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Bluebell Wood
Bluebell Wood is an informal, affordable eatery based in the heart of the community at Chelmsley Wood Shopping Centre, next door to Chelmsley Starters, our this purpose-built culinary school.
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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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Lecturer
Eleny Wood
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Lecturer
Sarah Wood
Other
Lecturer
Richard Wood
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Short courses, College
Introduction to the Hospitality Industry (Award)
Entry
April, June and September 2026
Mode of study
Full-Time
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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.
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External relations – Birmingham College of Food
John Penn
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Lecturer, Personal Tutor and Food Service
Daniel Charles Bennett
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Head of Department for FE College of Food Hospitality and Tourism
Daniel Tennant
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Head of Department
Lewis Walker
Other
Senior Lecturer and Programme Lead, Food and Nutrition
Heather O'Neill
Other
Lecturer
Candace Ocho-Stewart
Other
Chef Lecturer
Ibrahim Bellal
Other
Open to the public
We offer a wide range of services 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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Student life
Discover more about our University and living in Birmingham – all you need to know about our accommodation, Guild of Students and what life is like in our vibrant city.
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.
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2 Day Degree
The UCB 2 Day Degree is a complete degree, the same qualification, the same quality, delivered in a way that makes it genuinely possible for more people to go into higher education.
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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
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
Postgraduate study
We offer a variety of postgraduate qualifications (MA/MSc, PGDip/PGCert, pre-masters) in areas including education, hospitality, culinary arts, business and sport.
Other
Student satisfaction
When it comes to student feedback, our university stands out. Our students value their time with us, as can be seen from the outcomes of several nationally-recognised student surveys.
Other
Working towards a sustainable community
Find out more information on what University College Birmingham's Sustainabilty goals are and how we are working towards them.
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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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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
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
Student support
Whether you need support with your learning, finances, health and wellbeing or other areas, our range of dedicated support services are here for you.
Other
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College and sixth form tour
Can't make it to our open day? Join us for a tour of our college and sixth form. 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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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
Apply for an Apprenticeship | University College Birmingham
University College Birmingham offers people aged 16 and over exciting opportunities to learn skills for life while getting paid. From healthcare and business to culinary and construction, we are here to help you kick-start your career and it won't cost…
Other
Apprenticeships for Employers
Whether you are a small, independent business or a large corporation, public or private sector, we have apprenticeships to suit you.
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
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
Our economic impact
At University College Birmingham, we are supporting our region to grow and develop to ensure it meets its skills priorities. Independent analysis has identified that we have a total economic impact of £358 million across the UK.
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International Study at University College Birmingham
Voted in the top 25 for international study (Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2024), University College Birmingham, a renowned specialist university, offers a wide range of courses for international students.
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International tuition fees
Find out more information about tuition fees, payment procedures and scholarships for international students at University College Birmingham.
Other
Undergraduate study
Our extensive range of specialist BA, BSc and foundation degree courses are highly valued by industry.
Other
Greater Birmingham & Solihull Institute of Technology
The Greater Birmingham & Solihull IoT specialises in Engineering and Manufacturing with a particular focus on higher technical education at Levels 4 and 5, with emphasis on STEM (science, technology engineering and maths) content.
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Study at University College Birmingham
If you are looking to study a college course, an undergraduate or postgraduate degree or perhaps an apprenticeship, we offer something quite unique.
Other
College fees and tuition
Find more information about tuition fees for college courses at University College Birmingham.
Other
Contact us
There are many ways you can contact University College Birmingham, from phone and email to social media.
Other
Visas and immigration
Once you have made your decision to study at University College Birmingham, you will need to make final arrangements, which are likely to include obtaining a visa.
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
Bluebell Wood
Bluebell Wood is an informal, affordable eatery based in the heart of the community at Chelmsley Wood Shopping Centre, next door to Chelmsley Starters, our this purpose-built culinary school.
