Get the best start at University College Birmingham
Courses starting in September 2025
Train at our city centre college with award-winning support
Want to train to be a professional in a field you are really interested in and learn in incredible, easy-to-get-to practical facilities right in the centre of Birmingham. If so, we may have a course to suit you at University College Birmingham!
From bricklaying and hairdressing to accounting and education, all our courses come with award-winning support and the chance to learn from expert tutors who are committed to helping you gain relevant industry experience. And there are many courses you can progress onto at degree level when you finish. Whatever your career path, we'll make sure you leave college with the skills, knowledge and experience to help shape the future of your industry.
We offer VRQs, diplomas, BTECs, national diplomas, T-levels and apprenticeships, all of which are great for school-leavers and mature learners looking to change career or learn new skills. To view all of our college courses, visit our A-Z of courses or use the keyword course search below.
Award-winning support for college students
We are committed to giving you all the support you need to achieve your very best. We offer everything from one-to-one academic support, English and maths support, including helping you re-sit your GCSEs, online skills materials, in-class skills and development sessions to help with placements, careers, and more.
We also know how important your health and wellbeing are to successful study and have support in place to help you with this, alongside teams dedicated to everything from financial help to disability and neurodiversity support.
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Why should you study a college course at University College Birmingham?
We know you will want to be reassured you will be happy with your choice of college and fulfilled and excited by what you will be learning during your studies. If you want to get a better idea of why you should choose University College Birmingham for your college course, check our our video.
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If you are looking to learn more about our college offer, please request a copy of our prospectus.
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College and Sixth Form term dates
Check the key dates for our college courses, as well as information on activity weeks and our awards events for college students.
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Financial support for college students
We know your finances and financial future are important to you so we try and give you as much advice about study costs and about the support 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 le…
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Take part before you start
Want to know what it's like to be a college student at University College Birmingham? We provide several opportunities for you to visit us and take part before you…
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College student stories
Read our further education student stories to find out more about what it’s really like to study at University College Birmingham.
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Maths and English
If you are aged 16-18 and have not already achieved GCSE English and Maths at grade C/4 (or above), you will continue learning these subjects as part of your studies.
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