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University campus tours

Can't make it to our open day? Join us for a tour of our campus. 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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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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Virtual tours

Take a look around our University, no matter where you are. Check out our virtual tours of our accommodation, campuses and world class facilities.

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Campuses

Each of our campus buildings in Birmingham city centre has its own distinct character, student services and specialist teaching facilities.

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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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Sixth form

If you want to do A-levels in Birmingham and prepare for university in the same study environment, check out our sixth form centre for the city, based at our Camden House campus building.

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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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Sixth Form campuses and facilities

Find out more about our Sixth Form campus buildings and facilities 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.

Other

Summer Row

Home of our award-winning restaurant and industry standard kitchens, our Summer Row campus also hosts facilities such as our aesthetics clinic and aviation suite.

Other

Aviation and Tourism Suite

Students on our aviation, travel and tourism courses have use of our exciting aviation simulation facilities, including a state-of-the-art mock plane cabin on campus.

Other

College learning spaces

Our college campus buildings provide the ideal environment for your learning, with quiet individual study areas and break-out spaces for meeting up in groups.

Other

Moss House

Introducing our brand new £44m campus, featuring state-of-the-art sports facilities, our health simulation suite, restaurant and coffee shop plus much more.

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School of Health, Life Sciences and Education | University College Birmingham

Our School of Health, Life Sciences and Education is home to everything from psychology to sport, all taught at our city centre campus buildings and bolstered by partnerships with over 1,000 employers.

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School of Computing, Engineering and Built Environment | University College Birmingham

Our School of Computing, Engineering and Built Environment is home to everything from engineering courses to cyber security, all taught at our city centre campus buildings and bolstered by partnerships with over 1,000 employers.

Other

Business School | University College Birmingham

Our Business School is home to everything from business and tourism courses to culinary arts management, all taught at our city centre campus buildings and bolstered by partnerships with over 1,000 employers.

Other

College computer facilities

Our college students can access computers and a range of quiet study spaces and self-study laptop areas around our campus buildings.

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Schools

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

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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.

Other

Student Ambassadors

Our Student Ambassador scheme provides opportunities for flexible, part-time work that will fit around your studies while you enhance your CV.

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

Library Tours

Take a tour of the library facilities at University College Birmingham. These are open to all students and are taking place on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday.

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.

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International students

Join our global community of more than 1,400 students from over 60 countries. Our international team will help make your application and arrival as smooth as possible.

Other

World

Whether you want to work in hotels, hospitality and events or explore the world of aviation, tourism and travel, our Department of Hospitality and Tourism runs a range of courses to help you pursue your ideal career.

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Information for parents (college and sixth form students)

From the moment your son or daughter arrives, they will receive outstanding support from teachers, careers advisers and our student services team.

Other

Department of Health and Nutrition

Our Department of Health and Nutrition courses include degrees in nursing, physiotherapy and food and nutrition, backed by state-of-the-art simulation facilities on campus, including a six-bed hospital ward, and a food science suite.

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

Undergraduate study

Our extensive range of specialist BA, BSc and foundation degree courses are highly valued by industry.

Other

Our sustainability

We take sustainability very seriously and will use our position to embed sustainability across our operations and our place in the community and society at large.

Other

Masterclasses

These sessions give you and your students an interactive taster of our degree courses from our academic teaching staff.

Other

Sexual violence

Sexual violence is never your fault. We offer a safe, understanding space to talk, find support, and take steps that feel right for you - at your own pace.

Other

Chelmsley Wood culinary school

University College Birmingham is renowned worldwide for its training in hospitality. Start your hospitality career or upskill on one of our free (subject to eligibility) introductory cookery courses at our Chelmsley Wood culinary school.

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Domestic abuse

Domestic abuse can affect anyone. We’re here to help you feel safe, talk through your experience, and understand your rights and the support available to you.

Other

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

Stalking

Stalking is persistent, unwanted behaviour that causes distress. We offer confidential support and guidance to help you stay safe and explore your options.

Other

Higher Education Student Handbook

University College Birmingham HE Student Handbook deals with everything you will need to organise prior to your arrival here as a First Year student.

Other

Accommodation for international students

International students studying at University College Birmingham for the first time will be offered accommodation in our halls of residence.

Other

LGBTQ+

LGBTQ+ individuals are a vital part of our university community. Inclusion is central to our identity, and every student and staff member should feel safe, respected, and supported in being themselves.

Other

Have a Go

Each session gives your students a flavour of life at University College Birmingham and the opportunity to find out more about our vocational college courses through practical sessions with our expert team of staff.

