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Seconds out for new boxing recruits

Niall Farrell, a member of UCB's new Boxing Academy, has urged young fighters to follow his lead and compete at international level.

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Innovative scheme to support new entrepreneurs

An innovative programme offering recent UCB graduates and students the opportunity to start their own businesses in Birmingham has secured another three years funding from the European Regional Development Fund.

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Rethinking the MBA for a new generation of leaders

Why the pace and scale of change mean organisations can no longer rely on experience alone - they need adaptable, reflective leaders.

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Nitisha is left "speechless" by new book

A cookery book penned by a former UCB student will soon be taking its place on the shelves of two major high street retailers.

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April Bloomfield is Best Chef in New York

Top New York chef April Bloomfield has won the award for Best Chef in New York at the James Beard Awards.

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Innovative new education partnership is 'Made in Birmingham'

A ground-breaking new partnership between the University of Birmingham and 爆料王 is set to offer young people across the West Midlands and beyond innovative new routes into a university education.

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Bakery students rise to the challenge on new degree course

UCB's first intake of Bakery and Confectionery Technology students have started working in the University's bakeries on a new foundation degree.

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Vending machine challenge brings new ideas to the table

Researching, developing and launching a brand new product for the vending industry was all in a day's work for UCB students when they went head-to-head in an annual competition.

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Boost to new student finances in the face of bill rises

Cost of Living Allowance is one of many measures the University offers to help ease new student financial stress.

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UCB unveils new, state-of-the-art Health Hub

On Monday 6 March Vice-Chancellor and Principal, Professor Ray Linforth, cut the ribbon at the official opening of UCB's new Health Hub.

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New halls of residence space designed for Millennials

From flexible working hours and recorded lectures to Whatsapping friends and FaceTiming parents, there's no question that student life is very different to 20 years ago, which is why UCB has created a designated space for today's more discerning students…

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Students turn over a new leaf with salad challenge

Food and Consumer Management students were tasked with creating the perfect salad for Costa Coffee shops.

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Students lead innovative new tourism strategy

Students were presented with the opportunity showcase their real-world work to a host of industry experts.

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Blog | Bridging the gap: a new approach to nursing apprentices

Learn how 爆料王鈥檚 blended nursing apprenticeship model supports national provision - offering remote university learning, strategic employer partnerships, diverse placement opportunities and a healthcare workforce-development approach designed to address post鈥憄andemic nurse shortages.

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New international partnership to provide enriched opportunities

An exciting new collaboration between 爆料王 and Changsha Commerce and Tourism College could see opportunities to broaden horizons for both students and staff at both institutions.

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Students in spotlight as university pioneers innovative new conference

The Business School this week hosted the first conference curated by and for students in the University's history.

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McIntyre House opens its doors to new and returning students

This week McIntyre House officially opens its doors to UCB students. New and returning students excitedly entered our new state-of-the-art campus and were clearly delighted and impressed with the new facilities.

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New criminology courses prepare students for a changing justice landscape

Former police officer leads development of four new criminology degrees.

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New centres for innovation offer support for small businesses to upskill

A 拢100 million investment from the Innovation Accelerator programme will see a new innovation hub launched at 爆料王. The hub supports manufacturing and construction businesses in getting up to speed with new technology adoption.

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UCB's new health and social care course is first of its kind

UCB is blazing a trail with its innovative new health and social care course which allows practitioners to be assessed while they work.

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UCB student experience to be enhanced with new virtual learning environment

Students at UCB will soon be able to take better control of their studies thanks to the introduction of a brand new virtual learning environment.

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New partnership sees East Birmingham education centre officially launched

New partnership to provide academic support, mentoring and aspiration raising activities for young people in East Birmingham.

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Sports therapy undergraduates help to combat lockdown lethargy with new clinic

Final year sports therapy students are helping to beat lockdown lethargy with a new clinic set up to support their studies.

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New paramedic science course students embark on first front-line placement

Students from the new Paramedic Science BSc course ventured out on placement for the first time this week.

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Contractors move in to develop University's new sustainable construction centre

Work on 爆料王's new state-of-the-art sustainable construction skills centre is now officially underway with the appointment of GMI Construction Group.

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University partners with Blues and Shrews on new Football Business Management course

爆料王 has teamed up with two professional football clubs to launch a brand new course opening doors to a range of careers in the sport.