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
Lecturer
Eleny Wood
Other
Lecturer
Sarah Wood
Other
Lecturer
Richard Wood
Other
Short courses, College
Introduction to the Hospitality Industry (Award)
Entry
April, June and September 2026
Mode of study
Full-Time
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
External relations – Birmingham College of Food
John Penn
Other
Lecturer, Personal Tutor and Food Service
Daniel Charles Bennett
Other
Head of Department for FE College of Food Hospitality and Tourism
Daniel Tennant
Other
Head of Department
Lewis Walker
Other
Senior Lecturer and Programme Lead, Food and Nutrition
Heather O'Neill
Other
Lecturer
Candace Ocho-Stewart
Other
Chef Lecturer
Ibrahim Bellal
Other
Open to the public
We offer a wide range of services 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
Student life
Discover more about our University and living in Birmingham – all you need to know about our accommodation, Guild of Students and what life is like in our vibrant city.
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
2 Day Degree
The UCB 2 Day Degree is a complete degree, the same qualification, the same quality, delivered in a way that makes it genuinely possible for more people to go into higher education.
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
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
Postgraduate study
We offer a variety of postgraduate qualifications (MA/MSc, PGDip/PGCert, pre-masters) in areas including education, hospitality, culinary arts, business and sport.
Other
Student satisfaction
When it comes to student feedback, our university stands out. Our students value their time with us, as can be seen from the outcomes of several nationally-recognised student surveys.
Other
Working towards a sustainable community
Find out more information on what University College Birmingham's Sustainabilty goals are and how we are working towards them.
Other
Schools
University College Birmingham comprises of four schools, which are responsible for delivering courses to students at all levels of study.
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
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
Student support
Whether you need support with your learning, finances, health and wellbeing or other areas, our range of dedicated support services are here for you.
Other
Test - accordions
Other
College and sixth form tour
Can't make it to our open day? Join us for a tour of our college and sixth form. There’s no better way to find out what it's like studying with us than to come and see for yourself!
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
Apply for an Apprenticeship | University College Birmingham
University College Birmingham offers people aged 16 and over exciting opportunities to learn skills for life while getting paid. From healthcare and business to culinary and construction, we are here to help you kick-start your career and it won't cost…
Other
Apprenticeships for Employers
Whether you are a small, independent business or a large corporation, public or private sector, we have apprenticeships to suit you.
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
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
Our economic impact
At University College Birmingham, we are supporting our region to grow and develop to ensure it meets its skills priorities. Independent analysis has identified that we have a total economic impact of £358 million across the UK.
Other
International Study at University College Birmingham
Voted in the top 25 for international study (Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2024), University College Birmingham, a renowned specialist university, offers a wide range of courses for international students.
Other
International tuition fees
Find out more information about tuition fees, payment procedures and scholarships for international students at University College Birmingham.
Other
Undergraduate study
Our extensive range of specialist BA, BSc and foundation degree courses are highly valued by industry.
Other
Greater Birmingham & Solihull Institute of Technology
The Greater Birmingham & Solihull IoT specialises in Engineering and Manufacturing with a particular focus on higher technical education at Levels 4 and 5, with emphasis on STEM (science, technology engineering and maths) content.
Other
Study at University College Birmingham
If you are looking to study a college course, an undergraduate or postgraduate degree or perhaps an apprenticeship, we offer something quite unique.
Other
College fees and tuition
Find more information about tuition fees for college courses at University College Birmingham.
Other
Contact us
There are many ways you can contact University College Birmingham, from phone and email to social media.
Other
Visas and immigration
Once you have made your decision to study at University College Birmingham, you will need to make final arrangements, which are likely to include obtaining a visa.
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.
News and insights
Chelmsley Wood culinary school makes its mark
Chelmsley Wood culinary school hoardings revealed.
News and insights
Eleny Wood
Eleny embarked on the Culinary Arts Management Degree at University College Birmingham in 2012 and is now a lecturer.
News and insights
Chelmsley Starters and Bluebell Wood officially opened by Saqib Bhatti MP
Saqib Bhatti MP joins other guests and VIPs at the official opening event for the Chelmsley Starters culinary school and its sister eatery, Bluebell Wood at Chelmsley Wood Shopping Centre.
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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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Chelmsley Wood's Bluebell Wood eatery welcomes high-profile visitors
Bluebell Wood welcomes high-profile guests and the highest environmental health rating of 5.
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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.
News and insights
Winter roundup: another busy term at Birmingham College of Food
Over a whirlwind few months, we've seen the official opening of our Chelmsley Wood Culinary School, visits from TV chefs working at Michelin-starred restaurants, and yet more awards for our fabulous students.
News and insights
Chelmsley Starters culinary school helping students find their calling
The first cohort of students at the new school have found inspiration in ways they might have never envisaged.