Other

Progress to Postgrad

Elevate your career prospects with our accredited postgraduate degrees. Enhance your CV, skills, and knowledge while standing out in a competitive job market.

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

Learning support

Our learning support teams are here to give all our college and sixth form students the advice and skills to help you succeed in your studies and discover your full potential.

Other

Learning support

Whatever help you need to succeed in your studies, our learning support teams are committed to giving all our students the advice, skills and practical tools to discover your full potential.

Other

University campus tours

Can't make it to our open day? Join us for a tour of our campus. 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

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

Virtual tours

Take a look around our University, no matter where you are. Check out our virtual tours of our accommodation, campuses and world class facilities.

Other

Campuses

Each of our campus buildings in Birmingham city centre has its own distinct character, student services and specialist teaching facilities.

Other

College campuses and facilities

Discover our college campus buildings and facilities for further education students at University College Birmingham.

Other

Sixth form

If you want to do A-levels in Birmingham and prepare for university in the same study environment, check out our sixth form centre for the city, based at our Camden House campus building.

Other

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

Sixth Form campuses and facilities

Find out more about our Sixth Form campus buildings and facilities 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

Summer Row

Home of our award-winning restaurant and industry standard kitchens, our Summer Row campus also hosts facilities such as our aesthetics clinic and aviation suite.

Other

Aviation and Tourism Suite

Students on our aviation, travel and tourism courses have use of our exciting aviation simulation facilities, including a state-of-the-art mock plane cabin on campus.

Other

College learning spaces

Our college campus buildings provide the ideal environment for your learning, with quiet individual study areas and break-out spaces for meeting up in groups.

Other

Moss House

Introducing our brand new £44m campus, featuring state-of-the-art sports facilities, our health simulation suite, restaurant and coffee shop plus much more.

Other

School of Health, Life Sciences and Education | University College Birmingham

Our School of Health, Life Sciences and Education is home to everything from psychology to sport, all taught at our city centre campus buildings and bolstered by partnerships with over 1,000 employers.

Other

School of Computing, Engineering and Built Environment | University College Birmingham

Our School of Computing, Engineering and Built Environment is home to everything from engineering courses to cyber security, all taught at our city centre campus buildings and bolstered by partnerships with over 1,000 employers.

Other

Business School | University College Birmingham

Our Business School is home to everything from business and tourism courses to culinary arts management, all taught at our city centre campus buildings and bolstered by partnerships with over 1,000 employers.

Other

College computer facilities

Our college students can access computers and a range of quiet study spaces and self-study laptop areas around our campus buildings.

Other

Schools

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

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

Student Ambassadors

Our Student Ambassador scheme provides opportunities for flexible, part-time work that will fit around your studies while you enhance your CV.

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

Library Tours

Take a tour of the library facilities at University College Birmingham. These are open to all students and are taking place on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday.

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

International students

Join our global community of more than 1,400 students from over 60 countries. Our international team will help make your application and arrival as smooth as possible.

Other

World

Whether you want to work in hotels, hospitality and events or explore the world of aviation, tourism and travel, our Department of Hospitality and Tourism runs a range of courses to help you pursue your ideal career.

Other

Information for parents (college and sixth form students)

From the moment your son or daughter arrives, they will receive outstanding support from teachers, careers advisers and our student services team.

Other

Department of Health and Nutrition

Our Department of Health and Nutrition courses include degrees in nursing, physiotherapy and food and nutrition, backed by state-of-the-art simulation facilities on campus, including a six-bed hospital ward, and a food science suite.

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

Undergraduate study

Our extensive range of specialist BA, BSc and foundation degree courses are highly valued by industry.

Other

Our sustainability

We take sustainability very seriously and will use our position to embed sustainability across our operations and our place in the community and society at large.

Other

Masterclasses

These sessions give you and your students an interactive taster of our degree courses from our academic teaching staff.

Other

Sexual violence

Sexual violence is never your fault. We offer a safe, understanding space to talk, find support, and take steps that feel right for you - at your own pace.

Other

Chelmsley Wood culinary school

University College Birmingham is renowned worldwide for its training in hospitality. Start your hospitality career or upskill on one of our free (subject to eligibility) introductory cookery courses at our Chelmsley Wood culinary school.

Other

Domestic abuse

Domestic abuse can affect anyone. We’re here to help you feel safe, talk through your experience, and understand your rights and the support available to you.

Other

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

Stalking

Stalking is persistent, unwanted behaviour that causes distress. We offer confidential support and guidance to help you stay safe and explore your options.

