Collaboration
Collaboration

Introduction

The College aims to become a major educational establishment in the UK and a college with a dynamic ethos which understands, respects and values the aspirations and needs of students and community, and which offers high quality services as per their needs & requirements. For this end, it is committed to working in strategic partnerships with high ranked UK universities, colleges, awarding and accreditation bodies to provide career oriented excellent quality yet reasonably priced professional education and training.

Coventry University

In partnership with Coventry University
1. MSc in Management
2. PG Diploma in Management
Coventry University: Accreditation & Awarding Bodies
Coventry University (www.coventry.ac.uk): Coventry University is a state-funded university in the UK. Coventry is an evolving and innovative university with a growing reputation for excellence in education. Independent surveys show that the institution provides a caring and supportive environment, enriched by a unique blend of academic expertise and practical experience. Coventry University was 'Highly Commended' in the Entrepreneurial University of the Year category at the Times Higher Awards 2008.

Edge Hill University

In partnership with Edge Hill University

1. BSc (Hons) International Nursing (One Year Top up)
2. BSc (Hons) Public Health (One Year Top up)
3. BSc Business Management
Accreditation & Awarding Body (http://www.edgehill.ac.uk)
This is a state-funded university, fully accredited by the British Government and its qualifications are recognised worldwide. Edge Hill has been providing higher education for 125 years, based on an ethos of opportunity through excellence. Offering over 200 degree routes in award-winning campus environment and developing professionals throughout the UK and overseas, it is the university of choice for over 23,000 students.

Staffordshire University

The College was validated by Staffordshire University to deliver 4 MBAs and 4 PG Diploma programmes at the College. This partnership was completed in 2011.

Gujarat State University

Birmingham College has been approved as approved an Extension Academic Centre / UK Campus of Gujarat University by the Academic and Executive Councils of Gujarat University in the meeting held on February 11, 2011.
Gujarat University is the largest and oldest state funded public university in the state of Gujarat. The University was established in 1949 and has more than 100 affiliated colleges and over 300,000 full-time students. The Business School (B K School of Management) of Gujarat University is the 1st ranked business school in the state.

ICFAI – IBS

ICFAI Business School (IBS) has more than 10 campuses in various cities of India and Birmingham College has formed a partnership with the institutes. All their UK/Europe academic and business activities of the institute will take place at Birmingham College IBS has evolved impressively and attained widespread recognition from industry, academic circles, and professional bodies and is consistently ranked among the top ten business schools (out of more than 1000 business schools) in the country as per rankings given by many independent professional ranking agencies. IBS has a strong and growing presence across India with 11 campuses at different locations. The student strength has grown up multifold from 553 in 1995 to 5000 in 2010. Today, IBS can be proud of its 16000 alumni, who after passing out from the multi-state network of IBS campuses, are contributing successfully to 900 organizations both in India and abroad. ICFAI, has sponsored the establishment of the ICFAI Universities in various states in India.

Normal University - China

Birmingham College has set up a Teacher Training Centre for English Language Teachers at the campus of the University and now considering more partnership opportunities.

Asociación de Enfermeros de Valencia

Asociación de Enfermeria (Asoenfermeria), is a Spanish organisation based in Valencia, specialising in providing online courses to Spanish students in the fields of nursing, social care, information technology and teacher training. Birmingham College will work in partnership with Asoenfermeria to accredit courses we feel complement our strengths and approaches to learning. Our first accredited course through the organisation is Asoenfermeria's Classroom Management (Programacion de Aula) qualification which allows students to develop their approaches to teaching by focusing on teacher-student relationships, mentoring and student interaction. The promising partnership is in its early stages and we look forward to working with Asoenfermeria and developing our relationship further.
Website : http://asoenfermeria.com/
Course(s) offered : Classroom Management Course
Contact Details : in@bcol.co.uk

Academic System for Educational Basics

ASEB Academy is one of Egypt's leading training premises, offering first rank training services for various English language and IT programmes. ASEB offers many training solutions that include one-to-one, small groups, tailored and even corporate training. In addition, ASEB offers specialized translation services for different fields. All ASEB's services are at reasonable prices, abide to international standards and thus have gained the respect and trust of more than 12000 service users in only five years.
Website : http://asebacademy.com
Contact Details : in@bcol.co.uk

Collaboration in process

The College has started partnership opportunities with 10 universities / institutes based in India, China, Georgia, Gambia and Nepal and Europe. Please contact the College for more information.

The British Language Centre (BLC civil company) - Lebanon

The British Language Centre is recognized throughout Lebanon for its high standards of English Language Teaching. Founded in 2006 in Beirut, BLC now has two regional branches: one in the Bekaa Valley, and another in Mount Lebanon. It has since built up a reputation for delivering high-quality, student-centred language learning. The BLC boasts high student numbers for the region: 950 students minimum per academic year. Many students who complete the General English Courses continue to train for the IELTS examination. The centre's logo: 'BLC - Bridging Languages and Cultures' indeed represents its ethos as a great number of students go on to fulfill their ambitions in work, higher education and study abroad. BLC is currently working towards expanding into the Business arena, as well as offering Teacher Training Courses to schools and institutions in the region.
Website: www.blclebanon.com
Contact Details : in@bcol.co.uk
Commendations: Coventry University Approval Team
The Panel commended the College for its ethos and its student-centred approach which enabled students to fulfil their potential. The staff were approachable and extremely supportive of the student body, and this was one of the positive features highlighted by the students. The Panel welcomed the College’s collegiate approach to the partnership.