University College Birmingham - College and Sixth Form Students

19/02/2026

At University College Birmingham's Sixth Form Centre, we care deeply about our students' futures 💚

Don't forget our sixth form application deadline is on Saturday 28 February - apply now at https://www.ucb.ac.uk/college-and-sixth-form/

17/02/2026

Take a look at what our sixth formers have achieved while studying with us, congratulations everyone! ✨

09/01/2026

Given the ongoing disruption to train, bus services, and the roads caused by the snowfall, all teaching, examinations, and classes today are cancelled.

This is in the interests of ensuring staff and student safety. Although there will be no teaching taking place, security will keep campus buildings open until early afternoon, should any staff or students need to access the buildings for private work or study, provided it is safe for them to travel.

Please visit our website for more information:

Given the ongoing disruption to train, bus services, and the roads caused by the snowfall, all teaching, examinations, and classes today are cancelled.

08/01/2026

🌨️ Due to heavy snow expected this evening, we’re keeping a close eye on the weather.

At the moment, the University will remain open as usual tomorrow. We’ll continue monitoring conditions throughout the day and, if anything changes, we’ll let staff and students know as soon as possible.

Please check the website before you travel: https://orlo.uk/j3QvV

20/11/2025

UK Disability History Month starts today and we're always here to help our students! 💪

Michael talks about how he and the University's Disability and Neurodiversity team provide support to students who have disclosed a disability or neurodiversity while studying with us.

To find out more, visit our dedicated webpage at https://www.ucb.ac.uk/student-support/disability-and-neurodiversity-support/.

28/09/2025

Are you passionate about protecting the planet and building a sustainable future?

Our free, on-demand Construction Management Subject Spotlight, created in collaboration with Springpod, offers you an opportunity to explore this fast-growing industry. This interactive learning experience offers:
• Insight from experienced lecturers
• Career advice and qualification pathways (HNC and beyond)
• Certificate of completion for UCAS/CVs
• Real-life case studies, such as Milan’s Vertical Forest

Explore now → https://orlo.uk/Z2RBY

24/09/2025

Join us for our College & Sixth Form Open Day!✨
📅 Saturday 4 October 2025 • ⏰ 10am– 2:30pm

Thinking about your next steps after school? Come along to our College & Sixth Form Open Day and see where your future could take you. From subject talks to student life insights, it’s your chance to ask questions and get inspired. ✨

👉 Book your place: https://www.ucb.ac.uk/open-days/college-and-sixth-form-open-days/

16/09/2025

Imagine building a career that’s real, earning from the start, and shaping a secure future.

At University College Birmingham, our Level 1 Bricklaying course gives young people practical skills that are always in demand. From laying bricks to working on real foundations, this is more than training, it's a career pathway with long-term rewards.

The future? It’s secure:

• Starting salaries from £20k+
• Progress to £40k+ or more with experience
• Strong demand across the UK in a growing sector

This isn’t just a course, it’s the first step into a trade that builds confidence, security, and success.

📢 Places still available!

👉 Find out more and apply today: https://orlo.uk/RJW1y

UCB’s Level 1 bricklaying college course will give you the hands-on training and skills to start a career in construction. Enrol with UCB today.

15/09/2025

Imagine seeing your child step into a career they love; earning, achieving, and building a future that’s truly theirs.

With the T-Level in Design, Surveying and Planning for Construction at University College Birmingham, they’ll gain a qualification equal to 3 A-Levels plus 315 hours of real industry experience. From day one, they’re learning from experts and preparing to thrive.

The future? Real careers, real pay:

• Civil engineers: up to £60k+
• Surveyors: £50k+
• Architects & planners: £60k+ and beyond

This is more than a course, it’s a head start in a stable, exciting, and rewarding industry.

📢 Places still available!
👉 Visit here - https://orlo.uk/DoEvb

UCB Design, Surveying and Planning for Construction T-level will give you a solid grounding in building, design and planning alongside a work placement. Enrol with UCB today.

17/08/2025

Exciting news for aspiring chefs and hospitality professionals!

We’re opening a purpose-built culinary school in Chelmsley Wood, offering FREE cookery courses to help you begin your journey into the dynamic hospitality industry.
No tuition fees, just a simple application process.

📍 Learn more and register your interest today here: https://orlo.uk/CvsgC

14/08/2025

Our student Liam Clarke is a fantastic example of where digital skills can take you – he’s representing the West Midlands at the WorldSkills UK National Finals in Web Development this November! 🌐🎉

From starting his studies here at University College Birmingham to reaching a national competition stage, Liam’s journey shows the opportunities available to our students.

Come and study an access, college or degree course with us, develop your skills, and discover where a digital career will take you.

Explore our courses: https://www.ucb.ac.uk/study/courses/

🎉 Huge congratulations to Liam Clarke from University College Birmingham College Birmingham!🎉

We’re excited to share that Liam has been selected to represent the West Midlands in the WorldSkills UK National Finals this November in South Wales, competing in the Web Development category! 💻🌐

From an initial group of 10 students in our department, six advanced to the second stage - and Liam has risen to the top as one of only eight students across the entire UK selected to compete in this category, and the only one representing the West Midlands!

“I was thrilled to make it through to the next stage. I’m a bit nervous about heading to Wales, but I’m also really excited for the challenge. I’m incredibly grateful to my lecturers at UCB – their support has made a huge difference throughout this journey.” – Liam Clarke

Wishing Liam, the very best of luck as he heads to South Wales later this year to showcase the West Midlands’ web development talent on the national stage! 👏

Explore University College Birmingham’s college-level courses here: ucb.ac.uk/study/courses/college