funding for 16-18 year old new apprentices
Business
Working together for excellence
We work with a diverse range of businesses and organisations, providing access to student talent, delivering excellent industry links and accreditations and access to our state-of-the-art, industry level facilities.
Our students are powerhouses of knowledge, talent and skills. Working in partnership with businesses, we deliver placement and graduate opportunities that support in business enhancement and growth. We also support businesses with a range of apprenticeship programmes, supporting in upskilling and reskilling their workforce to meet the changing needs of industry.
Businesses regularly engage with the University on a variety of projects and development of our programmes, designed to shape the future of education and training in our region. To find out more about industry partnerships and working with University College Birmingham contact the team.
Our Strategic Employer Advisory Board meets and engages throughout the year to bring industry expertise and focus on enhancing our University experience and links to ensure our students are industry-ready. Find out more.
Get in touch
Speak to a member of the HIRED team:
- Visit us on the ground floor at Moss House
- hired@ucb.ac.uk
- 0121 604 1000 ext. 2522 / 2521
"We look forward to exploring even more opportunities with the region’s SMEs, major companies and corporations, organisations and industry bodies in a bid to increase students’ employability, help to bridge the skills gap and further strengthen the future economy.”
Over 2000
placements
Around 1000
employer links
Over 700
apprentices
Upskilling your workforce
Looking to upskill your workforce for industry demands? Our tailored courses offer accredited programmes and flexible delivery options to fit your business needs.
Apprenticeships
We help businesses to navigate the world of apprenticeships, from funding to finding the right qualification for your workforce.
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bursary for care leaver apprentices and £1000 for the employer
Student placements
We work with more than 1,000 employers to provide placements for our students, enabling them to gain vital real-work experience.
Crucially, by becoming one of our employers, you tap into fresh perspective from creative, young minds and benefit from the growing skill sets and professionalism we instill in our students.
All of our students complete placement readiness sessions, that include topics such as, health and safety, safeguarding, in work etiquette, as well as industry specific information. These will be completed prior to starting their placement.
College placements
Placements range from 35 hours up to 750 hours as each course has its own different requirements. The structure of each student’s placement will be discussed with you before its commencement, so you are aware of their individual needs. Find out more in our employer handbook.
University placements
Placements range from day release, block or year-long models and can be paid or unpaid. The team will support with your preferred selection process and provide ongoing assistance during the placement period.
For more detailed information, please contact hired@ucb.ac.uk
Graduate and student employment
If you have a recruitment need for a graduate scheme/job or are looking to fill part or full-time vacancies, then we can help. You can contact us or register on our employability portal. The portal allows you to post jobs directly to our students.
We are constantly looking for employers to attend our careers fairs, events and inspire students by being a guest speaker. For more information, please contact the team.
Our industry links and partnerships
Employer Board
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Industry links
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Whatuni award winners 2024
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Greater Birmingham & Solihull Institute of Technology
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Our economic impact
At University College Birmingham, we are supporting our region to grow and develop to ensure it meets its skills priorities. Independent analysis has identified that we ha…
Read moreVenue hire and conferencing
We have invested £160 million into our facilities since 2014 and businesses and organisations from all industry sectors make the most of this.
From the likes of Michel Roux Jr using our incredible training kitchens for his annual scholarship contest to sports professionals tapping into our cutting-edge new strength and conditioning suite and airlines using our replica plane cabin to train new recruits, we have facilities to benefit you.
We also have excellent conference room and meeting rooms that make a fantastic backdrop for events and functions, as recommended by the Greater Birmingham Chambers of Commerce.
Higher Level Skills Match Plus (HLSM Plus)
Are you a company in Birmingham City Centre? If you are, you may be eligible for the free following service.
We’re excited to introduce Higher Level Skills Match Plus (HLSM Plus) - a powerful, no-cost way to connect with top graduates across Birmingham. HLSM Plus unites the talent of over 38,000 skilled graduates from Birmingham City University, Aston University, University College Birmingham, and the University of Birmingham in a single, streamlined recruitment service.
Here’s how we make hiring easy and effective for you:
1. Easy Access to Skilled Graduates: Skip the hassle of working with multiple universities. HLSM Plus is your one-stop solution to tap into a broad, diverse pool of ready-to-work talent—ideal for boosting your workforce now and into the future.
2. Tailored, No-Cost Recruitment Support: Fully funded by Birmingham City Council, our team will work closely with you to understand your needs, find the right fit, and provide a personalized, end-to-end hiring experience at zero cost to your business.
3. Sustainable, Inclusive Growth: With our focus on inclusive hiring, you’ll build a team that drives innovation and supports Birmingham’s economic growth—all while giving graduates a chance to thrive.
4. Ongoing Development and Support: We don’t stop at placement. HLSM Plus also supports your hires with continuous development, maximizing their potential and impact within your business.
If you're interested in learning more, we’d love to chat about how HLSM Plus can work for you. Let’s bring fresh talent and fresh ideas to your team!
For more information, contact ijervis@ucb.ac.uk or visit the following page.
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Sustainability at University College Birmingham
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Open days
Come and visit us on one of our open days, where you can find out more about our courses, our facilities and speak to current students and staff.
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