South & City College Birmingham

South and City College Birmingham (SCCB) is proud to be one of the largest and most dynamic further education colleges in the UK. The college offers high quality education, technical and vocational training to young people, adults and employers looking to develop their workforce. Students can study from entry level to degree at eight vibrant campuses across Birmingham

Our mission is simple: to empower individuals through high quality training, promoting personal and professional growth, and contribute to the social and economic development of our communities.

Most Improved Further Education College in the UK

SCCB has been named the most improved FE college in the UK, (March 2025) following the release of the Department for Education (DfE) National Achievement Rates Tables (NARTs). Our 16–18 full-time education and training provision achieved an incredible 13.3% improvement, the highest in the country – a testament to the commitment of our staff, the determination of our students and the quality of our courses.

A Major Force in Skills Development across the West Midlands

SCCB is the largest provider of adult learning in the region, delivering life-changing opportunities for people of all ages. We work closely with the Department for Work & Pensions (DWE) Jobcentre Plus to offer tailored training programmes that help unemployed individuals gain new skills and move into work, while also supporting businesses to upskill their workforce.

Our apprenticeship programmes involves us partnering with both regional and national employers, with a growing portfolio that supports regional skills priorities, offering young people and adults clear, practical pathways to exciting careers.

Industry-Driven Training and Specialist Centres

We’re proud to be a leader in construction and engineering training, constantly evolving our curriculum through strong industry partnerships that prepare learners for the jobs of today and tomorrow.

• At Bordesley Green, our state-of-the-art Bus and Coach Engineering Academy, developed with National Express, is training the next generation of transport engineers. A hydrogen vehicle training facility will support the automotive industry as it upskills its existing workforce to address the growing demand for hydrogen fuelled vehicles, including light vehicles, PSVs and HGVs

• Our Electric, Hybrid Vehicle Training Centre, based at Longbridge Campus, responds to the urgent demand for skills in green automotive technology.

• We have also partnered with Balfour Beatty Vinci (BBV) to create the SCCB/BBV Skills Academy, a unique initiative supporting skills development for the HS2 high-speed rail project.

Advanced and Higher Technical Specialisms:

Media, Creative and Broadcasting

• Creative media production, games development, art and design, and broadcasting.

Automotive

• Technical vehicle repair including hybrid, hydrogen and electric vehicles.

Construction

• Construction management, project planning, AutoCAD, plumbing, bricklaying, carpentry and both traditional and modern construction techniques.

Engineering, Electronics and Systems

• Electrical and electronic engineering, PLC control, CNC, pneumatics, hydraulics, design, testing, inspection and verification.

Gas and Utilities

• BPEC Gas, LPG, and water regulations.

Health, Education and Care Professions

• Early years education, health and social care, teacher training and healthcare leadership.

Digital

• Games design, cybersecurity, networking and interactive media.

Business and Professional Services

• Professional accountancy and business management pathways.

Why Choose SCCB?

We transform the lives of our students by living by our values; Inclusive, Ambitions, Motivated, Safe, Caring, Collaborative and Brilliant. Find out more at www.sccb.ac.uk