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Guild of Students

As soon as you enrol as a college or sixth form student at University College Birmingham, you'll automatically become a member of our Guild of Students.

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Guild of Students

Run by students, for students. As soon as you enrol at University College Birmingham, whatever level you are studying at, you automatically become a member of the Guild.

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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.

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Head of Department

Lewis Walker

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Lecturer

Christopher Foxall

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Short courses and CPD

Short courses at University College Birmingham enable you to build new skills, delve into a new hobby or continue your professional development.

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College and sixth form student life

Find out more about what life is like being a college or sixth form student at University College Birmingham and what studying at the heart of the city and the country has to offer.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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University student support

Whatever help you need, our support teams are committed to giving you the advice, skills and practical tools to discover your full potential.

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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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College fees and tuition

Find more information about tuition fees for college courses at University College Birmingham.

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How to apply

Learn more on how to apply for a college, undergraduate or postgraduate course at University College Birmingham.

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UCB Ahead

UCB Ahead is a free one-week welcome programme for international students, helping you prepare for studies at UCB with academic sessions and support.

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Industry links

We are renowned for our industry links on a global scale. Whether we are working with businesses to provide students with great placements and work experience, coordinating internships abroad or liaising with sector-specific organisations and societies to bolster our courses…

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Accommodation for international students

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

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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.

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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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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.

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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…

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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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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.

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Jo Jones

Jo continues to build relationships and raise the business exposure for her current employer, specialist engineering consultancy, Clancy Consulting. She is a trusted advisor to clients and industry contacts, ensuring their satisfaction and loyalty while also driving growth for the…

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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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Learning spaces

Our campuses offer ideal environments to build your knowledge, with quiet areas for individual work, break-out spaces for meet-ups and glazed pods for group discussion.

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Getting your voice heard

We are sure you will have opinions about your experience while you are studying at University College Birmingham and we would like to hear them.

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Assessment fairness and marking (FE)

This page explains about how University College Birmingham ensures that all work undertaken and examinations sat by our students are considered fairly.

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Apprenticeships

Social Worker Degree Apprenticeship BA (Hons)

Entry

September

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Living at home while at uni

Over 70% of our undergraduate students live at home for many reasons while at uni. You don’t need to move away to have the best time and the most amazing student experience.

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Community

Your time at college or sixth form is more than classwork. It's also about the friendships you form and the activities you get involved in, as well as feeling supported and guided during your studies.

Other

New postgraduate students

Welcome information for new postgraduate students starting their courses in February 2026

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Students with disabilities and additional needs (Further Education)

Useful information for college and sixth form students with disabilities and additional needs who have just joined University College Birmingham. This page includes downloads, links and resources related to key support services.

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Students with disabilities and additional needs (Higher education)

Useful information for students with disabilities and additional needs that just joined University College Birmingham. Includes information and videos related to key support services, links and downloads.

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University Transition Event

Prepare for starting university at our Transition Event. Meet support teams, explore campus and discover the services available before September.

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Senior Lecturer

Simon Chatterton

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Black History Month 2022

October is Black History Month in the UK. This year, the theme is ‘Time for Change: Actions Not Words.’ Our Student Engagement team have organised different events throughout the month to celebrate.

Other

Guild of Students

As soon as you enrol as a college or sixth form student at University College Birmingham, you'll automatically become a member of our Guild of Students.

Other

Guild of Students

Run by students, for students. As soon as you enrol at University College Birmingham, whatever level you are studying at, you automatically become a member of the Guild.

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

Head of Department

Lewis Walker

Other

Lecturer

Christopher Foxall

Other

Short courses and CPD

Short courses at University College Birmingham enable you to build new skills, delve into a new hobby or continue your professional development.

Other

College and sixth form student life

Find out more about what life is like being a college or sixth form student at University College Birmingham and what studying at the heart of the city and the country has to offer.

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

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

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

University student support

Whatever help you need, our support teams are committed to giving you the advice, skills and practical tools to discover your full potential.

