University College Birmingham is a leading specialist in management courses for culinary arts, hospitality, and tourism management in Birmingham, with over 65,000 students. The university offers vocational degree courses, experienced tutors, and strong business links to equip students with the skills needed for rapidly expanding industries. UCB is a friendly place to study, with facilities spread over three sites within walking distance. Students are always welcome and supported throughout their studies, making it a unique learning and life experience.
University College Birmingham
Why study at University College Birmingham?
There really is something for everyone here at University College Birmingham. World-class facilities following a £160 million investment into new campuses, equipment and resources. Many courses accredited by the University of Warwick - ranked 8th in the UK in The Guardian 2023 league table.
A location in the heart of the country and the heart of Birmingham - surrounded by booming businesses, gorgeous green spaces and vibrant nightlife. Plus a magnificent mix of cultures right on your doorstep and fantastic connections to the rest of the UK and the world.
Find your ideal undergraduate, postgraduate, apprenticeship or college course today and begin your future at the highest-ranking university in the region according to student choice (Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2023).
Scholarship
International Scholarship Award
Early Payment Discount
High Achievers Scholarship
Sustainable Development Award
Life at University College Birmingham
Entry requirements for interantional students
Undergraduate
- Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC)/Intermediate Certificate 3.5 GPA out of 5
Postgraduate
MA/MSc
- 4 year Bachelor's degree from a good recognised university with a minimum of 60% or GPA 3.0/4.0
or
- 3 year Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 60% or GPA 3.0/4.0 plus one year Master's from a good recognised university
PGDip
- 4 year Bachelor's degree from a good recognised university with a minimum GPA of 2.75/4 or 3 year Bachelor's degree with a minimum of GPA 2.75/4.0 plus one year Master's from a good recognised university.
Undergraduate
BA/BSc
- An overall average of at least 65% in 12th Standard from both State and Central Examination Boards.
- Advanced entry to certain undergraduate degree programmes may be possible for students who hold a UK HND or India Diploma in a relevant subject.
Postgraduate
MA/MSc
- A 3 Year Degree with an average of at least 60%
- A 4 Year Degree with an overall average of at least 55%
PGDip
Applicants holding a 3 Year Degree with an average between 55-60% or a 4 Year degree with an average between 50% and 55%, will be offered entry onto the Postgraduate Diploma in the first instance. Those achieving Masters level passes on the Postgraduate Diploma can proceed to the Masters gaining the award in the same amount of time as if they had initially registered on the Masters Programme initially.
Applicants applying for the MSc Finance & Accounting, please note the following entry requirements
* applicant should have studied in a closely-related discipline that will enable you to meet the academic rigour of the course and understand the finance and accounting modules.
International Foundation Diploma
Nigerian SSCE (WAEC/NECO) with 5 credit passes (grade C or above equivalent)
UKVI Secure English Language Test (SELT) equivalent to at least IELTS 5.0 (with a minimum of 4.5 in each element)
Undergraduate
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- Applicants holding an OND, with at least an overall profile of 50%, will be considered for a place on an undergraduate degree.
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MA/MSc
Applicants who have successfully completed a Bachelor’s degree at a Nigerian university with a minimum of a Lower Second Class Award or a grade point average of 2.6/4 or 2.8/5 may be accepted for a place on a Masters's degree.
Applicants who have successfully completed a Bachelor’s degree at a Nigerian university with a Third Class Award.
Bachelors BA/BSc
Bachelor Degrees - BA/BSc
WAEC- WASSCE Grade A to C's in a minimum of five subjects including Maths & English (including any required subjects for a particular course – use the website to guide)
Applicants holding a Diploma, with at least an overall profile of 50%, will be considered for a place on an undergraduate degree.
Applicants for advanced standing on degree courses can be considered from applicants who have successfully completed an HND.
Applicants holding the International Baccalaureate Diploma, with a minimum of 24 points, will be considered for entry on to an Undergraduate Degree programme.
Masters MA/Msc
Holders of the Bacharel or Licenciado will be considered for postgraduate Masters degree courses.
Applicants applying for the MSc Finance & Accounting, please note the following entry requirements
* applicant should have studied in a closely-related discipline that will enable you to meet the academic rigour of the course and understand the finance and accounting modules.
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