Other

Higher Education Student Handbook

University College Birmingham HE Student Handbook deals with everything you will need to organise prior to your arrival here as a First Year student.

Other

Accommodation for international students

International students studying at University College Birmingham for the first time will be offered accommodation in our halls of residence.

Other

LGBTQ+

LGBTQ+ individuals are a vital part of our university community. Inclusion is central to our identity, and every student and staff member should feel safe, respected, and supported in being themselves.

Other

Have a Go

Each session gives your students a flavour of life at University College Birmingham and the opportunity to find out more about our vocational college courses through practical sessions with our expert team of staff.

Other

Progress to Postgrad

Elevate your career prospects with our accredited postgraduate degrees. Enhance your CV, skills, and knowledge while standing out in a competitive job market.

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

Learning support

Our learning support teams are here to give all our college and sixth form students the advice and skills to help you succeed in your studies and discover your full potential.

Other

Learning support

Whatever help you need to succeed in your studies, our learning support teams are committed to giving all our students the advice, skills and practical tools to discover your full potential.

News and insights

UCB Aviation & Airport Management Degree students tour Birmingham Airport

The first intake of UCB's BA and FdA Aviation & Airport Management students took a tour of Birmingham Airport's landside facilities to get an insight into operations in the airline industry.

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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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Asymptomatic testing centre opens on campus to help get students home for Christmas

A Covid-19 asymptomatic testing site of lateral flow tests has opened at University College Birmingham to help students return home safely for Christmas.

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New Safer Partnerships Hub to provide engagement with local police on campus

A new dedicated hub has been opened at University College Birmingham where students will be able to meet and engage with local police officers as part of a collaboration with West Midlands Police.

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Chef Samina cooks for Prince William and Kate during Pakistan tour

A former Professional Cookery student at University College Birmingham had the honour of making the VIP in-flight meals for the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge during their recent five-day tour of Pakistan.

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New Moss House campus opens doors to students and staff

Today marks the opening of our new £44 million Moss House - complete with some of the best learning facilities available to UK university students.

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Cruise ship tour gives students a taste of grandeur

Staterooms with floor-to-ceiling ocean views, ice shows, a poolside cinema and an array of fantastic restaurants – life on board a cruise ship has certainly evolved over the years.

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UCB graduate returns to campus – to film a segment for ITV news

Around 25 years ago Mark Gough, award-winning journalist for ITV news, completed a cookery course for beginners at University College Birmingham. Today he has come full-circle, returning to campus to interview top students for a segment on prime-time ITV news.

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American Football champs call on invaluable UCB therapists for Finland tour

Not one, but two, UCB sports therapists have been called up to support a five-time national championship-winning women’s American Football team at a new tournament in Finland.

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Four alumni return to find UCB transformed - 49 years after graduating

After graduating UCB in 1978, Mike Coombs and Mike Butler kept in touch via yearly Christmas cards. Last year, they managed to track down two more ex-classmates over the internet – over five decades since they all first started their…

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Focus on your future, not your funds

Our Cost of Living Allowance returns for 2026.

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Staff’s 24-hour sports endurance challenge raises thousands for charity

Determined staff at University College Birmingham have sweated it out for a full 24 hours in an endurance event on campus to raise thousands of pounds for charity.

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University welcomes MP to explore city-wide opportunities for young people

Preet Gill MP joins UCB staff on campus tour, exploring how her Edgbaston constituents could benefit from UCB's provision.

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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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Find Your People events programme helps student community bounce back from Covid

Campus life is buzzing again at University College Birmingham thanks to a major programme of events designed to bring students back together following the disruption of the coronavirus pandemic.

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Blog | Parent guide to Clearing and how you can support your child

If your child hasn’t applied to university yet, but wants to go in September 2025, Clearing is their second chance to secure a place for this year. Read more on how you can support them.

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Former Mayor visits Bluebell Wood to see the vision made real

Sir Andy Street enjoyed a behind-the-scenes tour of the project.

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Toni in 24 Hour Challenge

Erasmus student, Toni Kostanic, recently competed in and was part of the winning team in a 24 hour Lock-in Challenge at the Welsh Innovation Centre for Enterprise (ICE).

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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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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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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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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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Blog | Student life on a budget: how to make your money go further

Life as a student on a shoestring budget is tough at the best of times, but we’ve put together some tips to help you squeeze the best value out of every last penny.

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“World-class” Moss House wins award as one of the best buildings in region

Moss House – University College Birmingham’s newest campus building – has been recognised by the prestigious Royal Institute of British Architects.

