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The Kick-Start Scheme
Our Kick-Start Scheme offers targeted financial support for you to spend on educational resources and a range of products and services to help you in your studies.
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Helping you start your business
If you have ambitions to set up your own business, our Enterprise Hub offers a wealth of support for our budding student entrepreneurs to start up while you study.
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Start your career in nursing
Nursing is much more than a job. It is a challenging and extremely rewarding vocation that makes a real difference in people’s lives.
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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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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…
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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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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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Birmingham Battery Manufacturing Skills Pathway (B-MSP)
With more qualified staff needed to support demand, your solution could be to upskill or retrain your current workforce. We can support you with accredited courses required to prepare your workforce to meet the changing needs of the battery industry.
Other
Welcome information for new and returning students
Welcome, induction and enrolment information for new and returning students 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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College fees and tuition
Find more information about tuition fees for college courses at University College Birmingham.
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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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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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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 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.
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English language entry requirements
Find out more about the English language requirements.
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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
Business
University College Birmingham’s commitment to vocational education, from apprenticeships through to Master’s Degrees, means we actively promote engagement with business across a variety of platforms. We can support your industry through training and support, work placements and job opportunities –…
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Benefits and services
Our former students’ association with the UCB community extends well beyond the last lecture and graduation.
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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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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
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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Apprenticeships for Employers
Whether you are a small, independent business or a large corporation, public or private sector, we have apprenticeships to suit you.
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Courses starting in February
If you're looking for a new challenge next year, take a look at our courses available for February 2026 entry.
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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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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.
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Harassment
At University College Birmingham, we believe that harassment is never acceptable. Any form of harassment can severely impact a person's wellbeing, confidence, academic or professional performance, and overall experience at university.
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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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Digital Award
University College Birmingham is piloting the provision of a Digital Award to selected groups of students. Eligible students will receive a £280 Digital Award that can be used to purchase a laptop or tablet from the Kick-Start website.
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Rosie Ginday
Rosie Ginday MBE is founder and CEO of Miss Macaroon, a community interest company that reinvests 100% of its profits in supporting young people who need a helping hand to gain skills that can change their lives.
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Information for new students
Before you start your course at University College Birmingham, check this list to make sure that you have done all of the things on it that apply to you.
Other
Financial support for university students
Find out more about Student Finance and other information on costs and funding for higher education students, including childcare and support for care leavers.
Other
Head of Department - Hospitality and Tourism (Interim)
Richard Behan
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Apprenticeships
Commis Chef Apprenticeship Level 2
Entry
September, January, April
Mode of study
Part-Time
Other
Short courses, College
Introduction to the Hospitality Industry (Award)
Entry
April, June and September 2026
Mode of study
Full-Time
Other
Employability and careers
College is about more than just your course. Our HIRED careers, employability and placements team will provide you with help to get ready for your next steps, whether you want to continue studying or start your career.
Other
Financial support
While studying, it is important to manage your finances and access any help to which you are entitled. Our staff are here to give you the support and advice you need.
Other
Living in Birmingham
Vibrant nightlife, booming business, gorgeous green spaces and fantastic connections throughout the UK and the world. Discover Birmingham and all it has to offer.
Other
Care leavers and care experienced students
University College Birmingham is committed to providing support to our students who are Care Experienced or Care Leavers.
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
Move Up to Uni
If you’re a University College Birmingham college student, why not progress onto one of our vocational degree courses?
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Help at Hand
Details of other support that you may need during your time at University College Birmingham, such as The Student Services Unit and HIRED, our Careers and Employability Suite.
Other
Returning undergraduate students
Welcome information for returning home and international undergraduate students
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
New postgraduate students
Welcome information for new postgraduate students starting their courses in February 2026
Other
Apprenticeships
Building Services Engineer Apprenticeship BEng
Entry
September, February
Mode of study
Part-Time
Other
New undergraduate students
Welcome information for new undergraduate students starting their courses in February 2026
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
The Kick-Start Scheme
Our Kick-Start Scheme offers targeted financial support for you to spend on educational resources and a range of products and services to help you in your studies.