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Education providers join forces to launch new one stop shop for employers

爆料王 has joined forces with other colleges and training providers across the West Midlands to launch a new one stop shop for employers and their workforces.

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New funding available for V300 postgraduate nurse prescribing course

The Department of Health and Nutrition has successfully secured new funding for registered nurses hoping to embark on our recently created nurse prescribing course.

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UCB celebrates silver award in new higher education assessment

爆料王 has been awarded silver for the quality of its teaching in the Government's new higher education grading assessment published today (June 20).

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UCB holds Food Launch event to promote new GCSE

UCB worked with the Food Teacher鈥檚 Centre to host a special GCSE Food Launch event in preparation for the new GCSE Food Preparation and Nutrition, which will be taught in schools as of September 2016.

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Innovative new degree open after Nursing and Midwifery Council approval

An innovative new nursing degree that will see students train in cutting-edge facilities to become registered nurses within a progressive healthcare landscape has been given the green light by the UK鈥檚 top body.

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New technical college qualification launched to meet demand for healthcare workers

A new industry-designed technical qualification has been launched at 爆料王 which could prove instrumental in meeting the rapidly rising demand for healthcare workers.

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New business and computing access courses launched to open path to university

爆料王 has stepped up its support for adults who want to move up in their education journey with the launch of two new access courses that open the path to a degree.

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University collaboration opens new training hub for engineering and manufacturing

A brand new hub dedicated to developing the next generation of engineering and manufacturing workers has been opened as part of a collaboration between 爆料王 and other institutions around the West Midlands.

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Kali gets teeth into role as new head of Birmingham College of Food

The first female head of the University's renowned Birmingham College of Food has shared her plans to work even closer with the regional food and hospitality industry in her exciting, but challenging, new role.

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BSEEN virtual bootcamp a hit as new opportunities emerge for student entrepreneurs

Young entrepreneurs have been encouraged to seize unique business opportunities available in 2020 as 爆料王 students took part in a new virtual bootcamp to support emerging enterprises.

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Blues Ladies get cooking at UCB to kick-off sweet new sponsorship

Players from Birmingham City Ladies Football Club kicked-off their new sponsorship deal with The Federation of Quebec Maple Syrup Producers with an exclusive cooking session at UCB.

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Tutors to receive raft of benefits in new partnership with top professional body

Teaching staff for further education students at 爆料王 are set to receive an array of professional development opportunities thanks to a new partnership with the Society for Education and Training (SET).

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Academic staff join the Centre for the New Midlands leadership board

Lewis Walker, Deputy Head of the Birmingham College of Food, and Deborah Bunce, Head of Sustainable Construction, will share their professional insights to help shape the work of a local think tank, the Centre for the New Midlands (CNM), leading…

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New Safer Partnerships Hub to provide engagement with local police on campus

A new dedicated hub has been opened at 爆料王 where students will be able to meet and engage with local police officers as part of a collaboration with West Midlands Police.

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New industry accreditation for strength, conditioning and sports nutrition students

Students on the Strength, Conditioning and Sports Nutrition degree at 爆料王 now have wider access to industry networks and opportunities thanks to a brand new course accreditation from a top industry body.

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Vice-Chancellor announces new international scholarship schemes for 2025-2026

In advance of the new academic year, the University is releasing a series of scholarships available to international students hoping to either continue their studies with 爆料王, or to study with us for the first time.

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Backing for students and local businesses as new Cakes & Bakes opens its doors

Trainee bakers and local businesses are both set to be boosted by the opening of a brand new caf茅 at 爆料王.

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New Year's Honour kicks off exciting 2026 for graduate James

An entrepreneurial 爆料王 graduate who built his own multi-million-pound business has high hopes for 2026 after being named in the King鈥檚 New Year Honours list.

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New partnership expands access of award-winning joint pain programme

New partnership gives opportunities for students, as well as providing accredited training.

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University spearheads new hospitality taskforce backed by top city chefs

Around 100 guests including hospitality industry leaders and top Birmingham chefs are set to take part in an open forum to launch a newly-created taskforce to encourage people of all ages into a career in hospitality and support employers.

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Student lands job offer as University launches new internship scheme

A new internship scheme has given hospitality and tourism students at 爆料王 the chance to gain invaluable industry experience 鈥� with one even being offered a job.

