Learning Hub

Welcome to University College Birmingham’s Learning Hub

This hub is designed to help you learn more about being a higher education student at University College Birmingham, develop your academic skills and signpost you to a range of academic support.

Whether you are an undergraduate or a postgraduate student, you can discover diverse learning methods, from interactive lectures and seminars to practical lessons and industry placements. You can explore different types of assignments, too, including essays, reports, presentations and reflective writing, each tailored to challenge you and develop your academic skills.

You can also learn the essentials of breaking down assignment tasks, editing and proofreading to ensure you have top-quality submissions, as well as access expert resources and guidelines for formatting assignments to meet our standards and with effective time management.

Study skills

Discover our independent learning approach, offering seminars, lectures, and practical lessons, with guidance to help students achieve academic success.

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Assignments

During your studies you will be assessed in a variety of ways. Most assessments will take the form of coursework, like essays and reports, rather than exams, so it is important to plan and manage your time accordingly.

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Academic skills

Master academic skills during your studies: be critical, take effective notes, write clearly, reference correctly, manage research projects, and use feedback for improvement.

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Academic support

Get academic support with one-to-one appointments, workshops, and online resources for writing, research, and exam prep. Maximise your academic potential!

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English language support

We offer support to improve academic English, whether you're a non-native speaker or a native speaker refining your skills.

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Here to support you

The Academic Skills Centre (ASC) helps thousands of students each academic year. Over 99% of students who have used the service said they received the help they needed from their appointment with the Academic Development Tutors and Academic Librarians.

Here’s what some of them had to say:

“Amazing meeting! My tutor was so lovely and supportive.”

“My tutor was very kind and motivating. They explained everything very simply and ensured I was not overwhelmed by the work to be done. Thank you!”

“My session was good. I will look for more sessions in the future.”

“My tutor was amazing.”

“Great session, very helpful and informative. I recommend it to everyone!”

Support for students

For information about every stage of researching and writing your assignments, visit the Assignment Life Cycle on Canvas (login required).

Book an Academic Skills Centre appointment.

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Disability and neurodiversity support

We are committed to providing an inclusive learning environment, and our DNS team is here to advise you and provide assistance throughout your studies.

Financial support

While studying, it is important to manage your finances and access any help to which you are entitled. Our staff are here to give you the support and advice you need.

Academic support

Get academic support with one-to-one appointments, workshops, and online resources for writing, research, and exam prep. Maximise your academic potential!

English language support

We offer support to improve academic English, whether you're a non-native speaker or a native speaker refining your skills.

Helping you get hired

Hired is our dedicated careers, employability and placements service for students and alumni at University College Birmingham.

Health and wellbeing

We know good health and wellbeing are essential for you to enjoy your university experience and study effectively. Our dedicated team are here to help you.