University College Birmingham (UCB)

About

University College Birmingham (UCB) is a career-focused higher education institution specializing in vocational courses, including higher and further education, and apprenticeships. 

Objectives

University College Birmingham's core objective is to provide students with a career-focused education that equips them with industry-relevant skills and practical experience, leading to successful careers. 

Main Academic Divisions (Faculties)

• Business School
• School of Engineering, Digital and Sustainability
• School of Health, Life Sciences and Education

Reasons to Study at University College Birmingham

1. World Class Facilities

   There really is something for everyone here at University College Birmingham. World-class facilities following a £200 million investment into new campuses, equipment and resources. 

   
    

2. The Location

   A location in the heart of the country and the heart of Birmingham - surrounded by booming businesses, gorgeous green spaces and vibrant nightlife. Plus a magnificent mix of cultures right on your doorstep and fantastic connections to the rest of the UK and the world.

   
    

3. Student Choice For Excellence

   Find your ideal undergraduate, postgraduate, apprenticeship, or college course today and begin your future at the highest-ranking university in the region, according to student choice (What uni Student Choice Awards 2024).

   
    

4. Impacts On Student

   Our students from across the UK and beyond invest greatly in the region, equipped through industry-informed teaching and top facilities to meet employers’ needs. Proudly voted University of the Year by students in the 2022 What uni Student Choice Awards, our graduates stand out for career success—earning on average £64,000 more over their lifetime.

    

Fees

Admission

Undergraduate Admission Requirement

Requirements are based on the courses. There are different requirements for each course. Check your course requirements on the course page.  

• GCSE English (Language) and Maths at grade 4 (grade C) or equivalent
• If you are unsure if your qualification is equivalent or if you wish to check if you meet the entry requirements for this course, please call 0121 214 2919 or email [email protected] 
• 5 GCSEs at grade 4/C or above, including English (Language or Literature), with GCSE Maths at a minimum of grade 5/B

Supporting Documents

• You may be required to provide a reference from a previous education provider or employer in support of your application.
• School applicants will be required to provide a good school report, which must include attendance. This will be assessed in conjunction with your qualifications and application during the confirmation of your place at University College Birmingham.

Postgraduate Admission Requirments

   Requirements are based on the courses. There are different requirements for each course. Check your course requirements on the course page. 

• A grade classification of 2:2 is required, or international equivalent
• A grade classification of third-class is required, or international equivalent
• There are no subject pre-requisites for this programme

International: For academic and English entry requirements for EU and international students, please visit the Country Specific Information page.

Please note: As an International Student, when choosing optional placement, a visa extension may be required

How To Apply For Admission

Apply direct:

UCB Direct allows prospective full-time and part-time students who are only interested in applying to University College Birmingham, to apply directly to us (free of charge) without having to complete lengthy, and sometimes complex, application forms.

To apply direct to University College Birmingham, you must satisfy the following criteria:

• You only wish to apply to University College Birmingham (if you would like to apply to more than one institution, you must apply via UCAS)
• You must not have previously applied through UCAS this year (we will complete this on your behalf)

Applying through UCAS:

If you would like to apply for more than one university then you must apply through UCAS. This service is available to Home, EU and Overseas applicants.

In addition, University College Birmingham offers support workshops for applicants applying for Higher Education who are not familiar with the UCAS process. Workshops cover entry requirements and more.

If you would like to make an appointment, please email [email protected] to arrange a booking slot.

Choosing your course:

UCAS Course Search is a great way to look for undergraduate degree courses. Students have a maximum of five choices so we recommend you write a list of all the courses that interest you and then evaluate each option. Once you have done this you can draw up a shortlist of your preferred top five courses. However, if you only wish to apply to University College Birmingham, then you can apply direct.

The University is committed to ensuring its admissions process is fair and transparent.

