Bakery and Patisserie Technology BSc (Hons) / FdSc
Welcome and induction information
Welcome to University College Birmingham
Whether you are joining us as a new student or continuing your studies, we want to make sure you get off to a flying start. On this page, you will find your course-specific induction information, together with the information on additional welcome activities happening throughout the week.
Please note: where applicable, new Top-up (Level 6) student information will be shared with returning student information.
Important dates
Enrolment: 26 January 2026 - 13 February 2026
Induction: w/c 9 February 2026
Teaching starts: w/c 16 February 2026
Induction information for new students
Further information specific to your course, including induction activities, any uniform/kit requirements and our Kick-Start scheme, is available below. Additional changes may be made to the schedules ahead of the welcome week.
Please check this page again prior to the week commencing 9 February 2026 for any updates or amendments.
Course activities
Please note: you are required to attend your course induction session and other activities unless you have enrolled after these have passed.
Monday 09 February
Meet your teaching team and classmates
Location: McIntyre House (MH), MH123
Time: 2pm-3pm
Lecturer(s): Christopher Foxall and Lily-May Onions
Join us for a welcome talk from your senior lecturer. Within this, you will be given information on life at UCB, the academic calendar, key dates, and the rest of induction week.
Support sessions
Throughout the welcome week, we have arranged our support teams to run different introductory sessions so you can learn about the support they offer and how to access it.
The support services involved include Disability and Neurodiversity Support, Mental Health and Wellbeing, academic support through the Centre for Academic Skills and English (CASE) and the Library. You can meet up with the Guild of Students (the student union at UCB) and learn about their work, and also explore the activities organised by the Student Engagement and Success Team.
Tuesday 10 February • DNS, Academic Support, Mental Health and Wellbeing
| Time | Session | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 1pm–2pm | Disability and Neurodiversity Support (Online) Chat online to members of our Disability and Neurodiversity Support team to find out how the DSA (Disabled Students’ Allowance) application system works, how UCB can support students with specific learning difficulties or disabilities, and how you can access our counselling services. |
Join online meeting |
| 2pm–3pm | Academic Support (Online) Chat online to a member of our CASE (Centre for Academic Skills and English) team to find out how they can support you with your assignments this semester. You will also find out more about ASET/ A-ASET. |
Join online meeting Tim Silk |
| 3pm–4pm | Mental Health and Wellbeing (Online) Chat online to a member of our Mental Health and Wellbeing Team and find out how they can support you during your time at UCB. |
Join online meeting |
Wednesday 11 February • Library, Academic Support
| Time | Session | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 1pm–2pm | The Library (Online) Chat online to a member of our library team to find out more about the fantastic resources we have on offer (both print and online), in addition to how we can help you find them! |
Join online meeting |
| 2pm–3pm | Academic Support (Online) Chat online to a member of our CASE (Centre for Academic Skills and English) team to find out how they can support you with your assignments this semester. You will also find out more about ASET/ A-ASET. |
Join online meeting Anna Sadowska |
Thursday 12 February • WelcomeFest
| Time | Session | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 9.30am-2.30pm There will be a quiet hour with no music from 9.30am-10.30am. |
Come along to WelcomeFest to celebrate the start of the semester! WelcomeFest is an opportunity to meet new friends and become part of the UCB community. We have a fun-filled programme of activities including:
Come and say hello to the support services, the Engagement Team, and the Guild of Students. They will all be available to answer any questions you may have. |
Moss House |
Friday 13 February • Student Engagement and Success Team, Library
| Time | Session | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 1pm–2pm | Student Engagement and Success Team (Online) Chat online to a member of our Student Engagement and Success Team and find out how they can support you during your time at UCB. From advice on staying on track with your studies to signposting to other support services, this is an opportunity to learn more about what the team can do for you. |
Join online meeting |
| 2pm–3pm | The Library (Online) Chat online to a member of our library team to find out more about the fantastic resources we have on offer (both print and online), in addition to how we can help you find them! |
Join online meeting |
Other useful information
The Kick-Start Scheme (Home students)
Induction information for returning (continuing) students
Welcome back to the new academic year! Although you may be familiar with UCB by now, your lecturers have arranged activities for you during the welcome week. If you are joining this course as a Top-up, the Level 6 (final year) information is for you.
Level 5 (Year 2)
| Session | Time | Location | Lecturer(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bakery and Patisserie Technology Level 5 induction session This session serves as a comprehensive induction for students entering Level 5 of the BSc/FDSc Bakery and Patisserie Technology program, led by Year Manager Simon Manton. It provides essential guidance on academic expectations, including updated grading criteria, strict referencing standards, and the responsible use of AI in assignments. Students will also find practical information regarding campus safety, mandatory bakery hygiene rules, and uniform requirements. Beyond academics, the presentation outlines student support services, opportunities for professional development through the ABST and Skills for success sessions, and key administrative details such as timetable access, locker registration, and mandatory tutorial schedules. |
Monday 09 February, 10am-1pm | McIntyre House (MH), MH325 | Simon Manton |
| Level 5 Bakery and Patisserie Induction for February starters This session serves as a comprehensive induction for students entering Level 5 of the BSc/FDSc Bakery and Patisserie Technology program, led by Year Manager Simon Manton. It provides essential guidance on academic expectations, including updated grading criteria, strict referencing standards, and the responsible use of AI in assignments. Students will also find practical information regarding campus safety, mandatory bakery hygiene rules, and uniform requirements. Beyond academics, the presentation outlines student support services, opportunities for professional development through the ABST and Skills for success sessions, and key administrative details such as timetable access, locker registration, and mandatory tutorial schedules |
Tuesday 10 February, 10am-1pm | McIntyre House (MH), MH325 | Simon Manton |
| Level 5 Induction for Bakery and Patisserie Technology online session for students who could not attend the onsite induction. This session serves as a comprehensive induction for students entering Level 5 of the BSc/FDSc Bakery and Patisserie Technology program, led by Year Manager Simon Manton. It provides essential guidance on academic expectations, including updated grading criteria, strict referencing standards, and the responsible use of AI in assignments. Students will also find practical information regarding campus safety, mandatory bakery hygiene rules, and uniform requirements. Beyond academics, the presentation outlines student support services, opportunities for professional development through the ABST and Skills for success sessions, and key administrative details such as timetable access, locker registration, and mandatory tutorial schedules |
Wednesday 11 February, 1pm-4pm | Online (Students will be sent an invite directly) | Simon Manton |
| Come along to WelcomeFest to celebrate the start of the semester! We have a fun-filled programme of activities where you can try out our delicious street food, find out more about the Gym membership and their taster classes, explore student societies and sports clubs, learn more about how to find part-time work, discover all the support available to you during your study and enjoy a range of fun activities and games. Don't forget to say hello to the support services, Engagement Team, and the Guild of Students. They’ll all be available to answer any questions you may have. |
Thursday 12 February, 9.30am-2:30pm
There will be a quiet hour with no music from 9.30am-10.30am. |
Moss House (MS) | Multiple teams |
Reading lists
To view the recommended books and journal articles for the modules you will be studying as part of your course, search for your course or module name on the dedicated page linked below.
Please note that you will not have full access to eBooks and journal articles until you have a UCB username and password (after enrolment).
For more information about the library and our resources, please visit our subject guides page. To contact the library, please email library@ucb.ac.uk