ARTS UNIVERSITY BOURNEMOUTH

*HISTORY:
Arts University Bournemouth is a further and higher education university based in Poole, United Kingdom,
specializing in Arts, Performance, Design, and Media.
The Arts University Bournemouth (AUB) was founded over 125 years ago as a specialist arts
institution.
It became an HEI in 2001 and was awarded Taught Degree Awarding Powers in 2009.
It became a full university in 2012.
It now offers a range of art, design, media and performance degrees at further, higher, postgraduate and
research level as well as a range of short courses.

*ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY:

Arts University Bournemouth was named No.1 Creative University in the University 2012 survey. In
November 2012, the University also celebrated a 97.7% employment rate.Approximately 3,500 creative fulltime HE students.
Over 97.7% of students have secured employment or further study within six months of graduation in the
top 5 of all UK universities in the 2011 DLHE Survey.
Why AUB?
Do more than study: Make (We encourage a maker culture where students see the practical
application of everything they do.
Do more than teach: Inspire (We want them to inspire a generation with memorable, groundbreaking
courses. To help them, we invest in their research, support them in their real world businesses, and
encourage them to bring innovation into their courses.)
Do more than attend: Live (We want students to live life to the full, on campus and off.
This shouldnt be difficult when youre surrounded by the New Forest, great beaches, and World Heritage
Jurassic Coast. Bournemouth boasts a great nightlife and culture too. Oh and London is just two hours away)
Do more than work: Collaborate (No creative subject stands alone at AUB.
Cross fertilization of ideas and techniques benefits everyone. And its exactly how students will experience the
real world. Our collaborations extend beyond courses that work together, to the wider university world and
links with the industry.
Do more than observe: Engage (We dont want our students and staff to be bystanders.
Theres plenty to be involved in here from debate to sport, volunteering to social life. A richer more rewarding
experience of life will be good for your studies too)

Do more than dream: Achieve (Were a practical university with strong ambitions for our graduates to
enjoy rewarding careers.

Our alumni constantly return with incredible stories of things theyve done, business theyve created and
awards theyve won. Read their stories here.)
*LOCATION:Situated on the south coast of England -POOLE,UNITED KINGDOM.2 hrs away from
LONDON(by road)
*CAMPUS:

Drawing Studio
The Library
The Gallery
Mo Dip
Enterprise Pavilion
The Printmaking room
Studio Theater
Passive Ha us
Lecture Theaters and Seminar Rooms
Food and Drink

*COURSES
Type of Qualification:
First Degree (24)
Postgraduate (Research) (16)
Postgraduate (Taught) (15)
Mode of study:
Full-time (40)
Part-time (15)

-LEVELS-FROM PRE DEGREE COURSE TO BA,MA,RESEARCH DEGRESS.SHORT COURSES AND

SUMMER COURSES).

COURSESPreparation for HE
Our Pre-Degree courses give you a chance to explore different creative areas before choosing the subject you
want to take a degree in. Or simply enjoy a year of being creative before moving on to something else.
Diploma in Art and Design - Foundation Studies
Diploma in Art and Design - Foundation Studies (Media)
Preparatory studies in Art, Design and Media with English
BA
We offer 20 BA degree courses, all studied over three years. Collectively, the BA courses form a hot house of
creativity, where students from different disciplines are able to exchange ideas on creativity and work together
on more ambitious projects.

Acting
Animation Production
Architecture
Creative Events Management
Commercial Photography
Costume and Performance Design
Dance *
Fashion
Film Production
Fine Art
Graphic Design
Illustration
Interior Architecture and Design
Make-up for Media and Performance
Model making
Motion Graphics Design and Production*
Photography
Textiles
Visual Communication
Visual Effects Design and Production*

MA
Our courses are for students who want to deepen their understanding of a subject. As well as graduates from
related courses, our Ma s also attract students from a wide range of arts and humanities backgrounds, who
have the discipline to study but want to broaden their knowledge in a new area.
Master of Architecture
Animation Production

Architecture: Spatial Practices

Commercial Photography
Fashion
Film Production
Fine Art
Graphic Design
Illustration

