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Birmingham City University
ABOUT BIRMINGHAM CITY UNIVERSITY :
Birmingham is a cultured and vibrant city, full of quirky and popular places to visit. A social and cultural heaven
HISTORY :
The University was established by statute in March 1992. This page shows how the University has been formed by combining smaller institutions in Birmingham to create the major educational force they have today.
The First Polytechnic 1843-1853
Polytechnic Institute
The Second Polytechnic 1971-1974
Birmingham Polytechnic
Birmingham College Of Art
Birmingham Institute of Art and Design
Birmingham School of Jewellery
School of Architecture
Birmingham Conservatoire
Birmingham College of Commerce
South Birmingham Technical College
North Birmingham Technical College
The Second Polytechnic (1975-1987)
Anstey College of Physical Education
Bordesley College of Education
City of Birmingham College of Education
The Second Birmingham Polytechnic: Stage 3
Bournville College
UNIVERSITY STATUS :
On the 6th of March 1992, Royal Assent was given to the Further and Higher Education Act which empowered all polytechnics to adopt the title of 'university' if they so chose. This permission was given on the understanding that the polytechnics would retain their distinctive missions and, in particular, maintain their commitment to widening access to higher education. The new title of the 'University of Central England in Birmingham' was approved by the Privy Council on the 16th of June 1992.
Birmingham City University is the new name which has been adopted by the former University of Central England in Birmingham in (October 2007).
MISSION :
To be a powerful force for learning, creativity and enterprise, promoting economic, social and cultural wellbeing.
VISION :
They will be recognised regionally, nationally and internationally as a university which fosters intellectual, critical and creative endeavour and, through continuous innovation:
Provides an educational experience of the highest quality with a strong commitment to employability and to flexible and practice-based learning;
Is an exemplar for engagement with business, the professions and the community;
Promotes centres of excellence in research and investigative practice;
Is a force for equality and inclusion.
ABOUT BIRMINGHAM :
Birmingham is a city undergoing a renaissance; from the new Bull Ring with it's iconic Selfridges building to Symphony Hall and the International Convention Centre.
WHY BIRMINGHAM :
As the capital of Central England, Birmingham has all the entertainments and facilities a student needs. With nightlife to rival that of any major city, world class sporting facilities, a superb arts and cultural scene, cosmopolitan cuisine and excellent shopping facilities, Birmingham has something for everyone.
Birmingham is a city that is re-inventing itself with a massive amount of regeneration in the city centre and a renaissance in the arts and cultural life of the city.
CAMPUSES :
City North - the main campus at Perry Barr; faculties here include the Business School, LHDS, Health and Education.
City Centre Campus at Millennium Point for Birmingham School of Acting and TIC.
Gosta Green for Birmingham Institute of Art and Design (BIAD)
Vittoria Street for Birmingham Institute of Art and Design (BIAD)
Margaret Street for Birmingham Institute of Art and Design (BIAD)
Birmingham Conservatoire
Edgbaston campus at Westbourne Road; for the Health faculty
Bournville Campus (BIAD)
ABOUT BIRMINGHAM CITY UNIVERSITY :
Birmingham is a cultured and vibrant city, full of quirky and popular places to visit. A social and cultural heaven
HISTORY :
The University was established by statute in March 1992. This page shows how the University has been formed by combining smaller institutions in Birmingham to create the major educational force they have today.
The First Polytechnic 1843-1853
Polytechnic Institute
The Second Polytechnic 1971-1974
Birmingham Polytechnic
Birmingham College Of Art
Birmingham Institute of Art and Design
Birmingham School of Jewellery
School of Architecture
Birmingham Conservatoire
Birmingham College of Commerce
South Birmingham Technical College
North Birmingham Technical College
The Second Polytechnic (1975-1987)
Anstey College of Physical Education
Bordesley College of Education
City of Birmingham College of Education
The Second Birmingham Polytechnic: Stage 3
Bournville College
UNIVERSITY STATUS :
On the 6th of March 1992, Royal Assent was given to the Further and Higher Education Act which empowered all polytechnics to adopt the title of 'university' if they so chose. This permission was given on the understanding that the polytechnics would retain their distinctive missions and, in particular, maintain their commitment to widening access to higher education. The new title of the 'University of Central England in Birmingham' was approved by the Privy Council on the 16th of June 1992.
Birmingham City University is the new name which has been adopted by the former University of Central England in Birmingham in (October 2007).
MISSION :
To be a powerful force for learning, creativity and enterprise, promoting economic, social and cultural wellbeing.
VISION :
They will be recognised regionally, nationally and internationally as a university which fosters intellectual, critical and creative endeavour and, through continuous innovation:
Provides an educational experience of the highest quality with a strong commitment to employability and to flexible and practice-based learning;
Is an exemplar for engagement with business, the professions and the community;
Promotes centres of excellence in research and investigative practice;
Is a force for equality and inclusion.
ABOUT BIRMINGHAM :
Birmingham is a city undergoing a renaissance; from the new Bull Ring with it's iconic Selfridges building to Symphony Hall and the International Convention Centre.
WHY BIRMINGHAM :
As the capital of Central England, Birmingham has all the entertainments and facilities a student needs. With nightlife to rival that of any major city, world class sporting facilities, a superb arts and cultural scene, cosmopolitan cuisine and excellent shopping facilities, Birmingham has something for everyone.
Birmingham is a city that is re-inventing itself with a massive amount of regeneration in the city centre and a renaissance in the arts and cultural life of the city.
CAMPUSES :
City North - the main campus at Perry Barr; faculties here include the Business School, LHDS, Health and Education.
City Centre Campus at Millennium Point for Birmingham School of Acting and TIC.
Gosta Green for Birmingham Institute of Art and Design (BIAD)
Vittoria Street for Birmingham Institute of Art and Design (BIAD)
Margaret Street for Birmingham Institute of Art and Design (BIAD)
Birmingham Conservatoire
Edgbaston campus at Westbourne Road; for the Health faculty
Bournville Campus (BIAD)