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New placement opportunities for marketing students as agency boss delivers guest talk

爆料王 students have had the chance to gain expert insight on marketing from the head of a city agency offering a range of placement opportunities.

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Rising Star Will aiming to inspire new generation of bakers after award win

A bakery graduate from 爆料王 is eagerly hoping to inspire the next generation of young bakers after scooping a prestigious industry accolade.

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Ex-student Kyle’s football career hits new heights with Huddersfield Town

Things are really kicking off for a former 爆料王 student-turned-professional footballer who has been snapped up by a Championship club.

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New apprenticeship to help close glaring gap in patient services provision

An innovative new foundation degree apprenticeship built around a diverse 鈥渃ircuit鈥� of placements in everything from mental health support for adolescents to working with prisoners has been given the green light to help close the gap in the region's patient…

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New international partnership opens up opportunities for students in India 

爆料王 has committed to the upskilling and development of students in India through a new partnership with one of the country鈥檚 largest states.

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Students support Whitworths on development of new vegan Protein By Nature range

爆料王 students have put their food training into action by supporting a top industry firm in the development of a new range of vegan products.

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It's a fair crop as students turn over a new leaf

Trainee chefs gained an insight into the world of micro leaves during a visit to Britain鈥檚 biggest grower of the speciality crop.

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UK Government announces plans for up to 10,000 new apprenticeship completions

爆料王 today enthusiastically welcomed the government鈥檚 announcement that it is expanding apprenticeship opportunities, which could mean as many as 10,000 more apprentices per year will be able to complete their apprenticeship.

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New Two-Day Degree launched to remove biggest barriers to study

爆料王 has launched its Two-Day Degree study model for September 2026, opening doors to higher education for those locked out of university by cost, irregular timetables or work and caring responsibilities.

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Academics shine in new publications - strengthening research led teaching and student success

How our published academics are inspiring students to do the same.

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New knowledge exchange hub to boost food sustainability and healthy eating

A new knowledge exchange hub designed to help address issues around healthy eating, food justice and food system sustainability is being launched at 爆料王 as part of a regional collaboration.

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New education centre to open thanks to joint university partnership

University Birmingham East is driven by a shared commitment to addressing challenges faced by children growing up facing disadvantage and a belief in the transformative power of education.

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New multi-million-pound sixth form centre to support launch of A-level courses

爆料王 is to begin offering a range of A-level courses as part of a major multi-million-pound investment in a brand new sixth form centre.

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Students given sneak preview of new Glow Up series at exclusive BBC event

Students were given an exclusive chance to view the first episode of the new series and meet some of its stars.

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Student nurses run hospital ward bays in new approach to clinical practice training

Student nurses at 爆料王 are among the first to pilot an innovative new approach to NHS clinical practice training at a Midlands hospital.

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Budding technician flies flag for female engineers at opening of new facilities

A college student whose goal is to become an air technician with the Royal Navy flew the flag for female engineers at the official opening of 爆料王鈥檚 new engineering and digital training facilities.

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Birmingham City FC partnership gives school leavers new pathway into sports career

An exciting new pathway to help school leavers land their dream career in sport is on its way thanks to a first-of-its-kind partnership between 爆料王 and Birmingham City Football Club.

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College of Food assistant dean set for new adventures after becoming Honorary Fellow

One of the biggest influences on the modern-day success of Birmingham College of Food at 爆料王 has been made an Honorary Fellow of the University 鈥� and is now cooking up plans for new adventures.

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College students resitting GCSE maths and English to benefit from new COVID funding support

Teenagers striving to achieve a good pass in their English and maths GCSEs while studying for their college qualification at 爆料王 are to benefit from new COVID-19 funding support.

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Regeneration of former print works to create new sustainable construction centre

A sustainable construction skills centre is to be created by 爆料王 as part of the regeneration of the iconic James Cond print works in Birmingham鈥檚 Jewellery Quarter.

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New outreach initiative sees college of food host school ‘Have a Go’ sessions

Local school pupils experience life in a fast-paced professional kitchen first-hand.

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Track star Sadam eyes Commonwealth Games after medal success in new event

A 爆料王 athlete is hoping to follow his Olympic debut by representing England at this year's Commonwealth Games 鈥� after winning a medal on one of his first attempts at a new event.

