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Bournemouth University (BU) is located in the town of Bournemouth on the South coast of England, United Kingdom. A wide range of bachelor's degree courses are offered at BU through its 4 academic faculties, namely: Faculty of Management; Faculty of Health and Social Sciences; Faculty of Media and Communication; and the Faculty of Science and Technology. Various courses are also taught through BU’s Business School
  • Average Tuition GBP 14,100
  • Acceptance Rate 30%
  • Students 12,299
  • International Students 19%
  • Total Annual Cost GBP 23,550
  • Intakes Fall Spring
  • Application Deadline January 15 rolling
  • Transfer Yes
  • Campus Setting City

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School Description

Bournemouth University (BU) is home to over 19,000 students. At BU, students can choose from over a 100 bachelor’s degree programs, including Games Design, Mechanical Engineering, Social Work, Paramedic Science, and Cyberpsychology. 

At BU, students have access to multipurpose state-of-the-art facilities, including innovative learning spaces, an art gallery, a TV studio, a crime scene training facility, coffee shops, lounges, and multiple sporting facilities. BU’s Gait Real-time Analysis Interactive Laboratory (GRAIL), used for orthopedic research, is one of only 23 in the world. Moreover, BU has over 100 clubs and societies or students to join, along with local and overseas volunteering opportunities offered by the BU Students’ Union. Additionally, students can gain valuable career advice and find work placements through BU’s Careers and Employability Service. BU offers a range of on-campus accommodation to all students.

  • 01BU was ranked 66th on The Complete University Guide’s UK University League Table for 2019.
  • 02BU offers students the Global Talent Program (GTP) to develop key skills needed globally through over 100 workshops and activities, therefore increasing chances of employability.
  • 03BU Study Abroad program offers students the opportunity to experience time abroad at one of its many partner institutions around the world.

Bachelor Programs

  • Fern Barrow, Poole, •, Dorset BH12 5BB, United Kingdom
    GBP 13,750 Tuition Fee

    Accounting and Business

    This program is designed to equip students with the theoretical and practical knowledge of Accounting Principles. The program offers courses that focus on all aspects of business, management and finance.  

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  • Fern Barrow, Poole, •, Dorset BH12 5BB, United Kingdom
    GBP 13,750 Tuition Fee

    Accounting and Finance

    This program is designed to equip students with the theoretical and practical knowledge of Accounting Principles. The program offers courses that focus on all aspects of business, management and finance.  

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  • Fern Barrow, Poole, •, Dorset BH12 5BB, United Kingdom
    GBP 13,750 Tuition Fee

    Accounting and Law

    This program is designed to equip students with the theoretical and practical knowledge of Business Law. The program offers courses that focus on the study of contracts, securities law, commercial litigation, intellectu more
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  • Fern Barrow, Poole, •, Dorset BH12 5BB, United Kingdom
    GBP 13,750 Tuition Fee

    Accounting and Taxation

    This program is designed to equip students with theoretical and practical knowledge of the principles of Taxation. The program offers courses that focus on the study of tax law and regulations; tax record systems; indiv more
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Rankings

  • Times World University Rankings
    Times World University Rankings 601
  • SchoolApply Ranking
    SchoolApply Ranking 559
  • The Guardian
    The Guardian 73
  • QS Rankings (Global)
    QS Rankings (Global) 701
  • Complete University Guide (UK)
    Complete University Guide (UK) 70

Admission Requirements

  • Minimum GPA 3.00
  • Minimum incoming TOEFL iBT 60
  • Minimum incoming IELTS 6.00
  • Minimum PTE 54

Accreditations

    Financial Aid & Scholarship

    BU offers all international bachelor’s students the BU Academic Excellence Scholarship. Additionally, country-specific, sports, and music scholarships are also available.

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    Other Information

    Established in 1992


    Student Reviews

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    Master of Science (MSc)
    2007-2009

    I attended Bournemouth University in 2007, in order to study Tourism & Hospitality Management. Although I had in mind the professional path I wanted to follow, it was BU that gave shape to my thoughts and goals. With the updated, high quality professors and the amazing infrastructure, it provides a fantastic base, in which every student can built his/hers future dreams. Except the specific knowledge I gained, Bournemouth University taught me a way of thinking and processing of information that follows me until now. For this reason, whenever I face new professional challenges, I realize that the tools I gained from my studies are endless. I highly recommend Bournemouth University, as the place to be for any person interested to study Services Management.

    Master of Arts (MA)
    2005-2006

    I attended Bournemouth University in 2005/2006. I can still vividly recall the welcoming atmosphere; the quality interaction and support of the faculty and the International Office; the high standards the lecturers brought to us and expected from us; excellent student services and facilities and the many solid friendships I made and still maintain. While there, I was elected President of the Bournemouth University International Students Association (ISA)and served for one year with a fabulous and dynamic Committee and Membership of students from around the world. It allowed me to experience firsthand the wealth of culture, talent, brilliance and togetherness of the student body that makes Bournemouth Univeristy such a vibrant place to be. The location is absolutely beautiful too. I am happy to recommend Bournemouth University as a great place for any International Student.

    BA
    1988-1991

    When I was at the Dorset Institute of Higher Education, now called Bournemouth University, I had the time of my life because I wanted to be there. Most of my tutors were worth their money: some not. If you take out the bank loan of your life, be sure you want it and don't settle for second best when it comes to tutors. Ps. The staff of Media Resources are brilliant.

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