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Financial support

To ensure everyone has every opportunity to succeed in their education, we provide a whole range of financial support for our college and sixth form students, from bursaries to travel passes and help with uniform costs.

Other

Information for parents and carers (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

Bluebell Wood

Bluebell Wood is an informal, affordable eatery based in the heart of the community at Chelmsley Wood Shopping Centre, next door to Chelmsley Starters, our this purpose-built culinary school.

Other

Our sustainability

We take sustainability very seriously and will use our position to embed sustainability across our operations and our place in the community and society at large.

Other

Education Agents and the Agent Quality Framework

Education Agents and the Agent Quality Framework (AQF)

Other

Lecturer

Zahira Mohammed

Other

Lecturer

Dr Jane Bradford

Other

Meet the apprenticeship team

Meet our dedicated apprenticeship team, working with employers and students to help you learn on the job.

Other

Health and Safety Regulations

Our policy is to take all reasonable and practicable steps to provide and maintain safe and healthy working conditions.

Other

Other important information

Throughout your studies here, we will issue you with questionnaires to help us monitor your level of satisfaction with the course and University College Birmingham.

Other

Health, Safety and Welfare Policies

It is the responsibility of each and every employee to work in a safe way and such that he/she does not cause risk to him/herself or other employees or third parties.

Other

Returning college students

Welcome information for returning college students

Other

New college students

Welcome information for new college students starting their courses in September 2026

Other

Saturday Academies

Our Saturday Academies allow you to experience what it’s like studying bakery, chef or hospitality courses at University College Birmingham.

Other

Short courses, College

Introduction to the Hospitality Industry (Award)

Entry

April, June and September 2026

Mode of study

Full-Time

Other

Apprenticeships

Chef de Partie Apprenticeship Level 3

Entry

September, January, April

Mode of study

Part-Time

Other

Apprenticeships

Coaching Professional Apprenticeship Level 5

Entry

October, January (flexible)

Mode of study

Part-Time

Other

Apprenticeships

Operations Manager Apprenticeship Level 5

Entry

October, January (flexible)

Mode of study

Part-Time

Other

Apprenticeships

Team Leader Apprenticeship

Entry

Flexible

Mode of study

Part-Time

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

Care leavers and care experienced further education students

University College Birmingham is dedicated to providing support for our college students who are Care Experienced or Care Leavers.

Other

Returning undergraduate students

Welcome information for returning home and international undergraduate students

Other

Apprenticeships

Commis Chef Apprenticeship Level 2

Entry

September, January, April

Mode of study

Part-Time

Other

Apprenticeships

Royal Academy of Culinary Arts Apprenticeship (RACA) Level 3

Mode of study

Part-Time

Other

Apprenticeships

Social Worker Degree Apprenticeship BA (Hons)

Entry

September

Other

College and Sixth Form Transition Event

Prepare for starting college or sixth form at our Transition Event. Meet support teams, explore campus and discover support available before September.

Other

University Transition Event

Prepare for starting university at our Transition Event. Meet support teams, explore campus and discover the services available before September.

Other

Lecturer

Noel Muzondo

Other

Senior Lecturer and Programme Lead

Gareth Bate

Other

Head of Department - Digital

Kanwal Rauf

Other

Senior Lecturer

Emma Davis

Other

Lecturer

Kumar Jayantilal

Other

Apprenticeships

Social Worker Apprenticeship PGDip

Entry

September 2026

Other

Lecturer

Arwen Zheng

Other

Apprenticeships

Physiotherapy Degree Apprenticeship BSc (Hons)

Mode of study

Full-Time

Other

New international students

Welcome information for new international students starting their courses in September 2026

Other

Changing your course

Every year, some students decide that they wish to change their programme of study, and move either to another programme within University College Birmingham or elsewhere.

Other

Transferring out of University College Birmingham

Guidance on how to transfer from University College Birmingham to another university or college.

Other

Job application process

Throughout the job application process, we are committed to ensuring our processes are fair and inclusive. Our goal is to ensure the selection of the most qualified candidates who align with our values and contribute to the dynamic environment at…

News and insights

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.

News and insights

Guild Officer invited to Westminster to discuss national student housing crisis

Natasha Fernandes, University College Birmingham’s Guild’s Equalities Officer, was recently featured in the government’s All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) for students on the national student housing crisis. The APPG provided parliamentarians with the knowledge to inform policies on student housing.

News and insights

Jessica and Hannah celebrate 60 years of the British Society of Bakers

UCB Bakery apprentices Jessica Dalton and Hannah Bradbury produced a delicious cake to mark the British Society of Baking’s diamond jubilee.

