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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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New courses for 2026
Alongside investments in our campuses and services, we are committed to providing courses that meet the needs of students and industry. As such, we plan to introduce a further range of new courses in 2026.
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Upskilling your workforce
With more qualified staff needed to support demand, your solution could be to upskill or retrain your current workforce and we can support you with courses needed to prepare your workforce to meet the changing needs of the industry.
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Marks and Certificates
Whether you're a former student who needs to replace vital documents, or a current student who wants to know what you will receive when you complete your studies, you will find all the relevant information here.
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Lecturer
Kabir Durowoju
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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.
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Support for staying in Higher Education
Any student with specific learning needs, a health condition or a disability can get extra support.
Other
Disability and neurodiversity support
We offer support to help you succeed in your studies, including transition support and assistance in class. All support is tailored to meet your individual needs.
Other
T-levels
Equivalent to three A-levels, T-levels are courses that follow GCSEs and are designed in direct collaboration with employers and businesses so the content meets the needs of industry head-on.
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Lecturer
Jigisha Dharman
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University disability and neurodiversity support
We arrange tailored support for our university students to enable you to achieve your full potential. Support is flexible, student-centred and personalised to meet preferences and needs.
Other
Senior Lecturer and Programme Lead
Shar Randall
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.
Other
For businesses | Work experience placements
We firmly believe work experience is the most effective way for you to embed your ‘world of work’ and occupational skills, as well as providing employers a fantastic opportunity to support the development of potential employees of the future.
Other
Accessibility Statement
The website will aim to achieve the recommended government standard for web accessibility.
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
Work for us
Are you looking for an exciting new challenge? University College Birmingham offers a wealth of career opportunities, spanning a diverse range of roles in both academia and professional services.
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
College courses
Our college courses provide a range of great study options for school-leavers as well as mature learners who are looking to change career or pick up new skills.
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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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
Alumni
Welcome to graduate life. After working hard to get to this point, you are now automatically a member of the University College Birmingham Alumni network.
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
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
Careers Fairs and Presentations
We offer subject presentations in schools and colleges. All of our presentation are adaptable and can be tailored to the specific needs of your students.
Other
Specialised accommodation
We offer support for anyone who requires an adapted room, with suitable accommodation available for those with mobility, hearing or visual needs.
Other
Lecturer
Supinder Singh Varaitch
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Early Childhood Studies Explorer Webinar
Discover the wide range of topics explored in our Early Childhood Studies university course and the array of rewarding career choices that the course can open doors to.
Other
Lecturer
Jennifer Beddow
Other
Academic Support Worker
Deborah Madden
Other
Associate professor and Deputy Dean
Sean Preston
Other
Equal Opportunities Policy
The aim of the Policy is to ensure that all students, employees, applicants and all those involved in its work, and other users of University College Birmingham facilities receive fair and equal treatment.
Other
Clean Energy Jobs Fair
Explore clean energy careers, meet employers and discover how your skills could open doors across this growing sector.
Other
Senior Lecturer
Fatima Rahim
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Lecturer
Hafiza Rasool
Other
Lecturer
Jo Lancaster
Other
Head of Department - Health, Social Care and Education
Debbie Hocknull
Other
Apprenticeships
Physiotherapy Degree Apprenticeship BSc (Hons)
Mode of study
Full-Time
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
New courses for 2026
Alongside investments in our campuses and services, we are committed to providing courses that meet the needs of students and industry. As such, we plan to introduce a further range of new courses in 2026.
Other
Upskilling your workforce
With more qualified staff needed to support demand, your solution could be to upskill or retrain your current workforce and we can support you with courses needed to prepare your workforce to meet the changing needs of the industry.
Other
Marks and Certificates
Whether you're a former student who needs to replace vital documents, or a current student who wants to know what you will receive when you complete your studies, you will find all the relevant information here.
Other
Lecturer
Kabir Durowoju
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
Support for staying in Higher Education
Any student with specific learning needs, a health condition or a disability can get extra support.
Other
Disability and neurodiversity support
We offer support to help you succeed in your studies, including transition support and assistance in class. All support is tailored to meet your individual needs.
