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4.04.35.02502 Student reviews
Sort:Latest reviewsThe best aspect of my university experience was when I’ve got good grades when working hard on my assignments, nice teachers, the worst thing is when you I’ve failed assignments or the student spaces always get overrun but college students even the guild space which is university students only, they bang on the door or they get in a there mates get in which is not good
25-34 years
First gen student
Very busy to get there in peak times, there is problem with parking, we don’t have plug’s pocket in the classrooms or even the rubbish bins. The seats are very uncomfortable!! Cafeteria is expensive.
18-24 years
Best experience I have had is when the uni have different events on like welcoming the new students or letting students put together things. On pancake day there were students giving out bags that had all the ingredients to make pancakes as well as a recipe which I thought was really nice to do , but overall apart from those events I think the uni isn’t very interesting not much to do or look at.
18-24 years
It’s easy to get around and the lectures Are well presented by wonderful lecturer’s
It’s good, always people around and help when needed, is clean and tidy. Food places could be improved.
18-24 years
First gen student
There are no worst aspects. There are the best lecturers ever!
Improvement- need more student support from lectures by covering relevant topics and offering help around exams.
18-24 years
I love that there's so much support for assignments and help in general. However my uni experience could have been enhanced or still can for future students if the student build focus on creating a wide range of societies based on different cultures and ethnicities and other groups and backgrounds. They should create fun movie games or party nights to invite students to engage in student life at university.
I love everything about UCB and am grateful to be a part of such a lovely and welcoming institution
University college Birmingham Queer Society offers lots of support and events for the LGBTQ community and makes the university feel safe and inclusive for everyone.
Staff are not the most supportive
18-24 years
It’s located right in the centre and travel is easy to get to. The Maltings where I stayed first year was in a great distance to the uni. The facilities ok the other hand a great. When I was doing my contemporary bread module we were learning about Chorleywood bread processing method, and to make it better the university has the exact machine so we could hand in and visually see how it works. The not so good aspect was joining during covid, it was hard to partake in activities and meet new people
18-24 years
Personally I believe UCB has to be one of the most authentic, real, comfortable places for anyone to come. I came to UCB when it was peak lockdown and I was terrified. However, UCB goes ABOVE & BEYOND to make sure support for students is never missed out! There's always an opportunity for support available, always interactive things going on campus such as drop ins, activities, games, opportunities to get to know people, it has to be one of the most welcoming environments ever, considering I went to other Universities for open days etc and nothing compared. Moreover, UCB ensures that all students have employability opportunities from setting up your own business to finding jobs. I was able to have the opportunity to become a student ambassador which became my first job. With UCB help they helped develop my skills by giving me different job roles, interacting with different people, communities, cultures which really really grew my confidence! As i moved on into my second year the support was still immeasurable, I was able to speak about my passions and they helped me get a job within University as Further Education Progress Coach, allowing me to work with FE students and gain my mentoring skills and help pass that down to others and inspire them. UCB puts students opinions, thoughts, feelings at the centre and ensure they use that to make everyone feel welcome and provide whatever students want and need in the best possible way. UCB also has the GUILD which is such an interactive open community always hosting events, even something as nice as movie nights, food parties and so on. There's always an opportunity, always something going on so everyone has the chance to participate! I also had the passion for my own personal hobbies such as Mendhi (Henna designs). UCB helped encourage me in this by creating an event where I got to showcase that and do that in University and help build that up. There is a never ending amount of support, encouragement and a welcoming vibe here at University. It has to be one of the best facilitating places to as UCB has a few campuses which is amazing as it helps students use the different facilities rather than being stuck in one place for example, using the library in one building, computer rooms in another, study spaces and so on! I honestly can’t think of anything that needs improving other than just keeping the cafes open for longer as they close at 3:00pm & for University students/staff/even college students who are here till 5 or 6 it would be ideal to get a drink or snack but with it closing early it doesn’t help as no cafes within any of the buildings are open. Other then that, UCB is an amazing college/university which is also at the centre of Birmingham and has easy access to all the food hubs nearby, the Birmingham library, student life and just open to opportunities within Birmingham!
Such an amazing place to study! Very well equipped kitchens, laboratory, library and gym (£140 million investment into facilities). An amazing lecturers who will help with every query. With CASE (Centre for Academic Skills and English) you don’t have to worry when English is not your first language. Also, with Kick-Start you won’t struggle financially when you only have a part time job. Location? There’s nothing better than having a University in the centre. My favourite place is the quiet learning space for individual work, where I can focus. UCB campuses don’t look like a typical University. It feels welcoming and warm. You really want to spend time there. I love student life and student union, when I could meet some interesting people and take a part in games and have so much fun because university is not only about assignments and work. It is also about making memories and meeting new people. I’m UCB you can do it all!
35-44 years
First gen student
UCB is such a great place, so thankful to be student here with so many friendly and dedicated people and students. UCB has all the facilities and it makes me always feeling like home with courses and programs ready to support students in all the projects and assignments. Thank you so much to make me feel blessed and embraced me in your world of knowledge!!!Try it and I am sure you will not regret!
Good university but is a lot different from experiences from a larger university. I believe it will become better slowly.
18-24 years
UCB has a wonderful location and the facilities are phenomenal. I really appreciate the attention to detail in laying out the student kitchens because they feel just like a professional kitchen would and we have access to industry-standard ingredients, machines and storage facilities (temperature and humidity controlled etc). I enjoy the city campus feel and the buildings are within a good distance of one another. Each building has its own personality and appearance which is great if you're wanting to eat or study in a different environment on campus. The lecturers and student support have been the best part of my university experience due to their wealth of knowledge and willingness to help out in every aspect of my academic experience. My lecturers have all been industry professionals and have many connections with other restaurants in the bakery and patisserie field so it's been really valuable to have conversations with them about possible routes to consider once I leave university and work experience placements to make the most of while I'm still affiliated with the university. Additionally, the centre for academic support has been my lifeline and I see my academic tutor on a weekly basis to get guidance on my assignments, have them read through my work and teach me how to approach each brief.
18-24 years
The lecturers are very knowledgeable, many working in industry still. The courses are well structured with great help networks and assignment website. In my third year I will be taking digital marketing as I would like to work in the beauty industry in a more business format. A lot of the courses understandably veer towards having a job as a makeup artist, and while I have had support else where in the university as to how to continue my career, I would have appreciated more transferable skills aside from just makeup.
The first time I entered the university I felt very good about my decision. I was always supported on my studies and on my practical lessons on the restaurant of the university. I really love it and recommend it to everyone thinking about studying in Birmingham. I’m really grateful
4.4
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