University guide: University College Birmingham
University College Birmingham offers a range of undergraduate courses, with core subjects centring around hospitality, tourism, business, sport and education. There are 4,718 students engaged in full- and part-time degree and postgraduate degree studies. The specialist nature of the university college means that students have access to tailored facilities. There are also close links with employers, and various placement and study exchange opportunities. Birmingham is a fun place to study with all the attractions of a big city on your doorstep.
Fees
£3,375 for full-time undergraduates in 2011-12.
2012-13 fees: click here for latest information on how much universities are planning to charge.
Bursaries
Students with a household income of £30,000 or less will receive a bursary of £750 per annum. Please note: there is no additional bursary for disabled students.
Accommodation
More than 1,000 students can be accommodated in two self-catering halls of residence sites. There's a sports hall, the Guild bar and a shop on the secure gated site at The Maltings. Rent is between £72 and £93 a week for 2011-12.
Facilities
There are restaurants and a spa, which are used both as learning resources and as commercial centres. Learning and skills development centre, modern languages centre and careers and employability services all on offer. Sports facility with all weather pitches available a short distance away from 2011-12.
Work starts on a new development in May 2011 to create further state-of-the-art teaching and learning facilities.
Transport
A convenient city-centre location within easy reach of shops and nightlife. Birmingham itself is well served by road, rail and air.
Contact
Tel: 0121 604 1000
Email: marketing@ucb.ac.uk
Web: ucb.ac.uk
Accommodation: accommodation@ucb.ac.uk