Bournemouth University
Located on the south coast of England in a vibrant town by the sea, BU offers a global outlook and excellent opportunities to gain industry experience while studying.
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Why choose Bournemouth University?
Top 50 in the UK overall
Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2024
6th safest area in the UK
Office for National Statistics (October 2022), referring to the county of Dorset
Top 40 in the world for sustainable development goals
Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2024
BU offers a range of degrees to help you kickstart your career journey, including many courses that are accredited by professional bodies.
Ready to find a degree at Bournemouth University?
in the UK for Animation
in the UK for Anthropology
in the UK for Hospitality and Tourism Management
in the UK for Archaeology
Art and Design
13th in the UK (Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025)
Journalism
24th in the UK (Guardian University Guide 2025)
Communication and Media Studies
23rd in the UK (Complete University Guide 2025)
Food Science
18th in the UK (Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025)
Forensic Science
14th in the UK (Complete University Guide 2025)
History
11th in the UK (Guardian University Guide 2025)
Social Work
11th in the UK (Guardian University Guide 2025)
Tourism, Transport, Travel and Heritage Studies
13th in the UK (Complete University Guide 2025)
Take a closer look at Bournemouth University
Here’s why our students love Bournemouth
Bournemouth is the perfect place for creative minds to thrive. It’s a hub for collaborative learning and sharing ideas.
Bournemouth is a place to be inspired
As one of the UK’s leading modern universities, Bournemouth University encourages innovation and teaches students how to apply this to their careers.
Top 3 reasons to choose Bournemouth
- You’ll live in a beautiful seaside town with easy access to other parts of the UK
- Enjoy access to state-of-the-art equipment across two campuses
- Join a vibrant and diverse community committed to making a difference through research and education
What you can expect from student life at Bournemouth
Your route to Bournemouth University
If you want to study at BU but don’t yet meet the entry requirements, then you can take a degree preparation course at our on-campus international college and progress to the University.
OPTION 1
On campus
Bournemouth University International College
- On-campus degree preparation courses
- Live and study on the University’s Lansdowne campus from day one
- Guaranteed entry to a Bournemouth University degree*
*When you pass your degree preparation course at the required level with good attendance.
- A degree preparation course (also known as a pathway course) helps you improve your English language level, academic skills, and subject knowledge.
- If you pass your degree preparation course at the required level and with good attendance, then you are guaranteed entry to your chosen degree at university.
Life on campus
BU’s Talbot Campus is just a short bus ride from the town centre, and Lansdowne Campus is even closer, at just a10-minute walk away.
BU’s campuses provide modern facilities and a creative environment for students to develop their ideas.
Silver award
Teaching Excellence Framework 2023
2 modern campuses
with state-of-the-art facilities
2,000
acres of parks and gardens in the town
Top 100
young university in the world (Times Higher Education (THE) Young University Rankings 2024)
Work placement
opportunities for every undergraduate student
19,000 students
representing 120 nationalities
Download useful information
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Includes:
- Bournemouth University brochure
- Degree preparation course information
- Bournemouth University flyer
Any other questions?
Where is Bournemouth — is it near London?
Bournemouth is located on the south coast of England. It takes approximately two hours to get to London by train.
What can I do at Bournemouth?
There’s plenty to fill your free time with in Bournemouth! Explore its buzzing art scene, international food and natural beauty spots. There are also many student clubs and societies to get involved in, including water sports like surfing and sailing.
Things to do in Bournemouth
Is Bournemouth a good place or international students?
The town’s welcoming and peaceful atmosphere makes it a great place for students that have just moved to the UK. There’s a large network of international students and lots of food from around the world to try with new friends.