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

College fees and tuition

Find more information about tuition fees for college courses at University College Birmingham.

Other

How to apply

Learn more on how to apply for a college, undergraduate or postgraduate course at University College Birmingham.

Other

UCB Ahead

UCB Ahead is a free one-week welcome programme for international students, helping you prepare for studies at UCB with academic sessions and support.

Other

Industry links

We are renowned for our industry links on a global scale. Whether we are working with businesses to provide students with great placements and work experience, coordinating internships abroad or liaising with sector-specific organisations and societies to bolster our courses…

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Jo Jones

Jo continues to build relationships and raise the business exposure for her current employer, specialist engineering consultancy, Clancy Consulting. She is a trusted advisor to clients and industry contacts, ensuring their satisfaction and loyalty while also driving growth for the…

Other

Short courses, College

Introduction to the Hospitality Industry (Award)

Entry

April, June and September 2026

Mode of study

Full-Time

Other

Learning spaces

Our campuses offer ideal environments to build your knowledge, with quiet areas for individual work, break-out spaces for meet-ups and glazed pods for group discussion.

Other

Getting your voice heard

We are sure you will have opinions about your experience while you are studying at University College Birmingham and we would like to hear them.

Other

Assessment fairness and marking (FE)

This page explains about how University College Birmingham ensures that all work undertaken and examinations sat by our students are considered fairly.

Other

Apprenticeships

Social Worker Degree Apprenticeship BA (Hons)

Entry

September

Other

Living at home while at uni

Over 70% of our undergraduate students live at home for many reasons while at uni. You don’t need to move away to have the best time and the most amazing student experience.

Other

Community

Your time at college or sixth form is more than classwork. It's also about the friendships you form and the activities you get involved in, as well as feeling supported and guided during your studies.

Other

New postgraduate students

Welcome information for new postgraduate students starting their courses in February 2026

Other

Students with disabilities and additional needs (Further Education)

Useful information for college and sixth form students with disabilities and additional needs who have just joined University College Birmingham. This page includes downloads, links and resources related to key support services.

Other

Students with disabilities and additional needs (Higher education)

Useful information for students with disabilities and additional needs that just joined University College Birmingham. Includes information and videos related to key support services, links and downloads.

Other

University Transition Event

Prepare for starting university at our Transition Event. Meet support teams, explore campus and discover the services available before September.

Other

Senior Lecturer

Simon Chatterton

Other

Black History Month 2022

October is Black History Month in the UK. This year, the theme is ‘Time for Change: Actions Not Words.’ Our Student Engagement team have organised different events throughout the month to celebrate.

News and insights

The Craft Guild of Chefs Graduate Awards

A top culinary guild broke with tradition to hold its prestigious graduate awards outside London for the first time – at University College Birmingham.

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University’s Guild of Students officers add their voice to national debate

UCB Guild of Students join a national debate on the post-16 white paper.

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UCB Lecturer triumphs at the renowned Craft Guild of Chefs Awards

Mathew Shropshall, Chef Lecturer at UCB's College of Food, has won the esteemed title of 'Chef Lecturer of the Year' at the Annual Craft Guild of Chefs Awards.

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Freshers students have a ball at Great Guild Photo Hunt

Over 30 new UCB students from across HE and FE took part in a photo treasure hunt today organised by the University's Guild of Students and Health and Wellbeing Team.

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Guild Officer invited to Westminster to discuss national student housing crisis

Natasha Fernandes, University College Birmingham’s Guild’s Equalities Officer, was recently featured in the government’s All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) for students on the national student housing crisis. The APPG provided parliamentarians with the knowledge to inform policies on student housing.

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Former UCB chef and pastry students take top spots in Craft Guild Graduate Awards

Former UCB students Ieuan Davies and Ben Cowley dazzled the judges on their way to securing places in the Craft Guild of Chefs Graduate Awards hall of fame.