News and insights
Good luck to the Toque d'Or team!!
On Saturday 19 June, at the BBC Good Food Show, the UCB Nestle Toque d’Or team were put through their paces as they took part in the finals of a prestigious hospitality competition.
News and insights
Sarah soars as 2025 student ambassador for global food supplier
An undergraduate student at Birmingham College of Food has been appointed by a leading food supply company as a 2025 ambassador.
News and insights
Food, Glorious Food
School pupils got a taste of the varied career paths available in the food industry at a special event featuring hands-on workshops at UCB.
News and insights
Food, glorious food! Student chefs and bakers serving up feast of awards for 2023
From brilliant bakers to super seafood chefs and a patisserie prize-winner, food students from University College Birmingham have been enjoying a feast of competitive successes and memorable experiences this year.
News and insights
Bakery students kick-start student ambassador role with spooky Halloween recipes
Two trainee bakery technologists from University College Birmingham have been busy creating Halloween recipes for everything from petrifying pumpkin profiteroles to bleeding brain muffins to kick-start their role as student ambassadors for a global bakery supplier.
News and insights
Alumni make mark at city restaurants as Brum named ‘most exciting food destination’
Former students from University College Birmingham have helped three city venues to bag a place among the 20 most exciting restaurants in the UK as ranked by the prestigious Good Food Guide.
News and insights
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…
News and insights
FCM Students Love Food Hate Waste
First Year Food and Consumer Management students have joined forces with WRAP and their Love Food Hate Waste campaign to produce quick, easy recipes which use the food leftovers which are so often thrown away.
News and insights
High school students are food product development pioneers
Year 11 students from Brooke Weston Academy have been experimenting with food product development in UCB’s new Food Science and Innovation Suite.
News and insights
Donations for Christmas food bank appeal
University staff and students are being urged to donate canned food to help people facing financial difficulties in Birmingham.
News and insights
UCB holds Food Launch event to promote new GCSE
UCB worked with the Food Teacher’s Centre to host a special GCSE Food Launch event in preparation for the new GCSE Food Preparation and Nutrition, which will be taught in schools as of September 2016.
News and insights
'Love Food, Hate Waste' UCB student challenge 2015
UCB is calling for students across the university to showcase their culinary creativity when working with leftover food and minimising wastage by participating in the ‘Love Food, Hate Waste’ challenge.
News and insights
SORTED Food featured in '30 under 30'
SORTED Food has been ranked 4th in The Guardian's video '30 under 30: The top young people in digital media'.
News and insights
Food and Consumer Management students are recipe pioneers
Students have been demonstrating their food innovation skills to industry professionals as part of their recipe development module.
News and insights
Birmingham Food System Strategy revealed to hospitality sector
The Birmingham Food System Strategy, which has been formed with consultations among city-wide stakeholders including The Birmingham College of Food, was recently presented to the hospitality sector at the Catering Hospitality Education Forum (C.H.E.F).
News and insights
'Minimising Food Wastage' UCB student competition 2015
UCB is calling for students across the university to showcase their culinary creativity by utilising stale or leftover bread in delicious dishes – therefore minimising food wastage by participating in this this new cookery competition.
News and insights
UCB wins first 'University Challenge' food science quiz on coeliac question
Move over Paxman! UCB College of Food students thrashed the opposition in a University Challenge-inspired quiz for the nation’s undergraduate food scientists.
News and insights
College of Food shortlisted for an award of excellence
UCB’s College of Food team has been shortlisted for the Springboard Awards for Excellence (Hospitality, Leisure and Tourism), which celebrates outstanding industry achievements in promoting careers, attracting and developing people and best employment practice.
News and insights
Trailblazers discuss improving access to nutritious food at university restaurant
Hosted at the award-winning Restaurant at the Birmingham College of Food, the ‘Food Security & Resilience’ Creative Dinner brought together trailblazers across the food system to discuss improving access to nutritious and affordable food.
News and insights
Chef Goldsmith serves up at the Birmingham Independent Food Fair
UCB had a presence at the Birmingham Independent Food Fair, offering the public the chance to taste and discover the city’s finest local food and drink.
News and insights
Record year of competition success for UCB's College of Food
UCB’s College of Food is celebrating a record year of achievement in national and international competitions for 2015-16.
