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Degrees that mean business
University College Birmingham, standing proud in the heart of the UK's second city, is a centre of excellence for higher education and degrees within our Business School.
Your studies will be led by industry trends and insight, plus you will have access to our vast network of contacts, including business leaders, entrepreneurs and influential organisations, while our placements will give you vital real-world experience.
When it comes to student feedback, our university stands out. We were regional winners for student support at the Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2024, as voted for by students.
It's not too late to apply
Did you miss the UCAS deadline? Don't worry. You can still apply and join us this September.
If you apply direct, you won't have to pay an application fee and won't need to submit a personal statement.
Learn more about our courses
The beauty of studying a business degree at University College Birmingham is that we are highly vocational, meaning there are many practical elements on your course, with plenty of opportunities for real, industry experience. Discover more about our business courses and what your studies will look like below and apply on the course page to see if we can make you an offer.
Business Management BA (Hons) / FdA
Want to forge a flourishing career in the competitive world of business? This CMI-accredited degree course will give you a sound grounding in everything from business management and analytics to marketing, finance and supply chain, with the option of a 48-week paid placement.
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Business Enterprise BA (Hons) / FdA
Dream of being your own boss? If you aspire to set up your own company or advance in management positions throughout the enterprising service sector, this course will provide you with the core knowledge and skills to thrive in business.
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£5k Cost of Living Allowance
At University College Birmingham, we believe the cost of living shouldn’t hold you back from achieving your goals. That’s why we’re providing UK full-time undergraduate students starting in September 2025 with £5,000 each to support expenses like food, bills, and transport—completely free, with no need to pay it back.
"My highlights are the field trips, including one to award-winning creative agency DRPG. I also like that we can specialise with optional modules such as exploring e-commerce to freelancing and financial strategy. I’ve had lots of support from my lecturers."
“Going back to uni aged 33 and building a business, I want to share those stories with young people. I'm working on building a hub to offer a framework for young people to learn the skills of money management, entrepreneurship and positive relationships.”
Reasons to study with us
- £200 million investment into campuses, equipment and resources
- City centre location - surrounded by booming businesses, gorgeous green spaces and vibrant nightlife. Plus, there's a magnificent mix of cultures right on your doorstep and fantastic connections to the rest of the UK and the world
- Network of 1,000 employer contacts to provide valuable placements and excellent careers guidance through HIRED
- Award-winning support (Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2024)
Don't just take our word for it; join our next open day and see for yourself.
Community and support
Our community is diverse and inclusive, helping you forge lifelong friendships, find your people through clubs and societies and build a home away from home.
We also have award-winning support, with expert teams on hand for you to to access everything from academic writing support to help with your health and wellbeing. Our top priority is ensuring you have no barriers to study.
Get to know us
Join an upcoming open day and learn what it's like to study with us. Our friendly student ambassadors will show you around the facilities and tell you all about student life at University College Birmingham.