Working in industry

Our Business students work with local, national and international businesses to enhance their learning through placements, workshops, live briefs and guest lectures from industry professionals.

Taught by Professionals

Learning in a hands on environment and from professionals that have a wealth of knowledge allows you to be as prepared as possible once you leave university.

Case Studies

Lounge Underwear

Online retailer Lounge Underwear is committed to supporting the local community and working with local universities to support student talent. BCU students have been on site visits to Lounge Underwear’s headquarters.

 

Lounge Underwear

NEC Birmingham

The National Exhibition Centre (NEC) is the UK's largest exhibition space. It hosts Events Week Live, a week-long event that Event, Venue and Experience Management students get to participate in. Students gain valuable work experience, industry connections and more. 

NEC

Eden Hotel Collection

Eden Hotel Collection is an award-winning hotel chain in the UK. The chain partners with Birmingham City Business School and allows students to work on live projects. 

Eden Hotel Collection

Trips and Visits

MOTHER LONDON ADVERTISING AGENCY

Mother is a creative agency founded in London in 1996. They are independent and passionate about creating great work. They welcome anyone who shares the same passion and our students got an inside glimpse of this.

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JCB

JCB, a British manufacturer established in 1945, stands out for its iconic yellow construction equipment and vast product range, encompassing machinery for building, farming, and more.

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Black Country Living Museum

The Black Country Museum is an award-winning open-air museum located in Dudley, England. Spanning 26 acres, it meticulously recreates the shops, houses, and industrial areas of one of Britain's first industrial landscapes.

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The Link Agency

The Link Marketing Agency is a student-ran agency committed to helping businesses thrive in the ever-changing digital landscape. We specialise in crafting tailored marketing solutions that resonate with your audience.

Enterprise

Have you ever thought about starting your own business? Study at BCU and you'll have the opportunity to access various enterprise schemes that can help you turn your idea into a reality. From developing a business plan to securing funding, our experienced faculty and extracurricular programmes will guide you through the process.

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Placements

You may be required to undertake a placement as part of your course, or offered the opportunity to do so voluntarily during your time at BCU. 

Placements at BCU

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We're here to help you with any questions or problems you may have, both before and during your time as a student here. Fees, funding, budgeting, money management - we can help you get to grips with it all.

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International

You’ll find a diverse and welcoming environment at Birmingham City University. We’re a modern and dynamic international university, with staff, students and alumni from more than 100 countries. With 30,000 students in the second largest city in the UK.

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