Past Events - Every event we've put on for you since September!

• Socially-Distanced Events

  BCUSU Events Film Night - The Greatest Showman

  14th September 6pm - 9pm

  Millennium Point Auditorium, Curzon St, Birmingham B4 7XG

  This is the Greatest Show! Come and join us for a FREE showing of The Greatest Showman!

  Free Tickets

  BCUSU Events Video Charades

  14th September 8pm - 11pm

  Eagle & Ball, City Centre Campus

  See if you can see what's being acted out in our weekly TV Charades night. Want to get involved? Why not send us a clip acting out your own charade, and we will use it in our next weekly game!

  BCUSU Events Quiz Night ??

  17th September 7pm - 10pm

  Eagle & Ball, City Centre Campus

  Each week we host the Eagle & Ball Pub Quiz and this week starts us off with a big Welcome Week Special.

  BCUSU Events Journey Through the Decades!

  18th September 5pm - 11pm

  Eagle & Ball, City Centre Campus

  Join us this Friday for Videoke! Send us your home karaoke videos, and we will play out the best ones at our Videoke night at the end of each month! Happy Hour Prices 5-7pm!

  BCUSU Events Film Night - Birds of Prey

  21st September 6pm - 9pm

  Millennium Point Auditorium, Curzon St, Birmingham B4 7XG

  Come and join us for a free showing of Birds of Prey!

  Free Tickets

  BCUSU Events Video Charades

  21st September 8pm - 11pm

  Eagle & Ball, City Centre Campus

  See if you can see what's being acted out in our weekly TV Charades night. Want to get involved? Why not send us a clip acting out your own charade, and we will use it in our next weekly game!

  BCUSU Events Jewellery Quarter Heritage Walk

  22nd September 4pm - 5pm

  outside the Museum of the Jewellery Quarter

  Birmingham’s world famous Jewellery Quarter has been Britain’s main place of jewellery and silver manufacturing for at least the last 150 years. The area has been described as a “National Treasure”, a place of unique character!

  Free Tickets

  BCUSU Events Cheesy Tuedays

  22nd September 6pm - 11pm

  Eagle & Ball, City Centre Campus

  Classic cheesy music and 2-4-1 cocktails from 6pm!

  BCUSU Events Silent Disco

  23rd September 6pm - 9pm

  Curzon Building, Level 2 outdoor terrace

  Come and join us on the outdoor terrace of Curzon Building for an amazing silent disco!

  Free Tickets

  BCUSU Events Free tea, coffee, and food!

  24th September 10am - 3pm

  The Social Kitchen, City South Campus

  Come and join us for free tea, coffee and a slice of pizza! The Social Kitchen is on the City South Campus, not far from the SU shop and Office.

  BCUSU Events Quiz Night

  24th September 7pm - 10pm

  Eagle & Ball, City Centre Campus

  Each week we host the Eagle & Ball Pub Quiz and this week starts us off with a big Welcome Week Special.

  BCUSU Events Video Charades

  28th September 8pm - 11pm

  Eagle & Ball, City Centre Campus

  See if you can see what's being acted out in our weekly TV Charades night. Want to get involved? Why not send us a clip acting out your own charade, and we will use it in our next weekly game!

  BCUSU Events Guided Heritage Walking Tour

  29th September 1pm - 2pm

  Jewellery Quarter, Birmingham

  This free guided walk charts the changing fortunes of Birmingham’s historic Jewellery Quarter

  Free Tickets

  BCUSU Events Guided Heritage Walking Tour

  29th September 3pm - 4pm

  Jewellery Quarter, Birmingham

  This free guided walk charts the changing fortunes of Birmingham’s historic Jewellery Quarter

  Free Tickets

  BCUSU Events Cheesy Tuedays

  29th September 6pm - 11pm

  Eagle & Ball, City Centre Campus

  Classic cheesy music and 2-4-1 cocktails from 6pm!

  BCUSU Events Quiz Night

  1st October 7pm - 10pm

  Eagle & Ball, City Centre Campus

  Each week we host the Eagle & Ball Pub Quiz and this week starts us off with a big Welcome Week Special.

  BCUSU Events Video Charades

  5th October 8pm - 11pm

  Eagle & Ball, City Centre Campus

  See if you can see what's being acted out in our weekly TV Charades night. Want to get involved? Why not send us a clip acting out your own charade, and we will use it in our next weekly game!

  BCUSU Events Cheesy Tuedays

  6th October 6pm - 11pm

  Eagle & Ball, City Centre Campus

  Classic cheesy music and 2-4-1 cocktails from 6pm!

  BCUSU Events Quiz Night

  8th October 7pm - 10pm

  Eagle & Ball, City Centre Campus

  Each week we host the Eagle & Ball Pub Quiz and this week starts us off with a big Welcome Week Special.

  BCUSU Events Centre for Academic Success - Referencing and Plagiarism

  12th October noon - 1pm

  MP452, Millennium Point, City Centre Campus

  This workshop provides information and examples about how and where to use referencing in your work.

  BCUSU Events Centre for Academic Success - Job interviews in English

  12th October 1pm - 2pm

  MP452, Millennium Point, City Centre Campus

  Do you need to attend a job interview in English? Learn to impress your interviewers in this workshop!

  BCUSU Events Video Charades

  12th October 8pm - 11pm

  Eagle & Ball, City Centre Campus

  See if you can see what's being acted out in our weekly TV Charades night. Want to get involved? Why not send us a clip acting out your own charade, and we will use it in our next weekly game!

  BCUSU Events Cheesy Tuedays

  13th October 6pm - 11pm

  Eagle & Ball, City Centre Campus

  Classic cheesy music and 2-4-1 cocktails from 6pm!

  BCUSU Events Laser Quest Takeover!

  14th October 5pm - 7:30pm

  Millennium Point, Level 0

  Like Laser Quest? Ever fancied turning BCU into a Laser Quest Arena? Well your Students' Union are giving you the opportunity to do just that!

  BCUSU Events Laser Quest Takeover!

  15th October 4:30pm - 7:30pm

  Seacole Building (Marquee outside)

  Like Laser Quest? Ever fancied turning BCU into a Laser Quest Arena? Well your Students' Union are giving you the opportunity to do just that!

  BCUSU Events Quiz Night

  15th October 7pm - 10pm

  Eagle & Ball, City Centre Campus

  Each week we host the Eagle & Ball Pub Quiz and this week starts us off with a big Welcome Week Special.

  BCUSU Events Centre for Academic Success - Improving lecture listening

  18th October noon - 1pm

  Curzon C192

  Not learning much from your lectures? Get more benefit by learning effective strategies for before, during and after.

  BCUSU Events Video Charades

  19th October 8pm - 11pm

  Eagle & Ball, City Centre Campus

  See if you can see what's being acted out in our weekly TV Charades night. Want to get involved? Why not send us a clip acting out your own charade, and we will use it in our next weekly game!

  BCUSU Events Cheesy Tuedays??

  20th October 6pm - 11pm

  Eagle & Ball, City Centre Campus

  Classic cheesy music and 2-4-1 cocktails from 6pm!

  BCUSU Events Quiz Night ??

  22nd October 7pm - 10pm

  Eagle & Ball, City Centre Campus

  Each week we host the Eagle & Ball Pub Quiz and this week starts us off with a big Welcome Week Special.

  BCUSU Events Video Charades

  26th October 8pm - 11pm

  See if you can see what's being acted out in our weekly TV Charades night. Want to get involved? Why not send us a clip acting out your own charade, and we will use it in our next weekly game!

  BCUSU Events Centre for Academic Success - Lecture listening for analysis and evaluation

  27th October 1pm - 2pm

  MP452

  Are you finding academic listening challenging? This workshop will look at how to identify evaluative language in lectures.

  BCUSU Events Cheesy Tuedays

  27th October 6pm - 11pm

  Eagle & Ball, City Centre Campus

  Classic cheesy music and 2-4-1 cocktails from 6pm!

  BCUSU Events Centre for Academic Success - Improving pronunciation 2 (repeat)

  28th October noon - 1pm

  City Centre Curzon C192

  This workshop will focus on using connected speech and intonation to increase your confidence.

  BCUSU Events Quiz Night

  29th October 7pm - 10pm

  Eagle & Ball, City Centre Campus

  Each week we host the Eagle & Ball Pub Quiz

  BCUSU Events Centre for Academic Success - Understanding assignment briefs

  30th October noon - 1pm

  Curzon 192

  This workshop will look at how to understand assignment briefs.

  BCUSU Events Video Charades

  2nd November 8pm - 11pm

  See if you can see what's being acted out in our weekly TV Charades night. Want to get involved? Why not send us a clip acting out your own charade, and we will use it in our next weekly game!

  BCUSU Events Centre for Academic Success - Presentation Skills

  3rd November noon - 1pm

  C 192

  In this workshop you will learn: a. how to manage your content b. how to manage your audience c. how to manage yourself

  BCUSU Events Centre for Academic Success - Lecture listening for detailed information

  3rd November 1pm - 2pm

  City Centre Curzon C192

  Are you finding it difficult to understand important details in your lectures? This session will consider how to improve this aspect of your listening skills.