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Guild President Charlotte talks road safety, RAGs and taxi rides with Birmingham's Lord Mayor

UCB's Guild of Students President Charlotte Gates joined four other union reps from universities across the city for a meeting with Birmingham's Lord Mayor Anne Underwood this week.

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UCB's new Guild of Students

Students enrolling at UCB automatically become members of the Guild of Students. The Guild ensures the diversity of its members is recognised, and works with UCB to help deliver the best university experience possible for every student. It aims to…

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Guild of Students has new executive team

Guild of Students has new executive team…and charity status! The University’s Guild of Students has voted in its new executive team for 2018-19, bolstered by the potentially game-changing news that it has received charity status.

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Meet the new Guild of Students executive team

Meet the new executive team at University College Birmingham's Guild of Students for the 2019-20 academic year!

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Anthony triumphs at "special" Craft Guild of Chefs Awards

The College of Food’s Anthony Wright has won Chef Lecturer of the Year at the 25th anniversary Craft Guild of Chefs Awards.

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UCB a sweet Centre of Excellence

UCB has been recognised as a Centre of Excellence in Patisserie and Confectionery by the Hospitality Guild.

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New Year New President

The start of the 2013 academic year also sees the start of new UCB Guild president’s term in office.

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Disabled Students Society wins national award for being “pillar of support”

The society, which is part of the University’s Guild of Students, has won the Committee Excellence Award at the 2021 NSVAs.

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UCB launches Varsity League

The UCB Student Guild arranged for a varsity to be held between Birmingham City University, Aston University and UCB, now known as the Varsity League.

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Promising young chefs compete for top title in UCB's kitchens

12 top chefs under the age of 23 have undergone a rigorous day of challenges in the final of the Craft Guild of Chefs Graduate Awards hosted by UCB.

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Raphael Akakpo

Now working for a top travel company, Raphael chose to build on his degree from a French university with an internationally-focused top-up.

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Raphael Akakpo

Now working for a top travel company, Raphael chose to build on his degree from a French university with an internationally-focused top-up.

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Phoebe Turner

Eager to build in-demand skills for the prosthetics industry, Phoebe was wowed by the facilities at UCB.

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James Whiting MBE

Since studying at both college and degree level at UCB, James has gone on to build a multi-million-pound brand.

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Iman Fatima

Entrepreneur Iman was inspired to build something from the ground up, and her time at UCB gave her the confidence to take the leap.

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Iman Fatima

Entrepreneur Iman was inspired to build something from the ground up, and her time at UCB gave her the confidence to take the leap.

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Jamie Cowburn

Jamie left college keen to build his skill set in baking and patisserie, and he knew exactly where he wanted to study.

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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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High-flying aviation students advise Birmingham Airport on noise pollution

Six Aviation and Airport Management degree (AAM) students have spent this morning in important discussions with Birmingham Airport’s Corporate Responsibility Manager, Andy Holding, detailing ways to build positive relationships with neighbouring communities and deal with local complaints.

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New halls of residence space designed for Millennials

From flexible working hours and recorded lectures to Whatsapping friends and FaceTiming parents, there's no question that student life is very different to 20 years ago, which is why UCB has created a designated space for today's more discerning students…

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UCB participate in the international NOH8 campaign

UCB have been participating in the NOH8 campaign – an international movement that promotes marriage, gender and human equality through education, advocacy, social media, and visual protest.

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Laura Snape

Laura discovered a passion for special effects and prosthetics at college and plans to build her skills at degree level.

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Hannah Stevens

When Hannah made the decision to build on her health and social care course with a degree, where she'd study was a no-brainer.

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UCB's 'U Can Be You' Pride float celebrates inclusivity, diversity and equality

University College Birmingham students joined in the party at Birmingham Pride after designing their own UCB parade float.

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Graduate Natalie makes history as top student at distinguished master baker awards

A stand-out bakery graduate has made history by winning one of the highest industry accolades at a distinguished event for Britain’s master bakers.

