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University training restaurant retains AA Highly Commended College Rosette

University College Birmingham's acclaimed training restaurant has once again been awarded the top prize from The AA College Rosette Scheme.

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College of Food and The Atrium receive highest praise to retain gold accreditations

One of the UK’s top quality assurance organisations has described University College Birmingham as “one of the best, if not the best, catering colleges in the UK” in its assessment for two of the highest awards for colleges.

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Blog | Can I go through Clearing if I change my mind on my course?

There are many good reasons you might choose to access a course through the Clearing system, so don’t think of it as second best or a last resort; think of it more as a reset button when circumstances change.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Speakers inspire students to earn a crust in bakery industry

Industry leaders from the likes of Callebaut Chocolate, Dupont Danisco and Lesaffre are set to visit University College Birmingham in a programme of unmissable masterclasses to inspire final-year Bakery and Patisserie technology students to think about future careers in the…

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Academic staff join the Centre for the New Midlands leadership board

Lewis Walker, Deputy Head of the Birmingham College of Food, and Deborah Bunce, Head of Sustainable Construction, will share their professional insights to help shape the work of a local think tank, the Centre for the New Midlands (CNM), leading…

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Basking in another record year of culinary trophies and medals!

Chef lecturer Mathew Shropshall didn't think things could get much better than last year, when UCB's student bakers, cooks and front-of-house protégés proudly took home a record number of awards from some of the biggest competitions in the UK and…

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Student Blog | Applicant Days v Open Days – what’s the difference?

Some students think that because they have been to an open day, they won’t bother going to an applicant day. Find out why you should.

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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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How we're leading the way in rethinking support and experience

Pro Vice-Chancellor, Helen Poole, explores what students need now.

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Officially an Institute of Sustainability and Environmental Professionals training centre

We have achieved accreditation as an Institute of Sustainability and Environmental Professionals (ISEP) training centre, joining a diverse range of other business, government and academic institutions.

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Imogen, 18, takes on London Marathon to raise cash for eye research

Determined student Imogen Rowe, who doctors said might never walk, is in training for the race of her life – competing in the London Marathon.

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

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

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From Star Wars to staff awards: the Learning and Teaching Conference

Personalisation in Higher Education takes centre stage.

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UCB praised for fantastic result by Institute of Hospitality

University College Birmingham has received another ringing endorsement from the Institute of Hospitality. The university has recorded its highest ever score as part of the Hospitality Assured assessment, which was conducted earlier this month.

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Colleagues rally round to run for Lilly

A team of runners from UCB is on target to raise hundreds of pounds for Birmingham Children's Hospital in support of a colleague whose young daughter has cancer.

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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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QHotels staff on track with management training at UCB

Eight staff members from QHotels are on their way to completing UCB foundation degrees as part of the hotel group's Management Trainee Programme.

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The Countess of Wessex officially opens McIntyre House at University College Birmingham

Her Royal Highness the Countess of Wessex today officially opened McIntyre House, a spectacular new centre for higher education and postgraduate study at University College Birmingham.

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Ed Bird

When it comes to studying marketing, Ed’s own experience in management and business shows the benefits this knowledge can bring for your future career.

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RACA apprentice scores job at three Michelin-star restaurant

Drew Morris, a Royal Academy of Culinary Arts (RACA) apprentice nearing the end of his time with UCB, has just landed a job at iconic three Michelin-star restaurant The Waterside Inn in Bray, Berkshire.

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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.

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UCB launches new foundation degree to boost managers' performance

Retail managers at Mitchells & Butlers are boosting their operational skills and career prospects with an online degree run by University College Birmingham.

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UCB Hospitality Higher Apprentice first in the country

UCB has signed up a Bromsgrove school chef to be the first Higher Level Apprentice in Hospitality Management in the country.

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Aviation students land new facilities as UCB flies high as Centre of Excellence

Aviation students across degree and college courses at UCB are set to benefit from exciting new simulation facilities, including a state-of-the-art, mock plane cabin.