Other
T-levels
Equivalent to three A-levels, T-levels are courses that follow GCSEs and are designed in direct collaboration with employers and businesses so the content meets the needs of industry head-on.
Other
Lecturer
Jigisha Dharman
Other
University disability and neurodiversity support
We arrange tailored support for our university students to enable you to achieve your full potential. Support is flexible, student-centred and personalised to meet preferences and needs.
Other
Senior Lecturer and Programme Lead
Shar Randall
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
For businesses | Work experience placements
We firmly believe work experience is the most effective way for you to embed your ‘world of work’ and occupational skills, as well as providing employers a fantastic opportunity to support the development of potential employees of the future.
Other
Accessibility Statement
The website will aim to achieve the recommended government standard for web accessibility.
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
Work for us
Are you looking for an exciting new challenge? University College Birmingham offers a wealth of career opportunities, spanning a diverse range of roles in both academia and professional services.
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
College courses
Our college courses provide a range of great study options for school-leavers as well as mature learners who are looking to change career or pick up new skills.
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
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
Alumni
Welcome to graduate life. After working hard to get to this point, you are now automatically a member of the University College Birmingham Alumni network.
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
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
Careers Fairs and Presentations
We offer subject presentations in schools and colleges. All of our presentation are adaptable and can be tailored to the specific needs of your students.
Other
Specialised accommodation
We offer support for anyone who requires an adapted room, with suitable accommodation available for those with mobility, hearing or visual needs.
Other
Lecturer
Supinder Singh Varaitch
Other
Early Childhood Studies Explorer Webinar
Discover the wide range of topics explored in our Early Childhood Studies university course and the array of rewarding career choices that the course can open doors to.
Other
Lecturer
Jennifer Beddow
Other
Academic Support Worker
Deborah Madden
Other
Associate professor and Deputy Dean
Sean Preston
Other
Equal Opportunities Policy
The aim of the Policy is to ensure that all students, employees, applicants and all those involved in its work, and other users of University College Birmingham facilities receive fair and equal treatment.
Other
Clean Energy Jobs Fair
Explore clean energy careers, meet employers and discover how your skills could open doors across this growing sector.
Other
Senior Lecturer
Fatima Rahim
Other
Lecturer
Hafiza Rasool
Other
Lecturer
Jo Lancaster
Other
Head of Department - Health, Social Care and Education
Debbie Hocknull
Other
Apprenticeships
Physiotherapy Degree Apprenticeship BSc (Hons)
Mode of study
Full-Time
News and insights
Human health needs every voice
Lecturer John Lubaale on why male role models matter in healthcare.
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The blogosphere needs you! UCB is recruiting for a top team of bloggers
The University is launching a search to find a team of enthusiastic bloggers to inspire potential students – and help them settle in once they have joined UCB.
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Zameena Khimji
The valuable experience Zameena gained during her gap year reinforced her desire to work with children with special needs.
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Zameena Khimji
The valuable experience Zameena gained during her gap year reinforced her desire to work with children with special needs.
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Chris Ludlow
Chris brings a wealth of leadership experience and in-depth knowledge of special educational needs issues to our Educational Leadership course.
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Reneta Wallen
Reneta used her college course as a springboard to a degree, and a career working in special educational needs.
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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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More young adults with SEN finding work with help from UCB
From retail to transportation, more young adults with special educational needs and learning disabilities are finding work thanks to a partnership between a Birmingham school and UCB.
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Teaching assistants celebrate after achieving Professional Development Diplomas
Teaching assistants have been awarded Diplomas in Professional Development (Special Educational Needs) by UCB in partnership with the Pupil Support Service of Birmingham.
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Workers boost their skills with Professional Development Diploma
UCB has been working in partnership with the Pupil Support Service of Birmingham Local Authority to provide a Diploma in Professional Development (Special Educational Needs) for people working in the child education sector.
