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UCB Chef Lecturer awarded Master of Culinary Arts

Anthony Wright, a senior Chef Lecturer at UCB's College of Food, was given the official title of Master of Culinary Arts (MCA) at a lavish gala presentation dinner at Claridge's Hotel last night.

Culinary arts graduate Lurita returns to UCB with class of her own

It was a blast from the past for former Culinary Arts Management student Lurita Carr, whose first visit to UCB since graduating was also her very first school trip as a newly-qualified teacher.

College student chef and culinary arts professor recognised at national awards

An “exceptional” student and a chef lecturer devoted to his protégés from University College Birmingham both won top accolades at this year’s British Culinary Federation (BCF) annual dinner and awards.

Culinary arts students rock the podium at first Zest Quest Asia online spin-off

Two of the four students to take the podium at the first online spin-off of acclaimed chefs Cyrus and Pervin Todiwala’s annual search for young talent in Asian food were from University College Birmingham.

Culinary Students Sizzle in the Kitchen this Summer

Dedicated culinary arts students are swapping the beach for the heat of the kitchen as they prepare for their new degrees during the summer holidays.

UCB triumphs at Culinary Olympics

Young UCB chefs are celebrating an extraordinary achievement after winning silver and bronze at one of the toughest culinary competitions in the world.

Sweet challenge for Culinary Arts Management students

Third year Culinary Arts Management students have been getting in touch with their innerpâtissier to create delicious desserts as part of their Specialist Pastry Techniques option module.

MA Culinary Arts Management students are pub entrepreneurs

Groups of Culinary Arts Management postgraduate students put together successful business plans for new pub concepts to be judged by a panel of industry professionals.

Record haul of medals for "incredible" culinary arts apprentices

Eleven Royal Academy of Culinary Arts (RACA) apprentices from UCB are celebrating success at The Professional Kitchen Show’s competitive stages - including a staggering six gold medals.

CAM Students Culinary Product Development Challenge

Final year Culinary Arts Management students recently presented the outcome of their New Product Development Challenge module to representatives of the Automatic Vending Association (AVA).

National junior culinary team begins training for Culinary World Cup

With more than half the team made up of UCB students and alumni, this year's National English Junior Team of brilliant young chefs has begun training for the world's top competition.

Tom tops table with first class degree in Culinary Arts Management

Former UCB student Tom Price, who was made head chef of a Wiltshire hotel and restaurant just three-and-a-half months after finishing his course, has graduated with a first in Culinary Arts Management BA (Hons).

Applications open for UCB's prestigious Royal Academy of Culinary Arts Chef Apprenticeship

Recruitment has begun for a unique opportunity to work and train at some of the finest restaurants and hotels in the region. UCB is the only institution outside London and the South to offer the esteemed Royal Academy of Culinary…

High hopes for UCB's Culinary Olympic team

A talented team of UCB chefs are hoping to replicate the success of Team GB’s Olympians when they represent England at the Culinary Olympics in October.

Culinary Olympics bid coincides with International Chefs Day

England’s junior culinary team is taking on the best in the world with the help of three chefs who began cooking as schoolboys at University College Birmingham.

UCB students take part in AVA's 2014 'Culinary Product Development Challenge'

Final-year Culinary Arts Management students provided an insight into the future of vending machine food for a panel of industry experts.

All-conquering culinary team praised on awards success

Members of UCB’s culinary team were congratulated on their triumph at a prestigious national competition by the University’s governors.

Basking in another record year of culinary trophies and medals!

Chef lecturer Mathew Shropshall didn't think things could get much better than last year, when UCB's student bakers, cooks and front-of-house protégés proudly took home a record number of awards from some of the biggest competitions in the UK and…

Culinary arts student serves top sport and TV stars on placement at Celtic Manor Resort

A culinary arts student from University College Birmingham has revealed how she had the chance to serve a string of famous stars while on placement at a prestigious UK resort – with more students now being encouraged to follow in…

Junior Team England set off from UCB for Culinary World Cup

The countdown has begun for the Birmingham-based junior team selected to represent England at the Culinary World Cup.

University’s food stars begin two-year journey to Culinary World Cup

A team made entirely of current and former University College Birmingham students will be flying the flag for England at one of the world's biggest culinary contests.

UCB students crowned champions of British Culinary Federation cook and serve competition

University College Birmingham has won the prestigious British Culinary Federation's Student Cook & Serve Team Challenge through "exemplary cooking, exemplary service."

Chefs jet off on medal mission for England at 2022 Culinary World Cup

Talented chefs from University College Birmingham have jetted off to Europe to do battle with the world's best in a prestigious international culinary contest.

Michel Roux Jr joins top chefs to judge culinary competition at UCB

Leading chefs including Michel Roux Jr gathered at University College Birmingham to judge the regional final of one of the country's most prestigious culinary competitions.

Student chefs win England double bronze medals at world's biggest culinary competition

Student chefs and alumni from University College Birmingham have once again taken the podium after going up against scores of other countries in the toughest culinary competition in the world.

Chefs put England among top national junior teams after winning at Culinary World Cup

University College Birmingham students, staff and alumni have put England in the top 12 of national junior teams out of 197 countries after clinching silver and bronze medals in one of the toughest culinary contests in the world.

Thai holiday inspires award-winning young chef at top culinary competition

A holiday in Thailand helped one of our international Culinary Arts Management degree students bag a brace of awards at a top culinary competition.

Student Jack reaches final of International Culinary Olympiad in India

Culinary Arts Management student Jack Gameson has won ‘Best Vegetarian Creation’ at one of the most prestigious culinary competitions in the world.

Nicole is set for a culinary career back in Kenya

Nicole Muchene is an MA Culinary Arts Management student from Kenya. After completing her postgraduate qualification early next year, she plans to take the culinary management skills she has learned at UCB and share her knowledge and passion with young…

Portuguese culinary student's life at UCB makes news back home

A Portuguese Culinary Arts Management student’s life and experiences at UCB has hit the newspapers back home, complete with a spotlight on his lecturer.

Jacques Cresser-Brown

Jacques Cresser-Brown studied a BA in Culinary Arts Management from 2009-2013.

UCB Culinary Olympiad winner returns inspired from second India trip

Multi award-winning Culinary Arts Management student Jack Gameson has visited the state of Maharashtra in India to give fellow undergraduates a taste of life at UCB. Even better, he returned having learned just as much as those he set out…

Sensational silver for student chefs at global Culinary Olympics

University College Birmingham students and alumni compete at the biggest culinary competitions in the world

England beat Wales in Battle of the Dragon culinary clash

England’s junior national culinary team – made up completely of UCB students and alumni – was breathing fire at the weekend, beating Wales in the newly-launched Battle for the Dragon culinary clash.

Chef lecturer takes podium in top culinary competition

Richard Dutton, Chef Lecturer at UCB’s College of Food, has come third in the hotly-contested British Culinary Federation’s coveted Chef of the Year.

Culinary magic: UCB students turn leftovers into tasty finger food

Students worked some culinary magic turning waste food into bite-sized treats for a money-saving cooking challenge.

National English Culinary Junior Team wins double-silver at world's biggest competition

The National English Junior Team - made up of UCB students and alumni - has been ranked in the top 12 teams in the world following an unprecedented performance at the Culinary World Cup.

National English Junior Team made up solely of UCB students and alumni begin global culinary showdown

The National English Junior Team - made up solely of University College Birmingham students and alumni - is about to begin its campaign at one of the biggest culinary competitions in the world.

Team UCB jet off to make their mark at Culinary World Cup

A team led by UCB lecturer Mathew Shropshall is on its way to Luxembourg to take part in one of the world’s leading competitions for chefs.

Student chef wins chance to support Team UK at world's most prestigious culinary competition

A promising student chef has received the opportunity of a lifetime after being invited to accompany the duo representing the UK at the final of the most prestigious culinary competition in the world.

Tom Price

Former UCB student Tom Price, who was made head chef of a Wiltshire hotel and restaurant just three-and-a-half months after finishing his course.

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Sandra perfects 'The Art of Pastry'

BSc Food and Consumer Management student Sandra Sentjurin, from Estonia, has published her new cookbook 'Magusakunst' (translated as 'The Art of Pastry).

Specialist make-up student shares experiences – and plays darts – with Prince and Princess of Wales

A University College Birmingham student aspiring to make her mark in the TV and film industry had the incredible opportunity to share her story – and play darts – with the Prince and Princess of Wales at a special event…

Classical cuisine mixed with a modern approach is a recipe for success

The MA Culinary Arts Management programme targets those seeking to develop a professional career within the culinary environment of the hospitality industry.

Lauren is Young Guns winner

Culinary Arts Management student Lauren Joseph is a winner of Young Guns 2014.

UCB's success at the International Salon Culinaire

Professional Cookery and Bakery students were in award-winning form at the Hotelympia International Salon Culinaire at the ExCeL in London.

Lecturer

Giovanni Di-Vito

University College Birmingham launches region's most prestigious chef apprenticeship

University College Birmingham is launching a prestigious new course for apprentice chefs in partnership with the Royal Academy of Culinary Arts.

