University College Birmingham
UCB (formally known as the Birmingham School of Food, Tourism and Creative Studies) offers a range of undergraduate courses, mainly centred around the hospitality industries. There are around 6,500 students on a range of short courses and engaged in full and part-time degree studies. The specialist nature of the college means that students have access to tailored facilities. There are also close links to employers. Birmingham is a fun place to study with all the attractions of a big city on your doorstep.
Fees
£3,145 for full-time undergraduate students in 2008-09.
Bursaries
Students from households with an income of less than £25,000 a year will receive a bursary of £1,050; students from households with an income of between £25,001 and £42,500 will receive a bursary of £630. Students from households with an income of between £42,501 and £60,000 will receive a bursary of £315 per annum.
Accommodation
More than 1,000 students can be accommodated in halls. Rent is between £67 and £137 a week.
Facilities
There are restaurants and a spa that are used both as learning resources and as commercial centres: the public is actively encouraged to make use of them and, of course, so can students.
Transport
A convenient location within easy reach of the city centre. Birmingham itself is well served by road, rail and air.
Contact
Tel: 0121 604 1000
Web: www.ucb.ac.uk
Email: marketing@ucb.ac.uk
Accommodation: accommodation@ucb.ac.uk