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Susan Wins High Apprenticeship Award for Health Education England
Susan Bunyan, Senior Operations Manager for West Midlands Ambulance Service, won the Higher Apprenticeship Award for her commitment and dedication to her studies and her outstanding ability to lead her team whilst ensuring all patients' needs are met.
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UK Government announces plans for up to 10,000 new apprenticeship completions
University College Birmingham today enthusiastically welcomed the government’s announcement that it is expanding apprenticeship opportunities, which could mean as many as 10,000 more apprentices per year will be able to complete their apprenticeship.
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Aleena Habib
Since Aleena graduated from University College Birmingham, she has worked everywhere from a pupil referral unit to a secondary school helping students avoid a life of crime.
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University College Birmingham is now a registered apprenticeship training provider
The top quality vocational training and assessment offered by University College Birmingham has led to its successful inclusion on the Government's new Register of Apprenticeship Training Providers.
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Determined Sean returns to old school to inspire them
A determined UCB student with a debilitating condition that can slow learning has come full circle after securing a dream work placement with his old school.
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PGCE students get cooking!
On Friday 24th November, a group of UCB's postgraduate teacher training students spent the day in the university's professional kitchen.
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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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Gareth prepares Scotland's elite stars for rugby clash in Paris
Sports therapy lecturer Gareth Bate is flying out to Paris to give Scotland a helping hand in their weekend clash against France in the Six Nations rugby tournament.
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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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Turning 'wonky veg' into delicious dishes for Waste Free Day
Young chefs from University College Birmingham helped turn wonky-looking vegetables into a delicious free lunch for the people of Birmingham as part of a week-long sustainability campaign.
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UCB raise money for Acorns Children's Hospice
UCB raised over £674 over the Christmas period, which was donated to Acorns Children's Hospice.
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Alecia is on-track for success in the nursery industry
Third year BA Childhood Studies student Alecia Parry is balancing a career in a nursery alongside full-time study.
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Travel & Tourism Students Attend Norwegian Cruise Lines Event
BTEC Level 3 Travel & Tourism students were invited to attend a Cruise Event hosted by Norwegian Cruise Lines (NCL), where they were tested on their knowledge of NCL as a company as well as cruise destinations and their marketing…
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Jayne Hackett
Jayne currently teaches on a range of full-time and online programmes within the field of childhood and education.
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Alison Williams
As a Senior Lecturer and programme lead for the BA (Hons) Primary Education Studies accelerated programme, alison has worked for over a decade in primary school settings supporting the learning and teaching of children across the 3-11 age phase.
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Gang crime expert Craig Pinkney to deliver keynote speech for Chambers of Commerce event at UCB
One of University College Birmingham's lecturers will be giving a keynote speech at a campaign event for Greater Birmingham Chambers of Commerce (GBCC) this week.
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Vending machine challenge brings new ideas to the table
Researching, developing and launching a brand new product for the vending industry was all in a day's work for UCB students when they went head-to-head in an annual competition.
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Schools "failing bereaved pupils," says study by UCB graduate
Grieving children are being failed by schools because teachers are not trained to deal with bereavement, according to research by a UCB graduate.
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Transition Day helps students moving into next stage of education
University College Birmingham has held its first Transition Day for new further and higher education students with neurodiversity or disability.
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Blog | Unlocking apprenticeship success with employers
National Apprenticeship Week celebrates the achievements of apprentices around the UK. Our Interim Director of Apprenticeships, Samantha King, has written here about how employers can maximise their success from apprenticeships by working with training providers such as University College Birmingham.…
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UCB students take part in AVA's 2014 'Culinary Product Development Challenge'
Final-year Culinary Arts Management students provided an insight into the future of vending machine food for a panel of industry experts.
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Andrew crowned the nation's best restaurant service lecturer
UCB front of house maestro Andrew Bisconti has been named the nation’s top restaurant service lecturer.
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100% pass has students cheering
Level 3 Diploma in Child Care and Education students are celebrating because they have all passed their research task.
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Health, Social Care and Childcare progression event a resounding success
A recruitment event was held in the hired@UCB suite to show students on UCB’s Health and Social Care and Childcare courses what opportunities await them after graduation.
