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Work Placements

Placements are administered by a team of Employability Tutors based within our HIRED careers and employability department.

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Work placements (FE)

University College Birmingham is one of the largest providers of placements in the UK.

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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.

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Interim FE Placements Manager

Neil Cunningham

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Higher Education Placements Manager

Stephanie Jones

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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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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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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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Employability and careers

HIRED is our dedicated careers, employability and placements service for students and alumni at University College Birmingham.

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Meet the HIRED team

Helping you get hired – meet the staff from our dedicated HIRED careers, employability and placements team.

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Baskerville House

Grade II listed Baskerville House, next to the Library of Birmingham, is home to the university’s own library, student support services including the Academic Skills Centre and Hired, the careers, employability and placements service.

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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.

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Employability Tutor

Michelle Alwright

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Placement opportunities

Employers are seeking out graduates with industry experience. Our HIRED team will help you find placements to give you the employment edge after your studies.

Other

Department of Social Work

Our Department of Social Work will support you to become a knowledgable professional with the skills you need in the sector, with invaluable industry placements built into the curriculum.

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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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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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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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World

Whether you want to work in hotels, hospitality and events or explore the world of aviation, tourism and travel, our Department of Hospitality and Tourism runs a range of courses to help you pursue your ideal career.

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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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Apprenticeships for students

Run with valued industry partners, our diverse apprenticeships offer superb opportunities for young people aged 16 and over to learn skills for life while getting paid.

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College and sixth form tour

Can't make it to our open day? Join us for a tour of our college and sixth form. There’s no better way to find out what it's like studying with us than to come and see for yourself!

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University campus tours

Can't make it to our open day? Join us for a tour of our campus. There’s no better way to find out what it's like studying with us than to come and see for yourself!

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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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Our economic impact

At University College Birmingham, we are supporting our region to grow and develop to ensure it meets its skills priorities. Independent analysis has identified that we have a total economic impact of £358 million across the UK.

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How to find us

Details on where we are, directions to the University and transport options available.

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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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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

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

Placement opportunities for college students

Employers are seeking people who already have experience working in industry before leaving education. Our HIRED team will help you secure placements that will give you the edge.

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

Campuses

Each of our campus buildings in Birmingham city centre has its own distinct character, student services and specialist teaching facilities.

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Information for parents (college and sixth form students)

From the moment your son or daughter arrives, they will receive outstanding support from teachers, careers advisers and our student services team.

Other

Student support

Whether you need support with your learning, finances, health and wellbeing or other areas, our range of dedicated support services are here for you.

Other

Welcome information for new and returning students

Welcome, induction and enrolment information for new and returning students at University College Birmingham.

Other

Undergraduate study

Our extensive range of specialist BA, BSc and foundation degree courses are highly valued by industry.

Other

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

2 Day Degree

The UCB 2 Day Degree is a complete degree, the same qualification, the same quality, delivered in a way that makes it genuinely possible for more people to go into higher education.

Other

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

International tuition fees

Find out more information about tuition fees, payment procedures and scholarships for international students at University College Birmingham.

Other

A career in business

Explore Business Management and Business Enterprise degrees at University College Birmingham. Develop practical business skills through employer projects, placements, industry connections and enterprise opportunities, with up to £6,000 financial support available for eligible students.

Other

Award-winning nursing degrees

Explore award-winning Nursing degrees at University College Birmingham. Discover Adult Nursing, Mental Health Nursing and Nursing Associate courses, practical placements, specialist facilities and financial support available for September 2026 entry.

Other

Hospitality and tourism at University College Birmingham

Discover hospitality and tourism degrees at University College Birmingham. Explore Hospitality, Tourism, Aviation and Events courses with placements, industry connections, global opportunities and up to £6,000 financial support.

Other

Work Placements

Placements are administered by a team of Employability Tutors based within our HIRED careers and employability department.

Other

Work placements (FE)

University College Birmingham is one of the largest providers of placements in the UK.

Other

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

Interim FE Placements Manager

Neil Cunningham

Other

Higher Education Placements Manager

Stephanie Jones

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

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

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

Employability and careers

HIRED is our dedicated careers, employability and placements service for students and alumni at University College Birmingham.

Other

Meet the HIRED team

Helping you get hired – meet the staff from our dedicated HIRED careers, employability and placements team.

Other

Baskerville House

Grade II listed Baskerville House, next to the Library of Birmingham, is home to the university’s own library, student support services including the Academic Skills Centre and Hired, the careers, employability and placements service.

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

Employability Tutor

Michelle Alwright

Other

Placement opportunities

Employers are seeking out graduates with industry experience. Our HIRED team will help you find placements to give you the employment edge after your studies.

Other

Department of Social Work

Our Department of Social Work will support you to become a knowledgable professional with the skills you need in the sector, with invaluable industry placements built into the curriculum.

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

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

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

World

Whether you want to work in hotels, hospitality and events or explore the world of aviation, tourism and travel, our Department of Hospitality and Tourism runs a range of courses to help you pursue your ideal career.

