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College and Sixth Form open days
Our open days are your chance to discover as much information as possible about University College Birmingham. Join our College and Sixth Form Open Day and learn more about your course and our award-winning student support.
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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.
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Undergraduate open days
Join one of our undergraduate open days and find out all about our wide range of degrees, the exciting topics you will study and the facilities on offer to give you the best, real-life working experience.
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Postgraduate open days
Postgraduate study is the best way to take your expertise and skills to the next level and our open days are the opportunity to find out more about our wide range of courses.
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College Discovery Days
Experience College Discovery Days at University College Birmingham, where applicants can explore student life through practical course tasters, meet tutors and support teams, and prepare for enrolment before Results Day.
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College and sixth form tour
Can't make it to our open day? Join us for a tour of our college and sixth form. There’s no better way to find out what it's like studying with us than to come and see for yourself!
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Campus Experience Days
We are offering Campus Experience Days. Give your students the opportunity to experience and learn about life at university or college.
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Open Day Access
Please complete the following access form to join the online open day at University College Birmingham.
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College courses
Our college courses provide a range of great study options for school-leavers as well as mature learners who are looking to change career or pick up new skills.
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Restaurant at Birmingham College of Food
Restaurant at Birmingham College of Food is our award-winning training restaurant on campus where our food and hospitality students gain essential kitchen and front-of-house experience.
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College and sixth form
Step into your future at University College Birmingham – Birmingham’s college and sixth form for practical skills, real support, and big opportunities. Gain real-world skills, expert guidance, and confidence in a supportive, close-knit community. Explore career-focused courses, inspiring teachers, and…
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New college students
Welcome information for new college students starting their courses in September 2026
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Returning college students
Welcome information for returning college students
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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.
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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.
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Mentoring College Students
Mentoring is when someone with more knowledge in an area helps a less experienced person. It is a learning partnership.
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College and Sixth Form Transition Event
Prepare for starting college or sixth form at our Transition Event. Meet support teams, explore campus and discover support available before September.
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Transferring out of University College Birmingham
Guidance on how to transfer from University College Birmingham to another university or college.
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Financial support
To ensure everyone has every opportunity to succeed in their education, we provide a whole range of financial support for our college and sixth form students, from bursaries to travel passes and help with uniform costs.
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Open to the public
We offer a wide range of services at University College Birmingham.
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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.
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Study at University College Birmingham
If you are looking to study a college course, an undergraduate or postgraduate degree or perhaps an apprenticeship, we offer something quite unique.
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College fees and tuition
Find more information about tuition fees for college courses at University College Birmingham.
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College campuses and facilities
Discover our college campus buildings and facilities for further education students at University College Birmingham.
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School and college outreach
Our schools liaison and outreach team coordinates a variety of initiatives to raise aspirations and broaden awareness and understanding of Higher Education.
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College student engagement team
The student engagement team is a hub of support for our college students and helps to bring our community together at University College Birmingham.
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College and Sixth Form Centre application
Apply for one of our A-levels and vocational courses, find out more about the interview and offer process and how to enrol at University College Birmingham.
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Safeguarding for college students
Advice for college students on what to do if you have a safeguarding concern for anyone at University College Birmingham.
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Welcome information (college and sixth form)
Welcome, induction and enrolment information for new and returning students on college and sixth form courses at University College Birmingham.
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College and Sixth Form term dates
Check the key dates for our college courses, as well as information on activity weeks and our awards events for college students.
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College and sixth form student life
Find out more about what life is like being a college or sixth form student at University College Birmingham and what studying at the heart of the city and the country has to offer.
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Apply for an Apprenticeship | University College Birmingham
University College Birmingham offers people aged 16 and over exciting opportunities to learn skills for life while getting paid. From healthcare and business to culinary and construction, we are here to help you kick-start your career and it won't cost…
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College and Sixth Form open days
Our open days are your chance to discover as much information as possible about University College Birmingham. Join our College and Sixth Form Open Day and learn more about your course and our award-winning student support.
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
Undergraduate open days
Join one of our undergraduate open days and find out all about our wide range of degrees, the exciting topics you will study and the facilities on offer to give you the best, real-life working experience.
Other
Postgraduate open days
Postgraduate study is the best way to take your expertise and skills to the next level and our open days are the opportunity to find out more about our wide range of courses.
Other
College Discovery Days
Experience College Discovery Days at University College Birmingham, where applicants can explore student life through practical course tasters, meet tutors and support teams, and prepare for enrolment before Results Day.
