Personal development

The Birmingham Project

A unique opportunity for first-year undergraduate students. By working with employers on a collaborative group project, you will enhance your skills, discover your strengths and develop your confidence

The Birmingham Award

Endorsed by graduate employers, this recognised employability programme supports you to develop and recognise the skills you gain through extra-curricular activities

Extra-Curricular Activities

Sport

There are a wide range of careers available across sport, leisure, tourism and hospitality.

Whether you want to work in a tourist information centre, a gym, a travel agency or in sports, this sector offers a wide variety of opportunities.

Community

An exclusive opportunity not offered at any other university in the UK, the Community Challenge is one of the most exciting opportunities on offer to undergraduates.

Music

Build your network and develop a portfolio of roles in music administration, management or performance, combining teaching with freelance work, as well as doing contract or session work.