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International Women’s Day 2023

It's International Women's Day on 8 March, and we're holding a range of events this week to mark the occasion.

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Director of Strategic Partnership Projects

Mark Godwin

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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.

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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

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.

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Whatuni award winners 2024

University College Birmingham has won awards for its student support, international and postgraduate provision in the only awards in the UK based solely on student choice.

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Three senior appointments will deepen business and community partnerships

The senior hires will ensure our provision remains responsive to the needs of students, employers and the wider region.

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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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A message to international students

A message to international students from Vice-Chancellor and Principal

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UCB's success at the International Salon Culinaire

Professional Cookery and Bakery students were in award-winning form at the Hotelympia International Salon Culinaire at the ExCeL in London.

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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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New international partnership opens up opportunities for students in India 

University College Birmingham has committed to the upskilling and development of students in India through a new partnership with one of the country’s largest states.

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Talented student foodies inspire world for International Chefs Day

Talented students put their skills into action in the University kitchens to mark International Chefs Day in partnership with Nestlé Professional.

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Celebrating International Women’s Day at the University

Professionals were welcomed to the Restaurant at University College Birmingham on Thursday 7th March to celebrate International Women’s Day. Women and allies enjoyed networking before joining themed tables in Leadership, STEM, Sport, Business, Education, Technology, Health and Hospitality to discuss…

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Lord Mayor welcomes international students to Birmingham

UCB's new international students were invited to the Birmingham Council house for an official welcome from the Lord Mayor of Birmingham, Shafique Shah.

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Collaborations with Indian universities to drive international skills development

University College Birmingham has forged new international collaborations with a range of academic institutions and organisations in India as part of a continuing drive to boost skills development in the country.

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New partnership to support with record international applications

University College Birmingham has partnered with a specialist firm to help ensure a smooth and speedy application process for new international students amid record levels of interest from overseas.

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New international partnership to provide enriched opportunities

An exciting new collaboration between University College Birmingham and Changsha Commerce and Tourism College could see opportunities to broaden horizons for both students and staff at both institutions.

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International Women's Day spotlight – Charlie Hobbis

Events Management alumni Charlie Hobbis talks us through her journey as a female entrepreneur, and turning a home interior and lifestyle page turned into a multi-6 figure business with well-known household clients like Tefal, Snug Sofas and Marks & Spencer.

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Culinary Olympics bid coincides with International Chefs Day

England’s junior culinary team is taking on the best in the world with the help of three chefs who began cooking as schoolboys at University College Birmingham.

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Pupils join International Chefs Day with stir-fry challenge at UCB

Budding kitchen stars got some top tips on healthy cooking when they took part in International Chefs Day at University College Birmingham.

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International Women's Day spotlight – Paulina Marmaite

Aesthetic Practitioner alumni Paulina Marmaite talks about opening her aesthetics clinic one year on and how her mum, a strong businesswoman, influenced her career.

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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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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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Footballers fly the flag for St Kitts and Nevis at international championship

Two budding young footballers from University College Birmingham have had the chance to perform on the international stage by representing their country in a top continental competition.

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Sports scholar eyes international success after winning national hurdles title

A sports scholar from University College Birmingham is targeting a spot at this summer's biggest international athletics championships after securing his first senior national title.

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Vice-Chancellor announces new international scholarship schemes for 2025-2026

In advance of the new academic year, the University is releasing a series of scholarships available to international students hoping to either continue their studies with University College Birmingham, or to study with us for the first time.

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Students Katie and Bethany are caught on camera as UCB takes Cake International by storm

Bakery and Patisserie Technology students Katie Garrett and Bethany Swift are set to feature on the hit channel-4 show Extreme Cake Makers after assisting at Cake International, a major baking exposition at the NEC.

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Students set healthy eating example for next generation on International Chefs Day

Students have served up a shining example of healthy eating to inspire the next generation of chefs as part of an annual event held at University College Birmingham.

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Rosie flies flag for female entrepreneurs on international business panel

Rosie Ginday MBE, founder of Birmingham-based social enterprise Miss Macaroon and former student at University College Birmingham, will be part of a panel of leading business women speaking at an event being hosted by the British American Business Council.

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International winner and Uni of the Year runner-up in student choice awards

University College Birmingham has won the International award and was crowned University of the Year runner-up in the 2023 Whatuni Student Choice Awards (WUSCA), the leading higher education awards based solely on student choice.

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Mondelez International and University College Birmingham join forces to create the chocolatiers of the future

Two trainee bakers are savouring the sweet taste of success as the first-ever chocolate apprentices at Mondelēz International, the home of Cadbury, in Birmingham.

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International rugby player on bill for uni open day

Leading international rugby player Maggie Alphonsi MBE will be one of the leading lights at University College Birmingham’s All Stars Open Day this weekend.

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UCB rated highly for international student satisfaction

UCB has ranked highly in the latest International Student Barometer (ISB) survey.  The results reveal that in 2014/15 UCB was ranked in the top 20 universities in the world for careers and employability, earning money during studies, work experience and…

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Blenheim Palace placements are jewel in crown for international students

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

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Pupils put on a 'soup-er' show as part of International Chefs Day

Broccoli never tasted so good according to a group of Birmingham schoolchildren who took over one of the UCB kitchens in Summer Row to mark International Chefs Day.