Other
College and sixth form tour
Can't make it to our open day? Join us for a tour of our college and sixth form. There’s no better way to find out what it's like studying with us than to come and see for yourself!
Other
Campus Experience Days
We are offering Campus Experience Days. Give your students the opportunity to experience and learn about life at university or college.
Other
Open Day Access
Please complete the following access form to join the online open day at University College Birmingham.
Other
College courses
Our college courses provide a range of great study options for school-leavers as well as mature learners who are looking to change career or pick up new skills.
Other
Restaurant at Birmingham College of Food
Restaurant at Birmingham College of Food is our award-winning training restaurant on campus where our food and hospitality students gain essential kitchen and front-of-house experience.
Other
College and sixth form
Step into your future at University College Birmingham – Birmingham’s college and sixth form for practical skills, real support, and big opportunities. Gain real-world skills, expert guidance, and confidence in a supportive, close-knit community. Explore career-focused courses, inspiring teachers, and…
Other
New college students
Welcome information for new college students starting their courses in September 2026
Other
Returning college students
Welcome information for returning college students
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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
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.
Other
Mentoring College Students
Mentoring is when someone with more knowledge in an area helps a less experienced person. It is a learning partnership.
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College and Sixth Form Transition Event
Prepare for starting college or sixth form at our Transition Event. Meet support teams, explore campus and discover support available before September.
Other
Transferring out of University College Birmingham
Guidance on how to transfer from University College Birmingham to another university or college.
Other
Financial support
To ensure everyone has every opportunity to succeed in their education, we provide a whole range of financial support for our college and sixth form students, from bursaries to travel passes and help with uniform costs.
Other
Open to the public
We offer a wide range of services at University College Birmingham.
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
Study at University College Birmingham
If you are looking to study a college course, an undergraduate or postgraduate degree or perhaps an apprenticeship, we offer something quite unique.
Other
College fees and tuition
Find more information about tuition fees for college courses at University College Birmingham.
Other
College campuses and facilities
Discover our college campus buildings and facilities for further education students at University College Birmingham.
Other
School and college outreach
Our schools liaison and outreach team coordinates a variety of initiatives to raise aspirations and broaden awareness and understanding of Higher Education.
Other
College student engagement team
The student engagement team is a hub of support for our college students and helps to bring our community together at University College Birmingham.
Other
College and Sixth Form Centre application
Apply for one of our A-levels and vocational courses, find out more about the interview and offer process and how to enrol at University College Birmingham.
Other
Safeguarding for college students
Advice for college students on what to do if you have a safeguarding concern for anyone at University College Birmingham.
Other
Welcome information (college and sixth form)
Welcome, induction and enrolment information for new and returning students on college and sixth form courses at University College Birmingham.
Other
College and Sixth Form term dates
Check the key dates for our college courses, as well as information on activity weeks and our awards events for college students.
Other
College and sixth form student life
Find out more about what life is like being a college or sixth form student at University College Birmingham and what studying at the heart of the city and the country has to offer.
Other
Apply for an Apprenticeship | University College Birmingham
University College Birmingham offers people aged 16 and over exciting opportunities to learn skills for life while getting paid. From healthcare and business to culinary and construction, we are here to help you kick-start your career and it won't cost…
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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.
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Renowned college of food to open culinary school in Chelmsley Wood
University College Birmingham is opening a culinary school in the Chelmsley Wood shopping centre. Free courses will provide introductory training for the hospitality sector, for adults and young people.
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Blog | Seven reasons to come to a uni open day
They say buying a house is the biggest investment you will make, but a university education is not far behind these days.
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New education centre to open thanks to joint university partnership
University Birmingham East is driven by a shared commitment to addressing challenges faced by children growing up facing disadvantage and a belief in the transformative power of education.
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College open day with star speakers inspires teens…and Joan Collins
College open day with star speakers inspires teens…and Joan Collins Hundreds of teenagers braved the snow to hear from guest speakers at UCB’s All Stars Open Day last Saturday, with even Dame Joan Collins giving the event a social media…
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New business and computing access courses launched to open path to university
University College Birmingham has stepped up its support for adults who want to move up in their education journey with the launch of two new access courses that open the path to a degree.
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Awards, accreditation and away days: bumper health roundup 2025
We reflect on an amazing year for all staff and students at our Departments of Health and Sport.
