Why Choose Us

Success

With over 25,000 student enrolments, South Birmingham College is one of the largest and most successful colleges of Further Education in the UK. You can choose from hundreds of courses, so whether you want to continue studying after school or you’re looking for a fresh start, career change or career advancement, we can help you.

Flexibility

You can study full-time or part-time courses, during the day, in the evenings or at weekends at our campuses or at your place of work. If you’re currently working or if you’re an employer, we can offer you customised courses or help with your recruitment needs. For more information please contact our Corporate Services Team on 0800 731 3467 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Quality is the key to our success Ofsted Inspection Results

South Birmingham College was praised by inspectors in its last Ofsted Inspection in 2005. The report commented on the College’s:

• Outstanding promotion of inclusiveness and equality of opportunity
• Good leadership and management
• Strong culture of continuous improvement

The College is aiming to achieve an “outstanding” grade in its next Ofsted inspection.

Annual Report - Year Ending July 2009

Training Quality Standard (TQS)

South Birmingham College has been recognised as one of the best training providers in the country.

The College, which has campuses in Digbeth, Bordesley Green and Hall Green, has been awarded the Training Quality Standard (TQS) (Dec 2008), a kitemark awarded by the Learning and Skills Council – a government body.

The TQS is designed to recognise and celebrate the best organisations that provide high quality responsive training for employers in the areas of Health & Social Care, Childcare and Construction and is one of only a handful of training providers to have achieved excellence in three or more sector areas.

The TQS is rigorously assessed by an independent body and takes into account many aspects of the services the College provides, including feedback from employers who currently work with the College and have taken advantage of the training and business support services on offer.

Customer Service Excellence

Customer Service Excellence is an important indicator for students who want to look for a college that offers a high level of customer service. We have been awarded Customer Service Excellence status, re-enforcing our excellence in customer service and the importance we place on student satisfaction.

Investors in People

South Birmingham College is committed to providing ongoing support, training and staff development opportunities to all employees in accordance with the Investors in People award.

Matrix Award

Our Matrix Award winning Student Services Team has been praised for helping students with advice on selecting courses, making sure information on additional support is easily accessible and providing guidance on progression routes. No matter what your queries or concerns, our Student Services Team is here to help you.

Positive about Disability

We were awarded the Positive about Disability kite-mark accreditation from Jobcentre Plus, which is part of the Department for Work and Pensions, for our commitment to offering interviews to, recruiting and retaining disabled people who are the best candidates for the job.

PeopleDiversity Award

South Birmingham College received the Diversity Award from PATH West Midlands for making a significant contribution to promote race equality in the workplace.

Home Office UK Border Agency

The College was commended on the support offered to international students and was awarded a Grade A Sponsors Licence.

British Council

The College is accredited by the British Council for the teaching of English as a foreign language.

TUC unionlearn Quality Award

Awarded to providers who are committed to working with trade unions, and who demonstrate that unions and union learners are considered in the design, development and delivery of courses. The Award is recognised as a good mark of practice.

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