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Deputy Dean for Quality Assurance and Enhancement

Professor Michelle Callanan

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Executive Dean of the School of Psychology

Professor Gill Brown

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Professor Bernhard Schumacher

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Deputy Dean (Teaching Learning and Digital)

Tsai Lovett

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Associate Professor, Head of Department (Business and Enterprise)

Kathryn Hayat

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Associate professor and Deputy Dean

Sean Preston

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Associate Professor and Senior Lecturer of Digital

Dr Fahmida Abedin

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Whatuni award winners 2024

University College Birmingham has won awards for its student support, international and postgraduate provision in the only awards in the UK based solely on student choice.

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British Psychological Society accreditation

Our undergraduate and postgraduate psychology degree courses are accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS).

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We offer a wide range of services at University College Birmingham.

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The website will aim to achieve the recommended government standard for web accessibility.

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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.

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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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Vice Dean (School of Health, Life Sciences and Education)

Stephen Garvey

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Sports Performance and Rehabilitation Conference 2022

The fourth edition of SPARC takes place on Monday 24th October in the heart of Birmingham. The speakers we have lined up for you will provide a comprehensive coverage of the dynamic and everchanging world of elite sport performance and…

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Executive Dean - Business School

David Paulson

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Self-made entrepreneur to be made Honorary Professor

Surinder Arora, Founder and Chairman of the Arora Group, will be made an Honorary Professor and Fellow of University College Birmingham at the institution’s graduation ceremony this week.

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Professor and Dean of STEM celebrated as ‘Built to Inspire’ mural unveiled

DfE campaign celebrates the work of Rosa Wells.

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College student chef and culinary arts professor recognised at national awards

An “exceptional” student and a chef lecturer devoted to his protégés from University College Birmingham both won top accolades at this year’s British Culinary Federation (BCF) annual dinner and awards.

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Professor Gill Brown

Studying psychology was one of the best decisions Professor Gill Brown ever made, opening doors in ways she never expected - now she's passing her knowledge on to our students.

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Top chef and longstanding UCB supporter Brian Turner CBE steps down as Bocuse d'Or president

Top chef and visiting UCB professor Brian Turner CBE has stepped down as president of the prestigious Bocuse d’Or but will stay on the Bocuse d’Or UK Academy as honorary life vice-president.

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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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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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Professional cookery students get a masterclass in venison

Professional cookery students were given a masterclass in venison by a deer stalker and a visiting head chef.

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UCB unveils new, state-of-the-art Health Hub

On Monday 6 March Vice-Chancellor and Principal, Professor Ray Linforth, cut the ribbon at the official opening of UCB's new Health Hub.

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Vice-Chancellor celebrates culture and diversity at ‘Taste of Hunan’ event

Vice-Chancellor and Principal, Professor Michael Harkin, attended the prestigious ‘Taste of Hunan’ event in London, celebrating the rich culinary traditions and cultural heritage of China’s Hunan province.

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Consul General to India visits University College Birmingham

In an event hosted by Vice-Chancellor and Principal Professor Michael Harkin, Dr Venkatachalam Murugan was welcomed to the University, with a tour of the campus facilities including the state-of-the-art Health Suite and Cyber Labs.

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University College Birmingham launches dual-accredited Marketing MSc

Graduates will be ready to lead in an increasingly technology driven marketing landscape.

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UCB and CIM Join Forces

The Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) is the leading professional body for marketers worldwide and exists to develop the marketing profession, maintain professional standards and improve the skills of marketing practitioners.

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Nursing associate apprenticeship offers specialist skills boost for health sector

A new apprenticeship programme at University College Birmingham is set to provide a boost for the health sector by developing skills for specialist areas of the nursing profession.

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Students serve up success at Young Waiters Academy

UCB is running their first ever Young Waiters Academy, taking on students aged 14-15 to give them first-hand experience of what it’s like to work within the hospitality profession.

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Renowned chef awarded Honorary Fellowship by UCB

Renowned chef Brian Turner was among six outstanding candidates to be awarded an Honorary Fellowship at this years' graduation at UCB.

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Students turn over a new leaf with salad challenge

Food and Consumer Management students were tasked with creating the perfect salad for Costa Coffee shops.

