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Learning and Teaching Strategy

The Learning and Teaching Strategy outlines our commitment to delivering transformative, career-focused education. It provides a clear direction for students and staff, underpinned by principles of inclusivity, digital innovation, and personalised learning, preparing graduates to lead and thrive in a…

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Teaching Assistant

Abigail Edwards

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Teaching Assistant

Xinyu Qiao

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Programme Lead, Sports Coaching and Education

Nathan Price

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Vice Dean - Business School

Elaine Limond

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Psychology Teaching and Learning Technician

Dr Chris Higton

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Deputy Dean (Teaching Learning and Digital)

Tsai Lovett

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Lecturer

Fatima Rahim

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Nikki Bott

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Strategic plans

Documents setting out our strategy for teaching, learning and assessment at University College Birmingham.

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Senior Lecturer

Deborah Freeman

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Associate Lecturer

Kelly Sweeney

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Senior Lecturer Aviation

Helen Joyner-Harris

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Lecturer

Ros Davis

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Lecturer

Faisal Mustafa

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Senior Lecturer

Dr Daniella Nayyar

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Lecturer

Dr Jane Bradford

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Senior Lecturer

Helen Waters

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Lecturer

Sarah Wood

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Lecturer

Jenna Foster

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Lecturer in Digital Marketing

Makesh Sohpal

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Lecturer

Mossab Salih

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Lecturer in Business (FE)

Dharshani Jayasuriya

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Subject Lead

Grainne Whitehead

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Senior Lecturer/Course Leader Accounting and Finance

Asif Sadiq

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Lecturer

Claire Prew

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Lecturer

Jane Murdoch

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Lecturer

Laura Jones

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Academic Development Tutor

Bobbie Blair

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Lecturer

George Babalev

News and insights

High Flyer Lin is appointed Assistant Manager

Motivated former UCB student Lin Wu has her sights set high after being appointed Assistant Manager of a luxury hotel group.

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Tom makes assistant manager – aged just 20

A popular restaurant chain, which is opening a brand new venue in Staffordshire, has appointed a former UCB student as its assistant manager.

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Spotlight on Great Teaching Awards 2020

Twelve talented tutors have been nominated by University College Birmingham students to receive special awards in recognition of their outstanding teaching.

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UCB Assistant Dean completes marathon in memory of brave niece

University College Birmingham is feeling inspired by Assistant Dean Nicky Millard’s Brighton Marathon success.

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Teaching and Learning Conference to amplify quality of education at university

Teaching staff from across University College Birmingham will be coming together this week to share ideas and work collaboratively, with a focus on sustainability, using digital technology and AI, alongside how our regional links can support our global impact.

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Inclusivity for all at heart of annual teaching and learning conference

Creating an inclusive environment was this year's theme of a conference that gives University College Birmingham academics and support staff the chance to share ideas on making education more engaging and empowering.

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University awarded Silver in national Teaching Excellence Framework

University College Birmingham has been recognised by the Office for Students’ (OfS) Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) for delivering excellence in teaching and learning focusing on the areas that students care about the most: teaching, learning and achieving positive outcomes from…

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University conference showcases innovative teaching for next generation

From roaming robots to cutting-edge cameras and virtual reality, lecturers at University College Birmingham have been exploring the latest tech to help develop exciting new learning opportunities for students as part of an annual conference event.

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Lecturers held up as shining examples at University teaching awards

Seven UCB lecturers have been recognised for going above and beyond the call of duty for their students in the University's annual Spotlight on Great Teaching Awards.

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Primary teaching graduate Hayley holds Makaton training for fellow students

A newly-qualified teacher who trained at University College Birmingham as a mature student had the opportunity to build her skills in the classroom by holding sessions on Makaton for her fellow course mates.

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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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Teaching assistants celebrate after achieving Professional Development Diplomas

Teaching assistants have been awarded Diplomas in Professional Development (Special Educational Needs) by UCB in partnership with the Pupil Support Service of Birmingham.

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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.

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Students get chance to share views to enhance UCB teaching and learning experience

Students from across the courses had the chance to express their views on teaching and learning at UCB at a conference designed to make the experience the best it can be.

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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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UCB is "College of the Month" for creative craft skills in early years teaching

UCB has been named NCFE College of the Month for the creative craft skills taught as part of its enrichment programme for vocational childcare.

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Lecturer Harprit nominated for British Indian Award

Harprit Thacker, UCB’s Assistant Director for Teaching and Learning, says she is “thrilled” after being nominated for a British Indian Award for her exceptional contribution to education.

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Trailblazer Harprit recognised for dedication at British Indian Awards

The Assistant Director of Teaching and Learning Enhancement and lecturer at UCB beat off stiff competition to win Best in Education at the British Indian Awards.

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SHMM GTA lands tour with "worldwide phenomenon" Dirty Dancing stage show

Hannah Forbes first came to UCB as a Level 2 student in 2009, before eventually progressing onto a degree in Specialist Hair & Media Make-up and finally becoming a Graduate Teaching Assistant with the University.

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Coaching and mentoring bring big benefits, say UCB experts

UCB lecturers are promoting the importance of coaching and mentoring – both academically and within the working environment.

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Nicola Brady

While studying at university, Nicola realised that as well as participating in sport, she had a passion for coaching and teaching others.