Other
Helping you start your business
If you have ambitions to set up your own business, our Enterprise Hub offers a wealth of support for our budding student entrepreneurs to start up while you study.
Other
Start your career in nursing
Nursing is much more than a job. It is a challenging and extremely rewarding vocation that makes a real difference in people’s lives.
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
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
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
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
Birmingham Battery Manufacturing Skills Pathway (B-MSP)
With more qualified staff needed to support demand, your solution could be to upskill or retrain your current workforce. We can support you with accredited courses required to prepare your workforce to meet the changing needs of the battery industry.
Other
Welcome information for new and returning students
Welcome, induction and enrolment information for new and returning students 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
College fees and tuition
Find more information about tuition fees for college courses at University College Birmingham.
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
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
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 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
English language entry requirements
Find out more about the English language requirements.
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
Business
University College Birmingham’s commitment to vocational education, from apprenticeships through to Master’s Degrees, means we actively promote engagement with business across a variety of platforms. We can support your industry through training and support, work placements and job opportunities –…
Other
Benefits and services
Our former students’ association with the UCB community extends well beyond the last lecture and graduation.
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
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
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
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
Courses starting in February
If you're looking for a new challenge next year, take a look at our courses available for February 2026 entry.
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
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
Harassment
At University College Birmingham, we believe that harassment is never acceptable. Any form of harassment can severely impact a person's wellbeing, confidence, academic or professional performance, and overall experience at university.
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
Digital Award
University College Birmingham is piloting the provision of a Digital Award to selected groups of students. Eligible students will receive a £280 Digital Award that can be used to purchase a laptop or tablet from the Kick-Start website.
Other
Rosie Ginday
Rosie Ginday MBE is founder and CEO of Miss Macaroon, a community interest company that reinvests 100% of its profits in supporting young people who need a helping hand to gain skills that can change their lives.
Other
Information for new students
Before you start your course at University College Birmingham, check this list to make sure that you have done all of the things on it that apply to you.
Other
Financial support for university students
Find out more about Student Finance and other information on costs and funding for higher education students, including childcare and support for care leavers.
Other
Head of Department - Hospitality and Tourism (Interim)
Richard Behan
Other
Apprenticeships
Commis Chef Apprenticeship Level 2
Entry
September, January, April
Mode of study
Part-Time
Other
Short courses, College
Introduction to the Hospitality Industry (Award)
Entry
April, June and September 2026
Mode of study
Full-Time
Other
Employability and careers
College is about more than just your course. Our HIRED careers, employability and placements team will provide you with help to get ready for your next steps, whether you want to continue studying or start your career.
Other
Financial support
While studying, it is important to manage your finances and access any help to which you are entitled. Our staff are here to give you the support and advice you need.
Other
Living in Birmingham
Vibrant nightlife, booming business, gorgeous green spaces and fantastic connections throughout the UK and the world. Discover Birmingham and all it has to offer.
Other
Care leavers and care experienced students
University College Birmingham is committed to providing support to our students who are Care Experienced or Care Leavers.
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
Move Up to Uni
If you’re a University College Birmingham college student, why not progress onto one of our vocational degree courses?
Other
Help at Hand
Details of other support that you may need during your time at University College Birmingham, such as The Student Services Unit and HIRED, our Careers and Employability Suite.
Other
Returning undergraduate students
Welcome information for returning home and international undergraduate students
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
New postgraduate students
Welcome information for new postgraduate students starting their courses in February 2026
Other
Apprenticeships
Building Services Engineer Apprenticeship BEng
Entry
September, February
Mode of study
Part-Time
Other
New undergraduate students
Welcome information for new undergraduate students starting their courses in February 2026
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.
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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.
