Specifics:
Rank: 78
Location: Bournemouth, England
Founded: 1884
Famous subjects: Fine Art, Film Production, Animation, Make up for Media and Performance, Costume Performance & Design
International student tuition fees: £18,950-19,950
General Information:
Arts University Bournemouth (AUB) is a leading arts university in the creative industries, committed to turning creativity into a secure career. We are passionate about creativity and encourage inquiry, risk-taking and intellectual adventure.
AUB is one of the UK’s leading arts universities, with an ambition for students who want to pursue a successful career in the arts. Our alumni return with incredible stories of the things they have done, the businesses they have built and the awards they have won.
At AUB, no creativity is left alone. Our partnerships extend far beyond the curriculum, with partnerships with other universities across the world and links with the creative industries. AUB staff and students are engaged with local communities, nationally and internationally. Our vibrant culture of creatives is at the heart of everything we do, along with a commitment to professional excellence.
Our staff and students have worked with global brands and local SMEs, delivering creative solutions and engaging projects. We use our creativity to support communities and social enterprises, both locally and internationally. We are a gateway to a £92bn creative industry, growing faster than the UK economy (accounting for 1 in 11 jobs).
The University consistently achieves outstanding student employability, driven by the quality of its teaching and facilities, which prepare students for the workplace of the future. The latest DLHE survey found that 98% of graduates were in employment or further study within six months of graduating.
The University’s excellent workforce inspires our academics, researchers, industry practitioners and technicians, who support students through their studies and help them achieve outstanding results.
AUB has been awarded Gold in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) by the HEFCE, the world’s leading assessor of teaching quality, for delivering consistently outstanding teaching and outcomes for students.
Tuition fees at Arts University Bournemouth
AUB tuition fees for international students start from around £16,500, and vary depending on the faculty, subject and degree programme.
Rankings:
Arts University Bournemouth is highly rated for student and graduate satisfaction. The latest DLHE survey found that 98% of AUB graduates are in employment or further study within six months of graduating. AUB has also been awarded a Gold standard rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework.
AUB Rankings:
- 80th in the Times University Guide 2024
- 90th in the Guardian University Guide 2024
The UK’s leading art and design university, according to The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2021
Recognised for its excellent teaching in the University of Excellence Framework (TEF) Report, achieving Gold status in 2017
Accommodation:
Arts University Bournemouth offers a range of unique accommodation options – from lively city centre halls (and within walking distance of the beach), to quiet residential areas, from self-contained studio flats, to traditional cluster flats or shared accommodation. Whatever your requirements, we have something for everyone. Our accommodation options include:
- Bath Road Lansdowne, Bournemouth town center
- Madeira Road Lansdowne, Bournemouth town center
- Hurn House, Lansdowne, Bournemouth town center
- Winton Halls Wimborne Road, Winton
- George Close Ensbury Park
Another popular option among first-year students is to live in shared accommodation in the city centre, including Bournemouth, Winton, Charminster and Ensbury Park. Living on your own property is often more affordable, with many students choosing to live in the same house for the duration of their studies.
Location:
AUB is based in Bournemouth, the UK’s best seaside town, as recognised by the British Travel Awards. Bournemouth has a vibrant multicultural community and is home to the Bournemouth Arts by the Sea Festival and the Bournemouth Emerging Arts Fringe.
Our university is situated between Bournemouth and Poole, so students are surrounded by the best of both worlds in terms of entertainment and dining (with plenty of restaurants to choose from). We also have a renowned nightlife scene and a thriving arts scene. and outstanding natural beauty.
Bournemouth is surrounded by award-winning beaches, the New Forest and the World Heritage Jurassic Coast. It is also a vibrant student city with plenty to do and for a weekend getaway, Bournemouth is just two hours from the capital, London.
AUB’s beautiful and modern campus is a creative hub designed for professionals. Set against a backdrop of cutting-edge architecture, you’ll find yourself living in a community of like-minded artists and thinkers. The University has invested heavily in industry-standard technology and spaces designed to make the most of the creative industries. We want you to have access to the tools and facilities you’ll find in the real world of work.
We have a fantastic library, reflecting our dedication to the arts and creativity, and a gallery where we showcase the work of many renowned artists. There’s also a cafeteria, bars and restaurants on campus, and more to choose from in the nearby universities.
Foundation Course:
- 3D Animation and Visualisation for Film and Games Sep 2025 FDA
- Art, Design and Media Sep 2025 FDA
- Music and Sound Production Sep 2025 FDA
- Performing Arts Sep 2025 FDA