of aviation, tourism and travel, our Department of Hospitality and Tourism runs a range of courses to help you pursue your ideal career.

Other

Learning support

Whatever help you need to succeed in your studies, our learning support teams are committed to giving all our students the advice, skills and practical tools to discover your full potential.

Other

Learning experience

In this section we tell you how to improve the presentation and the quality of your academic work. There are also some simple ‘rules and regs’ intended to ensure a more harmonious learning environment.

Other

Learning Hub

Explore the Learning Hub for insights on diverse learning methods, assignment types, and essential skills. Learn more about the academic support we offer.

Other

Learning spaces

Our campuses offer ideal environments to build your knowledge, with quiet areas for individual work, break-out spaces for meet-ups and glazed pods for group discussion.

Other

Learning Opportunities

Within your course, there are different ways in which content is delivered and different ways that you can explore ideas or concepts in depth in your own time through independent learning.

Other

Learning support

Our learning support teams are here to give all our college and sixth form students the advice and skills to help you succeed in your studies and discover your full potential.

Other

College learning spaces

Our college campus buildings provide the ideal environment for your learning, with quiet individual study areas and break-out spaces for meeting up in groups.

Other

Learning and Teaching Strategy

The Learning and Teaching Strategy outlines our commitment to delivering transformative, career-focused education. It provides a clear direction for students and staff, underpinned by principles of inclusivity, digital innovation, and personalised learning, preparing graduates to lead and thrive in a…

Other

Learning Services at 2022 Welcome Fest

The CASE (Centre for Academic Skills and English), Library and Disability Support teams are looking forward to seeing you at WelcomeFest.

Other

Learning Services at Welcome Fest

The CASE (Centre for Academic Skills and English), Library and Disability Support teams are looking forward to seeing you at Welcome Fest on Friday 11th February.

Other

Short courses, College

Advanced High Voltage Battery Assembly and Gigafactory Operations

Entry

September onwards - Various available

Mode of study

Part-Time

Other

Short courses, College

Foundation in High Voltage Battery Assembly Objective

Entry

September onwards - Various available

Mode of study

Part-Time

Other

Deputy Dean (Teaching Learning and Digital)

Tsai Lovett

Other

Learning Skills and Development Coach

Joanna Cadman

Other

Psychology Teaching and Learning Technician

Dr Chris Higton

Other

University College Birmingham

Based in the heart of the UK’s second biggest city, University College Birmingham is highly respected by employers and industry for providing career-focused further education and higher education courses.

Other

Ross McPherson

Ross started out in retail, having his first job at the age of 16 working at his local Early Learning Centre store in Solihull but swifty moved into the licensed retail trade by the age of 18.

Other

Strategic plans

Documents setting out our strategy for teaching, learning and assessment at University College Birmingham.

Other

Senior Lecturer

Portia Foster

Other

Student support

Whether you need support with your learning, finances, health and wellbeing or other areas, our range of dedicated support services are here for you.

Other

Apprenticeships

Building Services Engineer Apprenticeship BEng

Entry

September, February

Mode of study

Part-Time

Other

Lecturer

Nofisat Ayantola

Other

Senior Lecturer/Course Leader Accounting and Finance

Asif Sadiq

Other

Graduate Outcomes Survey

The Graduate Outcomes survey is a statutory, national survey managed by the Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA). It captures information on what graduates are doing 15 months after their course has ended.

Other

Learning & Skills development Coach - Commis Chef & Chef de Partie

Jennifer Chaudhuri-Goff

Other

Student support

Whether you need support with your learning, finances, health and wellbeing or other areas, our range of dedicated support services are here for you.

Other

Birmingham Battery Manufacturing Skills Pathway (B-MSP)

With more qualified staff needed to support demand, your solution could be to upskill or retrain your current workforce. We can support you with accredited courses required to prepare your workforce to meet the changing needs of the battery industry.

Other

Sonia Dosanjh

Other

Employer Board

University College Birmingham is committed to ensuring our academic programmes and our students are skills-ready with industry engagement and insights at the core of everything we do. Our Strategic Employer Advisory Board is an integral part in delivering on our…

Other

Alumni

Welcome to graduate life. After working hard to get to this point, you are now automatically a member of the University College Birmingham Alumni network.

Other

Senior lecturer

Ros McAteer

Other

Lecturer

Pratik Patel

Other

Lecturer

Peter McLuskie

Other

College fees and tuition

Find more information about tuition fees for college courses at University College Birmingham.

Other

Postgraduate study

We offer a variety of postgraduate qualifications (MA/MSc, PGDip/PGCert, pre-masters) in areas including education, hospitality, culinary arts, business and sport.

Other

Online content moderation guidance

We welcome your participation and comments on the University College Birmingham’s website, online forums and various digital and social media content.

Other

Assessment issues

Over your course of study you will be assessed using a variety of techniques. Assessment plays a significant role in your learning experience.

Other

Support for staying in Higher Education

Any student with specific learning needs, a health condition or a disability can get extra support.