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Sweet success for UCB's bakery department
University College Birmingham has been given a grant of £2,000 by the British Society of Baking.
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'Technical' qualification in education and childcare to launch at University College Birmingham
University College Birmingham is all set to launch its exciting, new T-level in Education and Childcare from September – making it one of the first UK colleges to offer one of the new two-year courses.
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University College Birmingham commits to vital health careers
The University has further solidified its commitment to a careers-focussed education with the unveiling of a new Health and Care Professions Council validated MSc Dietetics programme and a recently validated and approved MSc Public Health programme.
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Jaye Dean
After college, Jaye went on to study for a degree, and get closer to her goal of teaching young children.
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Daniel Fenwick
Daniel chose UCB because of its strong engineering reputation and commitment to practical learning.
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Joseph Bennett
The brand-new facilities and highly-qualified staff at UCB were enough to convince future public servant Joseph to switch schools for A-Levels.
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Malaika Eparh
Malaika Eparh is a seasoned Specialist Community Public Health Nurse and Independent Prescriber, who now serves as a Senior Lecturer and Community Specialist Practice Programme Lead at University College Birmingham.
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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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Amadeus head chef gets spicy at UCB for National Apprenticeship Week
The head chef of the NEC Group’s award-winning catering business Amadeus fired over to UCB to give apprentices a masterclass in Asian spices to celebrate National Apprenticeship Week.
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No place like home – universities join forces to open up local career opportunities
University College Birmingham’s hired@UCB team has joined forces with careers services from University of Birmingham and Newman University to improve higher level employment opportunities across the region and support West Midlands graduates into employment locally.
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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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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.
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Michael Blackham
Spurred on by the pandemic, skincare specialist Michael enrolled on our nursing degree, undertaking an “exhilarating” placement.
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Phil Thebridge
Phil embarked on a master’s degree to expand on the knowledge he gained while studying tourism.
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Eleanor Broome
From a young age Eleanor had a passion for bakery, but also suffered from anxiety worsened by the prospect of university.
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Krishan Patel
Driven by a passion developed at A-level, Krishan decided UCB was the place to begin pursuing art as a career.
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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.
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University backs council civic project to help city bounce back from Covid pandemic
University College Birmingham has teamed up with Birmingham City Council as part of a project to support local communities as the region recovers from the coronavirus pandemic.
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University College Birmingham reshaping employer engagement for the region’s future
The new Business and Employer Engagement Team, designed to work for employers and students alike.
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University spearheads new hospitality taskforce backed by top city chefs
Around 100 guests including hospitality industry leaders and top Birmingham chefs are set to take part in an open forum to launch a newly-created taskforce to encourage people of all ages into a career in hospitality and support employers.
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Blog | Bridging the gap: a new approach to nursing apprentices
Learn how University College Birmingham’s blended nursing apprenticeship model supports national provision - offering remote university learning, strategic employer partnerships, diverse placement opportunities and a healthcare workforce-development approach designed to address post‑pandemic nurse shortages.
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Graduate and entrepreneur hosts Building a Brighter Future event
A University College Birmingham graduate brought together a host of strategic partners for a conference promoting sustainable business growth, social responsibility, and social impact practices in the construction industry.
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Birmingham City FC partnership gives school leavers new pathway into sports career
An exciting new pathway to help school leavers land their dream career in sport is on its way thanks to a first-of-its-kind partnership between University College Birmingham and Birmingham City Football Club.
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Health and Social Care undergraduates gain real experience mentoring college students
Students on University College Birmingham’s health and social care degree are getting vital real-life experience by mentoring those studying the subject at college level.
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Innovate UK awards £1.2m to University-led partnership to grow battery manufacturing
University College Birmingham will lead a regional partnership delivering a new project growing new skills in battery manufacturing and innovation. The University, WMG at the University of Warwick, Cranfield University and RAVMAC LTD will jointly deliver the project and the…
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UCB's new autism society
A UCB student is planning to launch a new society to help bring together other students on the autism spectrum. It is a proposed society for students with autism looking to get to know others in the University.
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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.