We are listening to you How the University of Birmingham is responding to your feedback You said, we did You asked for greater access to advice and support on finance and living We have enhanced UBHeard, our emotional support helpline,
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We are listening to you How the University of Birmingham is responding to your feedback<br>
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You said, we did You asked for greater access to advice and support on finance and living… We have enhanced UBHeard, our emotional support helpline, with a range of new features.
If English isn’t your first language, our counsellors use qualified interpreters to give advice and support in over 200 languages.
Service now offers financial and money matters advice alongside wellbeing, lifestyle, and emotional support. Find out more about the new features and how to access the services.<br>
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You said, we did You were positive about our Pause wellbeing service and asked for extended access… We have extended the Pause drop-in service to be four days per week during term-time.
You can find the service in the Wellbeing Lodge by the North Gate.
It is no longer just for those aged 18-25. Everyone is welcome to drop in for advice and support. Find out more about the service updates and how to access the services<br>
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You said, we did You asked us to continue to support student travel costs… The free four-week bus pass is back for another year.
Starting university is an exciting new chapter, and we want your journey to be as smooth as possible. We understand that for some of our students, transport can be a significant expense.
We offer a free four-week bus pass for new undergraduate and postgraduate students, covering the nBus network. If you are a returning student, you can use the University discounted bus scheme. Find out more about the discounted bus travel available<br>
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You said you would like more assessment support before you submit assignments…
We will continue to offer opportunities for formative work and feedback towards assessments on all modules
We will continue to offer Academic and Assessment support weeks in all colleges
You said you would like more support to develop attributes employers are looking for in graduates…
We have updated the Birmingham Award to recognise and reward more activities You said, we did and will carry on…<br>
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We are listening to you Working together with the Guild of Students
and your student representatives<br>
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You said, we did You asked for past papers, and example questions and solutions, to help you revise… Schools will provide access to past papers or sample questions for assessment preparation and revision.
Modules will have dedicated revision classes to support exam preparation.
We are increasing the availability of example exam solutions and example feedback on past paper attempts.<br>
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supports all students to review and be rewarded for developing knowledge, skills and attributes necessary for study, work and life You said, we did Our unique Summer Term Programme is full of activities that will help you develop the skills and attributes that are highly prized by employers.
We are expanding local academic transition events and support to help you prepare for success in the next academic year.
We have launched even more employer events and mentoring, as well as training and volunteering opportunities. You said that you would like the Summer Term programme to include even more support for academic success and professional development...<br>
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You said, we did You said you would like more opportunities to engage with employers through our Careers Network… We have introduced more accessible support options. Our Digital Hub via Careers Connect is available 24/7 to all students and graduates globally.
We are increasing the number of employers engaging with students even further through our Summer Term events and professional skills activities.
We have been ranked the top university for leading UK employers looking for graduates for the second year running (High Fliers report 2024 and 2025). Find out more about the Careers Network opportunities<br>
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We are listening to you How the University of Birmingham is responding to your feedback<br>