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Great start to the summer for NSS winners
Fifteen lucky students won big for taking part in the 2017 National Student Survey (NSS).
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Blues Ladies get cooking at UCB to kick-off sweet new sponsorship
Players from Birmingham City Ladies Football Club kicked-off their new sponsorship deal with The Federation of Quebec Maple Syrup Producers with an exclusive cooking session at UCB.
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Enterprising duo with big plans scoop Birmingham student start-up awards
Two excelling entrepreneurs from University College Birmingham have received special recognition from an award-winning programme supporting student businesses in Birmingham.
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Young Researchers Conference 2017 gets off to a flying start
The annual Young Researchers Conference at UCB was launched with news that one of the UK's leading researchers would be involved in this year's project.
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Free start-up school offers expert insight for University’s social entrepreneurs
Aspiring entrepreneurs at University College Birmingham have been invited to join a start-up school as part of a new partnership designed to support social enterprise.
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UCB's first hospitality students tuck into feast of memories to kick-start golden anniversary
A group of University College Birmingham’s very first hospitality students were invited back for a feast of memories to kick-start celebrations for its golden anniversary year.
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Great start to the summer for NSS winners (1)
Fifteen lucky students won big for taking part in the 2015 National Student Survey (NSS). After 64% of UCB students completed the survey, submitting their views and opinions of UCB, the winners’ names were drawn at random and awarded prizes…
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Junior gets a head start for a graduate career
Junior Owolabi is a third year BA Events Management student with a promising career in events management waiting for him when he graduates.
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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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Bakery student calls for companies to whip up opportunities
A Bakery and Patisserie Technology undergraduate at UCB has called for companies to whip up more opportunities for young bakers to help them kick-start their careers.
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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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Dan Clarke
Dan has pressed all the right buttons since graduating and is now marketing apps and business services for a start-up.
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Sam Hellala
Keen to start a business in Birmingham, Sam saw an Access to Higher Education Diploma as the ideal stepping stone.
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Kamaria Mohamed
Adult learner Kamaria desperately wanted to be a psychotherapist, but was missing a qualification to start her on her uni journey.
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Victor Basinyi
Already a successful CEO, Victor decided to start a new educational journey with a foundation degree.
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Invictus Games inspire at tourism and events conference
The new academic year got off to a flying start as the Business School hosted its third annual Inspire Conference.
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University's student employability consultants win national service awards
Two members of the Hired team, University College Birmingham’s dedicated impartial careers, employability and placements service, have won big at the annual Unitemps awards.
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Innovative scheme to support new entrepreneurs
An innovative programme offering recent UCB graduates and students the opportunity to start their own businesses in Birmingham has secured another three years funding from the European Regional Development Fund.
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Everyone's a winner at first ever UCB sports conference
With a packed day of lively lectures, discussion and debate from leaders in the field of sports science, UCB's first ever Sports Performance and Rehabilitation Student Conference got off to a flying start.
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Former BBC wig makers will give Safiyyah a masterclass
Persistence has paid off for one lucky Specialist Hair and Media Make-up student as she prepares to start a placement working with two of the country's best known wig makers.
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Creative students win powerful support package to get businesses going
A group of final year students from University College Birmingham has won a powerful package of business start-up support through an initiative to boost creative industry in partnership with the University of Warwick.
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Flying high: meet the Aviation graduate facilitating private flights for the stars
Roland got his career off to a flying start at University College Birmingham. Now, he is an operations controller for private jet solutions company LunaJets, ensuring clients have everything for a smooth journey.
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Guest Blog | How can I get tax-free university fees for my child?
As we head closer to the start of the new academic year, many soon-to-be university students are getting ready to move away from home for the first time and embark on the next step in their educational careers.
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Sports therapy students get hands-on as University returns to London Marathon
Undergraduate sports therapists at University College Birmingham have had the chance to get hands-on experience at a major sporting event for the first time since the start of the coronavirus pandemic.
