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History of University

With over 7,500 students on diverse courses, University College Birmingham is unrecognisable today from the small Victorian classes to which its origins can be traced.

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Short courses and CPD

Short courses at University College Birmingham enable you to build new skills, delve into a new hobby or continue your professional development.

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Senior Lecturer/Course Leader Accounting and Finance

Asif Sadiq

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Department of Education

Our Department of Education offers a range of courses dedicated to the areas of childcare, education and the early years sector, as well as providing pathways to qualified teacher status (QTS).

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Graduate Outcomes Survey

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

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English courses

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

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Whatuni award winners 2024

University College Birmingham has won awards for its student support, international and postgraduate provision in the only awards in the UK based solely on student choice.

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University League Tables Statement

University College Birmingham’s unique, dual role as a successful higher education and further education institution means its performance is often unfairly represented by the traditional 'one-size-fits-all' university league tables.

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How to apply

Learn more on how to apply for a college, undergraduate or postgraduate course at University College Birmingham.

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Publication of historical qualifications

University College Birmingham offers a wide range of vocational degree courses. Read more on the University's publication of historical qualifications.

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University of Birmingham accreditation

Many of our undergraduate and postgraduate courses are accredited and validated by the University of Birmingham, one of the world's top academic institutions.

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British Psychological Society accreditation

Our undergraduate and postgraduate psychology degree courses are accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS).

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University of Warwick accreditation

Some of our undergraduate and postgraduate degree courses are accredited and awarded by the University of Warwick, a prestigious Russell Group university.

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Apprenticeship courses

Discover our full range of apprenticeships at University College Birmingham.

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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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Staff directory

Find your course tutors, lecturers and specialist staff.

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Upskilling your workforce

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

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Birmingham Battery Manufacturing Skills Pathway (B-MSP)

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

Other

Schools

University College Birmingham comprises of four schools, which are responsible for delivering courses to students at all levels of study.

Other

History of University

With over 7,500 students on diverse courses, University College Birmingham is unrecognisable today from the small Victorian classes to which its origins can be traced.

Other

Short courses and CPD

Short courses at University College Birmingham enable you to build new skills, delve into a new hobby or continue your professional development.

Other

Senior Lecturer/Course Leader Accounting and Finance

Asif Sadiq

Other

Department of Education

Our Department of Education offers a range of courses dedicated to the areas of childcare, education and the early years sector, as well as providing pathways to qualified teacher status (QTS).

Other

Graduate Outcomes Survey

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

Other

English courses

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

Other

Whatuni award winners 2024

University College Birmingham has won awards for its student support, international and postgraduate provision in the only awards in the UK based solely on student choice.

Other

University League Tables Statement

University College Birmingham’s unique, dual role as a successful higher education and further education institution means its performance is often unfairly represented by the traditional 'one-size-fits-all' university league tables.

Other

How to apply

Learn more on how to apply for a college, undergraduate or postgraduate course at University College Birmingham.

Other

Publication of historical qualifications

University College Birmingham offers a wide range of vocational degree courses. Read more on the University's publication of historical qualifications.

Other

University of Birmingham accreditation

Many of our undergraduate and postgraduate courses are accredited and validated by the University of Birmingham, one of the world's top academic institutions.

Other

British Psychological Society accreditation

Our undergraduate and postgraduate psychology degree courses are accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS).

Other

University of Warwick accreditation

Some of our undergraduate and postgraduate degree courses are accredited and awarded by the University of Warwick, a prestigious Russell Group university.

Other

Apprenticeship courses

Discover our full range of apprenticeships at University College Birmingham.

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

Staff directory

Find your course tutors, lecturers and specialist staff.

Other

Upskilling your workforce

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

Other

Birmingham Battery Manufacturing Skills Pathway (B-MSP)

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

Other

Schools

University College Birmingham comprises of four schools, which are responsible for delivering courses to students at all levels of study.

News and insights

UCB's new health and social care course is first of its kind

UCB is blazing a trail with its innovative new health and social care course which allows practitioners to be assessed while they work.

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Bakery students rise to the challenge on new degree course

UCB's first intake of Bakery and Confectionery Technology students have started working in the University's bakeries on a new foundation degree.

