My dream placement at HarperCollins
BA English Language and Linguistics student Maya shares how she landed a placement at the second-largest publishing house in the world.
- Published: 14 July 2026
- Topic: Careers and alumni
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Next stop: industry! Holly's work experience with West Midlands Trains
BA English Literature student Holly shares her experience working with West Midlands Trains as part of the Professional Skills Module.
- Published: 14 July 2026
- Topic: Careers and alumni
Finding your home away from home
Jemima discuss all things accommodation with tips on how to choose what's right for you!
- Published: 8 July 2026
- Topic: Top tips
Life outside of Medicine
Hung-Yeh, a 4th year medical student from Singapore, shares his life outside of his studies as an MBChB Medicine and Surgery student.
- Published: 8 July 2026
- Topic: University life
Preparing for university: Top tips for Medical students
Hung-Yeh, a 4th year medical student from Singapore, shares his top tips on preparing to enter university as a medical student in UK.
- Published: 8 July 2026
- Topic: Top tips
From Campus to the World: How UoB Quietly Changed My Life
Discover Mohammed's international experience studying his BSc Economics degree at Birmingham.
- Published: 3 July 2026
- Topic: University life
What to expect when living off campus in your 2nd year
Living off campus in your 2nd year can seem daunting. Here's a few tips and tricks to make your time off campus fun and exciting as you become more independent
- Published: 1 July 2026
- Topic: University life
Why we chose to study AI and Computer Science in Dubai
Two Birmingham Dubai students share how very different journeys led them to the same AI and Computer Science degree.
- Published: 1 July 2026
- Topic: University life
Top places to visit in Birmingham as a student
Student Daniel shares his recommendations for attractions, parks, sports venues and other places to visit while studying in Birmingham.
- Published: 1 July 2026
- Topic: Birmingham and city life
What is Materials Science and why is it important?
Student Caitlin explains what Materials Science is and explores its role in engineering, sustainability and innovation.
- Published: 30 June 2026
- Topic: University life
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