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Stephen Miller

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Graham Duckworth

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Hafiza Rasool

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Gareth Bate

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News and insights

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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James makes the grade to secure a job at Purnell's

Inspirational student James Hood is living proof that hard work really does pay off.

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James takes up Varsity Pitch Competition

A UCB student has entered the National Association of College & University Entrepreneurs' (NACUE) Varsity Pitch Competition for a chance to win £10,000 to help fund his business.

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Students' James Bond event raises £1,000 for The Prince's Trust

Events Management students had a licence to thrill when they raised more than £1,000 for charity at a special James Bond theme night.

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James’ booming business ranked among Britain’s fastest-growing firms

Business keeps on booming for a University College Birmingham graduate whose firm has been ranked as one of the fastest-growing companies in the country.

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New Year's Honour kicks off exciting 2026 for graduate James

An entrepreneurial University College Birmingham graduate who built his own multi-million-pound business has high hopes for 2026 after being named in the King’s New Year Honours list.

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James makes Forbes 30 Under 30 with Skinny Food Co after turning down Dragon’s Den

An intrepid entrepreneur who laid the foundations of his business career at University College Birmingham has made the prestigious Forbes magazine’s 30 Under 30 list after his company hit a multi-million pound turnover in just three years.

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Regeneration of former print works to create new sustainable construction centre

A sustainable construction skills centre is to be created by University College Birmingham as part of the regeneration of the iconic James Cond print works in Birmingham’s Jewellery Quarter.

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Birmingham 2022 speaker tells UCB students about thousands of opportunities to get involved in Commonwealth Games

Students at University College Birmingham had the chance to learn about exciting work opportunities for the city's upcoming Commonwealth Games as part of a conference event at UCB.

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University partners with Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games

University College Birmingham has been appointed as an Official University of the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games, the biggest sporting event ever to be held in the West Midlands.

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April Bloomfield is Best Chef in New York

Top New York chef April Bloomfield has won the award for Best Chef in New York at the James Beard Awards.

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Sports Therapy lecturer to support athletes at Commonwealth Games

A Sports Therapy lecturer at UCB is bound for Australia’s Gold Coast after being invited to join Team Scotland’s medical support team at the 2018 Commonwealth Games.

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Executive dean ‘honoured’ to take part in Commonwealth Games medal ceremony

A familiar face from University College Birmingham has made an appearance at the medal podium in the Commonwealth Games – and without even needing to compete!

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UCB students join programme to develop ambassadors for Birmingham's Commonwealth Games

Students at UCB have taken part in a new pilot project aimed at inspiring young people in Birmingham to become ambassadors for the city ahead of the Commonwealth Games.

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Sports therapy duo playing key role for Team Scotland at Commonwealth Games

A lecturer and a graduate from University College Birmingham have joined Team Scotland to play a key role in supporting elite athletes at the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games.

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Digital squad of students support Team Scotland to tell Commonwealth Games story

Students from University College Birmingham are working as the official behind-the-scenes digital squad to tell Team Scotland’s 2022 Commonwealth Games story.

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‘Once in a lifetime’: How our university embraced city's Commonwealth Games

From providing services and support for athletes to volunteering at venues and even performing in ceremonies, University College Birmingham's community thoroughly immersed itself in the unique opportunities of this year's Commonwealth Games.

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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.

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Track star Sadam eyes Commonwealth Games after medal success in new event

A University College Birmingham athlete is hoping to follow his Olympic debut by representing England at this year's Commonwealth Games – after winning a medal on one of his first attempts at a new event.

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Commonwealth Games creative agency supports students' industry projects

Undergraduates from across the Business School had a full day of riveting guest talks and workshops with the creative marketing agency behind the campaign to promote Birmingham beyond the Commonwealth Games 2022.

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Lecturer Craig Pinkney called in to help deal with State of Public Emergency in Jamaica

Craig Pinkney, criminologist and lecturer with UCB’s School of Education, Health and Community, has been contacted by the Jamaican Ministry of Justice to help deal with the State of Public Emergency recently declared in the country’s Parish of St James.

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Student volunteers help Team India stars feel at home during Commonwealth Games

Indian students at University College Birmingham were treated to a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to get up close with their country's stars competing at this year's Commonwealth Games.

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Industry's biggest and best descend on UCB for Roux Scholarship semi-finals

From celebrity chef James Martin to industry giants Alain Roux and Andre Garrett, a dazzling line-up of judges descended on UCB’s kitchens yesterday to oversee the semi-final of the Roux Scholarship, one of the most prestigious competitions for British chefs…

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UCB students attend EU Gangs project in Italy

Degree student Dawn Dance studying Youth Community and Families at UCB and James Doyle, who along with Dawn also completed a Training the Trainer course in November 2014, have just returned from Italy having completed a 5 day mobility project…

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Invictus Games inspire at tourism and events conference

The new academic year got off to a flying start as the Business School hosted its third annual Inspire Conference.

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Sprinting star Jordan targeting major championships after reaching World University Games final

A budding sprinter from University College Birmingham has set his sights on qualifying for the World Athletics Championships after representing Great Britain in his first major international final.

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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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Students win big for taking part in national survey

Fifteen lucky students won big for taking part in the 2018 National Student Survey (NSS). After 71% 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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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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University hosts 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.

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Students get incredible hands-on experience at Event Week Live at NEC

Future events professionals from the Department of Travel and Tourism were given the chance to delve behind the scenes at the world-famous Crufts exhibition, and were given exciting updates on the upcoming Birmingham Invictus Games.