Goosefoot scoop top prize for best vending snack

Final-year Culinary Arts Management students staged an exhibition of healthy vending snacks for the Automatic Vending Association's (AVA) Culinary Product Development Challenge.

UCB students inspired by successful alumni

Students from all years of UCB’s Culinary Arts Management (CAM) course attended an annual Careers Evening in the Brasserie Restaurant.

Lecturer

Baboucarr Sanneh

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

Students showcase new vending concepts

UCB Culinary Arts Management students joined forces with the Automatic Vending Association (AVA) to highlight the opportunities that exist for the vending industry.

A topping idea wins "gluten-free" vending competition

Teams of Culinary Arts Management students impressed industry experts in a challenge to make a gluten-free vending machine snack.

Chef Katie keeps to the classics at WorldSkills UK

Katie Cooper, Royal Academy of Culinary Arts (RACA) apprentice and chef at Michelin-star restaurant Carters of Moseley, is feeling confident after impressing judges at the regional heats of the WorldSkills UK Culinary Arts contest held at Merton College, Surrey.

Student chef receives medal from celebrity chef after dazzling at global competition

Culinary Arts Management student Oliver Grieve has come away from a global competition basking in medal glory.

Hotel management alumna plays pivotal role in developing hospitality in Botswana

A former hotel management student turned government employee is playing a pivotal role in developing hospitality and culinary arts training in Botswana.

Postgraduate students reveal their entrepreneurial skills

Students on UCB’s MA Culinary Arts Management course combined their creative thinking and business acumen to present their ideas for a new pub business to a panel of industry professionals.

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Eleny Minto

Vending Concept Winners

A team of Culinary Arts Management Degree students is celebrating after impressing leading figures from the vending industry with their innovative new concept range of pastries.

Professional cookery students learn how to get ahead

Level 3 Professional Cookery Diploma students begin their first term back at UCB with an informative talk from a BA Culinary Arts Management (CAM) student.

UCB students accept AVA product development challenge

Culinary Arts Management students have been challenged to create innovative new products for the Automatic Vending Association (AVA) to be in with a chance of winning £1,000.

Gabriela wins prestigious service award

Opus Restaurant waitress Gabriela Murea has achieved the Service Award in the Royal Academy of Culinary Arts’ Annual Awards of Excellence (AAE) 2015.

Jessica is a winner at the National UK Blog Awards

Culinary Arts Management student Jessica Simmons has won a National UK Blog Awards trophy (Food and Drink category) for her blog Nourishing Jessica.

Gabriela in finals for Annual Awards of Excellence

BA Hospitality and Events Management student Gabriela Murea has made it to the final for the Royal Academy of Culinary Arts’ Annual Awards of Excellence (AAE) 2015.

UCB's Josh excels at the Bocuse d'Or in Lyon

A UCB culinary arts management student faced the cooking challenge of a lifetime when he took part in the world’s most prestigious chef competition.

Emily set to empower with support network for female food professionals

A UCB Culinary Arts Management student has launched an invaluable and much-needed network to celebrate, support and empower female food professionals nationwide.

Students develop out-of-this-world recipes for MARS

A group of Culinary Arts Management, Food and Nutrition and Bakery and Patisserie Technology students have been enlisted by major food company MARS to come up with creative recipes using some of the company’s most popular food products.

Lecturer

Emma Shephard

Bake Off judge awards RACA apprentices at graduation night

Six students on UCB’s cutting edge Royal Academy of Culinary Arts (RACA) apprenticeship were thrilled to receive their graduation diplomas from none other than celebrated chef patissier and TV judge Benoit Blin.

UCB student wins second at prestigious Young Chef of the Year Peru competition!

Culinary Arts Management student Ryan Sharpe has beaten students and industry professionals from all over the UK to come second in the Young Chef of the Year Peru competition, which was held this month at Westminster College in London.

Lecturer

David Hanlon

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.

Student Drew scores silver at Wing Yip cooking contest

Royal Academy of Culinary Arts (RACA) apprentice Drew Morris has given an impressive performance at the final of the Wing Yip Oriental Cookery Young Chef of the Year 2018.

CAM students snack their way to success

Final year Culinary Arts Management students have been presenting their healthy treat ideas for vending machines to the Automatic Vending Association (AVA) in the hope that they will win the £1000 cash prize.

CAM students take to the streets with high-profile book launch

A group of Culinary Arts Management students have wowed scores of glamorous guests with their launch of Trusted, a book on business and image by enterprise consultants Lyn Bromley and Donna Whitbrook.

UCB student is Oriental Young Chef of the Year

Culinary Arts Management degree student Joseph Vinten is celebrating after winning Wing Yip 'Oriental Young Chef of the Year' competition which took place at UCB.

Gale Babili

Gale, one of our former hotel management students turned government employee, has gone on to play a pivotal role in developing hospitality and culinary arts training in Botswana.

Placement life's a peach for students Emma and Hannah

Culinary Arts Management students Emma Davies and Hannah Smith chose an unconventional route when it came to their placement year, opting away from the traditional restaurant scene in favour of respected gastropub company Peach Pubs.

Catarina wins stage in South America as Superfoods Peru Young Chef of Year

A Culinary Arts Management undergraduate at UCB has won the chance to work at an award-winning restaurant in South America after being crowned Superfoods Peru Young Chef of the Year.

Charlotte is online for a Great Career

Whilst most students take a part time job whilst studying at UCB, not all of them find their work broadcast to thousands of people on-line, Charlotte Sendall, 3rd Year Culinary Arts Management student is the exception.

From Field to Fork – UCB's Visit to Daylesford Organic Farm

On Wednesday 5 May Students from a Level 5 Gastronomy option group, including those from Culinary Arts Management and Tourism Management courses, attended a Market Garden Tour at Daylesford Organic Farm near Evesham.

Student chef off to Cape Town after winning South African Chef of the Year

Third year Culinary Arts Management student Chace Wagenhauser is off to work in Cape Town after winning the national South African Young Chef of the Year 2018.

Student Blog | The UCB experience for Indian students

If you are like me, who has travelled (or plans to travel) to the UK to study a master’s either in culinary arts or hospitality and tourism at University College Birmingham, let me tell you that you are at the…

Birmingham College of Food

Study with one of the most highly-respected names in the food industry. University College Birmingham's renowned College of Food offers a range of specialist courses, from professional chef training to culinary arts management or bakery and patisserie.

UCB alumni Robert makes small food business prosper

MA Culinary Arts Management alumni Robert Popham is set for success as a technical manager and development chef, and speaks to us about his time at university, his career and how UCB helped him find his place within the food…

A Flying Visit to the Devonshire Arms

Two Level 3 Professional Cookery students, Anna Claringbull and Michael West, have taken part in one of pork manufacturer Dingley Dell's 'Flying Visits', held at the Devonshire Arms Hotel & Spa restaurant in Bolton Abbey, North Yorkshire.

UCB chef lecturer lands place at final of "highest honour" awards

UCB chef lecturer Anthony Wright is on the brink of making history after making it through to the Master of Culinary Arts 2017 final, an award described by its director – executive chef at The Ritz John Williams - as…

CAM student's dissertation hand-in topped off with Master Chef title

Fourth-year Culinary Arts Management student Peter Price has taken the definition of multi-tasking to a whole new level, winning the acclaimed title of 2018 Young Master Chef of the year on the same day as his final year dissertation hand-in…

Students serve up the world on a plate

Culinary arts students served up a slice of their culture at the launch of a world food book in Birmingham.  The undergraduate and postgraduate chefs impressed visitors with a dazzling array of authentic ethnic dishes, from yentil dhal to yam…

Students and apprentices join star-studded kitchen staff at Chef's Forum event hosted by UCB.

A group of Royal Academy of Culinary Arts (RACA) apprentices and Level 3 Hospitality with Events students joined forces yesterday for The Chef’s Forum Birmingham and Midlands Lunch – a pay-as-you-feel event for top chefs and influencers across the region…

UCB wins over Hong Kong students with fish and chips

Chef lecturer Lewis Walker gave a master-class in the art of cooking a very traditional British dish, when he travelled to Hong Kong to meet students at the city’s International Culinary Institute (VTC).

Students take part in BBC Two show

It is an exciting time as currently UCB is featuring on the BBC Two series The Chef¹s Protege with a group of our Culinary Arts Management and VRQ Professional Chef Diploma students being mentored by the famous Michelin starred chef…

Andrew Jones

A University College Birmingham graduate has returned to Summer Row fifty years on to reveal how his studies helped set him on the way to a remarkable global hospitality career.

Success at Salon Culinaire

UCB Bakery and Confectionery students recently returned from Salon Culinaire at the Hospitality Show with a host of medals and merits.

Everyone's a winner as RACA chef apprentices scoop string of medals at Salon Culinaire

A group of apprentice chefs from University College Birmingham have swept to success...