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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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Luxury hotel boss returns to University to offer hospitality placement opportunities
A University College Birmingham graduate who has managed some of the UK's most famous luxury hotels has returned to seek out the next generation of hospitality stars for exciting career opportunities.
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Shanice Hinds
The journey to uni was not always smooth for Shanice, but the support she received on her degree changed everything.
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Indiya Daley
In basic business training after college, Indiya found a love for digital marketing and decided to set up her own company.
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Arlinta Kotsaki
Arlinta had almost given up on her dream to work in finance, until she moved from her home country of Greece to the UK.
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Sefena Iqbal
A period of adversity convinced mature student Sefena to take the plunge back into education after the Covid-19 pandemic.
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Aneela Hussain
Aneela’s time studying for her foundation diploma convinced her to take the next step, and top up to a degree.
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Melanie's success at the Cross at Kenilworth
NVQ Hospitality alumni Melanie Harris now works full-time at The Cross at Kenilworth, a Michelin star pub restaurant owned and run by award-winning chefs.
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Rachael Saul
A powerhouse of knowledge, Rachael has been a key part of developments in automated manufacturing, witnessing first-hand the rapid changes in industry.
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Students who overcame challenges awarded bursaries thanks to Whatuni award win
Six students who overcame huge challenges to get a university education have been awarded an incredible bursary to help them out financially – all thanks to University College Birmingham’s Whatuni award win earlier this year.
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Savvy students make their mark at BSEEN five-day employability boot camp hosted by UCB
Five ambitious students at UCB are joining a formidable group of young people from across Newman University, Birmingham City University and Aston University to take part in a five-day business boot camp at McIntyre House this week.
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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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Students shake things up and play 'restaurant inspector' at Purnell's
A group of Food and Beverage Service students not only had the chance to learn how to make cocktails with the best during a visit to Michelin-starred Glynn Purnell’s Birmingham bistro, they were invited to play ‘restaurant inspector’ and review…
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Ellie Baldwin
After completing her make-up degree, Ellie found our prosthetics postgraduate course provided the perfect next step.
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UCB competes in Passion 4 Hospitality 2015
UCB Hospitality students recently took part in the Institute of Hospitality’s ‘Passion 4 Hospitality’ at the Novotel London West, competing against rival university teams to win stunning prizes and a feature in Hospitality Magazine.
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Aesthetics students to receive “life-saving” skin cancer surveillance training
University College Birmingham has teamed up with a national charity to train undergraduates in how to spot the signs and symptoms of one of the UK’s most common and fastest rising cancers.
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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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Blog | How to pursue a career in healthcare without a degree
Did you know you don’t always need a degree to work in healthcare?
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University launches £5k Cost of Living Allowance for UK undergraduates
University College Birmingham is delighted to announce the launch of a £5,000 Cost of Living Allowance aimed at financially supporting students during their studies as they face the rising costs of higher education and living expenses.
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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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Phil Hunt
Over 20 years’ industry experience and two decades teaching Building Services, specialising in sustainable design and future-ready construction skills.
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Blog | The 9 things we wish we knew before starting university
From staying organised to looking after our wellbeing, there’s a lot we wish we’d thought about before starting our degrees, so we’ve put together a list of the most important bits of advice.
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Md Easmay Anjum
"University College Birmingham stood out for its mix of practical learning and academic study, plus the strong industry links and student support."
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Rhys Williams
From a game-changing Whitbread operations manager to talent recruiter, Rhys has carved out a diverse career since completing his course.
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Raise a glass – UCB graduate wins GQ's Sommelier of the Year
Hospitality and Food Management graduate Sonal Clare has hit another milestone in an already glittering career in service after winning Sommelier of the Year at the GQ Food and Drink awards.
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UCB host 'Passion 4 Hospitality' forum
On Friday 17 March UCB hosted the Institute of Hospitality's 'Passion 4 Hospitality', a student careers forum for hospitality students.