  BCUSU Events Cheesy Tuedays??

  3rd November 6pm - 11pm

  Eagle & Ball, City Centre Campus

  Classic cheesy music and 2-4-1 cocktails from 6pm!

  BCUSU Events Centre for Academic Success - Introduction to Academic Writing

  4th November noon - 1pm

  MP452

  1 hour session to discuss general academic writing conventions. Opportunities to ask questions throughout and access to additional useful resources via the Centre for Academic Success

  BCUSU Events Quiz Night

  4th November 6:30pm - 9:30pm

  Eagle & Ball, City Centre Campus

  Each week we host the Eagle & Ball Pub Quiz and this week starts us off with a big Welcome Week Special.

  BCUSU Events Centre for Academic Success - Referencing and Plagiarism

  5th November noon - 1pm

  MP452, Millennium Point, City Centre Campus

  This workshop provides information and examples about how and where to use referencing in your work.

  BCUSU Events Centre for Academic Success - Job interviews in English

  5th November 1pm - 2pm

  MP452

  Do you need to attend a job interview in English? Learn to impress your interviewers in this workshop!

  BCUSU Events Centre for Academic Success - Time Management

  6th November noon - 1pm

  Curzon 192

  Time management tips to help you to focus and get things done.

  BCUSU Events Centre for Academic Success - Presentation Skills

  10th November noon - 1pm

  City Centre Curzon C192

  The workshop will show you how to: - manage your content - manage your audience - manage yourself

  BCUSU Events Centre for Academic Success- Lecture listening for detailed information (repeat)

  10th November 1pm - 2pm

  City Centre Curzon C192

  Are you finding it difficult to understand important details in your lectures? This session will consider how to improve this aspect of your listening skills.

  BCUSU Events Centre for Academic Success - Introduction to Academic Writing

  11th November noon - 1pm

  MP452, Millennium Point, City Centre Campus

  1 hour session to discuss general academic writing conventions Opportunities to ask questions throughout and access to additional useful resources via the Centre for Academic Success

  BCUSU Events Centre for Academic Success - Reflective Writing

  16th November 1pm - 2pm

  MP452, Millennium Point, City Centre Campus

  1 hour session to provide an overview of reflective writing conventions. Opportunities to ask questions throughout and access to additional useful resources via the Centre for Academic Success.

  BCUSU Events Centre for Academic Success - Tackling your assignment

  17th November noon - 1pm

  City Centre Curzon C192

  Tackling your assignment: this workshop will show you how to analyse and manage assignment questions effeciently and effectively.

  BCUSU Events Centre for Academic Success - Critical Analysis

  17th November 1pm - 2pm

  C192, Curzon, City Centre Campus

  "You're not being critical"... "Needs more critical analysis" This class is an introduction to critical analysis, explaining how to use it in your work. You have to be critical to get marks over 70 per cent.

  BCUSU Events Centre for Academic Success - Presentation skills 1 (slides & delivery)

  19th November 1pm - 2pm

  MP452, Millennium Point, City Centre Campus

  Nervous about giving a presentation? Learn effective techniques in this workshop to help you get better grades.

  BCUSU Events Centre for Academic Success - Understanding assignment briefs

  20th November noon - 1pm

  City Centre Curzon C192

  This workshop will look at how to read more effectively: Do you need to improve your reading efficiency? Do you need to improve how you are interacting with the text? Do you need to improve your critical reading skills?

  BCUSU Events Centre for Academic Success - Reflective Writing

  23rd November 1pm - 2pm

  MP452, Millennium Point, City Centre Campus

  1 hour session to provide an overview of reflective writing conventions. Opportunities to ask questions throughout and access to additional useful resources via the Centre for Academic Success.

  BCUSU Events Centre for Academic Success - Tackling your assignment

  24th November noon - 1pm

  C192, Curzon, City Centre Campus

  Tackling your assignment: this workshop will show you how to analyse and manage assignment questions efficiently and effectively.

  BCUSU Events Centre for Academic Success - Critical Analysis

  24th November 1pm - 2pm

  C192, Curzon, City Centre Campus

  "You're not being critical" ... "Needs more critical analysis" ... This class is an introduction to critical analysis, explaining how to use it in your work. You have to be critical to get marks over 70 per cent.

  BCUSU Events Centre for Academic Success - Improving lecture listening

  25th November noon - 1pm

  City Centre Curzon C192

  Not learning much from your lectures? Get more benefit by learning effective strategies for before, during and after.

  BCUSU Events Centre for Academic Success - Navigating your reading - strategies

  27th November noon - 1pm

  City Centre Curzon C192

  This workshop will look at how to read more effectively: Do you need to improve your reading efficiency? Do you need to improve how you are interacting with the text? Do you need to improve your critical reading skills?

• Online Events

  Jimi Needles - Live DJ Set

  12th September 9pm - 11pm

  Catch-Up

  Rewatch Jimi Needles' BCUSU DJ Set!

  Online Event

  DJ Yoda - Live DJ Set

  12th September 11pm - 11:59pm

  Catch-Up

  Rewatch DJ Yoda's headline BCUSU DJ Set!

  Online Event

  Get your Graduate+ Bronze Award

  15th September 11am - noon

  Online

  Attend our Graduate+ get your bronze award workshop where a member of the team will take you through the level, show you how to submit an activity, along with introducing you to the online resources we offer.

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Drag Bingo!

  15th September 9pm - 10pm

  Online (Zoom)

  GLAM SLAM ENTERTAINMENTS BRINGS YOU OUR RAUNCHY, HILARIOUS DRAG QUEEN BINGO BONANZA FULL OF QUICK WIT, CABARET ENTERTAINMENT AND COMICAL VIRTUAL PRIZES !

  Online Event

  Drag Bingo 2!

  15th September 10pm - 11pm

  Online (Zoom)

  GLAM SLAM ENTERTAINMENTS BRINGS YOU OUR RAUNCHY, HILARIOUS DRAG QUEEN BINGO BONANZA FULL OF QUICK WIT, CABARET ENTERTAINMENT AND COMICAL VIRTUAL PRIZES !

  Online Event

  7 Things I wish I knew in first year

  16th September 10am - 10:15am

  Online

  Join your VP Opportunities & Community (Amir) where Amir will talk about the different departments that we have at BCU and how to get the most of your time at BCU

  Student Voice Events | Online Event

  Top tips on Studying from Home

  16th September 10:30am - 11am

  Online

  University is hard, and even more difficult is studying successfully when working from our own bedrooms and homes for the most of the time. The session will cover some useful, important and good tips to maintain focus & study successfully from home!

  Student Voice Events | Online Event

  BCU Sport Active Wellbeing Programme

  16th September 11am - 11:30am

  Online

  This event is hosted by BCU Sport. Clicking this event will take you straight through to their Microsoft Teams video call.

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Black Lives Matter (BLM) Session Meeting

  16th September 11am - noon

  Online

  We invite you to come and ask questions on anti-racism, inclusivity, and what you can do in tackling racial disparity

  Student Voice Events | Online Event

  Briefing on disability support available and how to access it

  16th September 11am - 11:45am

  Online

  We will describe the disability and dyslexia support available at BCU, including Disabled Students’ Allowances, and how to access it.

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Challenge your Officer - President

  16th September 11am - noon

  Online

  Come and challenge your President (Victoria Bennett-Salvador) on what you want them to work on!

  Student Voice Events | Online Event

  Find out about Digital Print Service, IT and Library!

  16th September 11am - 11:30am

  Online

  Watch this video to find out more about the services on offer

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Graduate+: Your Award, Your Skills, Your Future

  16th September 11am - 11:30am

  Online

  Graduate+ is an extra & co-curricular awards framework offered to all students at BCU, it’s designed to help you stand out from the crowd, whilst preparing you for your future.

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Jimi Needles - Live DJ Set

  16th September 11am - noon

  LIVE

  Watch Jimi Needles' daytime DJ Set!

  Online Event

  Meet your School Reps (ADM) Drop in

  16th September 11am - 4pm

  Microsoft Teams Meeting

  Are you on a BA in an Arts, Design or Media Course? Ever wondered what it would be like to chat with an experienced student about what to expect from your course and how you can be involved in change at the Uni? Here's your chance!!

  Student Voice Events | Online Event

  Meet your School Reps (BLSS) Drop in

  16th September 11am - 4pm

  Microsoft Teams Meeting

  Are you in Business Law or Social Sciences? Ever wondered what it would be like to chat with an experienced student about what to expect from your course and how you can be involved in change at the Uni? Heres your chance!!

  Student Voice Events | Online Event

  Meet your School Reps (CEBE) Drop in

  16th September 11am - 4pm

  Microsoft Teams Meeting

  Are you in Computing, Digital Technology, Engineering or Built Environment? Ever wondered what it would be like to chat with an experienced student about your course and how you can be involved in change at the Uni? Here's your chance!!

