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Sort:Latest reviewsThe uni has all the facilities needed for my course. Student support is mostly good, but your experience can vary from lecturer to lecturer, but the majority of lecturers are great.
In ucb all the teachers are great.They teaches us very nicely.I like the environment of the university.
I like the college environment, teaching style of the lecture.
First off all, all teachers are well behaved and the environment is peaceful for study. All facilities are provided.
Not good
The teachers,staffs and all members are friendly to their students.
The staff have been super amazing when supporting student, especially as international student at university, being far away from home is not easy but the staff at University College Birmingham have been super welcoming and supportive to me. The staff also have been super helpful in term of meeting my learning needs at university.
Overall a good institution
18-24 years
overall it’s a great atmosphere however i wish there was a female football club in place as there is only a males.
I like how its small in terms of like the buildings are close by getting from and to the other buildings. I like how there is seating everywhere and that we have a library which is very useful. I think the case team is a very good facility that we as students can use. Rooms for improvement: when lecture times are beginning for another class if the class that is already inside can finish 2/3 minutes before so we can get in and set up to reduce the effect of lesser learning time. Also maybe more prayer facilities for msulim women.
18-24 years
First gen student
As the university is in the heart of Birmingham it makes it more attractive for students.Situated in Birmingham, students have access to the rich cultural, historical, and industrial heritage of the city. And secondly UCB is known for its specialized courses in fields such as hospitality, culinary arts, tourism, sports management, and more. This focus allows them to provide high-quality education in these niches. Afterward about the facilities UCB has state-of-the-art facilities, especially in the culinary arts and hospitality fields, which provide students with hands-on experience. For improvement process although UCB is largely focused on vocational courses, expanding its research capabilities and partnerships with industries can enhance its reputation and offer students more opportunities. Establishing a robust student and staff feedback system can help the institution continuously evolve based on direct input from its stakeholders. Every institution has room for growth, and the key lies in regularly evaluating its strengths and areas of improvement to remain relevant and competitive.
I like so much and all the staff are friendly as well as treat us like our friends.
The university provides a lot of facilities for the students such as a gym, a restaurant, a cafe which are really great places to go with your colleagues during lunch or even after lectures. The lecturers are supportive and very friendly which makes the uni experience enjoyable.
Best - the best thing about UCB is the supportive teachers Worst- nothing
18-24 years
First gen student
It is a beautiful place to study. I have enjoyed my time at UCB and being a part of the community. Everyone is amiable, and the lectures are supportive, acknowledge your weaknesses and strengths, and support you when you need it the most. There are no improvements to be made. The university is like a shining star!
18-24 years
First gen student
The teachers are really supportive and friendly. If you need help finding a job the hired team can support you with that and is really useful as they help you with CV's as well and work placement for your course. You get a lot of support for assignments at the library and in course workshop. There are lots of clubs and societies that you can join and create as well for others to join like tourism society etc. I have the best experience as possible at University College Birmingham due to the support given, friendly students, staff and teachers.
The tutors are really great and friendly, they're great at supporting you whether that be with assignments or something else. It's not such a great place for Disabled Students, wheelchair users or students with mobility issues won't be able to access campuses such as Summer Row or The Link from McIntyre or Moss House as they are up an extremely steep hill, this means we are unable to access library services or student support services which are sometimes crucial to assignment wellbeing. Lots of the classrooms are also badly laid out and as a wheelchair user I struggle to get around them and fit under the tables.
Best Experience: Help from teachers with explaining the work. Also breaking down the assignment.
I feel very supported by my tutors/lecturers, they’ve informed us very well on any resources available to help us if we’re struggling. Unfortunately the uni is quite a distance from me.
4.4
The uni is amazing, always supporting the students
Few hours lectures, recorded to be able to assist later, it’s very helpful when I’m realising my assignments The lecturers are always available to help
I think for the first year of uni is the best option, when we are still trying to get to know the city, people, it’s secure and well located