Overview
Bournemouth University (abbreviated BU) is a public university in Bournemouth, Dorset, England, with its main campus situated in neighbouring Poole. The university was founded in 1992 as one of the new universities, however the origins of its predecessor date back to the early 1900s.
Traditionally known for its focus on professional courses, in the 2000s Bournemouth University invested in research to underpin its curriculum and maximise its contribution to the regional and national economies. The university currently has over 16,000 students, including over 1,500 international students. The university is recognised for its work in the media industries, being home to the Centre for Excellence in Media Practice (CEMP). Graduates from the university have worked on a number of Hollywood films, including “Gravity”, which was awarded the Achievement in Visual Effects Oscar at the 86th Academy Awards.
The university was a finalist for two prizes in British higher education – the 2009 Times Higher Education (THE) Awards for “University of the Year” and “Research Project of the Year”. In 2017 Bournemouth University received silver rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework, a government assessment of the quality of undergraduate teaching in universities and other higher education providers in England.
Bournemouth University (BU) has been ranked as one of the top 300 universities in the 2023 Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings. In 2024, according to the Complete University Guide league tables, Bournemouth University was ranked in top 55th in the UK in overall score including student satisfaction, research quality and so on.
19,000 Students
Location
Learning
TEF Rating
Courses Available
- Accounting, Business, Management and Marketing
- Architecture, Building, Planning and Design
- Biology and Biomedical Sciences
- Computer Science and Information Technology
- Engineering
- Health Professions
- Hospitality and Culinary
- Humanities and Social Sciences
- Law and Legal Studies
- Recreation, Sports and Fitness Studies
- Veterinary, Agricultural and Food Sciences
- Visual and Performing Arts
Applying
How to Apply?
For International Students
(in lieu of IELTS)
Deadlines and Important Dates
Cost and Scholarships
(For International Students)
Types of Scholarships Available
Scholarships
BU Music scholarships
| Total Worth | Worth £600 |
|---|---|
| Eligibility and Requirements | Any applicant for a full-time undergraduate or postgraduate course at BU. You must be able to demonstrate that you are a talented musician or vocalist, and that you have been involved in ensemble activity. |
| Available for International Students | Yes |
| Application Deadline | August 31 |
| Other Details | Scholarship is available to 45-50 applicant. |
BU Sport Scholarship
| Total Worth | £500 to £5,000 |
|---|---|
| Eligibility and Requirements | Any applicant for a full-time undergraduate or postgraduate course delivered at BU. Be a high performing sportsperson and have the desire to continue to develop in the sporting arena, as well as academically. |
| Available for International Students | Yes |
| Application Deadline | August 31 |
Unite Foundation Scholarship
| Total Worth | Free accommodation for three years of study in Unite's student property (Purbeck House) |
|---|---|
| Eligibility and Requirements | UK students under the age of 25 who are either estranged from their parents or are care leavers |
| Available for International Students | No |
| Application Deadline | June 14 |
BU Academic Excellence Scholarship (International)
| Total Worth | £3,750 |
|---|---|
| Eligibility and Requirements | Any international applicant (for fee purposes) applying for a full-time undergraduate course at BU (that is not funded by the NHS) and who achieves equivalent to ABB or above at A-level |
| Available for International Students | Yes |
| Application Deadline | -- |
| Other Details | Applicants for courses offered through partner colleges are not eligible for this scholarship If you have been awarded any other BU scholarship then you are not eligible for this scholarship (except the Sport and Music Scholarships). |