Higher Education

Higher Education

City College Birmingham is committed to widening participation in education and training. Our Higher Education courses are designed for anyone who is:

  • Wanting to progress further in their job
  • Wanting to change their career
  • Wanting to gain a higher level work-related qualification

Our Higher Education courses also provide a fast track route to a degree at university.

We encourage applications from mature students (anyone over 21 years of age) with relevant experience who may not meet the general entrance requirements. Mature students often achieve outstanding results.

Applicants are considered on the basis of their experience and their capacity to benefit from the course. You will be interviewed by a member of the course team who will consider a wide range of indicators including evidence of previous study and educational attainment, relevant work experience, references and reasons for wanting to join the course.

It is possible to study on a full-time or part-time basis.  Higher Education courses are delivered at different college campus which means that you can study locally at a centre which suits you.

Feedback from Higher Education students shows that they chose to study at City College for the following reasons:

  • Aston Academywell-qualified, specialist staff who are committed to student success
  • good links with local universities for progression to top-up degrees
  • provision of specialist careers advice and guidance to support progression to employment
  • value for money as students do not pay top-up tuition fees
  • college facilities including learning resources and computers with internet access
  • smaller class sizes and good peer support from other students
  • good one-to-one academic and tutorial support sessions
  • opportunities to complete work placements and take part in visits

We are committed to providing you with the best learning experience possible in an environment which is friendly and supportive. Whatever your age, background or qualifications, we are sure that we can help you to realise your aspirations and potential.

If you would like any further information, help or advice about any aspect of City College Birmingham or the courses we offer, don't hesitate to contact us.