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

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

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Blog | What support is there if I’m struggling with my mental health?

Having really good mental health support from your university is absolutely vital and you should never feel you’re alone in what you are going through. Student wellbeing is paramount to us and we provide a wide range of award-winning support…

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Student Blog | What I wish I'd known before starting my degree

I don’t know about everyone else but when I started university, I was oblivious in pretty much every aspect of my life!

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Guest Blog | How can I get tax-free university fees for my child?

As we head closer to the start of the new academic year, many soon-to-be university students are getting ready to move away from home for the first time and embark on the next step in their educational careers.

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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.

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Blenheim Palace placements are jewel in crown for international students

International students on a variety of hospitality courses are receiving the right, royal chance to do work placements at the famous Blenheim Palace thanks to UCB and its employability service, hired@UCB.

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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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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.

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Blog | Being an LGBTQ+ student celebrating the beautiful month of Pride

The purpose of this blog is to celebrate Pride Month and share my experiences as a member of the LGBTQ+ community here at the University.

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Students on set for Nativity 3

Two UCB students have recently had the opportunity to work on the film set of the highly-anticipated 'Nativity 3: Dude, Where's My Donkey?'.

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Food and Nutrition students make budget-friendly bites for Sandwell Council

Students on UCB’s Food and Nutrition course have been tasked by a local council to concoct a range of delicious, balanced meals for under 50p for a single serving.

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Beauty vlogger Adriana tipped for YouTube stardom

Just four years ago, Adriana Braje was posting videos of her beauty tips to a handful of online subscribers – all filmed from her home in Croatia.

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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.

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UCB's Business School Dean to head CMI's West Midlands Regional Board

The Chartered Management Institute (CMI) has named the Dean of the Business School at University College Birmingham (UCB), Dilshad Sheikh, as the new Chair of its West Midlands Board.

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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.

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Blog | Why working part-time along study pays off

A great deal of our students, from college students to those at higher education level, work part-time alongside their studies.

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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.

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Prioritising potential, not paperwork: University lifts support allowance to £6,000

The Cost of Living Allowance is rising to £6k for new students.

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Judo ace off to World Championships after supporting Paralympians to glory in Tokyo

A judo ace studying at University College Birmingham is off to the Junior World Championships after supporting the Paralympic team to glory in Tokyo.

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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.

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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…

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Student Blog | Opportunities to make the most of

Many courses at University College Birmingham include a work placement – from a day to a year – and it is integral to the learning process and preparing for the world of work.

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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.

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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.

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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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Professor and Dean of STEM celebrated as ‘Built to Inspire’ mural unveiled

DfE campaign celebrates the work of Rosa Wells.

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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".

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Dean for STEM at university makes Top 100 Women in Engineering list

Rosa Wells is a Highly Commended Finalist of the Women's Engineering Society's Top 50 Women in Engineering awards as part of International Women in Engineering Day. The award comes as University College Birmingham receives funding to launch a WorldSkills UK…

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Olympic runner among University's sports stars boosted by scholarship scheme

From an Olympic track athlete to a budding basketball star and an ambitious football player-coach, there is no doubt University College Birmingham's newest sports scholars are a crop well worth watching out for.

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Star student chef Luke scoops bronze at International Young Chef Olympiad

A University College Birmingham student beat off competition from dozens of top young chefs around the world to claim a bronze medal at the International Young Chef Olympiad.

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Former RACA chef apprentice wows Alpine resort guests alongside MasterChef winner

A former Royal Academy of Culinary Arts (RACA) apprentice worked with MasterChef winner and ex-student Dan Lee to create a gourmet dining experience for guests at an exclusive Swiss chalet resort.

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National Apprenticeship Week is back with a bang for 2026

NAW to date and looking ahead.

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Rhian's research work opens door to a master's degree

A research scholarship with a top London institution has led to a former UCB student starting a master’s programme.

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