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About the University Centre Barnsley (UCB)

Welcome

Thank you for your interest in the University Centre Barnsley. I hope you find the website useful and informative. Should you have any questions about anything covered on the website do not hesitate to contact our inquiry line on 01226 606262.

The University Centre was officially opened in May 2005 by David Blunkett MP.

The centre offers a breadth of courses and is a campus of the University of Huddersfield. The University of Huddersfield has over 20,000 students and recently received government recognition for the high quality of its courses and teaching.

You will find that many of these courses are now available to the selection of students based at the University Centre Barnsley.

I hope that you will come in to look at our facilities and talk to our tutors as you plan your future. With no fees to pay prior to commencement of study, this could just be the time to advance your prospects with a higher education course.

Dr Cathy Doggett
Head of University Centre Barnsley

Facilities

You will study in a purpose-built environment with a growing range of courses that reflect your educational needs. Learner groups are designed to allow more individual support, tutorial time and development opportunities, so that each student can reach their potential.
Our facilities reflect the modern learning environment which is so important to supporting a student's success. Our resources include:

  • a fully equipped Learning Resource Centre (library and I.T suite with access to Blackboard VLE and the UCB network) staffed by well-qualified professionals who will provide individual and group support
  • an Academic Skills Centre (where students can find support to enhance their studies)
  • support for staff and students with disabilities and other support needs.
  • Student Support Services

Regeneration

University Centre Barnsley (UCB) has made a serious commitment to support plans for the regeneration of Barnsley. Education is at the heart of the regeneration project, and all staff and students at UCB will be making a significant contribution to raising educational achievement.

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For more information in the re-making Barnsley initiative visit www.barnsley.gov.uk.