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Unstoppable Nathan crowned champ in top young chef competition

An unstoppable former University College Birmingham student who represented England in the most prestigious culinary competition in the world has come out victorious at the British Culinary Federation’s Young Chef of the Year.

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Alumnus dedicated to empowering students receives honorary fellowship

Errol Lawson, an award-winning entrepreneur and author dedicated to empowering the next generations has been made an honorary fellow of University College Birmingham - where he proudly studied himself for a master's degree.

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Young researchers present their findings at UCB

The region’s youngest researchers returned to UCB to discuss the results of their school research and share their results with other schoolchildren and their teachers.

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Blues Ladies get cooking at UCB to kick-off sweet new sponsorship

Players from Birmingham City Ladies Football Club kicked-off their new sponsorship deal with The Federation of Quebec Maple Syrup Producers with an exclusive cooking session at UCB.

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Pupils explore versatility of maple syrup as part of ambassador visit

Year nine and 10 cookery students were invited to explore the versatility of maple syrup as part of a whistle-stop visit to UCB by an ambassador for the famous Canadian export.

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Engineer, broadcaster and STEM champion awarded Honorary Professorship

An award-winning engineer who has appeared on the BBC's The One Show while inspiring thousands of young people to pursue careers in STEM has been awarded an Honorary Professorship at this year's graduation.

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A glorious graduation: we look back on the day

A look back at University College Birmingham September 2025 graduation.

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University bakers back the Great Birmingham Bun

Bakery students at University College Birmingham are putting their best foot forward helping to produce a sweet treat for fun runners.

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Lecturer who mentored hundreds of student chefs made Honorary Fellow

A lecturer who has trained more student chefs than he has had hot dinners has been awarded an Honorary Fellowship from University College Birmingham – where he has worked and inspired everyone around him for almost three decades.

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THREE powerful reasons. TWO valuable events. ONE great day.

Two events on one day bring students, staff and stakeholders together.

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Business students learn from leading figures at AI conference

The Business School has hosted an exciting future-focused conference on the transformational and unexplored potential of AI.

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Progressive university partnership sponsors top emerging talent awards

University College Birmingham and the University of Warwick have partnered up to headline sponsor the region’s top awards for recognising emerging talent.

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Travel and Tourism Society is Formed

Students at UCB have recently launched a brand new Travel and Tourism Society. With it's aim to 'deliver a student-led tourism society for the benefit of students' the society held a formal launch at University College Birmingham.

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Student volunteers help Team India stars feel at home during Commonwealth Games

Indian students at University College Birmingham were treated to a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to get up close with their country's stars competing at this year's Commonwealth Games.

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Owlbert (and a friend) wing their way back to UCB

The Big Hoot auction took place on Thursday 15 October to help the iconic birds find their forever homes.  The owls all went for impressive sums, from £3,800 to £18,000, in an exciting evening of bidding wars held in the…

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Schools Commissioner for England addresses national conference at UCB

The Schools Commissioner for England, Dr Elizabeth Sidwell, C.B.E addressed a national conference at University College Birmingham on 27 March on the impact of parental engagement on children's education.

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Former NFL coach among leading speakers at third annual UCB sports conference

Trailblazing American football coach Phoebe Schecter will be among the guest speakers at an exciting sports conference to be held at University College Birmingham this month.

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Students Celebrate at Hong Kong Graduation

One hundred and thirty three Graduands from Hong Kong, China, Macau and Thailand have been officially rewarded for their achievements at the University College Birmingham International Awards Congregation which took place on Sunday 30 June at the JW Marriott, Pacific…

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EU undergraduates for 2018 intake remain eligible for funding, government announces

STUDENTS from EU countries starting undergraduate and master's courses in the UK in 2018/19 will be eligible for grants and loans, the government has confirmed.

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Innovative Birmingham education partnership receives funding to teach future skills

A Birmingham education partnership including University College Birmingham has received funding to develop new and enhanced courses to help provide the skills needed in the Midlands’ future economy.

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Early Childhood Studies and Teach Early Years Magazine – a key collaboration

A series of articles will shine a light on the courses and our students' work.

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Man Utd psychologist to Royal Ballet physio: meet lineup for 2022 sports conference

From a psychologist for top-flight footballers to injury specialists for elite ballet dancers and rugby players, guest speakers at this year’s University College Birmingham sports conference will have delegates on the edge of their seats.