UCB proud host of RACA Annual Awards of Excellence

Eight top pastry chefs pushed themselves to the limit in UCB’s kitchens yesterday by the Royal Academy of Culinary Arts (RACA) Awards of Excellence (AAE) pastry final - described by the organisation as “the most prestigious award available to young…

Awards for all as students and lecturer scoop honours at Salon Culinaire

Everyone was a winner as 13 food and hospitality stars from University College Birmingham each bagged an award at a top industry competition – and so did one of their lecturers.

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We run a large number of part-time courses at college, degree and postgraduate level, from marketing or health and social care to culinary arts management or teaching.

Star seven scoop array of awards in Salon Culinaire skills competition

Talented food and hospitality students from University College Birmingham have bagged more than a dozen medals after showcasing their skills in a nationwide contest.

Lecturer

Shivaun Caffrey

Clean sweep of medals for UCB at Salon Culinaire

UCB students have returned from North Warwickshire and Hinckley College’s Salon Culinaire competition with a grand total of ten certificates and medals across nine different categories.

Medal feast for UCB students at Salon Culinaire

The University’s trainee bakers and chefs joined food service and hospitality students in sweeping the board at a prestigious skills competition.

Garima Poddar

A celebrity in India, Garima wanted to study for her master’s at a university with “the best culinary courses in the world”.

UCB hosts Annual Awards of Excellence heats

The University hosted a semi-final for one of the UK’s most prestigious culinary awards – and was praised for its facilities.

Unstoppable Nathan crowned champ in top young chef competition

An unstoppable former University College Birmingham student who represented England in the most prestigious culinary competition in the world has come out victorious at the British Culinary Federation’s Young Chef of the Year.

Creative canapés to fab filleting - UCB wins big at Hotelympia

Scores of students from UCB’s College of Food are celebrating after winning a medal at the biggest culinary and hospitality show in the UK.

Bocuse d'Or fundraising dinner nets £25,000 for world title tilt

A fundraising dinner held at University College Birmingham raised £25,000 to support Team UK in the Bocuse d'Or, the world's most prestigious culinary competition.

Students win big at the Cook and Serve Challenge

UCB students cleaned up at the British Culinary Federation's (BCF) Cook and Serve Challenge, competing against 11 other colleges to become Team of the Year 2014.

Star-studded judging panels for Easter competitions at UCB

The University was delighted to host two prestigious culinary competitions featuring some of the industry's brightest stars just before the Easter vacation.

UCB wins top student award at Nestlé Professional Toque d'Or

University College Birmingham has scooped the Nestlé Professional Toque d’Or, the nation’s top student culinary and restaurant service award.

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Marco Sannio

Public art now on display in McIntyre House

McIntyre House now houses two major pieces of public art by renowned sculptor Lorenzo Quinn, son of the late international film star Anthony.

Ryan Pinto

Inspired by the opportunity to expand his culinary and business knowledge outside his home country of India, Ryan's studies led him to a dream role at a Michelin-starred restaurant in San Francisco.

England young chef team tunes skills ahead of global cook-off

A group of UCB students and alumni has been fine-tuning its skills ahead of this year’s Culinary World Cup - one of the world’s leading competitions for young chefs - in 12 weeks.

UCB recipes to feature in Co-op campaign to reduce food waste

Three UCB students who won a culinary competition to produce a tasty soup from typical kitchen leftovers have been filmed creating a step-by-step guide.

Young Birmingham chefs put on silver service at World Cup

The Birmingham-based England junior chef team is celebrating after scooping silver at the Culinary World Cup.

Student chef Yasmine set to appear on BBC’s MasterChef: The Professionals

A talented chef studying at University College Birmingham is set to appear on the new series of MasterChef: The Professionals – and has encouraged fellow students to embrace such opportunities in the culinary industry.

Students use their loaf to beat food waste

Crumbs! Students from University College Birmingham used their culinary skills and imagination to turn leftover bread into delicious dishes.

UCB Mat Shropshall is finalist for Chef of the Year 2014

UCB's Mat Shropshall will be having his skills put to the test as a finalist in the British Culinary Federation's (BCF) Chef of the Year Award 2014 – which is being held in the university kitchens today.

Lecturer

Bernhard Schumacher

Inspirational lecturer "delighted" to win university mentor of year

Senior chef lecturer Anthony Wright is no stranger to winning awards for his culinary prowess, but being recognised as an inspirational mentor to his students is something else.

Brian Turner at UCB Masterclass

Top chef Brian Turner urged UCB chef students to achieve their culinary dreams when he gave a cookery demonstration at the university.

Acclaimed chef shares ingredients for competing on flying visit to UCB

A packed room of culinary students listened in awe as world-renowned American chef Phillip Tessier relayed his mind-blowing experience of leading the US to victory in the Bocuse d'Or.

Graduate named Young Chef of the Year as College of Food quartet star in BCF final

Four young chefs from University College Birmingham have showed their culinary class after going head-to-head in the final of a national cooking competition – with one taking the top prize.

Lecturer

Paul Stewart

UCB chef Anthony Wright is the UK's candidate for Bocuse d'Or European selection

The UK team for the prestigious Bocuse d'Or culinary competition, has announced the candidate and commis chef who will take part in the competition’s European selection in Budapest, Hungary, in May 2016.

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Nikhita targets film make-up career after wowing childhood TV idol with “incredible” body art

She’s had her work featured in the national media and shared by one of her favourite childhood TV stars – now body art ace Nikhita Patel is eyeing an exciting future in the professional make-up industry.

Sports students to benefit from state-of-the-art facilities in deal with Birmingham rugby club

A major new partnership has been agreed that will allow UCB sports students to use a state-of-the-art all-weather pitch and a physio suite on the edge of the city centre.

Star chef hails Young Chefs Academy as relaunch set to inspire next generation

A celebrated young chef from University College Birmingham has welcomed the relaunch of a long-running culinary programme that will help inspire future food stars amid the challenges of the coronavirus pandemic.

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Jack hits the heights in Young Chef of the Year final

A UCB student is celebrating a top three finish in the prestigious British Culinary Federation Young Chef of the Year 2015 competition.

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Nathan, winner of the British Culinary Federation’s Young Chef of the Year 2019, has worked at some of the world’s best restaurants.

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UCB Team win Silver at ScotHot

A team of students from UCB formed the Junior England Team at the WACS Junior Culinary Grand Prix.

Afroz Ahmed

Completing a culinary college course in his home city of Mumbai, Afroz was keen to expand on his skills overseas.

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Supercook Sanjeev Kapoor praises UCB chef training

Indian supercook Sanjeev Kapoor made a special visit to University College Birmingham – and hailed it a place where culinary dreams come true.

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UCB scoops gold and "best of the best" title at top chef competition

University College Birmingham’s student culinary team has scooped gold at one of the UK’s most prestigious chef competitions.

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Michael West is Young Chef of the Year finalist

Level 3 Professional Cookery student Michael West made the final of the British Culinary Foundation (BCF) Young Chef of the Year 2014.

Student Elliot makes BCF Young Chef of the Year final

FdA Professional Cookery student Elliot Lawn has been named a finalist of the British Culinary Federation Young Chef of the Year competition.

Nathan nails chance to represent UK in prestigious Bocuse d'Or

UCB's College of Food is brimming with pride with news that one of its freshly-graduated young chefs is to represent the UK in the most prestigious culinary competition in the world.

Syd wins BCF award

UCB staff member Syd Adkins Fouracre has been presented with the Ken Fraser Memorial Award by the British Culinary Foundation (BCF).

'Love Food, Hate Waste' UCB student challenge 2015

UCB is calling for students across the university to showcase their culinary creativity when working with leftover food and minimising wastage by participating in the ‘Love Food, Hate Waste’ challenge.

UCB is a member of The Big Hoot parliament

Birmingham has seen an increase of owls this summer, courtesy of Wild in Art’s The Big Hoot event.

Trainee chef meets cooking legend Marco Pierre White

Trainee chef Nathan Lane picked up some tops tips from a culinary legend when he attended a cooking master class.

Mikey Summerville

Mikey Summerville is the Head of Culinary Education for Mitchells & Butlers, where he has worked for the last 14 years, in a spectrum of roles across the learning and talent development function.

The Craft Guild of Chefs Graduate Awards

A top culinary guild broke with tradition to hold its prestigious graduate awards outside London for the first time – at University College Birmingham.

Graduate Nathan and Team UK secure top 10 finish at Bocuse d'Or world final

A team of chefs including a University College Birmingham graduate have secured a top 10 finish in the final of the world's most prestigious culinary competition.

'Minimising Food Wastage' UCB student competition 2015

UCB is calling for students across the university to showcase their culinary creativity by utilising stale or leftover bread in delicious dishes – therefore minimising food wastage by participating in this this new cookery competition.

UCB unveils new, state-of-the-art Health Hub

On Monday 6 March Vice-Chancellor and Principal, Professor Ray Linforth, cut the ribbon at the official opening of UCB's new Health Hub.

Students show off skills in Spanish gastronomy showcase at The Chefs' Forum event

Aspiring young chefs from University College Birmingham had the chance to show off their culinary talents and meet with top industry professionals at a networking event in Edgbaston this week.