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Star student chef Luke scoops bronze at International Young Chef Olympiad

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

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Carmen flies the flag for successful females everywhere on International Women's Day

There’s few better examples of successful international women than our very own, former tourism graduate Carmen Nibigira, who was recently called on to advise the UN on East African economics.

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Book your seat to see three inspirational speakers on International Women's Day!

A psychologist who has published a poetry book about her fascinating life journey, a researcher who explores the position of black, British female graduates and a former journalist who writes inspirational stories about women – you won’t want to miss…

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International blogging sensation set for bakery degree at UCB

International blogging sensation Marko Josipovic is all set to make his mark on Birmingham. The Croatian teenager is about to start his BSc (Hons) Bakery and Patisserie Technology at UCB and plans to update the many followers of his site…

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UCB shares international expertise at The Hospitality Convention

UCB had a presence in the first Hospitality Convention to be organised in India for students studying undergraduate hospitality, events and tourism courses in the country.

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Schoolchildren discover How Healthy Food Works at UCB event for International Chefs Day

A group of budding young chefs discovered the many benefits of healthy eating as part of an event at University College Birmingham to mark International Chefs Day.

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"UCB is a great place for international students to study tourism", says Estanis

Estanis Labernia Reverter is studying FdA Adventure Tourism Management and has big plans to take his skills and experience at UCB back to Spain to help boost the tourism economy.

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Student Jack reaches final of International Culinary Olympiad in India

Culinary Arts Management student Jack Gameson has won ‘Best Vegetarian Creation’ at one of the most prestigious culinary competitions in the world.

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Kayaking star hails UCB after winning bronze at international canoe marathon

A sports student has praised University College Birmingham staff for their support after winning bronze...

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INWED 2026: amplifying a national call for inclusion, belonging and skills innovation

National event highlighs inclusion, belonging and skills innovation in STEM.

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UCB Enters Partnership Agreement with Prestigious Indian Institution

On Monday 27 February UCB signed a partnership agreement with the Kohinoor International Management Institute (KIMI) at the Kohinoor Continental Hotel, in Mumbai, India.

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Is a Graduate Route MBA right for you?

Five questions to help you decide whether it’s the right step for your long-term career goals.

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Enterprise Rent-A-Car hails UCB partnership as student applicant success grows

A leading international car rental firm has reported a rise in the number of University College Birmingham students progressing through their application process – thanks to a flourishing partnership with UCB.

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UCB work experience recognised internationally

News of the great work experience available at UCB has travelled overseas, and international students are now requesting us personally!

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Innovative new education partnership is 'Made in Birmingham'

A ground-breaking new partnership between the University of Birmingham and University College Birmingham is set to offer young people across the West Midlands and beyond innovative new routes into a university education.

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Partnership expands University’s global reach

The MoU will strengthen the ties between the two institutions and foster a new partnership that will see students and academics benefit. The signing also saw an enterprising discussion around student exchange programmes and further collaboration that will enrich students…

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First graduands from University of Warwick partnership graduate

University College Birmingham graduands on University of Warwick accredited courses will be celebrating today, marking the first successful graduating cohort from the partnership between the two universities.

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Partnership with Merlin Entertainments promises diversity boost for tourism industry

A new partnership which promises to provide a major boost for inclusion and diversity in the travel and tourism workforce is being developed between University College Birmingham and the UK’s biggest sector employers.

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Students welcomed to “second academic home” at Warwick partnership celebration

Over 50 University College Birmingham students were guests of honour at an event to celebrate an exciting new partnership with the University of Warwick – designed to have far-reaching benefits for learners from all backgrounds and the wider economy.

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Partnership with Warwick enters new phase to support regional development

The partnership aims to provide a new approach to social mobility by opening up access to education for people in some of the region’s most disadvantaged communities.

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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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Students as young as six present findings at Young Researchers Conference

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

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Blog | What’s great about having a Warwick accredited degree?

At present, the University of Warwick is accrediting over 30 courses that can be studied full-time and part-time. These cover a wide variety of subjects, including aviation, business, food, marketing, early years, events, finance and sport.

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New partnership sees East Birmingham education centre officially launched

New partnership to provide academic support, mentoring and aspiration raising activities for young people in East Birmingham.

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New partnership expands access of award-winning joint pain programme

New partnership gives opportunities for students, as well as providing accredited training.

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Attraction World partnership provides experience for students at major tourism expo

Students from University College Birmingham had the chance to work at a major tourism exhibition as part of a flourishing relationship with one of our industry partners.

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University of Warwick partnership set to boost young people and economic recovery

The University of Warwick and University College Birmingham have announced a new partnership that will provide more opportunities for young people and strengthen the post pandemic economic recovery of the West Midlands.

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Enriched global learning experiences underway with new partnership

A new partnership between the Symbiosis School of Culinary Arts (SSCA) in India and University College Birmingham will strengthen academic experiences for students with a special new programme.

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Innovative Birmingham education partnership receives funding to teach future skills

A Birmingham education partnership including University College Birmingham has received funding to develop new and enhanced courses to help provide the skills needed in the Midlands’ future economy.

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International Women’s Day 2023

It's International Women's Day on 8 March, and we're holding a range of events this week to mark the occasion.

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Director of Strategic Partnership Projects

Mark Godwin

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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.

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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

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.

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Whatuni award winners 2024

University College Birmingham has won awards for its student support, international and postgraduate provision in the only awards in the UK based solely on student choice.