Other

Accessibility Statement

The website will aim to achieve the recommended government standard for web accessibility.

Other

Greater Birmingham & Solihull Institute of Technology

The Greater Birmingham & Solihull IoT specialises in Engineering and Manufacturing with a particular focus on higher technical education at Levels 4 and 5, with emphasis on STEM (science, technology engineering and maths) content.

Other

New courses for 2026

Alongside investments in our campuses and services, we are committed to providing courses that meet the needs of students and industry. As such, we plan to introduce a further range of new courses in 2026.

Other

Upskilling your workforce

With more qualified staff needed to support demand, your solution could be to upskill or retrain your current workforce and we can support you with courses needed to prepare your workforce to meet the changing needs of the industry.

Other

Assessment issues

Over your course of study you will be assessed using a variety of techniques. Assessment plays a significant role in your learning experience.

Other

Our economic impact

At University College Birmingham, we are supporting our region to grow and develop to ensure it meets its skills priorities. Independent analysis has identified that we have a total economic impact of £358 million across the UK.

Other

English courses

If you don't possess the English language qualifications to study your chosen course, don't worry, as we offer English courses for EU and overseas international students, designed to provide you with the level of English needed to meet the conditions…

Other

College Student Handbook

This handbook has been produced to give you an insight into UCB and your course, so please bookmark it for easy reference.

Other

Industry links

We are renowned for our industry links on a global scale. Whether we are working with businesses to provide students with great placements and work experience, coordinating internships abroad or liaising with sector-specific organisations and societies to bolster our courses…

Other

Open days

Come and visit us on one of our open days, where you can find out more about our courses, our facilities and speak to current students and staff.

Other

Higher Education Student Handbook

University College Birmingham HE Student Handbook deals with everything you will need to organise prior to your arrival here as a First Year student.

Other

Student satisfaction

When it comes to student feedback, our university stands out. Our students value their time with us, as can be seen from the outcomes of several nationally-recognised student surveys.

Other

Apprenticeships for Employers

Whether you are a small, independent business or a large corporation, public or private sector, we have apprenticeships to suit you.

Other

Global Experiences

Find out more about Global Experiences

Other

Open to the public

We offer a wide range of services at University College Birmingham.

Other

Work for us

Are you looking for an exciting new challenge? University College Birmingham offers a wealth of career opportunities, spanning a diverse range of roles in both academia and professional services.

Other

University student support

Whatever help you need, our support teams are committed to giving you the advice, skills and practical tools to discover your full potential.

Other

Chelmsley Wood culinary school

University College Birmingham is renowned worldwide for its training in hospitality. Start your hospitality career or upskill on one of our free (subject to eligibility) introductory cookery courses at our Chelmsley Wood culinary school.

Other

Sexual violence

Sexual violence is never your fault. We offer a safe, understanding space to talk, find support, and take steps that feel right for you - at your own pace.

Other

Campuses

Each of our campus buildings in Birmingham city centre has its own distinct character, student services and specialist teaching facilities.

Other

Sixth form

If you want to do A-levels in Birmingham and prepare for university in the same study environment, check out our sixth form centre for the city, based at our Camden House campus building.

Other

Disability and neurodiversity support

We are committed to providing an inclusive learning environment, and our DNS team is here to advise you and provide assistance throughout your studies.

Other

Working towards a sustainable community

Find out more information on what University College Birmingham's Sustainabilty goals are and how we are working towards them.

Other

World

Whether you want to work in hotels, hospitality and events or explore the world of aviation, tourism and travel, our Department of Hospitality and Tourism runs a range of courses to help you pursue your ideal career.

News and insights

Teaching and Learning Conference to amplify quality of education at university

Teaching staff from across University College Birmingham will be coming together this week to share ideas and work collaboratively, with a focus on sustainability, using digital technology and AI, alongside how our regional links can support our global impact.

News and insights

Inclusivity for all at heart of annual teaching and learning conference

Creating an inclusive environment was this year's theme of a conference that gives University College Birmingham academics and support staff the chance to share ideas on making education more engaging and empowering.

News and insights

Enriched global learning experiences underway with new partnership

A new partnership between the Symbiosis School of Culinary Arts (SSCA) in India and University College Birmingham will strengthen academic experiences for students with a special new programme.

News and insights

UCB student experience to be enhanced with new virtual learning environment

Students at UCB will soon be able to take better control of their studies thanks to the introduction of a brand new virtual learning environment.

News and insights

Adapting to digital to engage make-up students leads to virtual learning award

The University has won the Library Teaching and Learning Award from education provider Talis

News and insights

Love learning at UCB? Tell the world - and win a cash prize

UCAS wants you to inspire the next generation of students to enrol on your course – either by writing an essay or making a video.

News and insights

Rising to the Covid challenge: Students share success stories of lockdown learning

It's been a year of unique challenges, but that hasn't stopped dedicated students at University College Birmingham forging their way towards exciting futures in the food and hospitality industry.

News and insights

Impact in Learning national conference held at McIntyre House

The fourth annual Impact in Learning conference was held in the Brendan Carroll lecture theatre in McIntyre House.