Admission Contacts

Email: [email protected]
Phone : 0121 604 1040, +44 (0)121 232 4458

Gallery

• 

  Library

• 

  Sports/Fitness

• 

  Graduating Students

• 

  Lecture Room

Look Around Campus

Facilities

• Accommodation: More than 800 students can be accommodated in our halls of residence, and to help you adjust, in your first year, you are guaranteed a place in The Maltings. If you submit your accommodation payment in full before the deadline. You can also receive a 15% rent discount.
   You’ll be part of a friendly campus surrounded by supermarkets, banks, cafés, student budget restaurants and rail and coach stations, and living in one of Britain’s most exciting and diverse cities.

• Gym: University College Birmingham has a range of gym facilities which are open to students and staff, offering a wide variety of equipment to help you keep fit on campus and in our halls of residence.

We have two state-of-the-art gyms located at Moss House and The Maltings, a dedicated gym for our college students at Summer Row, as well as a sports hall which is available for students to book (government restrictions apply)

• ICT: As part of our investment into our campuses and facilities at University College Birmingham, we have continued to boost our IT provision with new computers and quiet study and self-study laptop areas across campus. IT Support is available from any of the IT Support Services helpdesks located around the University, they can be found on the ground floors of McIntyre House, Summer Row, Camden House and Baskerville House. Students enrolled at the University may contact the helpdesks for technical support concerning any problems.

• Library: Located at Baskerville House, the Library is available on the Ground Floor and gives access to multiple computers in quiet study spaces. This fantastic facility gives you the opportunity to work late into the night at times that suit you.

• Hospital: Our health simulation facilities allow students on our health and social care, nursing and physiotherapy courses to gain vital experience of the range of settings you are likely to encounter in real life. We have a brand new Health Skills and Simulation Suite at our Moss House campus, featuring a range of excellent facilities including a six-bed hospital ward to help you practice individual skills.
  Our health facilities include:
• Six-bed hospital ward with simulation manikins and audio/video equipment
• Community care environment
• Clinical skills teaching room with virtual reality technology
• Additional study and teaching areas.
   
• Cafeteria: At University College Birmingham, we have our own award-winning training restaurant where our students gain hands-on industry experience working both in the kitchens and front of house.

Restaurant at Birmingham College of Food (formerly known as The Atrium and The Brasserie) offers both exceptional à la carte dishes as well as an amazing value set menu, and enjoys a great reputation with the public and professionals alike. It provides students on our food and hospitality courses with the perfect environment to put their training into practice serving real-life customers.

Accreditations

International Universities Strength and Conditioning Association (IUSCA)

Vice Chancellor

Academic Staff

• 

  David Paulson

  Executive Dean - Business School As Executive Dean of the Business School, Dr David Paulson oversees the departments of Business and Enterprise, Hospitality and Tourism, and Creative Industries. Previously, David was Professor o... read more

  f Practice in Leadership and Management at Queen’s University Belfast, following an earlier career serving in international management roles with the US multinational General Electric and as managing director of SMEs supplying international commercial customers.

  His PhD at Cambridge University was published in 2023 as Family Firms in Postwar Britain and Germany: Competing Approaches to Business. It compares the historic performance of West Midlands SMEs and their German Mittelstand counterparts and argues for the importance of supportive ecosystems, particularly in relation to skills and leadership development – all areas in which University College Birmingham makes a significant regional contribution.  

  David was previously a member of the Northern Ireland Productivity Forum and now serves on the Advisory Panel for the Business Commission West Midlands. He is committed to further developing the University's range of courses for UK and international students, including business professionals who want to enhance their personal effectiveness, and working closely with the region’s business community.

• 

  Alexandra Massie

  Senior lecturer Postgraduate Certificate in Learning and Teaching for Vocational Subjects, PTTLS (Level 4), HND Theatrical Make-up and Costume

  Module Leader on Casualty Simulation and Character Essentials, curr... read more

  iculum development, progression and success tracking and monitoring, mentoring, tutoring, assessing, moderating, and programme management.
• 

  Claudette Bailey

  Lecturer

  Lecturer.

  MSc HRMB, BSc. Hons, Dip SW, CQSW, Cert Adult Teaching

Notable Alumni

• 
  Garima Poddar Chef
• 
  Kenny Simpson Championship Rugby Sports Therapist
• 
  Whitney Nwabuwe Event Planner and Manager
• 
  Samuel Salter Business Leader