MasterChef champ and ex-student Dan set for summer street food gig

MasterChef: The Professionals champion Dan Lee is back on home turf to launch a residency at Hockley Social Club – just around the corner from where he started his culinary training at University College Birmingham.

UCB helps in search for latest Roux Scholar

Details of a prestigious competition to find the next chef to follow in the footsteps of some of the country’s top culinary stars have been announced with the UCB kitchens once again being used to host one of the finals.

Fiercely-fought Cook and Serve Challenge won by UCB for second year running

Students Samuel Reynolds, Connor Smith and Georgia Wheatley have taken the crown at the British Culinary Federation’s (BCF) Cook and Serve Challenge 2018, the second year in a row UCB has won the prestigious competition.

Masterclass pupils cook up a treat with maple syrup

Masterclass pupils cook up a treat with maple syrup A group of Dudley schoolchildren were the latest to experience a UCB culinary masterclass as they worked with chefs to cook spicy jerk chicken burgers with maple slaw.

Chef Lecturer

Ibrahim Bellal

University hosts sustainability event at state-of-the-art sustainable construction centre

Held at University College Birmingham's new Sustainable Construction Centre, the event was a part of the Greater Birmingham Chambers of Commerce’s flagship campaign: Sustainable Business Series. In attendance were industry leaders and changemakers passionate about achieving net zero targets.

Chef lecturer Richard prepares for Chef of the Year finals

Richard Dutton, Chef Lecturer at UCB’s College of Food, has been selected for the final round of the British Culinary Federation (BCF) Chef of the Year award. He will be joined by fellow chefs from some of the most highly…

Record year of competition success for UCB's College of Food

UCB’s College of Food is celebrating a record year of achievement in national and international competitions for 2015-16.

Wonder Woman body art to beautiful bridal hair - UCB wins big at National Make-up Awards

Budding hair and make-up artists from University College Birmingham have scooped a huge haul of awards at a national industry competition.

Yuk Ha Wicky Cheung

Raring to go for her master’s at University College Birmingham, Yuk first needed to develop her English ready for study.

Lecturer

Mike Edwards

Yasmine Selwood

Mum-of-four Yasmine wowed the judges on TV show MasterChef by preparing for them the same menu that helped her complete her foundation degree.

UCB chef apprentices triumph at Hotelympia competitions - what a way to mark National Apprentice Week!

Every UCB chef apprentice competing at the biggest foodservice and hospitality show in the UK has come home with either a gold or silver medal – what a way to celebrate National Apprenticeship Week!

Omkar Gaikwad

Indian student Omkar has been passionate about food since he was little, helping his mum make traditional breakfasts and sweets from the age of six.

Katie prepares to cook up a storm at FutureChef competition

All eyes will be on UCB apprentice Katie Cooper tomorrow (February 4) when she competes at the regional final of the Springboard FutureChef competition.

Apprenticeship Account Lead

Stuart Wildsmith

Chef Lecturer

Ashley Probert

Lecturer

Paul Mohan

Award-winning Nitisha dhal-ighted to launch vegan and vegetarian cookery book

A UCB graduate chef and former face of Tesco’s Indian Convenience Meal range is about to launch a vegan and vegetarian cookery book following the global success of her first book.

Catarina embraces superfoods to make Peruvian young chef final

A budding student chef used everything from umami king oyster mushroom scallops to caramel coated chia seeds to win a place in the finals of a national Peruvian food challenge.

Account Lead Professional Cookery and Hospitality

Stuart Wildsmith

Nitisha is left "speechless" by new book

A cookery book penned by a former UCB student will soon be taking its place on the shelves of two major high street retailers.

Renowned chef awarded Honorary Fellowship by UCB

Renowned chef Brian Turner was among six outstanding candidates to be awarded an Honorary Fellowship at this years' graduation at UCB.

Gym facilities

Our state-of-the-art gyms are open to University College Birmingham students, staff and alumni, with a range of membership options available.

University is crème de la crème with national hospitality and catering apprenticeships award

University College Birmingham took home the Hospitality and Catering Provider of the Year award at the nationally recognised AAC Apprenticeship Awards. Held as part of the AAC FE Week yearly conference, the judges acknowledged the quality of placement offered by…

Claire Hutchings

As one of the youngest finalists on MasterChef: The Professionals, Claire honed and sharpened her skills at University College Birmingham.

Vending machine challenge brings new ideas to the table

Researching, developing and launching a brand new product for the vending industry was all in a day's work for UCB students when they went head-to-head in an annual competition.

Ex-UCB student Monty wows the judges on BBC's MasterChef: The Professionals

A former student chef at University College Birmingham has wowed TV judges to reach the Knockout Week in the latest series of BBC show MasterChef: The Professionals.

Andreas Antona awarded Honorary Doctorate

Michelin star chef, Andreas Antona, has been awarded an Honorary Doctorate at the recent University College Birmingham (UCB) Awards Congregations.

High school students are food product development pioneers

Year 11 students from Brooke Weston Academy have been experimenting with food product development in UCB’s new Food Science and Innovation Suite.

Graduates praise value of industry experience at hired@UCB placement fair

Graduates from University College Birmingham were back on campus seeking the next generation of students to take on valuable industry placements.

Aviation students land new facilities as UCB flies high as Centre of Excellence

Aviation students across degree and college courses at UCB are set to benefit from exciting new simulation facilities, including a state-of-the-art, mock plane cabin.

Michelin-starred UCB graduate's restaurant named one of the best in UK

Brad Carter, University College Birmingham graduate and Michelin-starred chef, has had his restaurant named as one...

Becca a class act as senior tutor at Raymond Blanc cookery school

A former UCB student has been cooking up a storm on stage at a string of festivals - including BBC Countryfile Live - over the summer before heading back to the classroom.

Katie beats thousands to win place in FutureChef final

One of UCB's most talented young chefs has secured her place in the final of the Springboard FutureChef competition.

Anthony triumphs at "special" Craft Guild of Chefs Awards

The College of Food’s Anthony Wright has won Chef Lecturer of the Year at the 25th anniversary Craft Guild of Chefs Awards.

Contractors move in to develop University's new sustainable construction centre

Work on University College Birmingham's new state-of-the-art sustainable construction skills centre is now officially underway with the appointment of GMI Construction Group.

Blog | Top 10 news stories of 2023

In 2023, students and alumni won even more awards and even topped a Good Food Guide list, while our Restaurant at Birmingham College of Food made it big on the map of places to eat out in the region. Read…

UCB summer school for new chefs

The next generation of chefs have been brushing up on their practical cookery at a special summer school at University College Birmingham.

Bakery Lecturer

Eustaquio Barrera

The heat is on to find Young Chef of the Year

On Friday 21 February, the UCB kitchens were hotting up as Wing Yip, the UK's leading Oriental superstore, held the heats for Young Chef of the Year for the second year running.

Hunt for Young Chef Begins

Leading Oriental food grocer Wing Yip has launched its 2014 search to find the finest Young Chef for Oriental Cuisine.

UCB confers honorary fellowship on Michelin-star chef Glynn Purnell

Michelin-star chef Glynn Purnell swapped his chef whites and toque for a gown and mortar board when he was conferred with an honorary fellowship by University College Birmingham.

Senior Lecturer

Richard Taylor

Lecturer

Nicky Leach

Katie beats 9,000 students to title of FutureChef champion

Perseverance has paid off for UCB apprentice Katie Cooper after she beat more than 9,000 students to be named winner of Springboard's FutureChef competition.

Oar-inspiring prize for FutureChef Katie

Katie Cooper, a UCB student who is on a placement at Michelin-starred Carters of Moseley, spent a day with the Sodexo team at Henley Royal Regatta as part of her first prize for winning Springboard's FutureChef 2017 competition.

UCB takes the crown at Zest Quest Asia competition

A trio of UCB trainee chefs will enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime trip to Japan after being crowned winners of Zest Quest Asia 2017.

Future's bright for Stephanie as LED lights bring victory at national competition

UCB's talented make-up artist student Stephanie Harrison, has once again been victorious at a national competition, thanks to an inspired body art design which incorporated LED lights, UV paint and funky foam.

French students become cream tea experts on jam-packed exchange

More than 40 French students not only had the chance to improve their English during an exchange hosted by UCB, they also learnt the very British art of making a proper cream tea.

Department of Health

Our Department of Health courses include degrees in Nursing and Physiotherapy, backed by state-of-the-art simulation facilities on campus, including a six-bed hospital ward and simulated community environment.

Bakery wins big at NEC Salon Display

Bakery students attended The Hospitality Show in the NEC to participate in the Salon Display competition, where bakery professionals showcase works of art made from marzipan, sugar craft, pastillage, chocolate and bread.

McIntyre House opens its doors to new and returning students

This week McIntyre House officially opens its doors to UCB students. New and returning students excitedly entered our new state-of-the-art campus and were clearly delighted and impressed with the new facilities.