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Shakela returns to Calais refugee camp on aid mission

A University student is preparing to deliver emergency supplies at the refugee camp known as the Jungle in Calais.

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Tourism students go spelunking

From the stunning stalactite caverns to the soaring 450ft cliffs, UCB students have been exploring Cheddar Gorge in Somerset as a part of their course.

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Tourism students visit the Emerald Isle

First year International Tourism Management students visited Dublin and Belfast as part of a new module 'Tourism and Media'.

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Seventy French Postgraduate students at UCB

Seventy French postgraduate students from Paris are currently at University College Birmingham (UCB) on a three week residential study visit.

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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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Team work pays off for front of house students

UCB's front of house students are on a winning streak after picking up another clutch of awards.

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Learn how to prepare athletes from top sports scientists at UCB conference

Tickets are now on sale to see some the UK's top sports science experts in action at a conference designed to stretch people's knowledge at University College Birmingham.

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Everyone's a winner at first ever UCB sports conference

With a packed day of lively lectures, discussion and debate from leaders in the field of sports science, UCB's first ever Sports Performance and Rehabilitation Student Conference got off to a flying start.

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Inspire 2013

Inspire 2013 has once again left students and staff at UCB with smiles on their faces and plenty of food for thought.  The annual conference was set up to share inspirational stories, activities and events across the whole of UCB.

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Lecturer Harprit nominated for British Indian Award

Harprit Thacker, UCB’s Assistant Director for Teaching and Learning, says she is “thrilled” after being nominated for a British Indian Award for her exceptional contribution to education.

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Youth skills app earns Future Faces award nomination for graduate Ioana

A University College Birmingham graduate is in line for an award after launching an app to help provide diverse learning opportunities for young people.

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UCB chefs in the running for Young Seafood Chef of the Year 2015

Professional Cookery students Timothy Jones and Bozhidar Ivanov are perfecting their cookery skills in preparation for the grand final of Young Seafood Chef of the Year 2015 after winning a regional heat at City College, Norwich.

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Blog | OJ vs Coca Cola: a dietitian's response

Confused by conflicting advice on healthy food and drinks? Megan Bridger, Lecturer in Dietetics at University College Birmingham, takes a look at the most recent controversy: is coca-cola a healthier choice than the humble glass of orange juice?

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Top cardiologist and expert in keyhole heart surgery made Honorary Fellow

A cardiologist who has saved countless lives as an expert in keyhole heart surgery has been made an Honorary Fellow of University College Birmingham.

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First graduands from University of Warwick partnership graduate

University College Birmingham graduands on University of Warwick accredited courses will be celebrating today, marking the first successful graduating cohort from the partnership between the two universities.

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UCB's success at the International Salon Culinaire

Professional Cookery and Bakery students were in award-winning form at the Hotelympia International Salon Culinaire at the ExCeL in London.

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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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Students are challenged to market historic coffin works

Marketing students were challenged to come up with creative ways of boosting business at the historic Birmingham coffin works.

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Graduate Rosie is enjoying sweet success

Life is sweet for a UCB professional cookery graduate who has forged a successful career making macarons.

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UCB participate in the international NOH8 campaign

UCB have been participating in the NOH8 campaign – an international movement that promotes marriage, gender and human equality through education, advocacy, social media, and visual protest.

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UCB health and care apprenticeships are fit for future

UCB partnered with the National Skills Academy to sponsor an event for those working in the primary care industry.

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A day of celebration for graduating students

One thousand students will graduate at Symphony Hall Birmingham on Friday 20 September as the University College Birmingham (UCB) annual Awards Congregations get underway.

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New international partnership to provide enriched opportunities

An exciting new collaboration between University College Birmingham and Changsha Commerce and Tourism College could see opportunities to broaden horizons for both students and staff at both institutions.

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Golden anniversary celebrations get underway!

From 50p breakfasts, gold dust coffee, a celebration selfie photobooth, prize-winning chocolates for students and special cupcakes for staff to a pop-up shop selling exclusive 50th merchandise, golden anniversary celebrations are officially underway at UCB!

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Students as young as six present findings at Young Researchers Conference

Reward systems, school partnerships, teaching methods and technology were just some of the complex findings covered by some very young researchers at a special conference at UCB.

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

Personalisation in Higher Education takes centre stage.