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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
The Second Polytechnic 1971-1974
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 Birmingham
Polytechnic
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Birmingham College Of Art
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Birmingham Institute of Art and Design
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Birmingham School of Jewellery
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School of Architecture
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Birmingham Conservatoire
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Birmingham College of Commerce
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South Birmingham Technical College
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North Birmingham Technical College
The Second Polytechnic (1975-1987)
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Anstey College of Physical Education
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Bordesley College of Education
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City of Birmingham College of Education
The Second Birmingham Polytechnic: Stage 3
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 :
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will be recognised regionally, nationally and internationally as a university
which fosters intellectual, critical and creative endeavour and, through
continuous innovation:
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Provides an educational experience of the highest quality with a strong
commitment to employability and to flexible and practice-based learning;
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Is an exemplar for engagement with business, the professions and the community;
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Promotes centres of excellence in research and investigative practice;
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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 :
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City North -
the main campus at Perry Barr; faculties here include the Business School, LHDS,
Health and Education.
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City Centre
Campus at Millennium Point for Birmingham School of Acting and TIC.
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Gosta Green
for Birmingham Institute of Art and Design (BIAD)
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Vittoria Street
for Birmingham Institute of Art and Design (BIAD)
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Margaret Street
for Birmingham Institute of Art and Design (BIAD)
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Birmingham
Conservatoire
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Edgbaston campus
at Westbourne Road; for the Health faculty
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Bournville Campus
(BIAD)
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