News and insights

New free app to guide young people through UCB courses and careers

Teenagers can get a taste of further education at UCB without leaving home, thanks to an exciting new app. BeMe@UCB provides a fun, interactive look at the varied career paths open to students, whether it is working in tourism, childcare,…

News and insights

January BTEC Exam update

Following the Prime Minister’s 4th January announcement of a new lockdown and the news that schools, colleges and training providers will close to the majority of students. The Department for Education confirmed that they expected all scheduled vocational exams to…

News and insights

University partners with Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games

University College Birmingham has been appointed as an Official University of the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games, the biggest sporting event ever to be held in the West Midlands.

News and insights

Specialist Hair and Media Make-up newsletter: Issue 3

We are excited to let you know about various activities, projects, talks and events that you can get involved with as a University College Birmingham alumni.

News and insights

Ex-student who received surprise visit from teenage Beyoncé opens Birmingham salon

A former hair and beauty student from University College Birmingham who was lucky enough to meet a teenage Beyoncé has defied the challenges of Covid-19 to open her own salon in the heart of the UK’s second city – despite…

News and insights

The Roux Scholarship brings chef Adam Smith back home

Alumnus Adam Smith returns as one of the judges for this prestigious competition.

News and insights

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

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

News and insights

‘Once in a lifetime’: How our university embraced city's Commonwealth Games

From providing services and support for athletes to volunteering at venues and even performing in ceremonies, University College Birmingham's community thoroughly immersed itself in the unique opportunities of this year's Commonwealth Games.

News and insights

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.

News and insights

Students praised by top Birmingham chefs supporting fundraiser for young hospitality professionals

Students from UCB have been praised by top Birmingham chefs after assisting at a special fundraising lunch to support the next generation of hospitality professionals.

News and insights

Coaching and mentoring bring big benefits, say UCB experts

UCB lecturers are promoting the importance of coaching and mentoring – both academically and within the working environment.

News and insights

Business School’s excellence recognised with CABS membership

The Business School is delighted to announce it has attained full membership of the Chartered Association of Business Schools.

News and insights

Executive Dean presents research on improving regional skills gaps to Princess Anne

Rosa Wells, Executive Dean of the School of Engineering, Digital & Sustainable Construction at University College Birmingham, recently presented research on improving STEM educational access to the Princess Royal.

News and insights

University joins AI planning tech pilot

Following a successful application to Jisc, the UK digital, data and technology agency focused on tertiary education, research and innovation, 50 higher education teaching staff at University College Birmingham will be using the software TeacherMatic to help plan their classroom…

News and insights

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

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

News and insights

Star chef hails Young Chefs Academy as relaunch set to inspire next generation

A celebrated young chef from University College Birmingham has welcomed the relaunch of a long-running culinary programme that will help inspire future food stars amid the challenges of the coronavirus pandemic.

News and insights

Sports Therapy students and staff put best foot forward with conference research

Two final year Sports Therapy students and staff presented their dissertation research projects at the British Association of Sport and Exercise Science (BASES) annual conference, sharing knowledge with fellow researchers.

News and insights

Blog | Why working part-time along study pays off

A great deal of our students, from college students to those at higher education level, work part-time alongside their studies.

News and insights

Bringing industry practice to life: a weekend at Liverpool Comic Con

How Leah Ratcliffe brings Comic Con to the classroom.

News and insights

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.

Other

Financial support

To ensure everyone has every opportunity to succeed in their education, we provide a whole range of financial support for our college and sixth form students, from bursaries to travel passes and help with uniform costs.

Other

Information for parents and carers (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

Bluebell Wood

Bluebell Wood is an informal, affordable eatery based in the heart of the community at Chelmsley Wood Shopping Centre, next door to Chelmsley Starters, our this purpose-built culinary school.

Other

Our sustainability

We take sustainability very seriously and will use our position to embed sustainability across our operations and our place in the community and society at large.

Other

Education Agents and the Agent Quality Framework

Education Agents and the Agent Quality Framework (AQF)

Other

Lecturer

Zahira Mohammed

Other

Lecturer

Dr Jane Bradford

Other

Meet the apprenticeship team

Meet our dedicated apprenticeship team, working with employers and students to help you learn on the job.

Other

Health and Safety Regulations

Our policy is to take all reasonable and practicable steps to provide and maintain safe and healthy working conditions.

Other

Other important information

Throughout your studies here, we will issue you with questionnaires to help us monitor your level of satisfaction with the course and University College Birmingham.

Other

Health, Safety and Welfare Policies

It is the responsibility of each and every employee to work in a safe way and such that he/she does not cause risk to him/herself or other employees or third parties.

Other

Returning college students

Welcome information for returning college students

Other

New college students

Welcome information for new college students starting their courses in September 2026

Other

Saturday Academies

Our Saturday Academies allow you to experience what it’s like studying bakery, chef or hospitality courses at University College Birmingham.