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Hotelier and UCB course partner hailed one of UK's top bosses

A hotel company which offers a bespoke management course created with University College Birmingham has been recognised as one of the top six employers in the UK.

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New paramedic science course students embark on first front-line placement

Students from the new Paramedic Science BSc course ventured out on placement for the first time this week.

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University partners with Blues and Shrews on new Football Business Management course

University College Birmingham has teamed up with two professional football clubs to launch a brand new course opening doors to a range of careers in the sport.

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New funding available for V300 postgraduate nurse prescribing course

The Department of Health and Nutrition has successfully secured new funding for registered nurses hoping to embark on our recently created nurse prescribing course.

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Students work with MasterChef champ to serve up five-course VIP meal

Students from University College Birmingham had a lesson like no other when they got to work with MasterChef: The Professionals winner Dan Lee to prepare a five-course feast for VIP guests from across Birmingham.

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

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

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Teen scores place on flagship hospitality course

A young Cheshire hotelier has been named as the first recruit for a new collaborative Management Trainee course in partnership with hotel management company RBH and University College Birmingham.

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Management trainee course prepares hospitality stars for the future

A group of 19 aspiring young hospitality stars have taken their places on a new management trainee course in partnership with hotel management company RBH and University College Birmingham.

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Ed's memory lives on in logo for new 'elite boxer' course

The memory of a former UCB student who died doing the sport he loved will live on after his image was chosen to help promote a new boxing course.

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UCB sports students boost coaching credentials on FA course

Sports students at University College Birmingham have boosted their coaching credentials after completing a Football Association course provided by UCB staff.

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Great day for gran as Johan graduates from course she taught

Retired senior lecturer Mary Elkerton couldn’t have been prouder to see her grandson graduate from UCB this week – especially when his course is one of today’s equivalents of the one she taught at the University for 31 years.

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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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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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Full house! Six UCB courses receive 100% satisfaction in National Student Survey

University College Birmingham is not only celebrating a jump in its overall satisfaction score in the National Student Survey, but six courses receiving a full house.

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Two nursing master's launched for community health and social care

University College Birmingham has launched a new MSc Adult Social Care Nursing, MSc Homeless and Inclusion Health Nursing and a V300 prescribing course to support community and social care Registered Nurses.

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Chelmsley Wood culinary school makes its mark

Chelmsley Wood culinary school hoardings revealed.

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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,…

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James Burgoyne

Having gained his sport and fitness qualifications here at University College Birmingham, tutor James knows just how valuable such a grounding is for making a mark in the industry.

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Sports Management degree becomes first in the world to gain DMI accreditation

University College Birmingham's Sports Management degree has become the first course of its kind in the world to be accredited by the Digital Marketing Institute (DMI).

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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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Backing for students and local businesses as new Cakes & Bakes opens its doors

Trainee bakers and local businesses are both set to be boosted by the opening of a brand new café at University College Birmingham.

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HIRED successfully retains Matrix accreditation

Retaining the gold standard in accreditation for its advice and guidance reaffirms the quality of support offered to students.

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UCB aims high with its apprenticeship programme

University College Birmingham’s apprenticeship programme is going from strength to strength – with 30 per cent of its current cohort on a higher level apprenticeship.

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Strength of student voice recognised in National Student Survey 2024

University College Birmingham’s commitment to listening to the voices of its students has been recognised in the National Student Survey 2024. The University scored 84.5% in the annual survey for taking on student feedback to improve courses, six points higher…

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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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New multi-million-pound sixth form centre to support launch of A-level courses

University College Birmingham is to begin offering a range of A-level courses as part of a major multi-million-pound investment in a brand new sixth form centre.

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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.

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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.

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Mandy Lloyd

Mandy started out writing about food as a communications professional before becoming a food lecturer and developing this forward-thinking course for a new age.

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University joins the Association of Event Venues

The membership brings together the strength of Tourism and Event Management courses on offer at the University, with the combined voice of venues both in the UK and Internationally.

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Record year for student satisfaction at UCB

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

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Birmingham City FC partnership gives school leavers new pathway into sports career

An exciting new pathway to help school leavers land their dream career in sport is on its way thanks to a first-of-its-kind partnership between University College Birmingham and Birmingham City Football Club.