Other

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

Apprenticeships for students

Run with valued industry partners, our diverse apprenticeships offer superb opportunities for young people aged 16 and over to learn skills for life while getting paid.

Other

College and sixth form tour

Can't make it to our open day? Join us for a tour of our college and sixth form. There’s no better way to find out what it's like studying with us than to come and see for yourself!

Other

University campus tours

Can't make it to our open day? Join us for a tour of our campus. There’s no better way to find out what it's like studying with us than to come and see for yourself!

Other

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

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

How to find us

Details on where we are, directions to the University and transport options available.

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

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

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

Placement opportunities for college students

Employers are seeking people who already have experience working in industry before leaving education. Our HIRED team will help you secure placements that will give you the edge.

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

Campuses

Each of our campus buildings in Birmingham city centre has its own distinct character, student services and specialist teaching facilities.

Other

Information for parents (college and sixth form students)

From the moment your son or daughter arrives, they will receive outstanding support from teachers, careers advisers and our student services team.

Other

Student support

Whether you need support with your learning, finances, health and wellbeing or other areas, our range of dedicated support services are here for you.

Other

Welcome information for new and returning students

Welcome, induction and enrolment information for new and returning students at University College Birmingham.

Other

Undergraduate study

Our extensive range of specialist BA, BSc and foundation degree courses are highly valued by industry.

Other

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

2 Day Degree

The UCB 2 Day Degree is a complete degree, the same qualification, the same quality, delivered in a way that makes it genuinely possible for more people to go into higher education.

Other

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

International tuition fees

Find out more information about tuition fees, payment procedures and scholarships for international students at University College Birmingham.

Other

A career in business

Explore Business Management and Business Enterprise degrees at University College Birmingham. Develop practical business skills through employer projects, placements, industry connections and enterprise opportunities, with up to £6,000 financial support available for eligible students.

Other

Award-winning nursing degrees

Explore award-winning Nursing degrees at University College Birmingham. Discover Adult Nursing, Mental Health Nursing and Nursing Associate courses, practical placements, specialist facilities and financial support available for September 2026 entry.

Other

Hospitality and tourism at University College Birmingham

Discover hospitality and tourism degrees at University College Birmingham. Explore Hospitality, Tourism, Aviation and Events courses with placements, industry connections, global opportunities and up to £6,000 financial support.

News and insights

Graduate jobs and placements are go at virtual careers fairs

University College Birmingham and employers have worked closely together to bring students a series of virtual careers fairs and give them a whole host of opportunities to get them on the ladder to success.

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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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Graduates praise value of industry experience at hired@UCB placement fair

Graduates from University College Birmingham were back on campus seeking the next generation of students to take on valuable industry placements.

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Blog | Career and placement opportunities with University College Birmingham

With many businesses citing a lack of real-world experience as one of their biggest challenges when trying to recruit, work placements offer students a powerful opportunity to get ahead.

News and insights

Mickey Mouse to moon-based cuisine: Bumper placement roundup 2026

Placements are at the heart of what we do here at UCB, and plenty of our students experience a valuable year in industry.

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Antoine Sitz at the Ritz for dream degree work placement

A French hospitality undergraduate at UCB has completed a dream work placement at one of the world’s most renowned hotels in his home country.

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Placement life's a peach for students Emma and Hannah

Culinary Arts Management students Emma Davies and Hannah Smith chose an unconventional route when it came to their placement year, opting away from the traditional restaurant scene in favour of respected gastropub company Peach Pubs.

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Made-up! Kris clinches third work placement.

Kris Delaney, BA (Hons) Specialist Hair and Media Make-up student, is absolutely made up after clinching her third work placement with an industry professional since starting at UCB.

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Working on Chitty Chitty Bang Bang - placement power at UCB

A flying car, a child catcher and a character called Truly Scrumptious – all in a day’s placement for our Specialist Hair and Media Make-up degree students.

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hired@UCB helps cricket-mad student secure dream placement with Warwickshire

A sports student at University College Birmingham has praised staff for helping him to secure his dream placement at one of the country's elite cricket clubs.

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Tourism college student Caitlin lifts lid on past at placement at Coffin Works

A college student has lifted the lid on times gone by during a placement at The Coffin Works in Birmingham.

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New placement opportunities for marketing students as agency boss delivers guest talk

University College Birmingham students have had the chance to gain expert insight on marketing from the head of a city agency offering a range of placement opportunities.

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"Authentic" hospital placement wins at Student Nursing Times Awards

An "authentic" hospital placement opportunity available to University College Birmingham nursing and physiotherapy students – designed and implemented as part of a wider collaboration – has won at the national Student Nursing Times Awards.

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Digital T-level placement students support racial empowerment

Digital T-level students at University College Birmingham have been supporting racial empowerment through a placement with city-based Girl Grind UK.

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Culinary arts student serves top sport and TV stars on placement at Celtic Manor Resort

A culinary arts student from University College Birmingham has revealed how she had the chance to serve a string of famous stars while on placement at a prestigious UK resort – with more students now being encouraged to follow in…

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Bethanie secures "dream placement" to support LGBTQ+ community

A student who struggled to find support with her gender identity is closer to setting up her own organisation after clinching a “dream placement” with a Birmingham charity.