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Your chance to name the UCB bear

He – or is it she? – has been a popular fixture at graduation ceremonies for years.

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Cruise firm boss leads lineup of top business speakers at Future You conference and fair

Top professionals from the world of business, tourism and aviation will be sharing their expertise with University College Birmingham students at a conference on campus this month.

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Graduates praise value of industry experience at hired@UCB placement fair

Graduates from University College Birmingham were back on campus seeking the next generation of students to take on valuable industry placements.

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Blog | Coping with exam stress: Our top tips for tackling test anxiety

As you race towards the finish line of the academic year, sometimes exams can look like a big final hurdle. Here are some top tips for students on coping with the stress of exams and tests.

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Hristo Yanev

Hristo's degree helped him achieve his dream of launching an online tour operator, and he now runs two spin-off businesses.

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University awarded four-star QS rating as facilities and inclusiveness bag top scores

University College Birmingham has been awarded four stars by a leading ratings provider evaluating hundreds of universities from around the world.

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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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MasterChef champion and entrepreneurial ex-student share stories with trainee chefs

A former MasterChef champion and an entrepreneurial College of Food alumna came onto campus to share their experiences with future chefs studying at University College Birmingham.

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Indian celebrity chef praises "world-beating" UCB

An acclaimed celebrity chef from India made a whistle-stop tour of UCB’s food education and training facilities – and declared them world class.

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Hitachi HR boss shares post-Brexit employability advice at UCB event

University College Birmingham was proud to host Stephen Pierce as its first CMI Companions on Campus speaker at UCB's 2017 European Business Conference coordinated by UCB academic staff Sian Williams and Gillian McCurdy.

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Full steam ahead for master’s students as proposals accepted for Vintage Trains

Postgraduate students from University College Birmingham are on track to make their mark in industry after successfully pitching new products to a heritage rail tour operator.

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Theatrical Make-up leave UCB for Hogwarts

Theatrical Special Effects, Hair and Media Make-up students swapped their make-up brushes for magic wands for their visit to Warner Brothers Studio’s The Making of Harry Potter Tour.

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New UCB trading suite to help boost diversity in finance and accounting industry

University College Birmingham could provide a major impact in addressing the need for greater diversity in the finance and accounting industry after opening a brand new trading suite on campus.

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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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From Field to Fork – UCB's Visit to Daylesford Organic Farm

On Wednesday 5 May Students from a Level 5 Gastronomy option group, including those from Culinary Arts Management and Tourism Management courses, attended a Market Garden Tour at Daylesford Organic Farm near Evesham.

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Ashley Sonny Carter

By the time Ashley joined the sixth form, he had already spent time on campus through a Unifest experience that stayed with him.

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Duo win special awards at celebration event for UCB apprentices

Apprentices from University College Birmingham gathered together on campus this week for UCB's first-ever Apprenticeship Celebration Event.

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Blog | Getting around Brum: a student travel guide

Wherever you're heading, our central location means it couldn’t be easier to make your way around Birmingham and the wider region.

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London trip opens students' eyes to world of opportunities in hospitality

From a tour of Amazon’s catering facilities to a visit to one of the world’s most iconic hotels, Hospitality Business Management students had their eyes opened to the sheer breadth of careers their degree could lead to during a “phenomenal”…

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Blog | Our 7 top tips for exam preparation

Exams just around the corner? Feeling anxious, or like you’re not sure how to prepare? Don’t worry! Our top tips will help you navigate this stressful time and pass with flying colours.

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Calling all budding writers and photographers: Become a member of our blogging team!

Are you a keen writer? Do you love taking and sharing photos? Looking for ways to use your digital skills to boost your CV and show future employers what you can do? Then this could be the perfect opportunity for…

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Stage and TV star Richard Shelton returns to UCB ahead of Frank Sinatra show in Birmingham

A former UCB student is appearing on stage in the city this week in a critically-acclaimed show about Frank Sinatra. Multi-award nominated actor Richard Shelton stars as the legendary singer in Sinatra: RAW, which is currently on a four-night run…

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Chef lecturers go Dutch at TUCO Chef's Challenge

Chef lecturers Richard Taylor and Giovanni Di-Vito are taking the trip of a lifetime after winning gold at The University Caterer’s Organisation (TUCO) Chef’s Challenge. Scoring top marks at the competition’s final, they are now set to fly to the…

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Blog | Struggling with the cost of living? Our top tips

Let’s face it, we all need to make our money go a lot further these days, from heating bills to rising food prices and transport costs to, well, the bare essentials.

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