Other

Short courses, College

Introduction to the Hospitality Industry (Award)

Entry

April, June and September 2026

Mode of study

Full-Time

Other

Apprenticeships

Chef de Partie Apprenticeship Level 3

Entry

September, January, April

Mode of study

Part-Time

Other

Apprenticeships

Coaching Professional Apprenticeship Level 5

Entry

October, January (flexible)

Mode of study

Part-Time

Other

Apprenticeships

Operations Manager Apprenticeship Level 5

Entry

October, January (flexible)

Mode of study

Part-Time

Other

Apprenticeships

Team Leader Apprenticeship

Entry

Flexible

Mode of study

Part-Time

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

Care leavers and care experienced further education students

University College Birmingham is dedicated to providing support for our college students who are Care Experienced or Care Leavers.

Other

Returning undergraduate students

Welcome information for returning home and international undergraduate students

Other

Apprenticeships

Commis Chef Apprenticeship Level 2

Entry

September, January, April

Mode of study

Part-Time

Other

Apprenticeships

Royal Academy of Culinary Arts Apprenticeship (RACA) Level 3

Mode of study

Part-Time

Other

Apprenticeships

Social Worker Degree Apprenticeship BA (Hons)

Entry

September

Other

College and Sixth Form Transition Event

Prepare for starting college or sixth form at our Transition Event. Meet support teams, explore campus and discover support available before September.

Other

University Transition Event

Prepare for starting university at our Transition Event. Meet support teams, explore campus and discover the services available before September.

Other

Lecturer

Noel Muzondo

Other

Senior Lecturer and Programme Lead

Gareth Bate

Other

Head of Department - Digital

Kanwal Rauf

Other

Senior Lecturer

Emma Davis

Other

Lecturer

Kumar Jayantilal

Other

Apprenticeships

Social Worker Apprenticeship PGDip

Entry

September 2026

Other

Lecturer

Arwen Zheng

Other

Apprenticeships

Physiotherapy Degree Apprenticeship BSc (Hons)

Mode of study

Full-Time

Other

New international students

Welcome information for new international students starting their courses in September 2026

Other

Changing your course

Every year, some students decide that they wish to change their programme of study, and move either to another programme within University College Birmingham or elsewhere.

Other

Transferring out of University College Birmingham

Guidance on how to transfer from University College Birmingham to another university or college.

Other

Job application process

Throughout the job application process, we are committed to ensuring our processes are fair and inclusive. Our goal is to ensure the selection of the most qualified candidates who align with our values and contribute to the dynamic environment at…

College & Sixth Form courses

College

Bakery Level 2, Level 3

Entry

September

Mode of study

Full-Time

College & Sixth Form courses

College

Chef Cookery Courses Level 2 and Level 3 (Professional Cookery)

Entry

September

Mode of study

Full-Time

College & Sixth Form courses

College

Food and Beverage Service Supervision Level 3

Entry

September

Mode of study

Full-Time

College & Sixth Form courses

College

Professional Food and Beverage Service Level 2

Entry

September

Mode of study

Full-Time

College & Sixth Form courses

College

Introduction to Hair and Beauty

Entry

September

Mode of study

Full-Time

College & Sixth Form courses

College

Beauty Therapy Level 2, Level 3

Entry

September

Mode of study

Full-Time

College & Sixth Form courses

College

Hair and Media Make-up Level 2

Entry

September

Mode of study

Full-Time

College & Sixth Form courses

College

Hairdressing Level 2, Level 3

Entry

September

Mode of study

Full-Time

College & Sixth Form courses

College

Theatrical Media Make-up Level 3

Entry

September

Mode of study

Full-Time

College & Sixth Form courses

College

Motorsport Diploma Level 3

Entry

September 2027

Mode of study

Full-Time

College & Sixth Form courses

College

Introduction to the Hospitality Industry (Certificate)

Entry

September

Mode of study

Full-Time

College & Sixth Form courses

College

Applied Science with Psychology Level 3

Entry

September

Mode of study

Full-Time

College & Sixth Form courses

College

Health and Social Care Level 2

Entry

September

Mode of study

Full-Time

College & Sixth Form courses

College

Health and Social Care Level 3

Entry

September

Mode of study

Full-Time

College & Sixth Form courses

College

Applied Science Level 3

Entry

September

Mode of study

Full-Time

College & Sixth Form courses

College

Bricklaying Level 2

Entry

September

Mode of study

Full-Time

College & Sixth Form courses

College

Early Years Level 2 Diploma

Entry

September

Mode of study

Full-Time

College & Sixth Form courses

College

Education and Early Years T-level

Entry

September

Mode of study

Full-Time

College & Sixth Form courses

College

Plumbing Level 2

Entry

September

Mode of study

Full-Time

College & Sixth Form courses

College

Plumbing Level 3

Entry

September

Mode of study

Full-Time

College & Sixth Form courses

College

Site Carpentry Level 2

Entry

September

Mode of study

Full-Time

College & Sixth Form courses

College

Sport and Exercise Science Level 3

Entry

September

Mode of study

Full-Time

College & Sixth Form courses

College

Sport, Exercise and Fitness Level 2

Entry

September

Mode of study

Full-Time

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