Aviation and Tourism Suite

Students on our aviation, travel and tourism courses have use of our exciting new aviation simulation facilities, including a state-of-the-art mock plane cabin on campus.

Student Blog | Top five anime of 2022

As the year is approaching its end, we are able to look back on the anime industry’s most significant achievements, from its truly unique storytelling that never fails to captivate the viewers with its use of beautiful, dark and humorous…

Gastronomy students meet award-winning winemaker on Midlands vineyard visit

Students from University College Birmingham had the chance to meet an award-winning winemaker and sample wine from a rare style of production while on a visit to a Midlands vineyard.

Bakery student wins trip to Mars thanks to winning vegan snack balls

One lucky University College Birmingham student had the chance to go to Mars – the food manufacturer, that is! – after winning a recipe competition with a creative selection of vegan snack balls.

University brings computer science to life to encourage girls into tech careers

Girls from city schools are set to perform a virtual reality patient healthcheck, take part in a ‘Wall Street’ trade-off and create digital art over a day of activities to promote women in tech at University College Birmingham.

UCB hosts celebrity chef 'Taste it Don't Waste it' competition

The University hosted a celebrity cook-off event in order to help raise awareness of how households can save money by using leftover food to create delicious meals.

Team UK stage Bocuse d'Or run through at UCB

The UK team bidding for glory at the Bocuse d’Or, the world’s most prestigious chef competition, staged a practice run for sponsors and supporters at University College Birmingham.

Intrepid students spend summer before graduation volunteering in Africa

Two former UCB students have returned from an African adventure that involved them volunteering at an orphanage and teaching at a school.

Creative student team gets Commonwealth Games athletes ready for the cameras

From flag nail art and make-up to barbering and Afro braiding, a creative team of University College Birmingham students is getting the world’s top athletes ready for the cameras at the 2022 Commonwealth Games.

Department of Creative Industries

Our Department of Creative Industries covers an array of specialist courses in areas including hair, make-up and aesthetics, supported by excellent practical facilities including our state-of-the-art prosthetics studio and on-site aesthetics clinic.

UCB's Zest Quest Asia champions shine spotlight on sustainable future for food industry

A triumphant team of student chefs from University College Birmingham set a shining example for sustainability in the food industry on their way to winning a national cooking contest.

UCB is a Toque d'OR grand finalist

Following months of preparation, training and hard work the UCB team has made it to the Nestlé Toque d’Or 2015 final.

Kapow! Pupils unmask food 'superpowers' at UCB for International Chefs Day

Cookery students from a Wolverhampton high school unmasked the 'superpowers' of food and karate chopped unhealthy diets at a UCB event to mark International Chefs Day.

SORTED Food featured in '30 under 30'

SORTED Food has been ranked 4th in The Guardian's video '30 under 30: The top young people in digital media'.

Student chefs battle it out for top turkey prize

Student chefs from colleges across the country competed at UCB in a live cook-off to be crowned Student Chef of the Year in the 2014 British Turkey Awards.

Kings and queens of the leftovers

Students cooked up some inventive, tasty soups to show families how they can save up to £700 a year by using discarded food.

UCB Chefs Victorious at British Cookery Championships

University College Birmingham student and staff Chefs are victorious after winning an incredible amount of awards at the British Cookery Championships, held as part of The Hospitality Show this week.

New Year New President

The start of the 2013 academic year also sees the start of new UCB Guild president’s term in office.

Students Celebrate at Hong Kong Graduation

One hundred and thirty three Graduands from Hong Kong, China, Macau and Thailand have been officially rewarded for their achievements at the University College Birmingham International Awards Congregation which took place on Sunday 30 June at the JW Marriott, Pacific…

Senior Lecturer in Postgraduate and CPD

Daniel Evans

UCB Enters Partnership Agreement with Prestigious Indian Institution

On Monday 27 February UCB signed a partnership agreement with the Kohinoor International Management Institute (KIMI) at the Kohinoor Continental Hotel, in Mumbai, India.

Simpsons master Luke Tipping shares expertise with student chefs on running Michelin-starred restaurant

Food students at University College Birmingham have had the chance to gain expert insight from a top chef at one of the city's most prestigious restaurants.

Street food star Naomi shares wisdom after securing city centre contract

A University College Birmingham graduate who launched her own street food business in the heart of Birmingham returned to UCB to share her success story to inspire current students.

Star chef Marco Pierre White shares wealth of experience with students on special UCB visit

University College Birmingham students had the chance to gain unique insight into the world of food and hospitality during a special visit from one of the UK's most celebrated chefs.

Schoolgirl Jo wins chance to shadow TV chef as UCB Young Chef of the Year

Schoolgirl Jo Dainton has won the chance to shadow a Michelin-starred TV chef after being crowned winner of UCB’s Young Chef of the Year 2018 competition.

The Michelin star restaurant staffed entirely by UCB trained chefs

It’s the newly-crowned Michelin star restaurant where all the chefs trained at University College Birmingham. Chef/proprietor Brad Carter rightly made the headlines when his neighbourhood Birmingham restaurant was awarded its first star last week.

Top food hygiene awards for UCB chefs

Following the unprecedented success UCB had at the British Cookery Championships Live Final in January, two more awards have been gained from the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH) by a student and a lecturer.

UCB students shine at Great Hospitality Show

A former paramedic turned trainee baker and a student chef with a taste for korma cheesecake were among UCB's big winners at the Great Hospitality Show at the NEC.

Amazing Canadian placement took Naomi out of her comfort zone

Naomi Morris always wanted to go to Canada but feared the costs, visa difficulties and her limited kitchen skills would hamper a “long-haul” student hospitality placement.

Students get top tips and advice for getting ahead in the jobs market

A UCB graduate who runs Europe’s biggest online cooking community told students he uses the skills he learned at university “every single day.”

Heat is on to find best young chef in the Midlands

University College Birmingham is calling on talented young cooks to enter its annual Young Chef of the Year competition.

Savvy students make their mark at BSEEN five-day employability boot camp hosted by UCB

Five ambitious students at UCB are joining a formidable group of young people from across Newman University, Birmingham City University and Aston University to take part in a five-day business boot camp at McIntyre House this week.

UCB unveils £2m centre to train top food industry talent

University College Birmingham has unveiled a new £2 million high-tech food hub to train the next generation of industry professionals.

Ex-student chefs go head to head for Great British Menu glory

Two top chefs who trained at University College Birmingham have gone head to head in the latest series of a BBC professional cooking contest.

UCB welcomes leading Swedish chef

Top Swedish chef Douglas Spiik has been sharing the secrets of his success during a two-day masterclass at UCB.

UCB hosts first Commonwealth Day dinner

UCB opened its doors to welcome local diplomats and representatives to the Birmingham Commonwealth Association’s first Commonwealth Day dinner.

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.

Blog | What’s great about having a Warwick accredited degree, and how do students benefit from the partnership?

At present, the University of Warwick is accrediting over 30 courses that can be studied full-time and part-time. These cover a wide variety of subjects, including aviation, business, food, marketing, early years, events, finance and sport.

Chef graduates who found love on degree make Britain's 100 best local restaurants

Tropea Italian restaurant has been named among Britain's 100 Best Local Restaurants in the Good Food Guide - and it all started with a love story at University College Birmingham.

University kitchens to host Roux Scholarship after getting green light for autumn

The prestigious Roux Scholarship is to finally go ahead at University College Birmingham this autumn having been delayed twice due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Warwick vice-chancellor welcomes students to “second academic home” at partnership celebration

Over 50 University College Birmingham students were guests of honour at an event to celebrate an exciting new partnership with the University of Warwick – designed to have far-reaching benefits for learners from all backgrounds and the wider economy.

Sushi, Students and Sugar Work Stole the Show at The Chefs' Forum in Birmingham!

Monday (9) October saw high profile hospitality professionals and young chefs gather at Rofuto Japanese Sushi Restaurant at the top of Park Regis Hotel in Birmingham's bustling city centre.

New knowledge exchange hub to boost food sustainability and healthy eating in Birmingham

A new knowledge exchange hub designed to help address issues around healthy eating, food justice and food system sustainability is being launched at University College Birmingham as part of a regional collaboration.

Apprentices working at top Birmingham restaurants win record haul of medals at Hotelympia

University College Birmingham chef apprentices working at Michelin-starred restaurants and other venues across the region have come away with a record medal haul from the Hotelympia skills competition – an achievement described as “exceptional”.

Bumper roundup: celebrating another cracking year for our college of food

In 2023, students and alumni won even more awards and even topped a Good Food Guide list, while our Restaurant at Birmingham College of Food made it big on the map of places to eat out in the region. Read…

Yasmine serves up university exam menu to bag MasterChef quarter-final spot

A University College Birmingham student has wowed the judges on TV show MasterChef by preparing for them the same menu that helped her complete her foundation degree.

Valentine's visit to Atrium for husband-and-wife chefs who first met at UCB more than 40 years ago

It’s the love story between two budding chefs that began at University College Birmingham - and is still going strong more than four decades on.