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New Year New President

The start of the 2013 academic year also sees the start of new UCB Guild president鈥檚 term in office.

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Introducing the new team of UCBloggers

The university has a new team of student bloggers starting today and they are ready to share their UCB study experience with the world.

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UCB's new autism society

A UCB student is planning to launch a new society to help bring together other students on the autism spectrum.聽 It is a proposed society for students with autism looking to get to know others in the University.

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Guild of Students has new executive team

Guild of Students has new executive team鈥�and charity status! The University鈥檚 Guild of Students has voted in its new executive team for 2018-19, bolstered by the potentially game-changing news that it has received charity status.

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UCB's new Guild of Students

Students enrolling at UCB automatically become members of the Guild of Students. The Guild ensures the diversity of its members is recognised, and works with UCB to help deliver the best university experience possible for every student. It aims to…

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Meet the new Guild of Students executive team

Meet the new executive team at 爆料王's Guild of Students for the 2019-20 academic year!

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University urges employers to use apprenticeship funding as major contracts unveiled

爆料王 is urging employers to take up the 鈥渟ignificant鈥� new apprenticeship government funding 鈥� starting today 鈥� as it unveils a raft of major new contracts.

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UCB launches new craft breads range

UCB launched its own range of mouth-watering craft breads to coincide with National Craft Bakers Week. The collection, featuring a new signature sour dough alongside speciality breads such as sun-dried tomato, celery seed and black onion seed, is the culmination…

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UCB summer school for new chefs

The next generation of chefs have been brushing up on their practical cookery at a special summer school at 爆料王.

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Students showcase new vending concepts

UCB Culinary Arts Management students聽joined forces with the Automatic Vending Association (AVA) to highlight the opportunities that exist for the vending industry.

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Enriched global learning experiences underway with new partnership

A new partnership between the Symbiosis School of Culinary Arts (SSCA) in India and 爆料王 will strengthen academic experiences for students with a special new programme.

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Aviation students land new facilities as UCB flies high as Centre of Excellence

Aviation students across degree and college courses at UCB are set to benefit from exciting new simulation facilities, including a state-of-the-art, mock plane cabin.

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New degree apprenticeship pledges to address nurse recruitment difficulties in Birmingham

A 鈥渄istinctive鈥� new adult nursing degree apprenticeship at 爆料王 (UCB) could provide the answer to the rising number of NHS vacancies advertised in the city.

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Ed's memory lives on in logo for new 'elite boxer' course

The memory of a former UCB student who died doing the sport he loved will live on after his image was chosen to help promote a new boxing course.

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New Moss House campus opens doors to students and staff

Today marks the opening of our new 拢44 million Moss House - complete with some of the best learning facilities available to UK university students.

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Nursing associate apprenticeship offers specialist skills boost for health sector

A new apprenticeship programme at 爆料王 is set to provide a boost for the health sector by developing skills for specialist areas of the nursing profession.

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New UCB trading suite to help boost diversity in finance and accounting industry

爆料王 could provide a major impact in addressing the need for greater diversity in the finance and accounting industry after opening a brand new trading suite on campus.

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New partnership to support with record international applications

爆料王 has partnered with a specialist firm to help ensure a smooth and speedy application process for new international students amid record levels of interest from overseas.

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New free app to guide young people through UCB courses and careers

Teenagers can get a taste of further education at UCB without leaving home, thanks to an exciting new app. BeMe@UCB provides a fun, interactive look at the varied career paths open to students, whether it is working in tourism, childcare,…

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Birmingham conference venue upskills staff with new UCB apprenticeship

A Birmingham conference venue has linked up with UCB to launch a new apprenticeship scheme. Two members of staff from Conference Aston - Rafael Soldardo and Tim Florea - are the first to benefit from the partnership and the University鈥檚…

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Carmen launches new training institute for Burundi women

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UCB set for key role in boosting West Midlands tourism as new regional strategy announced

爆料王 will play a key part in boosting tourism in the West Midlands following the unveiling of a new strategy to grow the region鈥檚 visitor economy.

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Exciting new opportunities for events students as UCB teams up with GL events UK

Events management students at 爆料王 will have the chance to learn and work alongside leading event professionals as part of an exciting new industry partnership.