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Blog | Our 7 top tips for exam preparation

Exams just around the corner? Feeling anxious, or like you’re not sure how to prepare? Don’t worry! Our top tips will help you navigate this stressful time and pass with flying colours.

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Six Nations to London Marathon: UCB students making mark on sports industry in 2019

Studying at University College Birmingham is all about putting theory into practice – and that's exactly what our sports students have been doing this year.

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The search is on for the UK's hottest talent

Have you got a brilliant idea for a food product or a catering business?

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Harveer tastes sweet success for digital retelling of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

A postgraduate trainee teacher captured the imagination of her young pupils – and picked up an award for digital innovation – with a fun retelling of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.

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Student Blog | Three years done

Writing this blog, I can now say I am officially finished! Three years of university have been and gone, just like that.

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Students give first-aid challenge a realistic edge

Specialist Hair and Media Make-up students gave a splash of grisly reality to an exercise in delivering emergency first-aid.

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New multi-million-pound sixth form centre to support launch of A-level courses

University College Birmingham is to begin offering a range of A-level courses as part of a major multi-million-pound investment in a brand new sixth form centre.

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Celebrating International Women’s Day at the University

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

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UCB wins record number of gold medals at national bakery competition

UCB is officially a force to be reckoned with after bringing home a record 29 medals – including 12 golds - from one of the industry's biggest bakery competitions.

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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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SORTED Food featured in '30 under 30'

SORTED Food has been ranked 4th in The Guardian's video '30 under 30: The top young people in digital media'.

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Craig makes an impact at Perry Beeches II school

Lecturer Craig Pinkney held a workshop at Perry Beeches II school as part of Black History Month.  Craig spoke to year 8 and 9 students on their selected theme for this year, which was all about celebrating the past, promoting…

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'Minimising Food Wastage' UCB student competition 2015

UCB is calling for students across the university to showcase their culinary creativity by utilising stale or leftover bread in delicious dishes – therefore minimising food wastage by participating in this this new cookery competition.

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Students hold Enterprise and Innovation Showcase

Students from the School of Hospitality, Tourism and Events hosted an Enterprise and Innovation Showcase as part of their final year Research Project.

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Business students prepare to rock Ricoh Arena

UCB business students are getting hands-on experience helping to promote an MTV music festival at the Ricoh Arena.

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Media Make-up students are "In a World of Our Own"

Specialist Hair and Media Make-up students held a creative showcase at The Crescent Theatre, Birmingham, to demonstrate their skills to a live audience.

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'Love Food, Hate Waste' UCB student challenge 2015

UCB is calling for students across the university to showcase their culinary creativity when working with leftover food and minimising wastage by participating in the ‘Love Food, Hate Waste’ challenge.

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High Flyer Lin is appointed Assistant Manager

Motivated former UCB student Lin Wu has her sights set high after being appointed Assistant Manager of a luxury hotel group.

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Mark Ewins

Having worked in technical and development managerial roles for top firms like Cadbury and Unilever, lecturer Mark reveals how this degree will open many industry doors for students.

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Three job offers in one day for UCB's Evie

Getting one job can be tough enough, so UCB student Evie Woodfield was overwhelmed to be offered three on the same day.

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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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Meet the new Guild of Students executive team

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

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Students consult top rugby team on marketing strategy

A group of MSc Enterprise Management students has conducted an end-of-year project with a twist – helping to promote Coventry’s rugby team, the Coventry Bears, to the rest of the West Midlands.

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UCB's Young Researchers Conference bigger and better than ever

Sixteen primary and secondary school students from across Birmingham were visiting fellows to UCB this week, presenting precocious university projects to lecturers, teachers and academics.

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Starting them young – PGCE students learn to teach cookery

A group of School Direct teaching students has been shown how to teach young children to cook – and why it’s so important to do so.