News and insights
New knowledge exchange hub to boost food sustainability and healthy eating
A new knowledge exchange hub designed to help address issues around healthy eating, food justice and food system sustainability is being launched at University College Birmingham as part of a regional collaboration.
News and insights
UCB helps to support small food businesses
UCB is working in partnership with the Walter Smith Employer Leadership Project (WS-ELP) to support small and medium food businesses by offering Transformational Short Courses.
News and insights
UCB unveils £2m centre to train top food industry talent
University College Birmingham has unveiled a new £2 million high-tech food hub to train the next generation of industry professionals.
News and insights
Culinary magic: UCB students turn leftovers into tasty finger food
Students worked some culinary magic turning waste food into bite-sized treats for a money-saving cooking challenge.
News and insights
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.
News and insights
College of Food student presents sugar research at IFST Young Scientist competition
A University College Birmingham student had the chance to present her own research to professionals from the food industry as part of a national competition.
News and insights
Kali gets teeth into role as new head of Birmingham College of Food
The first female head of the University's renowned Birmingham College of Food has shared her plans to work even closer with the regional food and hospitality industry in her exciting, but challenging, new role.
News and insights
Mastering the science behind fish fingers and mayo: year 10 students get stuck in at UCB's Food Science Week
Students from six local secondary schools got to grips with the fascinating science behind some of our favourite food with a packed programme of food and science workshops at UCB last week.
News and insights
Alumni Lee heads street food "take-over" at McIntyre House
Alumni Lee Desanges returned to UCB with some leading chefs to give a masterclass in street food – from a truck parked at McIntyre House.
News and insights
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.
News and insights
University College Birmingham and NEC launch lifeline for food and hospitality staff
A training hub jam-packed with vital support for food and hospitality professionals struggling due to the pandemic is being launched by University College Birmingham in partnership with the NEC Group.
News and insights
Food and Nutrition student Christie does her bit for World Hunger Day
According to Oxfam, 1 in 6 parents have gone without food to afford to feed their families. Even more concerning, almost 40% of the population are just one heating bill or broken washing machine away from poverty.
News and insights
Kapow! Pupils unmask food 'superpowers' at UCB for International Chefs Day
Cookery students from a Wolverhampton high school unmasked the 'superpowers' of food and karate chopped unhealthy diets at a UCB event to mark International Chefs Day.
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Maple syrup takes centre stage at College of Food
Maple syrup has taken over UCB’s kitchens, with both Food Development and Innovation (FDI) and Bakery and Patisserie Technology (BPT) students working closely with visiting professor David Colcombe to create a number of delicious recipes with the much-loved condiment.
News and insights
Bakery students create seven-layer Jubilee cake for Birmingham food bank
College students pulled out all the stops to create a seven-layer cake to celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee – and donated it to a city food bank.
News and insights
Emily set to empower with support network for female food professionals
A UCB Culinary Arts Management student has launched an invaluable and much-needed network to celebrate, support and empower female food professionals nationwide.
News and insights
It's a bug's life at Applied Food and Nutrition final project presentation day
Applied Food and Nutrition students have wowed assessors with cutting-edge solutions to current issues affecting the British public’s health and nutrition.
News and insights
Tweet a pic about #MyUCB – and win free food for a year!
University College Birmingham and the Handmade Burger Company have team up to offer an amazing prize for one lucky student – free food for a year!
College & Sixth Form courses
College
Introduction to the Hospitality Industry (Certificate)
Entry
September
Mode of study
Full-Time
College & Sixth Form courses
College
Food and Beverage Service Supervision Level 3
Entry
September
Mode of study
Full-Time
University courses
Undergraduate
Culinary Arts Management BA (Hons) / FdA
Entry
September, February
Mode of study
Full-Time
University courses
Top-up
Food and Nutrition BSc (Hons) Top-up
Entry
September
Mode of study
Full-Time
University courses
Undergraduate
Food and Nutrition BSc (Hons) / FdSc
Entry
September
Mode of study
Full-Time
University courses
Undergraduate
Professional Chef FdA
Entry
September
Mode of study
Full-Time
University courses
Top-up
Culinary Arts Management BA (Hons) Top-up
Entry
September, February
Mode of study
Full-Time
University courses
Postgraduate
Dietetics MSc
Entry
February
Mode of study
Full-Time