  Student Voice Events | Online Event

  Meet your School Reps (HELS) Drop-in

  16th September 11am - 4pm

  Microsoft Teams Meeting

  Are you in Nursing and Midwifery, Education and Social Work or Life Sciences? Ever wondered what it's like to chat with an experienced student about what to expect from your course and how to get involved in change at the Uni? Heres your chance!!

  Student Voice Events | Online Event

  Public Transport Advice Session

  16th September 11am - 11:30am

  Online

  Find out about how to travel to University and get around Brum, including information on student ticket options and travelling during Covid-19.

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Student Parent Support

  16th September 11am - 4pm

  Online

  Find out about the Student Support team that can help you with financial guidance and loads more

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Student Support Team

  16th September 11am - 4pm

  Online

  Find out more about your Student Support team including financial, student parent, care leavers and more

  Online Event | Money Matters

  The Mysterious Life of Hedgehogs (and how you can help them!)

  16th September 11am - 11:30am

  Online

  This short talk discusses what a hedgehog is, why they are under threat and how you can help them at university!

  Online Event | University-led Event

  What to expect from your tutors and your academic work in your first year at the university

  16th September 11am - 11:30am

  Online

  What to expect from your tutors and your academic work in your first year at the university

  Online Event | University-led Event

  You’re made for this: Careers in Policing

  16th September 11am - 11:45am

  Online

  An opportunity to listen to officers and staff from West Midlands Police on the opportunities in the organisation.

  Online Event | Money Matters

  Accommodation Advice

  16th September 11:15am - 12:15pm

  Online

  This is a joint presentation/ Q&A hosted by BCU Accommodation Services, BCUSU Advice Centre and Birmingham City Student Homes

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Contraception and STI's Live talk

  16th September 11:15am - 12:15pm

  Online

  Brook is proud to have been the vanguard in changing social attitudes to sex over the past 55 years. Come and join us for a Zoom chat on Contraception and STI's from our expert team

  Online Event | Wellbeing

  Get to know the Careers+ Team

  16th September 11:15am - 11:45am

  Online

  Find out more about your Careers + team

  Online Event | University-led Event

  How to use the Careers + website

  16th September 11:15am - 11:30am

  Online

  Online Event | University-led Event

  BCU Enterprise and Entrepreneurship Overview

  16th September 11:30am - noon

  Online

  Overview of the BCU Enterprise and Entrepreneurship start-up programmes and activity for the 2020-21 academic year for students and graduates

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Skills that students need to be successful in First Year

  16th September 11:30am - noon

  Online

  Essential skills required to complete first year successfully include Smarter Learning, Time Management & Keeping Motivated

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Ash Walker LIVE

  16th September noon - 1pm

  LIVE

  Join Ash Walker for his daytime set

  Online Event

  BaxterStorey Catering

  16th September noon - 12:30pm

  Online

  Come and speak to BaxterStory, your University caterers, find out more about the catering offer around the campuses, the amazing App offering you money back and get your Catering questions answered.

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Challenge your Officer - Vice President Student Voice

  16th September noon - 1pm

  Online

  Come and challenge your Vice President Student Voice (Runcie Chidebe) on what you want them to work on!

  Student Voice Events | Online Event

  How to sound more natural in English

  16th September noon - 12:15pm

  Online

  In this short session aimed at international students/non-native speakers of English, we will look at ways to help you with your pronunciation and in sounding “more natural” in English

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Keen to be Green

  16th September noon - 12:30pm

  Online

  Find out about the University’s plans to become more green, and how you can be green.

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Live Yoga

  16th September noon - 1pm

  Online

  This session is brought to you by Myga and the Yoga Society.

  Online Event | Wellbeing

  Money Management

  16th September noon - 12:30pm

  Online

  Are you a first student? Want to know more about budgeting and managing your money at university or want to know what kind of financial support is provided at BCU? Do come along to our Officers led Money management workshop.

  Online Event | Money Matters

  Student Support, Arts Design & Media

  16th September noon - 1pm

  Online

  Meet your Student Success Advisors from Arts, Design and Media Faculty! Get to know our team and join in our Q&A and Quiz segments for more info about BCU.

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Supporting your Mental Health and Wellbeing at University

  16th September noon - 1pm

  Online

  Learn more about what the team offers, how to register for support and speak to a member of the team to ask any questions you have.

  Online Event | Wellbeing

  Togetherall Presentation and Demonstration

  16th September noon - 12:30pm

  Online

  Have a full understanding of the service of Togetherall which is a 24/7, online, peer to peer community to support mental health and improve well being.

  Online Event | Wellbeing

  Pleasure Live Talk

  16th September 12:15pm - 1:15pm

  Online

  Brook is proud to have been the vanguard in changing social attitudes to sex over the past 55 years. Come and join us for a Zoom chat on Pleasure from our expert team

  Online Event | Wellbeing

  Presidents Campaign including Q&A

  16th September 12:15pm - 12:30pm

  Online

  ¡Hola! My name is Vic, and I am your Union President this year. Since being elected in February lots has changed, and this is an opportunity for you to chat with me about my manifesto campaigns as well as some emerging campaigns over the coming year

  Student Voice Events | Online Event

  Challenge your Officer - Vice President Academic Experience

  16th September 1pm - 2pm

  Online

  Come and challenge your Vice President Academic Experience (Polly Jones) on what you want them to work on!

  Student Voice Events | Online Event

  Conservatoire ARCO Project

  16th September 1pm - 2pm

  Online

  Arco is an innovative alliance, established in 2015 between Royal Birmingham Conservatoire and Morris Isaacson Centre for Music, an inspiring institution in Soweto, Johannesburg, South Africa.

  Online Event | University-led Event

  DJ Holy - Live

  16th September 1pm - 2pm

  Catch-Up

  Watch this daytime DJ set

  Online Event

  Get your Graduate+ Bronze Award

  16th September 1pm - 2pm

  Online

  Attend our Graduate+ get your bronze award workshop where a member of the team will take you through the level, show you how to submit an activity, along with introducing you to the online resources we offer.

  Online Event | University-led Event

  What is Nightline and how do you access support?

  16th September 1pm - 1:15pm

  Online

  A short video introducing you to Birmingham nighline

  Online Event | Wellbeing

  What to expect from your tutors and your academic work in your first year at the university

  16th September 1pm - 1:30pm

  Online

  What to expect from your tutors and your academic work in your first year at the university

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Martin Lewis on University fee refunds

  16th September 1:15pm - 1:30pm

  Online

  Martin's bashed out a quick video to help explain the situation and why a reduction in fees wouldn't reduce what most students end up repaying anyway

  Online Event | Money Matters

  Challenge your Officer - Vice President Opportunities and Community

  16th September 2pm - 3pm

  Online

  Come and challenge your Vice President Opportunities and Community (Amir Iqbal) on what you want them to work on!

  Student Voice Events | Online Event

  Coffee cup recycling, how and why

  16th September 2pm - 3pm

  Online

  Veolia explain about recycling coffee cups

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Conservatoire Orchestra of the Swan

  16th September 2pm - 3pm

  Online

  OOTS Orchestra of the Swan was founded in 1995 and is based in Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire. We give over 45 concerts a year and have performed in China, Mexico, Turkey and the United States.

  Online Event | University-led Event

  I am NOT INVISIBLE - Wellbeing and Disability Support

  16th September 2pm - 2:45pm

  Online

  Watch your Union President and Kate Waugh, Head of Disability Services, in an open discussion on applying for a DSS, how BCU can support you and a safe, interactive environment to ask questions on invisible and visible disabilities.

  Student Voice Events | Online Event

  Skills that students need to be successful in First Year

  16th September 2pm - 2:30pm

  Online

  Essential skills required to complete first year successfully include Smarter Learning, Time Management & Keeping Motivated

  Online Event | University-led Event

  A Student Guide to Council Tax

  16th September 2:30pm - 3pm

  Online

  For most students council tax should be very straightforward. View the presentation delivered on the 16th to find out how what the rules are for students and how to make sure you claim exemption.

  Online Event | Money Matters

  BCU Sport Active Wellbeing Programme

  16th September 2:30pm - 3pm

  Online

  This event is hosted by BCU Sport. Clicking this event will take you straight through to their Microsoft Teams video call.

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Your Voice is Your Power: How to give feedback at BCU

  16th September 2:45pm - 3:15pm

  Online

  We invite you to come and learn about different strategies for giving feedback at BCU.

  Student Voice Events | Online Event

  Challenge your Officer - Vice President Equity and Inclusion

  16th September 3pm - 4pm

  Online

  Come and challenge your Vice President Equity and Inclusion (Jinal Shah) on what you want them to work on!

