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University College Birmingham

Birmingham

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About us

With £300 million invested in our campuses, our university right in the centre of Birmingham - one of the UK's biggest, youngest and most exciting cities - is a place where you can get a degree that will get you hired, but also thrive, make new friends and expand your horizons.

One area where we really stand out is our award-winning support, including giving all full-time, UK undergraduates starting in September 2026 a free £6,000 to help with living costs. Not a loan. Not means tested. No repayment. Find out more.

With one of the most diverse student bodies anywhere, our students go on to become passionate engineers, teachers, leaders, builders, nurses, paramedics, physiotherapists, business and financial entrepreneurs, food and nutrition experts, psychologists, designers, health and social care leaders, sports therapists, and digital innovators. We are also marketing, tourism, hospitality and aviation management specialists and are renowned across the world as a centre of excellence.

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If you’re looking for a hands-on undergraduate or postgraduate course with award-winning support and highly-personalised teaching, University College Birmingham may be the right fit for you.

What makes us different

A smaller university, but with big industry connections, we are committed to ensuring everyone has the opportunity to succeed in a supportive environment. Our students vouch for this and we were voted best in the region for student support, as well as postgraduate and international, at the 2024 Whatuni Student Choice Awards - voted for by students themselves.

Easily connected to the rest of the UK and the world, our location is also a draw for students as we are surrounded by booming businesses, green spaces, vibrant nightlife and a mix of cultures right on our doorstep.

The best way to find out about us is to attend one of our open days, where you will be made to feel very welcome. You can look around our campus buildings and facilities, see our accommodation, chat to our students about student life, meet your lecturers and see for yourself why we are a unique place to study.

Find out more about the courses on offer at University College Birmingham.

"My highlights so far are the field trips, including one to award-winning creative agency DRPG, and specialising with optional modules, from exploring e-commerce to freelancing and financial strategy. I’ve had lots of support from my lecturers and I also get a lot out of my Kick-Start money, which I use in the university cafeteria and gym.”

Indiya Daley
Business Enterprise BA (Hons)
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  • Siraj

    University College Birmingham
    Physiotherapy
    Hi! I'm Siraj, a Physiotherapy student at University College Birmingham. I would be happy to answer all your questions about the University, my studies, student life, Birmingham city centre, or anything else

  • Ann-Marie

    University College Birmingham
    Primary Education Studies
    Hello, hope you are well. I am studying PRIMARY EDUCATION STUDIES BA (Hons) (Accelerated), and enjoy spending time with my friends or reading. I really enjoy the course.

  • Becky

    University College Birmingham
    Nursing (Adult)
    I am a mature student studying Adult Nursing. I am a single parent and work part-time. I love uni life, and UCB is fantastic. The lecturers are friendly, approachable, helpful and have time for you which was a big tick as this is very important. Everyone around uni is lovely. It's fresh and vibrant, and from the first day of starting in January, I knew it was the uni for me! It's never too late to learn; if you are thinking of studying to become a nurse, I cannot recommend it enough! If i can do it, so can you!!!!

  • Farman

    University College Birmingham
    Paramedic Science
    Hello, I’m Farman, and ✨ I’m passionate about becoming a Paramedic. With a strong background in Health and Social Care Level 3, I understand the needs of patients in emergencies 🩺. My motivation is to provide critical care and support to those in their most vulnerable moments. I am dedicated to lifelong learning and making a positive impact in this essential profession. 💪 Let's inspire each other to make the world a better place! 🌍 ✨

  • Emily

    University College Birmingham
    Prosthetics for Film and Television, MA
    From 2016-2018 I studied Art, Photography and Psychology A-Levels at Princethorpe College, Rugby, and after not being too sure of what I wanted to study at university I decided to throw myself into full time employment. I then came across the Specialist Hair and Media Make-Up course here at University College Birmingham and applied in 2020. Moving cities during the pandemic was very strange, however I soon became very comfortable at The Maltings where I lived with the majority of my classmates. After three years of study, I graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree and I have now moved onto studying Prosthetics for Film and Television MA. Alongside the masters degree, University College Birmingham gave me the opportunity to work for them as an intern in the Marketing Department as part of the masters internship bursary scheme, where my course is paid for in the form of 400 hours of work over the academic year (September-July), which has been a huge benefit for myself financially. I also work as a part time front of house team member at a restaurant in Birmingham city centre, I enjoy this job a lot as I get to interact with lots of different people, I also feel very accepted there as I am free to express myself with my piercings, tattoos and makeup.

  • Dana

    University College Birmingham
    Marketing
    Hi, I'm a final-year Digital Marketing student with a passion for exploring the world of branding and online strategies. I enjoy reading dystopian novels, as they challenge my perspective and stimulate new ideas through their thought-provoking themes. Traveling is my way of broadening horizons and discovering new cultures. Last year, I completed a placement that offered hands-on experience in the industry, further fueling my enthusiasm. I'm here to help with any questions about the university—navigating the process can be complicated, and I'd be happy if my support could make it easier for others!

  • Michaela

    University College Birmingham
    Health and Social Care
    Hi I'm Michaela Mooney I'm the unibuddy ambassador for health and social care I have autism and dyspraxia , I like to help others like me I do talks about my life experience and also advocacy for people with a disability, I like theatre, animals and helping others.

  • Loretta

    University College Birmingham
    Dietetics
    Hi there, I'm a recent graduate of the Food and nutrition BSc course which I thoroughly enjoyed. I'm also a student ambassador, so am always here to help 😁. I am an aspiring Dietitian and business owner I'll soon be starting my MSc in Dietetics.