Events and activities for Birmingham Scholars

Birmingham Scholar is the University of Birmingham’s flagship programme of tailored activities, proudly linked to our Access and Participation work, designed to support students from all backgrounds to thrive at university and beyond.

The programme is built around four main themes: Fun, Growth, Study and Beyond. Find events and activities exclusively for the Birmingham Scholar community

Coming up

Elevate Start-Up Incubator Programme
5th May 9am - 21st June 11pm
Apply to grow your business from the iconic Exchange building, access mentorship, industry experts and funding schemes to support you on your journey.
Student Enterprise Ambassadors 2026/27
3rd June 9am - 24th August 11:59pm
B-Enterprising is offering an exciting voluntary opportunity to collaborate with the team while developing new skills and gaining valuable experience.
The Alumni Leadership Mentoring Programme
3rd June noon - 17th July 11:59pm
Applications are now open for Birmingham Scholars for the Alumni Leadership Mentoring Programme
Research Internship – Expression of Interest
15th June 9am - 26th June 11:59pm
Birmingham Business School is offering paid 2-week research internships for undergraduate BBS students to gain hands-on experience working on live academic research projects.
Three students outside Main Library Get research experience in just 35 hours
15th June 10am - 26th June 10am
Various locations
The Future Focused Micro Internships give you hands-on experience in one of our very own world class research centres at the University of Birmingham.
Bridging the Gap Summer School
25th June 9:30am - 1:45pm
Online
A free 2-day online programme for students considering a career in academia.