Degrees to get your career flying
University College Birmingham, located in the UK's buzzing second city, is a centre of excellence for high quality higher education and our degrees in hospitality, aviation and tourism are globally respected and lead to incredible careers, as our many successful alumni will tell you.
To ensure your studies are led by industry insight, you will have access to our fantastic network of contacts, made up of successful leaders from the business community, entrepreneurs and influential organisations, while our industry trips and placements will give you vital real-world experience.
When it comes to student feedback, our university stands out. We were regional winners for student support at the Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2024, as voted for by students.
Start in February 2025
Some of our courses are also available for February entry, so if you want to start studying sooner, you could apply for February 2025.
Learn more about our courses
The beauty of studying a hospitality, tourism or aviation degree at University College Birmingham is that we are highly vocational, meaning there are many practical elements on your course, with plenty of opportunities for real, industry experience. You can apply directly to us too, either for September 2025 entry or, if available, as early as February 2025. Discover more about our courses and what your studies will look like below and apply on the course page to see if we can make you an offer.

Events Management (with placement) BA (Hons) / FdA
From managing sporting events and festivals to wedding planning or resorts, this degree course will give you the skills to create exceptiona…
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International Hospitality and Tourism Management BA (Hons) / FdA
Want to work in hotels, resorts, attractions or events? Our International Hospitality and Tourism Management course gives you…
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Aviation and Airport Management BA (Hons) / FdA
Take off on an exciting international career by studying our Aviation and Airport Management course. Gain in-depth knowledge of how the aviatio…
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International Tourism Management BA (Hons) / FdA
Do you have a passion for tourism and travel? Featuring a year-long placement, this course will give you the skills to launch an exciting care…
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£5k Cost of Living Allowance
At University College Birmingham, we believe the cost of living shouldn’t hold you back from achieving your goals. That’s why we’re providing UK full-time undergraduate students starting in September 2025 with £5,000 each to support expenses like food, bills, and transport—completely free, with no need to pay it back.
Reasons to study with us
- £200 million investment into campuses, equipment and resources
- City centre location - surrounded by booming businesses, gorgeous green spaces and vibrant nightlife. Plus, there's a magnificent mix of cultures right on your doorstep and fantastic connections to the rest of the UK and the world
- Network of 1,000 employer contacts to provide valuable placements and excellent careers guidance through HIRED
- Award-winning support (Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2024
Don't just take our word for it; join our next open day and see for yourself.
Community and support
Our community is diverse and inclusive, helping you forge lifelong friendships, find your people through clubs and societies and build a home away from home.
We also have award-winning support, with expert teams on hand for you to to access everything from academic writing support to help with your health and wellbeing. Our top priority is ensuring you have no barriers to study.