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Brum students big on fashion – and volunteering, survey reveals

Birmingham students not only spend more on fashion each month than their UK university counterparts, they also volunteer the second highest amount of hours, a new survey reveals.

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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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Tell us what you think of UCB - and win up to £500

Final-year UCB degree students can win a slice of a £5,000 prize fund by taking part in the National Student Survey.

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University College Birmingham welcomes European students

University College Birmingham is aware that EU students may be anxious about the impact of the referendum on their studies and future funding.

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Gold Accreditation and AA Highly Commended

It's a case of triple success for hospitality training and the restaurants at University College Birmingham (UCB).

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Paralympian Chloe Davies swims to victory at national championships

Sports Therapy student Chloe Davies put in an outstanding performance at this years' British Universities and Colleges Sport (BUCS) Short Course Swimming Championships, winning every event she entered and landing the 'Top Girl' trophy for overall achievement.

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Tell us what you think of UCB - and win up to £500

Final-year UCB degree students can win a slice of a £5,000 prize fund by taking part in the National Student Survey.

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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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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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Movies, meet-ups, music and more: UCB hosts special programme of events for LGBT History Month

University College Birmingham will be celebrating the LGBT community this February through a special programme of activities to mark LGBT History Month.

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Mental health charity receives cheque from UCB during poignant awareness week

A charity dedicated to empowering university students to look after their mental health has received a cheque for just under £2,000 from UCB - during Mental Health Awareness Week.

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Ross Loveitt

Ross built up an armoury of transferable skills on his MA, from writing reports to instigating negotiations.

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Call for students to nominate inspirational educators at UCB

Has a lecturer or academic support worker inspired you to push for a higher grade – or encouraged you to keep going when you doubted your ability?

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Megan is a Tabasco hot chef

Level 3 Professional Cookery student Megan Connor was named runner-up in the Tabasco Street Food Challenge 2014.

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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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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 neutral facilities at UCB welcomed by transitioning students

A UCB student who recently underwent gender reassignment has said the opening of new gender neutral facilities at the University “means the world”.

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UCB entrepreneurs join BSEEN Showcase celebrating 1,000 new start-up businesses

Budding entrepreneurs from University College Birmingham gathered at a showcase event for a project which helps city students and graduates to set up their own businesses.

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Harley White

A chance open day visit convinced Harley that UCB Sixth Form Centre was the place to pursue his dreams of becoming a doctor.

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Zoey Harris-Wright

Zoey attributes her success not just to her academic achievements, but her decision to grasp university life with both hands.

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Andreas Constantinou

Andreas Constantinou studied both a BSc in Tourism Management and an MA in Tourism Destination Management.

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Talented young chefs graduate from Saturday academies

Food-loving schoolchildren have completed expert academies at UCB, boosting their bakery and cookery skills while learning about healthy eating.

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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.

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Adam Bennett confirmed as the UK representative for the international Bocuse D'Or competition

Adam Bennett has been confirmed as the UK representative for the international Bocuse D'Or competition following a cook-off at University College Birmingham.

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Tell us what you think of UCB - and win up to £500 (1)

Final-year UCB degree students can win a slice of a £5,000 prize fund by taking part in the National Student Survey.

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Student satisfaction at University College Birmingham highest in the city

Student satisfaction at UCB is the highest of the city’s five universities, according to this year’s NSS.

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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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It's a takeover! Students from University College Birmingham hijack nearly 50 hotel jobs

Students from across University College Birmingham are set to hijack nearly 50 jobs at one of the city’s busiest hotels as part of a campaign to encourage young people into hospitality.

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Andreas Constantinou

Andreas Constantinou studied both a BSc in Tourism Management and an MA in Tourism Destination Management.

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Alumni return to Summer Row after 40 years

A group of UCB graduates from the 1970s returned to Summer Row for a stroll down memory lane.

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The heat is on for Matt

Trainee chef Matt Price is hot stuff in the kitchen having cooked his way to victory in a Tabasco sauce challenge.

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