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Development continues at pace on University’s Sustainable Construction Skills Centre

Work on the new Sustainable Construction Skills Centre for University College Birmingham is making excellent progress, with scaffolding due to be removed by contractors GMI in the coming weeks.

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University in running for top regional sustainability excellence award

University College Birmingham has been shortlisted for a Midlands Sustainability Excellence Award.

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Leading technical educators champion the STEM talent pipeline

University College Birmingham worked in collaboration with the Greater Birmingham and Solihull Institute of Technology (GBSIoT), our partner the University of Warwick and the WMG Skills Centre, and the Education and Training Foundation, to hold a successful leadership conference on…

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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.

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University continues expansion in ongoing city centre-focused investment

University College Birmingham will be acquiring 45,000 square feet of space at the Grade II listed Baskerville House in Birmingham City Centre to locate its student support and student employability services, including a library and quiet learning spaces, and several…

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University goes green with Chambers' Sustainable Business Series campaign 

University College Birmingham will be spearheading this year’s Greater Birmingham Chambers of Commerce Sustainable Business Series, which supports businesses in their transition to net zero through the sharing of best practice, guidance and insight.

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Graduate and entrepreneur hosts Building a Brighter Future event

A University College Birmingham graduate brought together a host of strategic partners for a conference promoting sustainable business growth, social responsibility, and social impact practices in the construction industry.

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World of opportunities for students at biggest careers fair in University's history

No fewer than 80 employers – including the NHS, an award-winning national construction company and a kids’ football coaching enterprise – came to tap into new industry talent at the biggest careers fair in University College Birmingham’s history.

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Leads on global convention centre expansions steer postgraduate research  

Postgraduates working towards a career in global meetings and tourism, hospitality, events and aviation had the chance to hear from two international events executives with glittering backgrounds to set the scene for their master's research.

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University breaks convention with Midlands' first sustainability UnConference

Over 300 guests attended the Sustain UnConference, an unconventional audience-led event designed to spark conversation on sustainability, net-zero, and environmental challenges across businesses, government and the non-profit sector.

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Ex-students inspire next generation at UCB food and hospitality conference

Former University College Birmingham students have returned to Summer Row to help inspire the next generation to follow in their footsteps in the food and hospitality industry.

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Sustainability blog | How we are playing our part in climate action

According to research, 89% of students want their place of study to actively incorporate and promote sustainable development. Find out more about our sustainability strategy at University College Birmingham.

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Budding technician flies flag for female engineers at opening of new facilities

A college student whose goal is to become an air technician with the Royal Navy flew the flag for female engineers at the official opening of University College Birmingham’s new engineering and digital training facilities.

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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.

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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.

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Learn how to prepare athletes from top sports scientists at UCB conference

Tickets are now on sale to see some the UK's top sports science experts in action at a conference designed to stretch people's knowledge at University College Birmingham.

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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.

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Front of house team put on a great show

UCB's front of house team has been congratulated for its tireless performance at this year's La Parade des Chefs at the NEC's Great Hospitality Show.

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Everyone's a winner at first ever UCB sports conference

With a packed day of lively lectures, discussion and debate from leaders in the field of sports science, UCB's first ever Sports Performance and Rehabilitation Student Conference got off to a flying start.

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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.

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High-flying Bournville Rugby wear UCB logo on shirts in major Avery Fields deal

Rugby union side Bournville RFC will proudly display University College Birmingham on their shirts this season as part of a major continuing partnership between the club and UCB.

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NatWest reveals UCB's Business School as exclusive education partner for Entrepreneur Awards

The Business School at UCB has been named as education partner for the West Midlands regional Great British Entrepreneur Awards, organised by major retail and commercial bank NatWest.

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Sports Therapy students praised for work at Ride Across Britain

Sports Therapy students have seized the chance to fine-tune their sports massage skills by working with cyclists taking part in Ride Across Britain – a 969-mile journey from Land's End to John O'Groats.

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Theatrical make-up students win big at national competition

Following their success at the regionals, Level 3 Theatrical Make-up students have stormed the AHT (Association of Hairdressers & Therapists) national trainee finals at the Winter Gardens in Blackpool.

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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.

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'Bear' ing the brunt of blisters! The Children in Need Thousand Mile Challenge

University College Birmingham students lend their support to the Children in Need Thousand Mile Challenge

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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.

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Catering specialists from Norway receive very British welcome

Catering specialists from Norway receive very British welcome A group of students and staff from Etterstad College in Norway, which specialises in hospitality and catering, have been welcomed by UCB’s College of Food.

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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.

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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.

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Minute’s silence for student in first game between sports undergraduates and Blues

A minute’s silence was held for a University College Birmingham student who tragically died last month at the first game in a new partnership between the University and Birmingham City FC.

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Education department hosts vital conference on children in poverty

With UK child poverty rates rising over the last few years, the education department held its first annual conference.

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Blog | Our 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…

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Gender imbalance in early years teaching forms focus of conference dedicated to the sector

From the challenges of recruiting men in early years to incorporating cultural inclusivity at a time of Brexit, more than 120 delegates from across the UK came to join in the debate and share best practice at UCB’s first annual…

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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.

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Sports Therapy students get hands-on with England rugby legend at Velo

Sports students at University College Birmingham had the chance to put their therapy training into practice at a major cycling event - and even got hands-on with an English sporting legend.

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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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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.