Jewellery news and events

Experts from the University of Oxford and Birmingham City University’s Royal Birmingham Conservatoire (RBC) will use pioneering new technology to analyse the themes of classical music titan, Sir Edward Elgar, and understand its meanings.

A unique exhibition featuring human avatars wearing digitally reproduced police uniforms from as far back as 1839 will launch in Birmingham at the end of the year. 

Jafer Chohan has become the first South Asian Cricket Academy (SACA) graduate to be called up by England, marking another major milestone for the influential sporting initiative that began as a research project at Birmingham City University (BCU) less than three years ago. 

Acclaimed classical violinist Tasmin Little CBE says she wants to promote the West Midlands as a cultural hub and grow local talent in her new role as RBC International Chair.

Professor Hanifa Shah, one of the UK’s leading advocates of STEAM education, has collected a top accolade at the annual Midlands Women in Tech Awards. The Pro Vice-Chancellor of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Maths (STEAM) at Birmingham City University (BCU) came away from...

If you’re taking part in Second Hand September or Sustainable Fashion Week, a new outfit might be on the list to buy.   Faculty of Arts, DeSign and Media Birmingham City University BA Fashion Business and Promotion Course Leader, Kayleigh Parkes, and Lecturer in Fashion...

Hundreds of local firms are set to benefit from a new and improved business support package from Birmingham City University (BCU).

Has your phone or laptop broken during ‘Second Hand September’? Well, you can still take part in the campaign to only buy second hand over 30 days!

Dozens of commuters at Birmingham’s New Street Station were able to get some top advice about eczema from an expert in skin health at Birmingham City University (BCU).

A purpose-built ambulance simulator will help equip paramedic students at Birmingham City University (BCU) with the skills and confidence to tackle some of the most complex incidents they could ever face – before ever stepping on to the city’s streets. The ‘simbulance’ is fitted with the latest...

From the UK to Ukraine, and from Vietnam to Zambia,  Professor Joy Notter has transformed the lives of thousands of people through her many healthcare initiatives over the past 50 years.    Health, Education and Life Sciences Birmingham City University Now the Birmingham City...

Birmingham’s legacy as the birthplace of British Bhangra music is being celebrated by a new collaboration involving Birmingham City University (BCU).

To honour the life and work of honorary doctorate Benjamin Zephaniah, Birmingham City University (BCU) has launched the Future Writers competition to encourage writers and poets to explore their literary talents.

This month marks Second Hand September, a campaign to encourage people to buy pre-owned for 30 days to help our wallets and the planet, and this week we’re looking at furniture.   Facult of Arts, Design and Media Birmingham City University With homeware giants such as IKEA...

A Senior Lecturer in Music Industries and Radio at Birmingham City University (BCU) is calling on artists and bands to stop opting-in to ‘dynamic pricing’ with ticketing agencies.   Faculty of Arts, Design and Media Birmingham City University It comes as Oasis reunion tour...