  Student Voice Events | Online Event

  Meet the Chaplains

  16th September 3:30pm - 4pm

  Online

  A chance to meet the University’s volunteer chaplains and learn about how they can support you, regardless of whether you have a faith or not

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Things To Do In Birmingham (COVID Safe)

  16th September 3:30pm - 4pm

  Online

  If you want places to go to, things to do and places to go and eat at for this coming year that are COVID-19 Safe, watch this half hour session to find out what you can do!

  Student Voice Events | Online Event

  Togetherall Presentation and Demonstration

  16th September 3:30pm - 4pm

  Online

  Have a full understanding of the service of Togetherall which is a 24/7, online, peer to peer community to support mental health and improve well being.

  Online Event | Wellbeing

  Twisted Orbit Circus - Live

  16th September 3:30pm - 5pm

  Catch-Up

  Don't miss this live circus and DJ set!

  Online Event

  Incorporated Society of Musicians (ISM)

  16th September 4pm - 5pm

  Online

  In the current climate, it’s never been more important to be protected and represented by your professional body. This session will tell you all you need to know about ISM student membership and how the ISM supports its 10,000 professional musician m

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Your Executive Officer Teams Top Tips for 2020

  16th September 4pm - 4:15pm

  Online

  Hello! Hola! Abole! Ciao! ????! We are your 2020/21 Officer Team and we would love it if you joined us to discuss all things SU and hear from us our top tips for getting through university life.

  Student Voice Events | Online Event

  Panjabi Hit Squad - Live

  16th September 9pm - 10:30pm

  Catch-Up

  Panjabi Hit Squad performing just for you!

  Online Event

  Jimi Needles - Live DJ Set

  16th September 10:30pm - 11:30pm

  Catch-Up

  Jimi Needles Returns tonight with another exclusive DJ set!

  Online Event

  Get student insurance ticked off your to do list...

  17th September 1pm - 1:15pm

  Online

  This event aimed at students who are going to live in University accommodation will tell you everything you need to know about student insurance in just 15 minutes!

  Online Event

  Get your Graduate+ Bronze Award

  17th September 3pm - 4pm

  Online

  Attend our Graduate+ get your bronze award workshop where a member of the team will take you through the level, show you how to submit an activity, along with introducing you to the online resources we offer.

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Give It A Go: Start a Society!

  17th September 4pm - 5pm

  Online

  This event is being repeated on Tuesday 6th October, 4-5pm.

  Society Event | Online Event

  Escape Room & Testimony Evening

  17th September 7:30pm - 9:30pm

  Online

  Join us for a virtual escape room, followed by a testimony/story of how Jesus impacted her life, by Jodi Whitehouse.

  Society Event | Online Event

  Get your Graduate+ Bronze Award

  18th September noon - 1pm

  Online

  Attend our Graduate+ get your bronze award workshop where a member of the team will take you through the level, show you how to submit an activity, along with introducing you to the online resources we offer.

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Give It A Go: Upcycle Your Old Clothes

  18th September 2pm - 3pm

  Online

  Have a drawer full of t-shirts that you never wear? Turn them into reusable shopping totes, and reclaim that drawer space!

  Society Event | Online Event

  Jimi Needles - Live DJ Set

  18th September 9pm - 10pm

  Catch-Up

  Jimi Needles performs another set for BCUSU

  Online Event

  DJ Yoda - Live DJ Set

  18th September 10pm - 11pm

  Catch-Up

  DJ Yoda's fresh live set

  Online Event

  Get your Graduate+ Bronze Award

  21st September 11am - noon

  Online

  Attend our Graduate+ get your bronze award workshop where a member of the team will take you through the level, show you how to submit an activity, along with introducing you to the online resources we offer.

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Give It A Go: Raise and Give (RAG)

  21st September 3pm - 4pm

  Online

  Want to know more about how you can get involved with fundraising for charities?

  Society Event | Online Event

  13 Sterling - Live Band

  21st September 9pm - 10pm

  LIVE

  Watch this local band performance by 13 Sterling

  Online Event

  Disco Lizards - Live Band

  21st September 10pm - 11pm

  LIVE

  Watch this live performance from London-based band, Disco Lizards!

  Online Event

  Professional LinkedIn profiles and networking

  22nd September 2pm - 3pm

  Online

  Hosted by the BCU Careers + team

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Live Variety Show

  22nd September 7pm - 8pm

  Digital

  The first ever BCUSU Live Variety Show featuring award winning magicians, aerial artistry, free style hula tricks, a fire skill duo and more! Book a free ticket to join the live audience or watch via Facebook Live

  Online Event

  Impact Group (small groups!)

  22nd September 7:30pm - 9pm

  Online

  Join us online for weekly Impact Groups - an opportunity to look at the Bible, at the book of Phillipians, in small groups! Everyone is welcome, sign up here: https://forms.gle/AXw2DGnsFWmBgyGM6

  Society Event | Online Event

  How to Find a Part Time Job

  23rd September 1pm - 1:30pm

  Online

  Hosted by the BCU Careers + team

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Panjabi Hit Squad - Live

  23rd September 9pm - 10pm

  LIVE

  Panjabi Hit Squad performing just for you!

  Online Event

  Ace that Application Form

  24th September noon - 12:30pm

  Online

  Hosted by the BCU Careers + team

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Get your Graduate+ Bronze Award

  24th September 2pm - 3pm

  Online

  Attend our Graduate+ get your bronze award workshop where a member of the team will take you through the level, show you how to submit an activity, along with introducing you to the online resources we offer.

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Jimi Needles - Live DJ Set

  25th September 9pm - 10pm

  LIVE

  Jimi Needles Joins us for an exclusive set!

  Online Event

  Get student insurance ticked off your to do list...

  28th September 1pm - 1:15pm

  Online

  This event aimed at students who are going to live in University accommodation will tell you everything you need to know about student insurance in just 15 minutes!

  Online Event

  Graduate Professional Mentoring Scheme - Information session

  29th September 11am - noon

  Online

  Hosted by the BCU Careers + team

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Get your Graduate+ Bronze Award

  29th September 2pm - 3pm

  Online

  Attend our Graduate+ get your bronze award workshop where a member of the team will take you through the level, show you how to submit an activity, along with introducing you to the online resources we offer.

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Applying for Graduate Jobs

  30th September 1pm - 1:30pm

  Online

  Hosted by BCU Careers +

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Black History Month 2020

  1st October midnight - 31st October midnight

  Online

  Learn about and celebrate the contributions of Black people, during October.

  Awareness Event | Online Event

  Get your Graduate+ Bronze Award

  1st October 11am - noon

  Online

  Attend our Graduate+ get your bronze award workshop where a member of the team will take you through the level, show you how to submit an activity, along with introducing you to the online resources we offer.

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Stand to be a Society Committee Member (Deadline Extended)

  12th October 1am - 21st October 4pm

  Online

  A variety of our societies have vacancies on their committees and now is the time to apply for these voluntary roles! This is known as the 'Nominations' stage of the Society By-elections.

  Society Event | Online Event

  Halls Accommodation Open Meeting (online)

  13th October 5pm - 6pm

  Online

  Are you aware of the lockdowns in accommodation at Manchester, Glasgow and Edinburgh? Are you concerned about your accommodation going into lockdown? Come and speak to Your Students' Union for an open forum on this issue & any other concerns

  Online Event

  Black History Quiz

  15th October 4pm - midnight

  Instagram

  Join us on Instagram for our quiz, this month we're focusing on Black History!

  Awareness Event | Online Event

  Halls Accommodation Open Meeting (online)

  15th October 4pm - 5pm

  Online

  Are you aware of the lockdowns in accommodation at Manchester, Glasgow and Edinburgh? Are you concerned about your accommodation going into lockdown? Come and speak to Your Students' Union for an open forum on this issue & any other concerns

  Online Event

  Supporting Students of Colour’s Mental Health

  19th October 5pm - 7pm

  Microsoft Teams

  Workshop hosted by Minds of People of Colour, Oge Obioha and Sana Ali

  Awareness Event | Online Event

  Societies' Break Ground Social (Faith and Culture)

  20th October 3pm - 4pm

  Online

  Shout out to all of our Faith and Culture society committees, this one's for you!

  Society Event | Online Event

  Start a Society Workshop

  20th October 4:30pm - 5pm

  Online

  Do you have an idea for a new society that you would like to launch? Come along to find out what it takes to turn your idea into reality!

  Society Event | Online Event

  Societies' Break Ground Social (Academic)

  21st October 3pm - 4pm

  Online

  Shout out to all of our Academic society committees, this one's for you!

  Society Event | Online Event

  Societies' Break Ground Social (General Interest and Sports)

  22nd October 3pm - 4pm

  Online

  Shout out to all of our General Interest and Sport society committees, this one's for you!

  Society Event | Online Event

  Black History Quiz

  22nd October 4pm - midnight

  Instagram

  Join us on Instagram for our quiz, this month we're focusing on Black History!

  Awareness Event | Online Event

  Graduate+: How to Build Confidence & Resilience in an Ever Changing World

  26th October 11am - noon

  Online

  Discover how you can become more confident & resilient in your own life!