Head of Department College of Food

Prof Kali Davidson

Kitchen facilities

Used for top chef competitions and demonstrations, our industry-standard kitchens provide a real working environment for our budding student chefs to hone their skills.

College of Food assistant dean to cook up new adventures after being made Honorary Fellow

One of the biggest influences on the modern-day success of Birmingham College of Food at University College Birmingham has been made an Honorary Fellow of the University – and is now cooking up plans for new adventures.

First Michelin Star for Solihull restaurant run by Birmingham College of Food graduate

An acclaimed local restaurant run by a University College Birmingham graduate has been honoured with its first Michelin Star – just one year after opening.

Professional cookery students get a masterclass in venison

Professional cookery students were given a masterclass in venison by a deer stalker and a visiting head chef.

The Duke of Cambridge Visits University College Birmingham

The Duke of Cambridge visited University College Birmingham today to speak to students – and be presented with a surprise cake and sugar-crafted Aston Villa kit for his son, Prince George.

Food Science and Innovation Suite

Replicating real industry environments, our Food Science and Innovation Suite comprises specialist kitchens, a sensory evaluation room, pilot plant and other facilities.

Teaming up with city universities for 'Brum Goes Green' sustainability week

University College Birmingham has teamed up with two other universities for a week-long campaign to encourage sustainability, reduce food waste and help clean up the city.

Blues Ladies get cooking at UCB to kick-off sweet new sponsorship

Players from Birmingham City Ladies Football Club kicked-off their new sponsorship deal with The Federation of Quebec Maple Syrup Producers with an exclusive cooking session at UCB.

Pupils explore versatility of maple syrup as part of ambassador visit

Year nine and 10 cookery students were invited to explore the versatility of maple syrup as part of a whistle-stop visit to UCB by an ambassador for the famous Canadian export.

Teaching The Vamps lead singer to make cocktails - all in a day's work for UCB's Georgia!

It's not every day you get to show the lead singer of one of your favourite bands how to make cocktails – but that's exactly what happened to UCB student Georgia Wheatley.

Amber bound for Brazil after winning national Toque d'Or competition

A student who took a leap of faith to study at University College Birmingham is bound for Brazil having brought a top trophy back to her adopted home.

Welcome to the first newsletter of 2017 dedicated to alumni from UCB's College of Food!

We are excited to let you know about various activities, projects, talks and events that you can get involved with as a University College Birmingham alumni.

Ex-student Dan dubbed ‘star in the making’ after scooping MasterChef: The Professionals title

He's been crowned the latest MasterChef champion and been described as a 'star in the making' – and it all began at University College Birmingham for Dan Lee.

UCB and TUCO Academy deliver a smash hit meat-free masterclass

University College Birmingham and The University Caterers Organisation (TUCO) have teamed up to deliver a day-long practical workshop on creative menu ideas to cater for one of the fastest-growing consumer groups in the UK. TUCO Academy’s UCB Masterclass on Creative…

Caviar and Chips encourages investment in students to mark World Youth Skills Day

An award-winning bespoke wedding catering company has called on businesses to invest in the next generation after a series of successful work placements with students from University College Birmingham.

Praise for student chefs as UCB's WelcomeFest kicks off new academic year in style

Award-winning chef Aktar Islam has praised University College Birmingham’s budding food stars after opening UCB’s very own street food festival during a week of special events to launch the new academic year.

University College Birmingham and NEC launch lifeline for food and hospitality workers

A training hub jam-packed with vital support for food and hospitality professionals struggling due to the pandemic is being launched by University College Birmingham in partnership with the NEC Group.

Student chefs turn 'wonky veg' into delicious dishes for Waste Free Day

Young chefs from University College Birmingham helped turn wonky-looking vegetables into a delicious free lunch for the people of Birmingham as part of a week-long sustainability campaign.

UCB students dish up experience of their prize trip to Japan

With over 10,000 UK restaurants now offering Asian food, it's no wonder Zest Quest Asia – the brainchild of top Indian chef Cyrus Todiwala OBE – is dubbed "the student chef's competition for the 21st century".

Bermuda

Detailed country-specific information regarding entry requirements, English requirements and applications at University College Birmingham.

Keeley rises to the challenge at bakery awards

There was double delight for one trainee baker after her mouth-watering breads won plaudits at two competitions in one week.

Shortlisted for University of the Year in Student Choice Awards

University College Birmingham has been shortlisted for University of the Year in the 2022 Whatuni Student Choice Awards (WUSCA), the leading higher education awards ceremony based solely on student choice.

Second successive University of the Year crown up for grabs as institution scoops nine award nominations

University College Birmingham is in the running for an incredible nine accolades at the 2023 Whatuni Student Choice Awards (WUSCA) – and could be named University of the Year for the second year in a row.

Students support Whitworths on development of new vegan Protein By Nature range

University College Birmingham students have put their food training into action by supporting a top industry firm in the development of a new range of vegan products.

Sweet dreams are a trifle for UCB

Chefs at University College Birmingham made little Connie Thorne's sweet dreams come true by making her a giant strawberry trifle.

Mondelez International and University College Birmingham join forces to create the chocolatiers of the future

Two trainee bakers are savouring the sweet taste of success as the first-ever chocolate apprentices at Mondelēz International, the home of Cadbury, in Birmingham.

Food, Glorious Food

School pupils got a taste of the varied career paths available in the food industry at a special event featuring hands-on workshops at UCB.

Student Blog | Applicant Days v Open Days – what’s the difference?

Some students think that because they have been to an open day, they won’t bother going to an applicant day. Find out why you should.

Hong Kong graduates celebrate achievements

Almost 200 graduands in Hong Kong have been awarded their degrees at a graduation ceremony this summer.

First graduands from University College Birmingham and University of Warwick partnership graduate

University College Birmingham graduands on University of Warwick accredited courses will be celebrating today, marking the first successful graduating cohort from the partnership between the two universities.

Lecturers savour success after winning inter-university cooking challenge

A determined duo of lecturers from UCB are savouring success after winning one of the UK's top cooking challenges for university chefs – over half a decade since they last cooked competitively.

Alumni stars make their mark at city restaurants as Birmingham named ‘most exciting food destination’

Former students from University College Birmingham have helped three city venues to bag a place among the 20 most exciting restaurants in the UK as ranked by the prestigious Good Food Guide.

UCB holds Food Launch event to promote new GCSE

UCB worked with the Food Teacher’s Centre to host a special GCSE Food Launch event in preparation for the new GCSE Food Preparation and Nutrition, which will be taught in schools as of September 2016.

Exciting new international partnership could see enriched opportunities for staff and students

An exciting new collaboration between University College Birmingham and Changsha Commerce and Tourism College could see opportunities to broaden horizons for both students and staff at both institutions.

University bakers back the Great Birmingham Bun

Bakery students at University College Birmingham are putting their best foot forward helping to produce a sweet treat for fun runners.

India

Detailed country-specific information regarding entry requirements, English requirements and applications at University College Birmingham.

Chef Shropshall to mentor FutureChef finalists

UCB chef lecturer Mat Shropshall will mentor the winners of the local Springboard FutureChef competition to prepare them for the regional final.

University restaurant best for business networking in Midlands hospitality awards

Our award-winning Restaurant at Birmingham College of Food is officially the best place in the Midlands for businesses to network over great food, drink and service.

Boss of five-star luxury hotel returns to University to offer placement opportunities

A University College Birmingham graduate who has managed some of the UK's most famous luxury hotels has returned to seek out the next generation of hospitality stars for exciting career opportunities.

Lecturer

Mathew Shropshall

Students get a taste of working life at top European destinations

Ambitious FE students are being urged to apply for coveted free work placements at top European destinations.

MasterChef champion and entrepreneurial ex-student share stories with Professional Chef trainees

A former MasterChef champion and an entrepreneurial College of Food alumna came onto campus to share their experiences with future chefs studying at University College Birmingham.

Chips for charity! Maltings students launch fast food firm to fight homelessness in Birmingham

An enterprising group of students at University College Birmingham have been serving up fast food feasts during the coronavirus pandemic to help raise money for a local charity supporting homeless people in the city.

Blog | Unlocking apprenticeship success with employers

National Apprenticeship Week celebrates the achievements of apprentices around the UK. Our Interim Director of Apprenticeships, Samantha King, has written here about how employers can maximise their success from apprenticeships by working with training providers such as University College Birmingham.…

Algeria

Detailed country-specific information regarding entry requirements, English requirements and applications at University College Birmingham.

Kali gets teeth into role as new head of Birmingham College of Food

The first female head of the University's renowned Birmingham College of Food has shared her plans to work even closer with the regional food and hospitality industry in her exciting, but challenging, new role.

Top of their game alumni return to share journeys with CAM students

The boss of a renowned Latin American casual dining chain, the only fully-certified, female sommelier in Birmingham and the restaurant manager of celebrity haunt The Ivy - three UCB alumni had students on the edge of their seats when they…

Louis lifts the title at inaugural Student Chef of the Year contest

A brand new competition featuring some of the brightest young chefs in the country has been won by a talented student from University College Birmingham.

