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Student Views (Based on Reviews)
  • 0% students never faced discrimination in this university
Vibe of Campus
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Friendly
Internships2.5
Part time work2.5
Post study jobs3
Quality of faculty2
Student Life3
Value for money2.5
Public transportation3.5
Safety3
Indian Food4.5
Permanent Immigration2.5
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MA in Culinary Arts Management - Batch of 2024
3.6
University College Birmingham is fun place with lots of extracurriculars and events.
Tips: The college has a diverse culture, which can be a bit difficult to adopt but is not impossible. It takes time to learn their culture, language, and food habits, but eventually, you will get it. I was happy to receive a 1000-pound scholarship from the university, and I am glad to be studying at UCB because it is the only college in the UK that offers my course of study.
Likes (Student Life): Student life at University College Birmingham is a lot of fun. The campus is next to everything you need, from nightlife to daytime activities. There are cultural events happening every month, which is a great way to promote unity and diversity among the students.
Dislikes (Part time work): On campus, it is very difficult to get a part-time job because the university prioritizes UK-based students who have UK experience. However, it is easy to manage a part-time job during university hours because most places only offer 20 hours of work per week and the work is very flexible. The average pay is 11.20 per hour.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 1075
Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound 32775
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2024Read more
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MA in Culinary Arts Management - Batch of 2023
2.2
Not satisfied with the course and faculty.
Tips: Cultural shift was actually a productive thing for me. You will get to see different lifestyles, different views of living different cultural views. No scholarships were given and I am not satisfied with the course and university. Country is okay, you will get the abroad vibes
Likes (Indian Food): You get a variety of food options. Pricing is okay, depends on what food you want or what restaurant. Lots of Indian restaurants. Lots of Indian grocery shops around. So no struggle to get home food. I prefer to cook. For me, home food is always the best food.
Dislikes (Value for money): The college is not value for money because you expect that you will get to learn about some specific things and you get to see something else. Very few or no practical lessons. Guidance from the professor is very poor. They really don't try to help. They will give you time and you need to get your problem sorted within that minimum time, it does not matter if it's solved or not.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 675
Prepping time for classes35 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound 14025
Reviewed on 7 Sep 2023Read more
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Amrita Mathew
MA in Culinary Arts Management - Batch of 2024
3.2
Safety is a concern here.
Tips: Be well prepared for the level of assignments and the stress related to them. Every student gets a scholarship for the course. The best option is to go for the placement/internship offered. The city is more silent than other major cities and has barely or no nightlife and hence reduces the opportunities for nighttime jobs. Job opportunities depend on the seasons heavily.
Likes (Public transportation): Campus is in the heart of the city, with excellent connectivity to different parts of the city too. There are bus services, metro services, trains, and cab/taxi services that students can avail of at discounted rates and passes would also be available for frequent travellers.
Dislikes (Safety): Crime rates are extremely high, no safety while walking alone on roads. University encourages students to use safety apps to always share location and details with trusted people so that students can remain safe. Daily news about crimes and incidents around the city creates a bad atmosphere too.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 0
Prepping time for classes40 hours/Week
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Does all UCB courses include placement option?

Answered 3 hours ago

More than 65% of the University College Birmingham courses include placement. Some courses may have a longer or shorter duration of the placements. A few other may require 40 hours of work. These placements can range be of three, six or twelve months. 

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Himanshi Shekhar

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Does the Vice Chancellor Award of UCB University UK cover the full tution fees?

Answered 3 hours ago

Yes. UCB University UK Vice Chancellor's Award covers the full tuition fee for the first year of study. To receive this award, the students must have accepted an offer of study at the UG or PG level. 

A scholarship application for this must be submitted by Oct 31, 2026 for Feb intake. Also, the stud

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Nishtha Shukla

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Why should I choose University College Birmingham?

Answered 3 months ago

Listed below are some key reasons that make UCB a great option for Indian students:

  • UCB gives priority to practical learning, as students build projects and collaborate with industry partners
  • Tuition costs are less than INR 25 Lakhs per year for most courses
  • Easy to find part-time jobs
  • 2-year Graduate R

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Akash Gaur

Contributor-Level 10

Is University College Birmingham a good school for Indian students?

Answered 3 months ago

Yes, UC Birmingham is generally considered a good school for Indian students. According to UCB student reviews on Shiksha Study Abroad, student life at the college is full of fun.  Given below are the reasons for UCB being a good school for Indian students -

  • Living here is also far more affordable co

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Akash Gaur

Contributor-Level 10

What is the best course to pursue at the University College Birmingham?

Answered 3 months ago

UCB is known for its vocational training programs particularly in fields like Hospitality, Tourism, Culinary Arts, and Business Management. Listed below are some of the best courses available to Indian students at University College Birmingham:

  • MSc in International Hospitality and Management
  • MA in Cul

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Akash Gaur

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University College Birmingham
Summer Row
Birmingham
B3 1JB
United Kingdom
Birmingham ( West Midlands)

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