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Get your Graduate+ Bronze Award!

  27th October 3pm - 4pm

  Online

  Discover how you can get your Graduate+ bronze award!

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Societies' Break Ground Social (Campaign, Representation and Volunteering)

  27th October 3pm - 4pm

  Online

  Shout out to all of our Campaign, Representation and Volunteering society committees, this one's for you!

  Society Event | Online Event

  Get your Graduate+ Bronze Award!

  28th October noon - 1pm

  Online

  Discover how you can get your Graduate+ bronze award!

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Fernadez Midwifery Charity Quiz!

  28th October 5pm - 6pm

  Online

  Come along to a fun quiz evening to raise money for Fernandez foundation and win a hoodie!

  Online Event

  Disability Services - Do you think you might have dyslexia?

  29th October 10am - 11am

  Online

  Ask for help now if you think you need it - don’t delay and lose valuable time. Whether you’re a new student, a continuing student, in your final year or a postgraduate student, if you’d like to know more, please come to our online briefing.

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Graduate+ Silver & Gold Award: Understanding the STAR Technique

  29th October 10am - 11am

  Online

  Do you know how to use the STAR Technique?

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Birmingham Black Voices

  29th October 3pm - 4:30pm

  Microsoft Teams

  Black Student-Lived Experiences. Open to all, we'd love you to join us!

  Society Event | Awareness Event | Online Event

  Societies' Break Ground Social (Active, Performance, Media and Creative)

  29th October 3pm - 4pm

  Online

  Shout out to all of our Active, Performance, Media and Creative society committees, this one's for you!

  Society Event | Online Event

  Black History Quiz

  29th October 4pm - midnight

  Instagram

  Join us on Instagram for our quiz, this month we're focusing on Black History!

  Awareness Event | Online Event

  BCU Black History Month Quiz!

  30th October 4pm - 5:30pm

  Online

  To celebrate Black History Month the HELS GSSA team are hosting a fun charity quiz event on the 30th October! Prize is a BCU hoodie!

  Awareness Event | Online Event

  Big Pamper Night

  30th October 6:30pm - 7:30pm

  Microsoft Teams

  Join us for our Big Pamper night online for Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Black History Month.

  Awareness Event | Online Event

  Graduate+: Academic Poster Design

  2nd November 11am - noon

  Online

  The following workshop will show you how to create an academic poster for University assessment purposes or for conferences

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Graduate+: Be in Control of your Future by Taking Control of Your Career Plan Now

  2nd November 11am - 11:45am

  Online

  This is an introductory session that will highlight the importance of knowing how to build a workable Career Plan

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Graduate+: Preparing for the data-driven world with Qlik

  2nd November 11am - noon

  Online

  Data Literacy is one of the most in-demand job skills for 2020. Come along to learn more about the free Qlik Academic Program

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Graduate+: Skills for transferring reading into writing

  2nd November 11am - noon

  Online

  This workshop will consider how to create a clear written assignment by reading effectively.

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Graduate+: Impress Your Future Employer

  2nd November noon - 1pm

  Online

  Need to find out more about your next employer? Let us show you how to research using the University intranet so that you can impress at you

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Graduate+: Wellbeing for a Successful Career

  2nd November noon - 1pm

  Online

  Identify your core values and understand how these are ‘showing up’ at work and life. You will create a clear achievable action plan to help

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Graduate+: Preparing to Volunteer

  2nd November 1pm - 2pm

  Online

  Come along to a session on how you can get involved in volunteering at the university and in Birmingham.

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Graduate+: Starting-up in Commercial Social Enterprise

  2nd November 1pm - 2pm

  Online

  A session that highlights all the stages to design, develop, start-up, manage and scale/replicate commercial and social enterprises

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Graduate+: Spotlight On: Yearlong placements

  2nd November 2pm - 3pm

  Online

  For students who are already planning their placement year and for those who just want to find out more information

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Graduate+: You’re made for this – Careers in Policing

  2nd November 2pm - 3pm

  Online

  The session is about careers in Policing and the different routes in.

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Graduate+: Finding your funny bone

  2nd November 3pm - 4pm

  Online

  This session will give you the opportunity to unlock your potential and be much more confident at speaking in front of audiences

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Graduate+: LinkedIn or Lockout Out

  2nd November 3pm - 4pm

  Online

  Top tips and strategies from how to set up your own LinkedIn profile to using the platform effectively to engage with future employers.

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Graduate+: Problem Solving & Reasoning

  2nd November 4pm - 5pm

  Online

  This session explores tips and tricks to help you become a better problem solver

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Graduate+: What Can I do with my Creative Arts Degree?

  2nd November 4pm - 5pm

  Online

  Join the session to see where your degree could take you

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Graduate+: Studying for Careers in Planning & Surveying

  2nd November 5pm - 6pm

  Online

  The session will cover MSc programmes in Building Surveying, Quantity Surveying and Real Estate Management, & MA Planning Built Environment

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Graduate+: Career Insights & Opportunities

  3rd November 10am - 4pm

  Online

  Log on and virtually meet a range of employers showcasing related work opportunities, careers and offer you an insight into recruitment.

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Graduate+: Impress Your Future Employer

  3rd November 10am - 11am

  Online

  Let us show you how to research using the University intranet so that you can impress at your next interview

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Graduate+: Spotlight On: Careers in Criminal Justice

  3rd November 11am - noon

  Online

  An insight into the various careers and sectors of the Criminal Justice System.

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Graduate+: Spotlight On: Getting into Teaching

  3rd November 11am - noon

  Online

  Considering a career in teaching? Join this workshop.

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Graduate+: The Science of Team Working - Know your key Strengths in a team

  3rd November 11am - 11:45am

  Online

  This short session will introduce you to teamworking and the benefits of knowing your strengths and limitations

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Graduate+: Improve your concentration and maximise your performance

  3rd November noon - 1pm

  Online

  Tips to train your mind to develop your attention and be present in everything you do.

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Graduate+: Recognise your career potential

  3rd November noon - 1pm

  Online

  Come and meet Denise and Kareen from Evenfields Careers

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Graduate+: Communication Skills

  3rd November 1pm - 2pm

  Online

  This session will help you explore simple techniques to make sure you stand out from the crowd!

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Graduate+: Meet the Volunteering Organisation: Social Media & Marketing

  3rd November 1pm - 2pm

  Online

  Find out more about Volunteering in these sectors from a local employer with current opportunities and how to apply.

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Graduate+: Spotlight On: Third Sector Careers

  3rd November 2pm - 3pm

  Online

  Join this session to find out more about jobs in the charity and voluntary sector.

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Graduate+: Video Interview Skills

  3rd November 2pm - 3pm

  Online

  The do's and the don'ts when it comes to interviewing digitally!

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Graduate+: Get your Graduate+ Bronze Award!

  3rd November 3pm - 4pm

  Online

  Come and find out about how you can work towards your own Graduate+ bronze AWARD

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Graduate+: Improving grades and using feedback

  3rd November 3pm - 4pm

  Online

  Explore some effective methods of using feedback to feed forward, plan, structure and improve assessments

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Graduate+: Capgemini - Meet the Graduate Recruiter

  3rd November 4pm - 5pm

  Online

  Find out about Capgemini and what opportunities they have for YOU!

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Graduate+: Nightline - What do we offer you?

  3rd November 4pm - 5pm

  Nightline is here to listen to whatever you want to talk about, every night of the term.

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Graduate+: How to create a professional CV & Cover Letter

  3rd November 5pm - 6pm

  Online

  Find out how to create a professional CV and cover letter.

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Graduate+: Studying for Careers in Health, Psychology & Social Work

  3rd November 5pm - 6pm

  Online

  This session will cover MSc programmes in Dietetics, Physiotherapy, Psychology, Health Psychology, Social Work, and Speech and Language Therapy

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Graduate+: Career Insights & Opportunities

  4th November 10am - 4pm

  Log on and virtually meet a range of employers showcasing related work opportunities, careers and offer you an insight into recruitment.

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Graduate+: Interview Skills - All you need to know

  4th November 11am - 11:45am

  Learn how to prepare for interviews and how to answer tricky interview questions.

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Graduate+: Join the 250,000: Schools Governors are people like you

  4th November 11am - noon

  Online

  Schools Governors are people like you.

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Graduate+: Navigating reading lists and journal articles

  4th November 11am - noon

  Online

  Learn how to navigate reading lists and journal articles

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Graduate+: Enterprise Holdings - Recruitment in the new world

  4th November noon - 1pm

  Online

  Times have changed due to Global Covid-19 Pandemic and so has the recruitment process.

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Graduate+: Presentation Skills

  4th November noon - 1pm

  Online

  This workshop provides information about preparing, practising and delivering presentations.