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Pitch perfect UCB students reach final of national marketing competition

Three marketing students from The Business School at UCB have proven themselves to be among the best in the country after reaching the final of a nationwide competition.

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Toybox Celebration Cake Fit For a Prince

UCB assistant dean Dawn Gemmell created a spectacular “toybox” celebration cake for the future king, Prince George.

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Students praised by top Birmingham chefs supporting fundraiser for young hospitality professionals

Students from UCB have been praised by top Birmingham chefs after assisting at a special fundraising lunch to support the next generation of hospitality professionals.

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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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100% employment success rate for trainee teachers

Teacher trainees on all routes into teaching at UCB have achieved their first teaching posts for September.  Trainees who completed their studies through the PGCE programmes, School Direct and the Assessment Only Route have all gained newly qualified teacher (NQT)…

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Students welcomed to “second academic home” at Warwick 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.

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First cohort of Nursing Associate apprentices celebrate completion

The first group of Nursing Associate FdSc apprentices have finished their programme, celebrating with lecturers and employer partners. The apprenticeship was first introduced in the healthcare sector to boost the capacity of the nursing workforce and bridge the gap between…

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University joins AI planning tech pilot

Following a successful application to Jisc, the UK digital, data and technology agency focused on tertiary education, research and innovation, 50 higher education teaching staff at University College Birmingham will be using the software TeacherMatic to help plan their classroom…

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Star student and 'outstanding' mentor celebrate sweet success at baking industry Oscars

Star student and 'outstanding' mentor celebrate sweet success at baking industry Oscars It's not just Jessica Dalton's amazing cakes and bakes that are on the rise, while UCB College of Food Assistant Dean Dawn Gemmell can whisk off on her…

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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.

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Laura Ellery

Starting her career at Birmingham Children’s Hospital, Laura called on her longstanding clinical and teaching expertise to develop this new degree.

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Mark Godwin

Lecturer Mark has 25 years of elite sport performance and coaching experience. He reveals what you can gain from our master’s course.

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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.

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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.

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Adapting to digital to engage make-up students leads to virtual learning award

The University has won the Library Teaching and Learning Award from education provider Talis

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Are you the Languages Undergraduate of the Year?

TARGET jobs are searching the best universities in the UK to find an outstanding languages undergraduate of the year.

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UCB celebrates silver award in new higher education assessment

University College Birmingham has been awarded silver for the quality of its teaching in the Government's new higher education grading assessment published today (June 20).

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AASE Boxers take Tenerife

Eleven lucky members of UCB's Advanced Apprenticeship in Sporting Excellence (AASE) Boxing Academy have just returned from a two week coaching placement in sunny Tenerife.

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Marie Woodward

Marie has over 25 years experience in teaching students across the levels and relishes passing on her own expertise in this rewarding field.

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Students as young as six present findings at Young Researchers Conference

Reward systems, school partnerships, teaching methods and technology were just some of the complex findings covered by some very young researchers at a special conference at UCB.

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Starting them young – PGCE students learn to teach cookery

A group of School Direct teaching students has been shown how to teach young children to cook – and why it’s so important to do so.

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Mark Newman

Mark has worked with everyone from the UK Fire Service to Women’s Championship footballers, so brings vast experience to his teaching.

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Phil Hunt

Over 20 years’ industry experience and two decades teaching Building Services, specialising in sustainable design and future-ready construction skills.

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Learning and Teaching Strategy

The Learning and Teaching Strategy outlines our commitment to delivering transformative, career-focused education. It provides a clear direction for students and staff, underpinned by principles of inclusivity, digital innovation, and personalised learning, preparing graduates to lead and thrive in a…

Other

Teaching Assistant

Abigail Edwards

Other

Teaching Assistant

Xinyu Qiao

Other

Programme Lead, Sports Coaching and Education

Nathan Price

Other

Vice Dean - Business School

Elaine Limond

Other

Psychology Teaching and Learning Technician

Dr Chris Higton

Other

Deputy Dean (Teaching Learning and Digital)

Tsai Lovett

Other

Lecturer

Fatima Rahim

Other

Nikki Bott

Other

Strategic plans

Documents setting out our strategy for teaching, learning and assessment at University College Birmingham.

Other

Senior Lecturer

Deborah Freeman

Other

Associate Lecturer

Kelly Sweeney

Other

Senior Lecturer Aviation

Helen Joyner-Harris

Other

Lecturer

Ros Davis

Other

Lecturer

Faisal Mustafa

Other

Senior Lecturer

Dr Daniella Nayyar

Other

Lecturer

Dr Jane Bradford

Other

Senior Lecturer

Helen Waters

Other

Lecturer

Sarah Wood

Other

Lecturer

Jenna Foster

Other

Lecturer in Digital Marketing

Makesh Sohpal

Other

Lecturer

Mossab Salih

Other

Lecturer in Business (FE)

Dharshani Jayasuriya

Other

Subject Lead

Grainne Whitehead

Other

Senior Lecturer/Course Leader Accounting and Finance

Asif Sadiq

Other

Lecturer

Claire Prew

Other

Lecturer

Jane Murdoch

Other

Lecturer

Laura Jones

Other

Academic Development Tutor

Bobbie Blair

Other

Lecturer

George Babalev