Food, glorious food! Student chefs and bakers serving up feast of awards for 2023

From brilliant bakers to super seafood chefs and a patisserie prize-winner, food students from University College Birmingham have been enjoying a feast of competitive successes and memorable experiences this year.

University training restaurant retains AA Highly Commended College Rosette

University College Birmingham's acclaimed training restaurant has once again been awarded the top prize from The AA College Rosette Scheme.

Baking star Katie honoured with Freedom of the Worshipful Company of Bakers

She's been crowned a rising star at the baking industry 'Oscars' and secured a role with a top luxury cake maker – and now University College Birmingham graduate Katie Garrett has received another esteemed accolade.

New international partnership opens up skills and development opportunities for students in India

University College Birmingham has committed to the upskilling and development of students in India through a new partnership with one of the country’s largest states.

Hong Kong

Detailed country-specific information regarding entry requirements, English requirements and applications at University College Birmingham.

Mental health and wellbeing service

Our mental health and wellbeing service is committed to helping you access the most appropriate support and information, including mental health advice and counselling.

How a hash brown TikTok led to recipe book deal for apprentice Poppy

A University College Birmingham chef apprentice who amassed over a million social media followers after sharing a video on making hash browns is to see her first recipe book go on sale later this year.

Bakery students kick-start student ambassador role with scarily good Halloween recipes

Two trainee bakery technologists from University College Birmingham have been busy creating Halloween recipes for everything from petrifying pumpkin profiteroles to bleeding brain muffins to kick-start their role as student ambassadors for a global bakery supplier.

The French Ambassador visits UCB

The French Ambassador to the UK, Mr Bernard Emié, met UCB food service students during an official visit to Birmingham.

Mark Ewins

Having worked in technical and development managerial roles for top firms like Cadbury and Unilever, lecturer Mark reveals how this degree will open many industry doors for students.

Four alumni return to find UCB transformed - 49 years after graduating

After graduating UCB in 1978, Mike Coombs and Mike Butler kept in touch via yearly Christmas cards. Last year, they managed to track down two more ex-classmates over the internet – over five decades since they all first started their…

China

Detailed country-specific information regarding entry requirements, English requirements and applications at University College Birmingham.

Progress to Postgrad

Elevate your career prospects with our accredited postgraduate degrees. Enhance your CV, skills, and knowledge while standing out in a competitive job market.

Masterclasses

These sessions give you and your students an interactive taster of our degree courses from our academic teaching staff.

Student chef trio take Zest Quest Asia podium – and are crowned sustainability champs

A trio of student chefs are off on an incredible educational trip abroad after being hailed overall runners up in a national Asian cooking competition – also scooping first prize for producing virtually no waste.

Springboard's FutureChef winners are future UCB students

The winner and runner-up of the West Midlands Regional Final of FutureChef 2015 will be attending UCB as Professional Cookery students in September this year.

Schoolchildren discover How Healthy Food Works at UCB event for International Chefs Day

A group of budding young chefs discovered the many benefits of healthy eating as part of an event at University College Birmingham to mark International Chefs Day.

Great start to the summer for NSS winners (1)

Fifteen lucky students won big for taking part in the 2015 National Student Survey (NSS). After 64% of UCB students completed the survey, submitting their views and opinions of UCB, the winners’ names were drawn at random and awarded prizes…

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International winner and Uni of the Year runner-up in student choice awards

University College Birmingham has won the International award and was crowned University of the Year runner-up in the 2023 Whatuni Student Choice Awards (WUSCA), the leading higher education awards based solely on student choice.

Alumni return to Summer Row after 40 years

A group of UCB graduates from the 1970s returned to Summer Row for a stroll down memory lane.

Emily crowned University College Birmingham Young Chef of the Year 2017

A schoolgirl whose chocolate dessert would "grace any restaurant" has been crowned University College Birmingham's Young Chef of the Year 2017.

UCB students know how to act FAST to save lives

Four students helped to save a man by calling an ambulance when they realised he was showing the symptoms of a life-threatening medical condition.

University of the Year in 2022 national student choice awards

University College Birmingham has won University of the Year in the 2022 Whatuni Student Choice Awards (WUSCA), the leading higher education awards based solely on student choice.

Brazil

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World-famous Italian sculptor captivates after dropping into UCB to see his work

World-famous Italian sculptor Lorenzo Quinn got to hear why UCB chose his Leap of Faith masterpiece to display in McIntyre House during an impromptu visit to the University.

Barchester Homes 'Chef of the Year' heat

Barchester Homes used UCB's kitchen facilities to host their competition for 'Chef of the Year' award 2014 as part of their annual care awards.

Hunt for UK's Best Oriental Young Chef is Back for 2015

Leading Oriental grocer Wing Yip has launched its annual search for the UK's top Oriental Cookery Young Chef.

It's a fair crop as students turn over a new leaf

Trainee chefs gained an insight into the world of micro leaves during a visit to Britain’s biggest grower of the speciality crop.

PGCE Immersion Weeks

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

Indian celebrity chef praises "world-beating" UCB

An acclaimed celebrity chef from India made a whistle-stop tour of UCB’s food education and training facilities – and declared them world class.

Talented young chefs graduate from Saturday academies

Food-loving schoolchildren have completed expert academies at UCB, boosting their bakery and cookery skills while learning about healthy eating.

Tutors to receive raft of benefits in new partnership with top professional body

Teaching staff for further education students at University College Birmingham are set to receive an array of professional development opportunities thanks to a new partnership with the Society for Education and Training (SET).

Golden anniversary celebrations get underway!

From 50p breakfasts, gold dust coffee, a celebration selfie photobooth, prize-winning chocolates for students and special cupcakes for staff to a pop-up shop selling exclusive 50th merchandise, golden anniversary celebrations are officially underway at UCB!

Record year for student satisfaction at UCB

University College Birmingham is celebrating its best ever scores in the National Student Survey.

Bocuse d'Or UK Academy officially launched with support from UCB

It's been on the table for a few years, but organisers of the UK team for the prestigious Bocuse d'Or global gastronomy competition have finally realised their dream of becoming an academy.

Naomi Donald

Since graduating, Naomi has been instrumental in reducing youth violence, raising educational aspirations and developing pioneering research.

Kate Lamb

Kate couldn’t be more excited about introducing this first-of-its-kind degree designed to launch a host of careers in the education of primary-aged children.

Lecturer

Christine Alberto

Physiotherapy Lecturer

Jaylan Rahmatullah

Sports lecturer Joe to appear on hit show Food Unwrapped

Sports therapy lecturer Joe Matthews is set to appear on an hour-long special of the hit Channel 4 show Food Unwrapped, starring farmer and much-loved TV personality Jimmy Doherty.

Lecturer

Vicki Beswick

Luke flies flag for England at Young Chef Olympiad in India

A University College Birmingham student is battling it out with star young chefs from around the globe at a prestigious worldwide competition this week.

Millie marvels as UCB students sweep the board

Extra hours of hard work paid off for student Millie Tibbins after she scooped second place in one of the country’s most prestigious competitions for young chefs.

UCB attempts record-breaking fourth win at Nestlé Professional Toque d'Or

University College Birmingham is on the verge of making history as it seeks a fourth win at the Nestlé Professional Toque d'Or competition – something no catering college in the UK has done before.

Ooh la la! Parisian chef gives masterclass in French cooking to UCB Professional Cookery apprentices and Chef Lecturers

Chef lecturers and apprentices at UCB were taught the crème de la crème of sophisticated French cuisine last week in a masterclass delivered by Phillippe Baillergeant, esteemed chef at the Jean-Drouant Hotel School of Paris.

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Roux Scholarship regional final held at UCB

University College Birmingham hosted one of the regional finals of the prestigious Roux Scholarship 2015.  Six of the 18 finalists worked in the university’s industry-standard kitchens to attempt this year’s challenge, with the remainder of the participants competing in a…

The circus comes to UCB

Specialist Hair & Media Make-up students turned an open day into a circus as part of a creative showcase module.

Pupils join International Chefs Day with stir-fry challenge at UCB

Budding kitchen stars got some top tips on healthy cooking when they took part in International Chefs Day at University College Birmingham.

Students collaborate on foodie photoshoot

UCB Food and Consumer Management teamed up with photography students at Sandwell College to create professional photographs for recipes they created.

UCB chefs in the running for Young Seafood Chef of the Year 2015

Professional Cookery students Timothy Jones and Bozhidar Ivanov are perfecting their cookery skills in preparation for the grand final of Young Seafood Chef of the Year 2015 after winning a regional heat at City College, Norwich.

UCB compete in Toque d'Or Final

Following 8 months of preparation, training and hard work the UCB team (pictured with lecturers) have once again competed in the Nestle Toque d’Or final.

FCM Students Love Food Hate Waste

First Year Food and Consumer Management students have joined forces with WRAP and their Love Food Hate Waste campaign to produce quick, easy recipes which use the food leftovers which are so often thrown away.

