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New BCU research project to analyse impact of Birmingham’s Clean Air Zone
More than 300 sensors spread across Birmingham will help researchers at Birmingham City University analyse the impact of the city’s Clean Air Zone as part of a new ‘digital twin’ initiative. -
BCU signs MOU with South Korean tech giants to boost research
Birmingham City University (BCU) has signed a landmark agreement with Dtonic, the South Korean tech firm responsible for developing the country’s highly lauded track-and-trace software during the pandemic. -
‘I have to work triple as hard being a deaf staff member’ – report calls for systematic changes in film and television
The film and television industry needs to “move from well-meaning words to tangible change”, according to a Sir Lenny Henry Centre for Media Diversity (LHC) report which has researched the systematic challenges that deaf and hard of hearing professionals face. Faculty of Arts,... -
Women are having children later and it means they’re more likely to have twins - BCU expert explains why
Women are not only choosing to have children later, but they're also more likely to have twins, according to new fertility data released by the Office for National Statistics. -
New facility marks BCU’s commitment to net zero homes and the construction workers of the future
A new state-of-the-art facility created by Birmingham City University will give students unprecedented access to the latest technological advancements in housing to widen their skillset and make them more attractive to future employers. -
'I want to be as big as Gucci' – Saturday club encourages Birmingham youngsters to follow fashion dreams
Two Birmingham teenagers say Birmingham City University’s (BCU) National Saturday Club has encouraged them to turn their passion into their future. -
Law professor recognised for lifetime achievement in death penalty work
A leading human rights advocate and law professor at Birmingham City University (BCU) has been recognised for his work on the death penalty in the United States and around the world. FACULTY OF BUSINESS, LAW AND SOCIAL SCIENCES Birmingham City University Professor Jon... -
BCU vows to unleash Birmingham’s potential with new strategy
“Birmingham deserves better” was the key message from Birmingham City University (BCU) as it launched its ambitious new strategy at its iconic STEAMhouse on Wednesday. -
Birmingham’s youth benefitting from BCU wellbeing partnership
More than 350 school and college pupils have received support thanks to a BCU collaboration to address the alarming number of young people presenting with early intervention support needs for mental health issues. -
'Life-changing' fully funded arts and humanities PhDs open for applications at BCU
More than 100 fully funded PhD studentships offering opportunities to work with the likes of the Royal Shakespeare Company and British Film Institution are up for grabs at Birmingham City University from 2025. -
BCU becomes proud signatory of historic Anti Racist Pledge
Birmingham City University (BCU) will play a central role in helping make Birmingham a ‘leading Global Anti Racist City by 2025’, the institution’s Vice-Chancellor David Mba said at a summit in the city. BIRMINGHAM CITY UNIVERSITY The commitment came as part of a historic... -
Trinbagonian BCU researcher uncovers letters that challenge media perceptions of Caribbean migrant experiences
A remarkable collection of personal letters sent home by Caribbean migrants from 1964-75 uncovered by a Birmingham City University (BCU) researcher represent a “ watershed moment in Black British historiography ” as they challenge dominant media narratives. -
BCU artists to showcase work alongside icons at Birmingham Museum reopening
Students at Birmingham City University (BCU) will have their work on display alongside pieces by some of Britain’s most iconic artists as the Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery partially reopens. School of Art Birmingham City University The ‘Deviance and Difference’... -
Setting a ‘global land use goal’ could protect the planet from an irreversible environmental crisis, agree experts at BCU conference
A “unified global goal for land use” can help reverse the devastating impacts of climate change – as long as agreement is found quickly, according to landscape experts attending a recent conference hosted by Birmingham City University. -
Adepitan ready to make mark as Chancellor as Sir Lenny steps down
Ade Adepitan MBE hopes his appointment as Chancellor of Birmingham City University (BCU) will allow him to “change a lot of lives” and become “a torchbearer for disability rights”.