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Graduate+ : Spotlight On: Careers in Human Resources & Recruitment

  4th November 1pm - 2pm

  Online

  Get a spotlight on - Careers in Human Resources & Recruitment

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Graduate+: Keep motivated to achieve your goals

  4th November 1pm - 2pm

  Online

  How to keep motivated to achieve your goals!

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Graduate+: Meet the Volunteering Organisation: Health & Education

  4th November 1pm - 2pm

  Online

  Meet the Volunteering Organisation: Health & Education

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Graduate+ Silver and Gold Award: Understanding the STAR Technique

  4th November 2pm - 3pm

  Online

  Do you know how to use the STAR Technique?

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Graduate+: Me, Myself & I

  4th November 2pm - 3pm

  Online

  Learn Presentation skills through individual authenticity.

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Graduate+: Goal Setting

  4th November 3pm - 4pm

  Online

  Learn how to set goals!

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Graduate+: Spotlight On: Portfolio Careers

  4th November 3pm - 4pm

  Online

  Get a spotlight on - Portfolio Careers

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Graduate+: Employment Growth Areas

  4th November 4pm - 5pm

  Online

  Discover Employment Growth Areas!

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Graduate+: Making sense of numbers

  4th November 4pm - 5pm

  Online

  Learn how to make sense of numbers!

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Graduate+: Studying for Careers in Management

  4th November 5pm - 6pm

  Online

  Learn about studying for careers in Management

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Graduate+: Career Insights & Opportunities

  5th November 10am - 4pm

  Online

  Log on and virtually meet a range of employers showcasing related work opportunities, careers and offer you an insight into recruitment.

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Graduate+: Critical Reflection in a Nutshell

  5th November 11am - noon

  Online

  Learn about how to critically reflect yourself!

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Graduate+: Could you run your own business?

  5th November noon - 1pm

  Online

  An insight into what it’s like to run your own business

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Graduate+: Fake News

  5th November noon - 1pm

  Online

  You’ve probably heard the phrase ‘that’s fake news’ but what does it mean?

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Graduate+: Master your Public Speaking Skills

  5th November noon - 1pm

  Online

  Master your Public Speaking Skills

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Graduate+: Capgemini - How to ace a Digital Interview

  5th November 1pm - 2pm

  Online

  Learn how to ace a Digital Interview!

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Graduate+: Meet the Volunteering Organisation: Business & IT

  5th November 1pm - 2pm

  Online

  Learn more about volunteering in Business & IT!

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Let's Talk Mental Health: Lockdown Edition

  5th November 1pm - 2pm

  Microsoft Teams

  Let's get students talking about mental health during this second lockdown!

  Society Event | Online Event | Wellbeing

  Graduate+: Defeating Procrastination

  5th November 2pm - 3pm

  Online

  Learn how to defeat procrastination to increase your productivity!

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Graduate+: Tactics for Teamwork

  5th November 2pm - 4pm

  Online

  Tactics for Teamwork

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Graduate+: Professional Mentoring - What's in it for me?

  5th November 3pm - 4pm

  Online

  Professional Mentoring - What's in it for me?

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Graduate+: Studying for Careers in Teaching

  5th November 3pm - 4pm

  Online

  Studying for Careers in Teaching

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Graduate+: Recognise your career potential

  5th November 4pm - 5pm

  Online

  Recognise your career potential!

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Graduate+: Skills building and transferable skills

  5th November 4pm - 5pm

  Online

  Evaluate your skill building and transferable skills

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Graduate+: Studying for Careers in Law

  5th November 5pm - 6pm

  Online

  Learn about studying for careers in Law.

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Graduate+: How to find a Graduate job

  5th November 6pm - 7pm

  Online

  How to find a Graduate job!

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Graduate+: Decision Making Masterclass

  6th November 10am - 12:15pm

  Online

  Decision Making Masterclass

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Graduate+: Fake News

  6th November 10am - 11am

  Online

  You’ve probably heard the phrase ‘that’s fake news’ but what does it mean?

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Get your Graduate+ Bronze Award!

  6th November 11am - noon

  Online

  Discover how you can get your Graduate award!

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Graduate+: How to make your voice heard at BCU: Your Voice, Your Power

  6th November noon - 1pm

  Online

  How to make your voice heard at BCU: Your Voice, Your Power!

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Graduate+: Make your remote learning more productive

  6th November noon - 1pm

  Online

  Make your remote learning more productive

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Graduate+: Meet the Volunteering Organisation: Fundraising & Events

  6th November 1pm - 2pm

  Online

  Find out more about Volunteering in fundraising & events.

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Graduate+: Next Steps: What are the graduate options open to me?

  6th November 1pm - 2pm

  Online

  What are the graduate options open to me?

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Graduate+: Joining a Society

  6th November 2pm - 3pm

  Online

  Opportunity to hear all the benefits of joining one of the SU’s many societies!

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Graduate+: Nightline - Volunteer opportunities

  6th November 2pm - 3pm

  Online

  Learn about Nightline's Volunteer opportunities

  Online Event | University-led Event

  Graduate+: Presenting Research

  6th November 3pm - 4pm

  Online

  Learn about different methods of presenting research!

  Online Event | University-led Event

  FIFA 20 Tournaments - PS4 and XBOX

  9th November noon - 13th November noon

  PS4 and XBOX

  You could win £50 if you're the overall winner! Sign up by 13th Nov.

  Online Event

  Let's Talk Mental Health: Lockdown Edition

  11th November 4pm - 5pm

  Microsoft Teams

  Let's get students talking about mental health, especially during lockdown!

  Society Event | Online Event | Wellbeing

  Start a Society Workshop

  11th November 4:30pm - 5:30pm

  Online

  Do you have an idea for a new society that you would like to launch? Come along to find out what it takes to turn your idea into reality!

  Society Event | Online Event

  Trans Awareness Week 2020

  13th November midnight - 19th November 11:59pm

  Online

  Participate in Transgender Awareness Week, to help raise the visibility about transgender people and address issues members of the community face.

  Awareness Event | Online Event

  Virtual Diwali Celebration 2020

  13th November 7pm - 9pm

  Microsoft Teams

  In collaboration with the International Office, we are delighted to invite you to an evening of Diwali celebrations open to all, including your families!

  Society Event | Online Event

  Jimi Needles - Live DJ Set

  18th November 7pm - 8pm

  Twitch

  Jimi Needles is performing exclusively for BCUSU!

  Online Event

  Feedback Group Sign-up

  20th November 1pm - 2nd December 10am

  Give us your feedback and get a £20 Amazon voucher! - BCUSU focus group opportunity

  Online Event

  Jimi Needles - Live DJ Set

  25th November 7pm - 8pm

  Twitch

  Jimi Needles is performing exclusively for BCUSU!

  Online Event

  Among Us (Zoom Social)

  26th November 5pm - 7pm

  Online

  Fancy meeting other BCU students over a game (or several) of Among Us?

  Online Event

  Online yoga session (open for all)

  27th November 6:30pm - 7:30pm

  Zoom

  ? CALLING ALL BCU STUDENTS ? We will be running a series of three TOTALLY FREE online yoga sessions that any BCU students can join!

  Wellbeing | Society Event | Online Event

  GiveBack 2020

  1st December midnight - 11:59pm

  Online

  This December may be very different from the usual. As we come to the end of 2020 we want to give you a chance to take something positive from this year and help make a real difference.

  Society Event | Online Event

  Jimi Needles - Live DJ Set

  2nd December 7pm - 8pm

  Twitch

  Jimi Needles is performing exclusively for BCUSU!

  Online Event

  Start a Society Workshop

  3rd December 4pm - 5pm

  Online

  Do you have an idea for a new society that you would like to launch? Come along to find out what it takes to turn your idea into reality!

  Society Event | Online Event

  Greenpeace Talk - Why Mass Meat means Mass Destruction

  3rd December 5pm - 6pm

  Join Greenpeace to discuss this interesting topic. Completely free and hosted via Teams!

  Online Event

  Among Us Game Night

  3rd December 6pm - 8pm

  Microsoft Teams

  Play Among Us with other BCU students!

  Online Event

  Jimi Needles - Live DJ Set

  9th December 7pm - 8pm

  Twitch

  Jimi Needles is performing exclusively for BCUSU!

  Online Event

  Liam Matthews - Live DJ set

  9th December 8:05pm - 9:05pm

  Twitch

  Online Event

  Among Us Game Night

  10th December 6pm - 8pm

  Microsoft Teams

  Play Among Us with other BCU students!

  Online Event

  Studying from Home: Top Tips and Tricks!

  15th December 2pm - 3pm

  Microsoft Teams

  Join Polly, our Vice President of Academic Experience for some top tips!

  Online Event

  Officer Christmas Cook Off: Round One!

  15th December 5pm - 6pm

  Twitch

  Join your officers in their very own festive bake off where you can cook along too!

  Online Event

  Jimi Needles - Live DJ Set

  16th December 7pm - 8pm

  Twitch

  Jimi Needles is performing exclusively for BCUSU!