News and insights

Carmen Brooks

Carmen's nursing degree has allowed her to experience placements across a range of specialities.

News and insights

New paramedic science course students embark on first front-line placement

Students from the new Paramedic Science BSc course ventured out on placement for the first time this week.

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Students get a taste of working life at top European destinations

Ambitious FE students are being urged to apply for coveted free work placements at top European destinations.

News and insights

Javier Fernandez

During his master's degree, Javier took on placements at football clubs and the FA's national centre at St George's Park.

News and insights

Jasmine Ghulam

Jasmine may have to juggle study, home life and placements, but with support from her lecturers, she wouldn't change a thing.

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Javier Fernandez

During his master's degree, Javier took on placements at football clubs and the FA's national centre at St George's Park.

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Ainhoa scoops dream media agency role in Belgian city she fell for on placement

A Spanish postgraduate has scooped a dream job working for a non-profit media agency in the Belgian city she fell in love with during her degree placement – a journey that started with support from the University’s employability team.

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Amazing Canadian placement took Naomi out of her comfort zone

Naomi Morris always wanted to go to Canada but feared the costs, visa difficulties and her limited kitchen skills would hamper a “long-haul” student hospitality placement.

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UCB lands placement deal with major gym chain

Students on sports courses at UCB stand to benefit from a formal partnership the University has just confirmed with easyGym, the multi-million pound health and fitness chain.

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Student Sophie Ecclestone wins another coveted food product development placement at Marks & Spencer

Sophie Ecclestone, a second-year undergraduate studying Food Development and Innovation, is one of just two successful candidates to gain a position on Marks & Spencer's highly sought after year-long Food Product Development Business placement scheme.

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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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Marion makes backstage theatre crew thanks to hired@UCB

A former specialist hair and media make-up student has been invited to join the backstage crew at two theatres following successful placements set up by UCB's employability service.

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Caviar and Chips encourages investment in students to mark World Youth Skills Day

An award-winning bespoke wedding catering company has called on businesses to invest in the next generation after a series of successful work placements with students from University College Birmingham.

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hired@UCB manager "floored" to win national work experience award

A UCB manager who sets undergraduates up with work placements has won a national award for creating a first-of-its-kind degree module to give students who may “lack in academic confidence” a real edge on their CVs.

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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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hired@UCB recruitment fair a resounding success

hired@UCB held its annual recruitment fair in McIntyre House so students could talk to a range of employers about their future careers, part-time work opportunities, placements and internships.

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University launches vital careers support for local community affected by Covid-19

The University College Birmingham team that supports students with work placements and opportunities to gain real-life experience is extending its support to those in the local community who have lost their jobs through Covid-19.

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Charlene Bennett

During her studies, Charlene took on a range of placements that gave her a real-world taste of life as a Registered Nurse.

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New apprenticeship to help close glaring gap in patient services provision

An innovative new foundation degree apprenticeship built around a diverse “circuit” of placements in everything from mental health support for adolescents to working with prisoners has been given the green light to help close the gap in the region's patient…

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Jacob Smith

Completing his diploma with a placement, Jacob was snapped up as a trainee negotiator with a national estate agency.

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Proud Harriet wears UCB uniform while on placement in Texas

Customers at a Texan bakery got to experience the best UCB has to offer when a trainee spent two weeks cooking up a storm.

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UCB teams up with ICC on new work placement scheme

Students at University College Birmingham are gaining a unique insight into the planning and management of major events at the International Convention Centre (ICC) Birmingham.

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Students bag volunteer placement at All England Open Badminton Championships

A group of University College Birmingham students have had the chance to work at a prestigious international badminton competition as part of an exciting new collaboration between UCB and the sporting industry.

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Student Blog | Opportunities to make the most of

Many courses at University College Birmingham include a work placement – from a day to a year – and it is integral to the learning process and preparing for the world of work.

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AASE Boxers take Tenerife

Eleven lucky members of UCB's Advanced Apprenticeship in Sporting Excellence (AASE) Boxing Academy have just returned from a two week coaching placement in sunny Tenerife.

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Branimir Spicar

Branimir works as a performance analyst in the rail industry, in a role he gained experience of through his placement.

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Andrea Kaderavkova

Andrea is making her mark and is now a senior supervisor with the leading hotel chain she did her course placement with.

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Ellouise Badger

Ellouise, plans to support in schools or become a teacher, and found the placement element of her course a huge draw.

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Andrea Kaderavkova

Andrea is making her mark and is now a senior supervisor with the leading hotel chain she did her course placement with.

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University beauty therapy trio star at top spa

Three talented beauty therapist students were invited on a week’s placement at a luxury spa after impressing bosses with their industry skills.

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Abraham Hansen

Studying at University College Birmingham and working on placement in the USA has served as an "eye opener" for aspiring restaurateur Abraham.

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