News and insights

Students get chance to share views to enhance UCB teaching and learning experience

Students from across the courses had the chance to express their views on teaching and learning at UCB at a conference designed to make the experience the best it can be.

News and insights

Blog | Bridging the gap: a new approach to nursing apprentices

Learn how University College Birmingham’s blended nursing apprenticeship model supports national provision - offering remote university learning, strategic employer partnerships, diverse placement opportunities and a healthcare workforce-development approach designed to address post‑pandemic nurse shortages.

News and insights

Business students learn from leading figures at AI conference

The Business School has hosted an exciting future-focused conference on the transformational and unexplored potential of AI.

News and insights

Flying high! Aviation and tourism students see careers take off with Ryanair

College students training to become cabin crew or make their mark in tourism have reached for the sky and landed dream jobs with Ryanair.

News and insights

RACA apprentice scores job at three Michelin-star restaurant

Drew Morris, a Royal Academy of Culinary Arts (RACA) apprentice nearing the end of his time with UCB, has just landed a job at iconic three Michelin-star restaurant The Waterside Inn in Bray, Berkshire.

News and insights

Student Blog | Considering university Clearing? Here's my story...

Samantha joined us through Clearing and knows exactly what it's like on results day. In this throwback blog first published just before she started her second year, she shared some insight into what it was like...

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Blog | Parent guide to Clearing and how you can support your child

If your child hasn’t applied to university yet, but wants to go in September 2025, Clearing is their second chance to secure a place for this year. Read more on how you can support them.

News and insights

Blog | Can I go through Clearing if I change my mind on my course?

There are many good reasons you might choose to access a course through the Clearing system, so don’t think of it as second best or a last resort; think of it more as a reset button when circumstances change.

News and insights

Nursery rhyme inspires PGCE students

In the manner of Little Miss Muffet, UCB postgraduate students have been eating their curds and whey. Fortunately for them, that's where the day's similarities ended!

News and insights

Stellar scores across the board in leading postgraduate student experience survey

Postgraduate students have given University College Birmingham an overwhelming thumbs-up in a major survey of their study experience – with outstanding scores across the board.

News and insights

Proudly leading the way in student satisfaction survey

Students have given their thumbs-up and ranked University College Birmingham highly in this year’s National Student Survey, with five degrees scoring a perfect 100% satisfaction.

News and insights

University’s “future-ready” health education to drive delivery of 10-year NHS plan

University College Birmingham’s new learning and teaching strategy is set to play a critical role in meeting the ambitions of the new 10-year NHS Plan, launched to transform the health and care workforce over the next decade.

News and insights

UCB rated highly for international student satisfaction

UCB has ranked highly in the latest International Student Barometer (ISB) survey.  The results reveal that in 2014/15 UCB was ranked in the top 20 universities in the world for careers and employability, earning money during studies, work experience and…

News and insights

Second Inclusivity Conference highlights intersectionality and co-creation

University College Birmingham successfully held its second Inclusivity Conference, while celebrating the halving of its awarding gap, meaning that students from all backgrounds are less likely to see differences in their educational results.

News and insights

Prosthetics ace working with leading make-up artists after winning BBC show

A former prosthetics master's student is working with the world's leading make-up artists after winning BBC talent show Glow Up – Britain’s Next Make-Up Star.

News and insights

Topping the charts for postgraduate employability and retention

UCB has topped the charts for employability and retention in the largest sector-wide survey of postgraduate students and their learning and teaching experience.

News and insights

Daniel Fenwick

Daniel chose UCB because of its strong engineering reputation and commitment to practical learning.

News and insights

AWS Academy to equip students with in-demand cloud computing skills

Students will gain access to cloud-focused modules, hands-on learning activities and AWS Academy resources as part of their studies.

News and insights

PGCE Immersion Weeks

Trainee teachers at UCB devised a programme of creative learning opportunities for young children in partnership with Birmingham schools.

News and insights

Kanwal Rauf

Kanwal brings vast expertise to this new course and is dedicated to promoting learning strengths across diverse groups of students.

News and insights

Mehnaz Nazir

Mehnaz’s PGCE helped turn her lifelong dream of a teaching career into a reality – and her learning hasn’t stopped there.

News and insights

University delivers 10,000 online sessions since lockdown

University College Birmingham has revealed it has delivered 10,000 online learning sessions since lockdown in March.

News and insights

Youth skills app earns Future Faces award nomination for graduate Ioana

A University College Birmingham graduate is in line for an award after launching an app to help provide diverse learning opportunities for young people.

News and insights

Trainee teachers take closer look at ethics in the classroom with the experts

Primary education students at University College Birmingham have been learning about the importance of ethics and morals in the classroom.

News and insights

Business students travel to infinity in Global Entrepreneurship Week conference

The theme of this year's student learning conference could scarcely have been more relevant.

News and insights

Determined Sean returns to old school to inspire them

A determined UCB student with a debilitating condition that can slow learning has come full circle after securing a dream work placement with his old school.

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