Short Courses
Our Short Courses give you the confidence to express your creativity. From practical skills to life or career
changing possibilities, our courses in art, design, media and performance to help you explore your potential.
Ages 16+
Creative Writing
Fashion & Apparel
Interior Design
Film Making, Production, Editing & Acting
iOS Development
Jewellery
Life Studies - Drawing & Painting
Make-up & Special Effects
Marketing
3D Modelling & Systems
Photography
Textile Design & Printing Techniques
Visual Studies
Web Development, Digital Design & Adobe Creative Cloud
Study Abroad
Study Abroad BA (Hons) Courses are for students who want to spend time learning in the UK with degree
students for one or more terms. This course is suitable for international students with language scores IELTS
5.5, or equivalent, who wish to develop their creative practice in a chosen discipline abroad. Students who also
need to improve their English can include additional language teaching as part of their course.
Preparation for Masters
Portfolio Preparation Art, Design & Media
Bespoke Services

Summer Courses
Our range of 3 week creative summer courses take place during July and August. These courses provide a
wonderful study opportunity; giving individuals (minimum 16 years of age) the experience of studying in a
University environment with access to our world-class facilities, highly acclaimed teaching staff, visiting
lecturers and specialist learning resources.

Animation
Architecture
Creative Events Management
English plus Art, Design and Media - UK Culture and Arts Discovery
Fashion Design and Accessories
Fashion PR and Marketing
Film Making
Graphic Design
Interior Design
Make-up
Photography
Portfolio Preparation
Preparation for BA (Hons) Costume and Performance Design
Preparation for BA (Hons) Make-up for Media and Performance
Professional Development for Teachers of Art and Design
Bespoke Summer Courses

*COURSE FEES: The fees below are for undergraduate courses.

Year
2014
2015

UK and EU
Students
9,000

Overseas
Classroom
12,150

Overseas
Laboratory
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*COURSE FEES
Higher Education Courses

BA Degree, 13,500
12 month Postgraduate Taught MA, 14,400
15 month MA Film Production, 18,000
Postgraduate Research MPhil/PhD, 15,180

Pre-degree courses
Diploma in Art and Design or Media Foundation Studies, 11,100*
Preparatory studies in Art, Design and Media with English, 12,000
*SCHOOL & DEPARTMENTS-(AREAS OF INTEREST-7)
*

Architecture & Interiors

Art & Illustration
Design & Technology
Fashion & Textiles
Film & Photography
Graphics & Interaction
Make-up & Performance

*INTAKE-JAN AND SEP

*ENTRY REQUIREMENT:B(65).M(55).
*HIGH DEMAND COURSESThis university is famous for bachelors degree,they are more into creative industry.
For eg:Arts and design,film & photography,make up & perforance etc
They also have sandwhich course for bachelors degree,wherein in the initial two years students go under
theoretical knowledge,in the 3rd year they are provided with placements through universities and in the final
year ,the students come back to universities.This helps the students TO HAVE PRACTICAL APPLICATION
OF THEIR KNOWLEDGE AND HAVE A LOT OF EXPOSURE.

IELTS
Overall IELTS score of 6.0 with a minimum score of 5.5 in each of the four components.

WORK OPPORTUNITY

(20 hrs per week)

Availability of Part-Time Work((20 hrs per week))

Students are eligible to apply to go onto the Student Workbank to undertake paid work for the
university.
Wide range of part-time work available in the Bournemouth and Poole conurbation.
Careers Service provides details of some part-time opportunities.
Student's pay should be at least 21k pounds to stay back.

* Scholarships
There are no scholarships for international undergraduate courses, but there is a 10% discount of the
tuition fees for early payment, plus a free taxi from the airport to the student's accommodation for new
international (non-EU) student
*ACCOMODATION
Overseas students are prioritized in the allocation process for University accommodation. Those
students who meet the booking deadline are guaranteed Halls accommodation.
All University accommodation is self-catered, with INTERNET access.
International students are spread evenly throughout the accommodation, rather than being clustered
together.
East and West houses are on campus.Winton Halls is approximately 2 miles away, and student
accommodation at George Close is around 1.75 miles away.
Students only move out at the end of the residence agreement, so they may stay in their
accommodation during the Christmas and Easter vacations.
Rent is 105125 per week (2013).

* LIVING COST-7 TO 8000 POUNDS PER ANNUM

*TURN AROUND TIME OF APPLICATION-3 TO 4 WEEKS
*ALUMNI:
Simon Beaufoy Simon is an Oscar-winning screenwriter who studied film and television at the AUB. Simon
penned the scripts for The Full Monty and the multi award-winning Danny Boyle film Slum dog Millionaire.
Most recently, he was the Artistic Director for the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic and
Paralympic Games.