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Innovative new degree open after Nursing and Midwifery Council approval
An innovative new nursing degree that will see students train in cutting-edge facilities to become registered nurses within a progressive healthcare landscape has been given the green light by the UK’s top body.
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International rugby player on bill for uni open day
Leading international rugby player Maggie Alphonsi MBE will be one of the leading lights at University College Birmingham’s All Stars Open Day this weekend.
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No place like home – universities join forces to open up local career opportunities
University College Birmingham’s hired@UCB team has joined forces with careers services from University of Birmingham and Newman University to improve higher level employment opportunities across the region and support West Midlands graduates into employment locally.
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University College Birmingham welcomes Office for Students
The visit saw the OfS Chair Lord Wharton exploring the state-of-the-art facilities at the University, discuss curriculum development at the institution, understand the challenges seen by higher education providers across the country including at University College Birmingham and hear concerns…
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Bumper roundup: Gongs, glory and giving back at Birmingham College of Food
As Christmas comes a-calling and we close the oven doors on 2024, we celebrate the latest achievements of our one and only Birmingham College of Food. Read our bumper roundup.
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University College Birmingham recognised for increasing social mobility
University College Birmingham has been ranked in the top 25 of higher education institutions in England committed to increasing social mobility.
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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.
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University College Birmingham calls for extension of applications deadline
University College Birmingham is strongly urging UCAS to extend its deadline for applications to relieve unnecessary pressure on pupils and teachers following the sudden closure of schools due to the current full lockdown.
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UCB is National Hairdressing Federation College of the Year
UCB has been awarded the prestigious title of College of the Year by the National Hairdressers' Federation Awards 2014 (Central England).
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University College Birmingham welcomes European students
University College Birmingham is aware that EU students may be anxious about the impact of the referendum on their studies and future funding.
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University College Birmingham in 2024: A year of sustainable growth
It has been a transformative year at University College Birmingham, as we reaffirmed our commitment to building relationships and laying strong foundations for sustainable development.
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University College Birmingham continues to champion student satisfaction
The National Student Survey 2023 results have shown a positive rise in student approval at University College Birmingham, with a 9 percentage point increase on overall satisfaction in comparison to last year.
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University College Birmingham and University of Warwick celebrate partnership
Over 100 students and staff from across University College Birmingham and University of Warwick enjoyed the event, which culminated in a fantastic summer BBQ on the University of Warwick campus.
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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…
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Principal congratulates college students at recognition lunch
Six students were invited to the College’s first-ever Student Recognition Lunch at our award-winning restaurant on campus as part of a new scheme celebrating student success.
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Student satisfaction at University College Birmingham highest in the city
Student satisfaction at UCB is the highest of the city’s five universities, according to this year’s NSS.
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University College Birmingham commits to vital health careers
The University has further solidified its commitment to a careers-focussed education with the unveiling of a new Health and Care Professions Council validated MSc Dietetics programme and a recently validated and approved MSc Public Health programme.
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Blog | Career and placement opportunities with University College Birmingham
With many businesses citing a lack of real-world experience as one of their biggest challenges when trying to recruit, work placements offer students a powerful opportunity to get ahead.
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Consul General to India visits University College Birmingham
In an event hosted by Vice-Chancellor and Principal Professor Michael Harkin, Dr Venkatachalam Murugan was welcomed to the University, with a tour of the campus facilities including the state-of-the-art Health Suite and Cyber Labs.
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'Technical' qualification in education and childcare to launch at University College Birmingham
University College Birmingham is all set to launch its exciting, new T-level in Education and Childcare from September – making it one of the first UK colleges to offer one of the new two-year courses.
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College football team tastes victory in first Midlands tournament
A team of further education students from University College Birmingham have brought home the trophy in the Midlands' first College Collaboration Project (CCP) football tournament.
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College backs regional skills pledge to boost learners and businesses
University College Birmingham has joined with institutions across the West Midlands in committing to a collaborative pledge supporting students and local businesses amid the disruption caused by the coronavirus pandemic.
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College of Food grad gains prestigious Michelin star for Lichfield restaurant
An acclaimed local restaurant run by a University College Birmingham graduate gains its first Michelin Star.
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University College Birmingham hosted Midlands Chefs' Forum Launch!
The Chefs' Forum launched its Birmingham & Midlands Chapter at University College Birmingham on the 20th February 2017
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Ofsted praises ‘outstanding’ behaviour of University College Birmingham students
Ofsted has rated the behaviours and attitudes of students at University College Birmingham as Outstanding, the top grade available.
