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BCU students to get mentoring from company constructing Birmingham’s tallest building
Five quantity surveying students at Birmingham City University (BCU) will take their careers to new heights thanks to the award-winning company building Birmingham’s tallest skyscraper. -
RBC’s inspirational music project helps St Benedict’s primary school hit the high notes
More than 300 pupils at a Small Heath primary school can now read and write music thanks to a joint project with Royal Birmingham Conservatoire. -
Honorary doctorate for Birmingham’s Jamaican pattie king
Given 24 hours to live after contracting Covid in April 2020, Wade Lyn CBE bounced back to health by demonstrating the fighting qualities that have made him such a formidable figure in the West Midlands business community. -
Campaigner for visual impairment services awarded honorary doctorate
An advocate and campaigner for vision rehabilitation says comedian Chris McCausland “has been a beacon for what blind people can do” following his success in the hit BBC show Strictly Come Dancing. -
‘Godfather of Black British Photography’ receives honorary doctorate
An award-winning photographer who created one of the most significant archives of Black British life and culture has been awarded an honorary doctorate by Birmingham City University (BCU). -
Engineering careers should be for everyone, says Worcester Bosch CEO
The CEO of Worcester Bosch says he will continue pushing for more women to take up careers in engineering after receiving an honorary doctorate from Birmingham City University (BCU). -
Pro Vice-Chancellor honoured with Lifetime Achievement Award
Pro Vice-Chancellor Executive Dean of the Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Built Environment (CEBE), Professor Hanifa Shah, has been awarded a Lifetime Achievement Award for her outstanding contribution to Higher Education, innovation, and inclusion. Faculty of Computing,... -
More than an algorithm: AI art exhibition to challenge stereotypes
An art exhibition, launching at Birmingham City University, hopes to change attitudes about how AI can be used as an artistic tool. -
Keeping the letterpress alive – BCU student showcases his skills on Bill Bailey’s Master Crafters
An appearance on Bill Bailey’s new Masters Crafters show has convinced a Birmingham City University student to dedicate himself to revitalising an ancient form of communication. -
Bangladesh farmers to benefit from BCU research promoting ‘greener and more resilient future’
A £2.6m project that will transform the lives of farmers in rural Bangladesh by advancing clean energy and sustainable agriculture is being led by a team of researchers from Birmingham City University. -
Benjamin Zephaniah writing competition proves a smash hit
The Benjamin Zephaniah Future Writers Awards, launched by Birmingham City University, attracted more than 2,500 entries from across the country. -
Fashion Police on patrol as BCU brings old uniforms to life with ground-breaking collaboration
A Victorian jail in the heart of Birmingham played host to a fashion show with a twist as Birmingham City University and West Midlands Police celebrated the launch of a unique research project. -
Gender equality in Birmingham – what’s changed since the 1980s?
Women from the West Midlands who were involved in addressing inequalities in Birmingham in the 1980s have shared their experiences in a new podcast. -
Army of ethical hackers helps BCU land global cyber security accolade
Training ethical hackers to combat the growing threat of cyber attacks around the globe has earned Birmingham City University a top accolade. -
West Midlands to become leader in creative innovation thanks to £6.75 million funding injection from government
Birmingham City University has joined forces with the Royal Shakespeare Company and three other West Midlands universities to lead a £6.75 million project to support the growth of sectors such as gaming and creative content across the region.