From dad’s 50th KFC bucket cake to pastry sensations at Michelin Guide restaurant

An award-winning graduate chef who decided against A-levels in law or politics to follow her deep passion for baking has been snapped up by a Michelin Guide restaurant run by another former University College Birmingham student.

UCB celebrates record-breaking win at the Nestlé Professional Toque d'Or Competition

Success! UCB celebrates record-breaking win at the Nestlé Professional Toque d'Or for the fourth year in a row.

Above and Beyond: Widening Participation for Apprenticeship Learners within Health and Social Care

Jane Murdoch and Aaron Bradbury based in the School of Education, Health and Community have had this article published in FE News.

Bethanie secures "dream placement" to support LGBTQ+ community

A student who struggled to find support with her gender identity is closer to setting up her own organisation after clinching a “dream placement” with a Birmingham charity.

Students get creative in Zambia

Two UCB students travelled to Zambia as part of an initiative to provide recreational and educational activities to children in rural Africa.

UCB students ensure Tourism Symposium is the place to be

More than 100 movers and shakers from the tourism industry shared insights into everything from festivals to film tourism when they met at UCB.

Lecturer in Hospitality and Tourism (HE)

Nancy Mpofu

Lecturer in Sport, Coaching and Fitness

William Crossen

Bakery and confectionery facilities

Our baking and product development laboratories feature the very latest equipment, while our Cakes and Bakes shop sells a wide range of baked goods made by our students.

New free app to guide young people through UCB courses and careers

Teenagers can get a taste of further education at UCB without leaving home, thanks to an exciting new app. BeMe@UCB provides a fun, interactive look at the varied career paths open to students, whether it is working in tourism, childcare,…

Nathan uses his loaf in the Sandwich World Cup

Student chef Nathan Lane is bidding to become the world’s best sandwich maker with a gastronomic flight of fancy.

Students set healthy eating example for next generation on International Chefs Day

Students have served up a shining example of healthy eating to inspire the next generation of chefs as part of an annual event held at University College Birmingham.

College of Food and The Atrium receive highest praise to retain gold accreditations

One of the UK’s top quality assurance organisations has described University College Birmingham as “one of the best, if not the best, catering colleges in the UK” in its assessment for two of the highest awards for colleges.

Work of hired@UCB leads to rise in internships across the pond

Dedication on the part of UCB's employability service has led to impressive growth in the number of internships being offered to students by employers in the USA.

Lecturer's social media and violence paper praised by Baroness Greenfield

A new report co-written by a UCB lecturer investigating the link between social media and youth violence has been labelled "urgent reading" by a member of the House of Lords.

Chefs at UCB go back to school!

UCB Chef Lecturers Neil Rippington and Mathew Shropshall are going back to school to take part in Family Food Appreciation Workshops.

UCB Hospitality Higher Apprentice first in the country

UCB has signed up a Bromsgrove school chef to be the first Higher Level Apprentice in Hospitality Management in the country.

Lecturer

Richard Dutton

Lecturer

Adam Thompson

UCB recipe development is the sweetest thing

The Federation of Quebec Maple Syrup Producers has announced its first ever affiliation in the UK - with University College Birmingham.

Professional Cookery students' micro herb visit bursts with flavour

Professional Cookery students’ micro herb visit bursts with flavour from micro herbs to edible flowers, Professional Cookery degree students received more than a flavour of the garnishes that adorn today’s Michelin-starred plates during an inspirational study trip.

Pupils put on a 'soup-er' show as part of International Chefs Day

Broccoli never tasted so good according to a group of Birmingham schoolchildren who took over one of the UCB kitchens in Summer Row to mark International Chefs Day.

Tuk in! UCB graduate helps launch high-end patisserie brand Tuk Cakes

UCB graduate, Bake-off: The Professionals finalist and pastry extraordinaire Bharat Chandegra has, together with pastry chef Darryl Collins, helped to launch Tuk Cakes - a premium patisserie brand housed in an Italian style tuk-tuk in Resorts World, Birmingham.

Lecturer

Dr Andrew Chappell

Team work pays off for front of house students

UCB's front of house students are on a winning streak after picking up another clutch of awards.

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.

Asymptomatic testing centre opens on campus to help get students home for Christmas ​

A Covid-19 asymptomatic testing site of lateral flow tests has opened at University College Birmingham to help students return home safely for Christmas.

Craig Pinkney is an Educator of Excellence

Youth, Community and Families lecturer Craig Pinkney has won the ‘Educator of Excellence Award’ at Youth 4 Excellence’s ‘Celebrating Youth Excellence’ annual conference.

Lecturer

Holly Mills

Senior Lecturer

Jill Nathan

Training to help NHS staff guide patients through 'care maze' piloted at UCB

Thirty receptionists from GP surgeries across Birmingham have attended UCB to pilot an NHS training course designed to help them guide patients through the maze of care services.

Lecturer in Sport

Fiona Higgs

Andrew crowned the nation's best restaurant service lecturer

UCB front of house maestro Andrew Bisconti has been named the nation’s top restaurant service lecturer.

Chef lecturer Tony showcases his talent at Bocuse d'Or competition

UCB senior chef lecturer Tony Wright cooked up a storm at the Bocuse d’Or National Selection competition for the United Kingdom.

Employability Week inspires students

The College of Food’s February 2015 Employability week was a huge success, with VRQ Level 3 Chef Diploma students learning how their skills can be applied in the world of work and gaining an insight into possible career opportunities.

Self-made entrepreneur to be made Honorary Professor of University College Birmingham

Surinder Arora, Founder and Chairman of the Arora Group, will be made an Honorary Professor and Fellow of University College Birmingham at the institution’s graduation ceremony this week.

Bharat Chandegra

UCB graduate, Bake-off: The Professionals finalist and pastry extraordinaire Bharat Chandegra has, together with pastry chef Darryl Collins, helped to launch Tuk Cakes.

Chef Samina cooks for Prince William and Kate during Pakistan tour

A former Professional Cookery student at University College Birmingham had the honour of making the VIP in-flight meals for the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge during their recent five-day tour of Pakistan.

Student chefs secure spot in Young Seafood Chef of the Year final

Two young chefs from University College Birmingham are preparing to battle it out with students from around the country in the final of a national seafood competition.

A sparkling silver service at the NEC for UCB

A team of young chefs from UCB scooped silver at one of the country's most prestigious cookery competitions – with individual awards for outstanding achievement.

TV chef Glynn Purnell and SORTEDfood's Ben Ebbrell back search for UCB Young Chef of the Year 2018

Celebrity chef Glynn Purnell and internet cooking star Ben Ebbrell have been unveiled as judges for the final of University College Birmingham's Young Chef of the Year 2018.

Senior Lecturer

Charlotte Thompson

Meet the experts at Specialist Hair and Media Make-up Employability Day!

Top professionals from the world of hair and make-up will be coming to meet University College Birmingham students at an employability event next week.

Special Hair and Media Makeup students can meet the experts

Specialist Hair and Media Make-up students can find out about exciting career opportunities at a special employability day on Friday, February 17.

Student chef Killoran ready, set, mango for Zest Quest Asia grand finale

A talented student chef from University College Birmingham has made the finals of this year’s Zest Quest Asia Tilda Challenge.

The Atrium hailed one of the best restaurants to visit after lockdown

A globally-renowned educational supplement has recommended people pay a visit to University College Birmingham’s Atrium restaurant for a mouth-watering meal when the coronavirus lockdown ends.

College of Food stars scoop fifth Nestlé Toque d'Or title for UCB

A team of students from University College Birmingham have seen off competition from around the UK to clinch...

Stourbridge schoolgirl wins University College Birmingham Young Chef of the Year 2020

A Stourbridge schoolgirl has roasted the competition to win University College Birmingham’s Young Chef of the Year and the chance to cook at Raymond Blanc OBE’s Michelin-starred restaurant.

Whale watching: students travel abroad to volunteer

UCB students jetted off to Arona, Tenerife to volunteer as Research Guides on the Atlantic Whale Foundation’s (AWF) whale watching boats.

Director of Apprenticeships

Gail Tipper

The Countess of Wessex officially opens McIntyre House at University College Birmingham

Her Royal Highness the Countess of Wessex today officially opened McIntyre House, a spectacular new centre for higher education and postgraduate study at University College Birmingham.

University College Birmingham to host Team Scotland 2022

Commonwealth Games Scotland announced today that University College Birmingham (UCB) is set to become its home from home for family, friends and team supporters at the 2022 Commonwealth Games and provide support for up to 300 Team Scotland athletes and…

Book your seat to see three inspirational speakers on International Women's Day!

A psychologist who has published a poetry book about her fascinating life journey, a researcher who explores the position of black, British female graduates and a former journalist who writes inspirational stories about women – you won’t want to miss…

UCB's first hospitality students tuck into feast of memories to kick-start golden anniversary

A group of University College Birmingham’s very first hospitality students were invited back for a feast of memories to kick-start celebrations for its golden anniversary year.

Lecturer

Laura Holloway

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