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University College Birmingham up for two innovation awards - vote now!
University College Birmingham has been nominated for 'Education Innovator of the Year' and 'Creative Industries Innovator of the Year'.
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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.
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University College Birmingham and NEC launch lifeline for food and hospitality staff
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.
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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.
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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.
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Bumper roundup: College of food sees in spring with more success stories
Spring has sprung and as the daffs raise their heads, we raise a toast to our college of food, which has been super busy winning awards, hosting sparkling soirees and receiving ringing endorsements from top chefs. Read our bumper roundup.
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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…
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Young bakers impress star graduate with vegan bread creations for college contest
Young bakers at University College Birmingham have risen to the challenge of making vegan-friendly bread as part of a student competition.
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MasterChef champ makes “emotional” return to college to inspire next generation
Trainee chefs got to learn a lot more about new MasterChef: The Professionals champion Dan Lee during an “emotional” return trip to University College Birmingham, where he himself trained 12 years ago.
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College stars conquer Covid challenges to celebrate record GCSE results
University College Birmingham students are celebrating today after scooping record results in their GCSE examinations in November.
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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.
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ASPIRE Awards celebrate commitment of college students during coronavirus lockdown
Star college students at University College Birmingham have been nominated for special awards in recognition of their hard work and commitment to their studies during the ongoing coronavirus lockdown.
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College of Food assistant dean set for new adventures after becoming 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.
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First Michelin Star for Solihull restaurant run by 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.
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University College Birmingham Hosts Skills Gap Board Launch
The Centre for the New Midlands (CNM) officially launched the ‘People and Skills Workstream’ at University College Birmingham, bringing together business leaders, regional leaders and policymakers, and prominent academics to discuss how best to address the region’s skills shortages.
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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.
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New technical college qualification launched to meet demand for healthcare workers
A new industry-designed technical qualification has been launched at University College Birmingham which could prove instrumental in meeting the rapidly rising demand for healthcare workers.
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University College Birmingham third in UK for student satisfaction, NSS 2026 shows
UCB third in the UK for student satisfaction, 2026 National Student Survey results show.
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Winter roundup: another busy term at Birmingham College of Food
Over a whirlwind few months, we've seen the official opening of our Chelmsley Wood Culinary School, visits from TV chefs working at Michelin-starred restaurants, and yet more awards for our fabulous students.
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Health and Social Care undergraduates gain real experience mentoring college students
Students on University College Birmingham’s health and social care degree are getting vital real-life experience by mentoring those studying the subject at college level.
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University College Birmingham awarded £900,000 capital funding investment
OfS funding will fuel projects designed to enhance our student experience.
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University College Birmingham reshaping employer engagement for the region’s future
The new Business and Employer Engagement Team, designed to work for employers and students alike.
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From fine dining to lecturing – meet first female head of Birmingham College of Food
As University College Birmingham celebrates International Women's Day, we shine the spotlight on Kali Davidson and explore her 35-year journey from trainee to fine dining and becoming the first female head of our Birmingham College of Food
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New outreach initiative sees college of food host school ‘Have a Go’ sessions
Local school pupils experience life in a fast-paced professional kitchen first-hand.
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College students resitting GCSE maths and English to benefit from new COVID funding support
Teenagers striving to achieve a good pass in their English and maths GCSEs while studying for their college qualification at University College Birmingham are to benefit from new COVID-19 funding support.
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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.
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College of food trio celebrate wins at UK Young Restaurant Team of the Year awards
Team of students wins three trophies at this year’s UK Young Restaurant Team of the Year Awards.
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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.
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Exciting new judges lined up for UCB Young Chef of the Year - entries now open!
Acclaimed street food star Lee Desanges - who achieved fame for cooking over charcoal under the bonnet of a 1964 Mini Cooper through his Baked in Brick business - is one of the exciting, new judges for University College Birmingham’s…
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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.
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Students bag volunteer placement at All England Open Badminton Championships
A group of University College Birmingham students have had the chance to work at a prestigious international badminton competition as part of an exciting new collaboration between UCB and the sporting industry.
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The UCB experience for Indian students | UCBloggers | University College Birmingham
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…
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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…
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UCB recognised as a College of Excellence by Ragdale Hall
UCB has been acknowledged as a College of Excellence by luxury spa Ragdale Hall. To be granted this title, the university had to meet a wide range of criteria that included having high institutional standards, establish a good professional relationship…
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