  Online Event

  Liam Matthews - Live DJ set

  16th December 8:05pm - 9:05pm

  Twitch

  Online Event

  Among Us Game Night

  17th December 6pm - 8pm

  Microsoft Teams

  Play Among Us with other BCU students!

  Online Event

  Film Night: The Grinch

  18th December 6:30pm - 8pm

  Microsoft Teams

  Join our watch party for our first classic Festive Film.

  Online Event

  Christmas Crafts – Environmental Christmas Decorations!

  21st December 3pm - 4pm

  Microsoft Teams

  Christmas decorations that are more environmentally friendly.

  Society Event | Online Event

  Officer Christmas Cook Off: The Final!

  22nd December 5pm - 6pm

  IGTV

  Join your officers in their very own festive bake off where you can cook along too!

  Online Event

  Jimi Needles - Live DJ Set

  23rd December 7pm - 8pm

  Twitch

  Jimi Needles is performing exclusively for BCUSU!

  Online Event

  Liam Matthews - Live DJ set

  23rd December 8:05pm - 9:05pm

  Twitch

  Online Event

  Jimi Needles - Live DJ Set

  30th December 7pm - 8pm

  Twitch

  Jimi Needles is performing exclusively for BCUSU!

  Online Event

  FREE Online Courses

  13th January 12:30pm - 31st March 11:59pm

  Online

  Do you have extra time thanks to the national lockdown?

  Online Event

• Society Events and Socials

  Societies Give It a Go Month

  12th September 1am - 12th October 11:59pm

  Online and on campus

  The ultimate opportunity to discover new hobbies, broaden your interests or meet like-minded people!

  Sports Men's Futsal Q&A

  16th September 11am - 11:30am

  Online

  Sports Netball Q&A

  16th September 11am - 11:30am

  Online

  Burlesque Q&A Session

  16th September 11am - 11:30am

  Online

  This event has ended. Click here to find out more about this society.

  Islamic Society Q&A Session

  16th September 11am - 11:30am

  Online

  This event has ended. Click here to find out more about this society.

  LGBTQ+ Society Q&A Session

  16th September 11am - 11:30am

  Online

  This event has ended. Click here to find out more about this society.

  Sports Squash Q&A

  16th September 11am - 11:30am

  Online

  Sports Women's Hockey Q&A

  16th September 11am - 11:30am

  Online

  Sports Women's Rugby Q&A

  16th September 11am - 11:30am

  Online

  Sports Men's Football Q&A

  16th September 11:30am - noon

  Online

  Sikh Society Q&A Session

  16th September 11:30am - noon

  Online

  This event has ended. Click here to find out more about this society.

  Mature Students Q&A Session

  16th September 11:30am - noon

  Online

  This event has ended. Click here to find out more about this society.

  Rock Soc Q&A Session

  16th September 11:30am - noon

  Online

  This event has ended. Click here to find out more about this society.

  International Society Q&A Session

  16th September 11:30am - noon

  Online

  This event has ended. Click here to find out more about this society.

  Sports Cricket Q&A

  16th September noon - 12:30pm

  Online

  First Love Q&A Session

  16th September noon - 12:30pm

  Online

  This event has ended. Click here to find out more about this society.

  Pakistan Society Q&A Session

  16th September noon - 12:30pm

  Online

  This event has ended. Click here to find out more about this society.

  People of Colour Q&A Session

  16th September noon - 12:30pm

  Online

  This event has ended. Click here to find out more about this society.

  Sports Women's Football Q&A

  16th September noon - 12:30pm

  Online

  Sports Rowing Q&A

  16th September 12:15pm - 12:45pm

  Online

  Sports Men's Hockey Q&A

  16th September 12:30pm - 1pm

  Online

  Sports Men's Rugby Union Q&A

  16th September 12:30pm - 1pm

  Online

  SALTSoc (Speech & Language Therapy) Q&A Session

  16th September 12:30pm - 1pm

  Online

  This event has ended. Click here to find out more about this society.

  Afro-Caribbean Society (ACS) Q&A Session

  16th September 12:30pm - 1pm

  Online

  This event has ended. Click here to find out more about this society.

  Crafty Bitches Q&A Session

  16th September 12:30pm - 1pm

  Online

  This event has ended. Click here to find out more about this society.

  Film Society Q&A Session

  16th September 12:30pm - 1pm

  Online

  This event has ended. Click here to find out more about this society.

  Parents & Carers Q&A Session

  16th September 12:30pm - 1pm

  Online

  This event has ended. Click here to find out more about this society.

  Sports Volleyball Q&A

  16th September 12:30pm - 1pm

  Online

  Sports Basketball Q&A

  16th September 1pm - 1:30pm

  Online

  Sports Men's Football Q&A

  16th September 1pm - 1:30pm

  Online

  Sports Men's Futsal Q&A

  16th September 1pm - 1:30pm

  Online

  Mental Health Q&A Session

  16th September 1pm - 1:30pm

  Online

  This event has ended. Click here to find out more about this society.

  Pole Fitness Q&A Session

  16th September 1pm - 1:30pm

  Online

  This event has ended. Click here to find out more about this society.

  Scratch Radio Q&A Session

  16th September 1pm - 1:30pm

  Online

  This event has ended. Click here to find out more about this society.

  Yoga Society Q&A Session

  16th September 1pm - 1:30pm

  Online

  This event has ended. Click here to find out more about this society.

  Earth Society Q&A Session

  16th September 1pm - 1:30pm

  Online

  This event has ended. Click here to find out more about this society.

  Sports Squash Q&A

  16th September 1pm - 1:30pm

  Online

  Sports Women's Hockey Q&A

  16th September 1pm - 1:30pm

  Online

  Multi-Faith Society Q&A Session

  16th September 1:30pm - 2pm

  Online

  This event has ended. Click here to find out more about this society.

  Postgraduate Society Q&A Session

  16th September 1:30pm - 2pm

  Online

  This event has ended. Click here to find out more about this society.

  Sports Rowing Q&A

  16th September 1:30pm - 2pm

  Online

  Sports Volleyball Q&A

  16th September 1:30pm - 2pm

  Online

  Sports Women's Rugby Q&A

  16th September 1:30pm - 2pm

  Online

  eSports BCU Esports: Discord Q&A

  16th September 2pm - 10pm

  This event has ended. Click here to find out more about this society.

  Sports Cricket Q&A

  16th September 2pm - 2:30pm

  Online

  Sports Men's Hockey Q&A

  16th September 2pm - 2:30pm

  Online

  Sports Men's Rugby Union Q&A

  16th September 2pm - 2:30pm

  Online

  Sports Table tennis Q&A

  16th September 2pm - 2:30pm

  Online

  Sports Netball Q&A

  16th September 2:30pm - 3pm

  Online

  Cheerleading Q&A Session

  16th September 2:30pm - 3pm

  Online

  This event has ended. Click here to find out more about this society.

  Womens Society Q&A Session

  16th September 2:30pm - 3pm

  Online

  This event has ended. Click here to find out more about this society.

  Catholic Society (CathSoc) Q&A Session

  16th September 2:30pm - 3pm

  Online

  This event has ended. Click here to find out more about this society.

  Sports Basketball Q&A

  16th September 3pm - 3:30pm

  Online

  Sports Women's Football Q&A

  16th September 3pm - 3:30pm

  Sports Badminton Q&A

  16th September 3:30pm - 4pm

  Online

  SALTSoc (Speech & Language Therapy) Placement Chats with SALTSOC - Masters Students

  16th September 7:30pm - 8:30pm

  Online via MS Teams

  Opportunity for Masters students heading out on placement to have a chat and ask any questions.

  Societies Give It A Go: Start a Society!

  17th September 4pm - 5pm

  Online

  This event is being repeated on Tuesday 6th October, 4-5pm.

  Christian Union Escape Room & Testimony Evening

  17th September 7:30pm - 9:30pm

  Online

  Join us for a virtual escape room, followed by a testimony/story of how Jesus impacted her life, by Jodi Whitehouse.

  Christian Union IN YOUR OWN TIME Scavenger Hunt!

  18th September midnight - 20th September 11:59pm

  City centre

  Explore Birmingham through our Scavenger Hunt - clues up on our socials! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bcuchristianunion/ and Instagram (@bcu_cu) There's a prize...

  Radiography Society Meet and Greet the RadSoc Committee!

  18th September 1pm - 2:30pm

  Online

  Societies Give It A Go: Upcycle Your Old Clothes

  18th September 2pm - 3pm

  Online

  Have a drawer full of t-shirts that you never wear? Turn them into reusable shopping totes, and reclaim that drawer space!

  Radiography Society Meet and Greet the RadSoc Committee!

  18th September 4pm - 5:30pm

  Online

  Societies Give It A Go: Raise and Give (RAG)

  21st September 3pm - 4pm

  Online

  Want to know more about how you can get involved with fundraising for charities?

  Christian Union Impact Group (small groups!)