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Michel Roux Jr joins top chefs to judge culinary competition at UCB

Leading chefs including Michel Roux Jr gathered at University College Birmingham to judge the regional final of one of the country's most prestigious culinary competitions.

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Double take! Make-up student turns sister into their grandma

Alveena Ghafar's family had to do a double take after the UCB Specialist Hair and Media Make-up student turned her 21-year-old sister into their grandma.

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From Field to Fork – UCB's Visit to Daylesford Organic Farm

On Wednesday 5 May Students from a Level 5 Gastronomy option group, including those from Culinary Arts Management and Tourism Management courses, attended a Market Garden Tour at Daylesford Organic Farm near Evesham.

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Building bridges to a successful career in aviation

It may not seem like the most obvious way of appraising character but it’s amazing what you can discover with spaghetti and marshmallows.

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Young boxers set their sights on 2020 Olympics

The first students to enrol with the UCB Boxing Academy have declared themselves fighting fit – and dreaming of Olympic glory.

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Katie's e-book challenge

First year BA Event Management student Katie Goyen has had her work published in an e-book by PR students.

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Budding pro golfer Tony pays special tribute to UCB

A sports student has paid tribute to University College Birmingham as he embarks upon his dream career as a professional golfer.

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Ofsted praises ‘outstanding’ behaviour of University College Birmingham students

Ofsted has rated the behaviours and attitudes of students at University College Birmingham as Outstanding, the top grade available.

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University launches UK's first accredited battery skills programme

In the face of Net Zero aims and the increasing demand for renewable energy, University College Birmingham has launched the Battery Manufacturing Skills Pathway (B-MSP), the first fully accredited programme in the UK.

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CAM students take to the streets with high-profile book launch

A group of Culinary Arts Management students have wowed scores of glamorous guests with their launch of Trusted, a book on business and image by enterprise consultants Lyn Bromley and Donna Whitbrook.

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Freshers students have a ball at Great Guild Photo Hunt

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

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

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

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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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Lord Sherbet hunts for the UCB Apprentice

BA Business Enterprise and Digital Marketing students have been listening for the magic words “You’re hired!” from the mouth of billionaire business tycoon Sir Alan Sherbet.

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Supercook Sanjeev Kapoor praises UCB chef training

Indian supercook Sanjeev Kapoor made a special visit to University College Birmingham – and hailed it a place where culinary dreams come true.

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Beauty vlogger Adriana tipped for YouTube stardom

Just four years ago, Adriana Braje was posting videos of her beauty tips to a handful of online subscribers – all filmed from her home in Croatia.

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Tom makes assistant manager – aged just 20

A popular restaurant chain, which is opening a brand new venue in Staffordshire, has appointed a former UCB student as its assistant manager.

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Beijing is a Blessing for globe-trotting student

Blessing Mutamba never thought she would end up in Beijing, learning Mandarin and walking the Great Wall of China, when she signed up for an Events Management degree.

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The search for the UCB Apprentice

BA Business Enterprise students were hoping to hear the magic words "You're hired!" from billionaire business tycoon Sir Terence Trumpalot.

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Alumni return to Summer Row after 40 years

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

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Thumbs up for practical qualifications

UCB participated in this year's The Skills Show, which pulled in the largest crowds ever to the dedicated Further Education area at the NEC in Birmingham.

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Garima Poddar

A celebrity in India, Garima wanted to study for her master’s at a university with “the best culinary courses in the world”.

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Manavi Tribhuvan

Manavi describes herself as “a people person,” so she had few doubts that her future career would lie in hospitality.

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Ed's memory lives on in logo for new 'elite boxer' course

The memory of a former UCB student who died doing the sport he loved will live on after his image was chosen to help promote a new boxing course.

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London trip opens students' eyes to world of opportunities in hospitality

From a tour of Amazon’s catering facilities to a visit to one of the world’s most iconic hotels, Hospitality Business Management students had their eyes opened to the sheer breadth of careers their degree could lead to during a “phenomenal”…