  22nd September 7:30pm - 9pm

  Online

  Join us online for weekly Impact Groups - an opportunity to look at the Bible, at the book of Phillipians, in small groups! Everyone is welcome, sign up here: https://forms.gle/AXw2DGnsFWmBgyGM6

  Burlesque Give It A Go - On Campus Event

  22nd September 8pm - 10pm

  C087, Ground Floor, The Curzon Building, 4 Cardigan St, B4 7BD

  Cheerleading Cheerleading

  24th September 6pm - 8pm

  Online

  Fighting Game Society Fighting Game Society

  24th September 8pm - 10pm

  Yoga Society Give It A Go - On Campus Events

  25th September 6:30pm - 8pm

  C087

  Radiography Society Freshers Icebreaker

  29th September noon - 12:40pm

  Online

  This event is all about students meeting each other!

  Film Society Give It A Go - On Campus Events

  29th September 6pm - 8pm

  C192, First Floor, The Curzon Building, 4 Cardigan Street, Birmingham, B4 7BD

  Punjabi Society Punjabi Soc - Give It A Go | Meet and Greet

  1st October 6pm - 8pm

  P350, The Parkside Building

  Your chance to meet the committee and other students interested in Punjabi culture!

  Law Society Law Soc Give It A Go (On Campus)

  1st October 8pm - 10pm

  C192, First Floor, BCU Curzon Building, 4 Cardigan Street, Birmingham, B4 7BD

  Dance Society Give It A Go - On Campus

  5th October 6pm - 8pm

  C087, Ground Floor, The Curzon Building, 4 Cardigan Street, B4 7BD

  Pentecostal Students Association (PENSA) PENSA Give It A Go

  6th October 7pm - 8:30pm

  Online

  Islamic Society ISoc Give It A Go | Brothers Quiz Night!

  7th October 5pm - 7pm

  Online

  Come and meet fellow Islamic students! (The Sisters Quiz will be announced soon)

  Sikh Society Sikh Soc Give It A Go (On Campus)

  7th October 6pm - 8pm

  C087, Ground Floor, The Curzon Building, 4 Cardigan Street, B4 7BD

  Film Society Film Society

  8th October 6pm - 8:30pm

  Parkside Lecture Hall (Entrance on 3rd Floor) (TBC)

  Watch films with a society, at film society!

  Punjabi Society Punjabi Soc - Give It A Go | Punjabi Writing Class

  8th October 6pm - 8pm

  C192, First Floor, The Curzon Building

  All you need is a pen and paper!

  Krishna Consciousness KCSoc Give It A Go | Guest Talk

  8th October 6:50pm - 8:30pm

  Online

  24 hours to live... What would you do?

  BCUSU Events Stand to be a Society Committee Member (Deadline Extended)

  12th October 1am - 21st October 4pm

  Online

  A variety of our societies have vacancies on their committees and now is the time to apply for these voluntary roles! This is known as the 'Nominations' stage of the Society By-elections.

  Pakistan Society BCU PakSoc Meet & Greet

  12th October 6pm - 8pm

  Room: C020 (The Hive) Ground Floor Curzon Building

  Join us for Meet & Greet, where you can meet your fellow members of the society as well as the committee for 2020/21.

  Dance Society Give It A Go - On Campus

  12th October 6pm - 8pm

  C087, Ground Floor, The Curzon Building, 4 Cardigan Street, B4 7BD

  Pentecostal Students Association (PENSA) PENSA Members Meet Up

  13th October 7pm - 8:30pm

  Online

  Islamic Society ISoc Guest Talk | Staying Firm on Your Deen

  14th October 5pm - 7pm

  Online

  This talk is being given by Yahya Raaby from Badr Academy.

  Afro-Caribbean Society (ACS) ACS Members Meet Up (On Campus)

  14th October 6pm - 8pm

  C192, First Floor, The Curzon Building

  Film Society Film Society

  15th October 6pm - 8:30pm

  Parkside Lecture Hall (Entrance on 3rd Floor)

  Watch films with Film Society, a Society that watches films!

  Punjabi Society Learn To Read And Write Punjabi

  15th October 6pm - 8pm

  C192, First Floor, Curzon Building

  All you need is paper and a pen!

  Dance Society Give It A Go - On Campus

  19th October 6pm - 8pm

  C087, Ground Floor, The Curzon Building, 4 Cardigan Street, B4 7BD

  BCUSU Events Societies' Break Ground Social (Faith and Culture)

  20th October 3pm - 4pm

  Online

  Shout out to all of our Faith and Culture society committees, this one's for you!

  BCUSU Events Start a Society Workshop

  20th October 4:30pm - 5pm

  Online

  Do you have an idea for a new society that you would like to launch? Come along to find out what it takes to turn your idea into reality!

  Pentecostal Students Association (PENSA) PENSA Members Meet Up

  20th October 7pm - 8:30pm

  Online

  BCUSU Events Societies' Break Ground Social (Academic)

  21st October 3pm - 4pm

  Online

  Shout out to all of our Academic society committees, this one's for you!

  Islamic Society ISoc Talk | Mental Health

  21st October 5pm - 7pm

  Online

  BCUSU Events Societies' Break Ground Social (General Interest and Sports)

  22nd October 3pm - 4pm

  Online

  Shout out to all of our General Interest and Sport society committees, this one's for you!

  Film Society Film Society Thursdays

  22nd October 6pm - 8:30pm

  Parkside Lecture Hall (Entrance on 3rd Floor)

  New films every Thursday!

  Punjabi Society Learn To Read And Write Punjabi

  22nd October 6pm - 8pm

  C192, First Floor, Curzon Building

  All you need is paper and a pen!

  SALTSoc (Speech & Language Therapy) DLD Awareness Fundraiser

  23rd October 6pm - 8pm

  Online

  Get your quiz knowledge ready!

  Psychology Society Meet and Greet

  23rd October 6pm - 8pm

  C192, First Floor, Curzon Building

  Our society has just launched and this is our first event!

  Radiography Society Halloween Netflix Party

  26th October 4pm - 8pm

  Online

  A movie night to start off Halloween Week with a spook!

  Law Society Law Soc Members Meet Up (On Campus)

  26th October 6pm - 29th October 8pm

  C020 The Hive, Ground Floor, The Curzon Building

• Things to Do - Anytime Events

  Self-Guided & Virtual Tour of Birmingham: Central Squares

  Online

  This is a virtual tour of Birmingham, UK. You can visit the city now from anywhere in the world. You can take this tour any time you like. Please be aware the tickets are purchased through TripAdvisor and BCUSU are signposting this activity

  Anytime Event

  Virtual & Self-Guided Tour of Birmingham; Centenary Square and Canals

  Online

  Virtual & Self-Guided Tour of Birmingham; Centenary Square and Canals! You can take it anytime you want!

  Anytime Event

  Virtual Tour Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery!

  Virtual

  Take a tour inside Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery You can now look inside Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery without having to be there!

  Anytime Event

  Birmingham Cathedral

  A great attraction in Birmingham! Please note these are external links for activities to do in Birmingham

  Offline Event | Anytime Event

  Birmingham Library

  A great attraction in Birmingham! Please note these are external links for activities to do in Birmingham

  Offline Event | Anytime Event

  Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery

  A great attraction in Birmingham! Please note these are external links for activities to do in Birmingham

  Offline Event | Anytime Event

  Cadbury's World

  A great attraction in Birmingham! Please note these are external links for activities to do in Birmingham

  Offline Event | Anytime Event

  Cannon Hill Park

  A great attraction in Birmingham! Please note these are external links for activities to do in Birmingham

  Offline Event | Anytime Event

  Escape Live

  A great attraction in Birmingham! Please note these are external links for activities to do in Birmingham

  Offline Event | Anytime Event

  Independent Birmingham

  Celebrating Birmingham's Independent culture. Inspiring you to shop local and rediscover your city, one hidden gem at a time.

  Offline Event | Anytime Event

  Legoland Discovery

  A great attraction in Birmingham! Please note these are external links for activities to do in Birmingham

  Offline Event | Anytime Event

  Resorts World

  A great attraction in Birmingham! Please note these are external links for activities to do in Birmingham

  Offline Event | Anytime Event

  Sealife Centre

  A great attraction in Birmingham! Please note these are external links for activities to do in Birmingham

  Offline Event | Anytime Event

  The 10 best Birmingham Street Food eats

  Online

  The home of the Peaky Blinders, Julie Walters and some ridiculously delicious grub. Whether you're a local, a visitor or an admirer from afar, you can't deny that the Birmingham street food scene is having somewhat of a renaissance.

  Offline Event | Anytime Event

  Things to do in Brum!

  Check out this page for loads of ideas of what you can do in Brum!

  Offline Event | Anytime Event

  Walking Tour (payment required)

  A great attraction in Birmingham! Please note these are external links for activities to do in Birmingham

  Offline Event | Anytime Event

  West Midlands Safari Park

  A great attraction in Birmingham! Please note these are external links for activities to do in Birmingham

  Offline Event | Anytime Event