Bournemouth University

Bournemouth University

Located in South West England's county of Dorset, Bournemouth University (BU) is home to over 19,000 students drawn from the United Kingdom and across the globe. A former college of further education and polytechnical institute, BU was granted university status in 1992, and consists of two campuses – the Talbot Campus in nearby Poole, and the Lansdowne Campus in central Bournemouth. Students and staff can easily travel between the two via a regular free bus service during term time.

Bournemouth University is guided in its vision to inspire learning, advance knowledge, and enrich society through the fusion of education, research, and practice.

A wide range of undergraduate, postgraduate and research programmes are offered by four faculties: Health & Social Sciences, Media & Communication, Science & Technology and the Bournemouth University Business School.

Research forms an integral part of the university’s academic framework, and it is committed to developing solutions to real-world problems. Academic staff and students at Bournemouth University contribute to co-creating knowledge through research and practice.

Bournemouth University’s degrees are designed to ensure you meet your career ambitions, including the placements we offer on every undergraduate course. That’s why BU alumni go on to realise their career aspirations and excel in a wide range of industries and disciplines.

Why study at Bournemouth University?

  • 96% of research rated as internationally recognized or higher by the Research Excellence Framework (REF).

  • Ranked as one of the top 100 Young Universities in the World by the Times Higher Education Young University Rankings (2020).

  • According to Graduate Outcomes Data (2018), 91% of graduates from Bournemouth University are in work or further study six months after graduating.

  • The Student Project Bank offers mutually beneficial collaboration between students and business. Students develop professional competencies by working on live projects, with the potential for real-world impact.

  • Bournemouth University has invested over £250 million in its IT infrastructure, research and sports, offering best in class learning and research facilities.

  • The University collaborates with several partners such as AFC Bournemouth and University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust to create employment and work experience opportunities for students.

  • With over 120 clubs and societies, the university offers hundreds of exciting opportunities, events, campaigns, and services which are designed to make students feel truly at home.

  • Scenic Bournemouth beach has been voted Britain’s best beach (Tripadvisor 2018), and transport options to rest of UK are catered to through a central rail station, bus service and a regional airport serving destinations within the UK and Europe. London is just over 2 hours away.

  • Study abroad exchange programs and scholarships available for international students.

Entry Requirements

Numeracy and Literacy Requirements (e.g. GCSEs):

GCSE English Language or English Literature and Mathematics grade 4 (or grade C in the old grading system). We also accept iGCSEs, Key Skills and Functional Skills and other qualifications at Level 2 of the National Qualifications Framework.

A-level and AS levels:

104–120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of two A-levels.

Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate – Skills Challenge Certificate:

We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.

Access to HE Diploma:

102–118 UCAS tariff points with any combination of Distinction, Merit, Pass grades.

BTEC National:

  • Extended Diploma: Distinction, Merit, Merit (112 UCAS tariff points)
  • Diploma: Distinction*, Distinction (104 UCAS tariff points)
  • Foundation Diploma/ 90-credit Diploma: We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff
  • Extended Certificate/ Subsidiary Diploma: We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.

Cambridge International Pre-U Diploma:

104–120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of two principal subjects.

Cambridge Technical:

  • Extended Diploma: Distinction, Merit, Merit (112 UCAS tariff points)
  • Diploma: Distinction*, Distinction (104 UCAS tariff points)
  • Subsidiary Diploma: We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff
  • Introductory Diploma: We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.

Extended Project Qualification:

We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by two A-level sized qualifications to meet the overall UCAS tariff.

International Baccalaureate Certificates:

104–120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of two Higher Level certificates.

International Baccalaureate (Diploma):

An overall score of 28–31 points.

Scottish Highers:

104–120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of four Scottish Highers.

Scottish Advanced Highers:

104–120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of two Scottish Advanced Highers.

T Levels:

We will recognize T Level qualifications at a suitable level (and in a suitable subject, if applicable).

 

Foundation Year Entry Requirements:

Numeracy and literacy requirements

- There are no GCSE requirements. The foundation year will cover these skills in preparation for degree study.

For September 2022 entry

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48–72 UCAS tariff points.

English Language Requirements:

If English is not your first language, you will need to provide evidence that you can understand English to a satisfactory level.
For September 2022 entry: IELTS (Academic) 6.0 with minimum 5.5 in each component, or equivalent.
If you do not meet the English language requirement for your degree then successful completion of our Pre-Sessional English course will meet your English language requirement.

Scholarship

  • Academic Achievement Scholarship
  • BU Music Scholarship
  • Sport Scholarship
  • International Student Scholarship
  • Graduate Discount
  • Staff Discount 
  • Sanctuary Scholarship
  • MRes Scholarship
  • Staff Family Discount
  • Student Family Discount
  • Academic Excellence Scholarship (International)
  • Non-repayable Scholarship.
  • Chevening Scholarship External Scholarship)
  • Unite Foundation Scholarship
  • BU academic excellence Scholarship
  • UKEAS Nigeria Scholarship
  • MSc Public Health scholarship
  • Colombia Partnership Scholarship
  • Commonwealth Shared Scholarships
  • Postgraduate scholarships – International
  • Undergraduate Scholarship
  • BU International Partnership Scholarship: BNUZ China
  • Lewis-Manning Hospice Care Scholarship
  • BU/Chevening Joint Scholarship
  • BU International Partnership Scholarship: BINUS Indonesia
  • BU Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarship
  • Faculty of Management Executive Dean's ASEAN Scholarship
  • Faculty of Management Executive Dean's MBA Scholarship
  • Faculty of Management Executive Dean's Scholarship (part-time)
  • UK, CI, and ROI student scholarships
  • Events Management student named the recipient of international industry scholarship
  • Executive Dean's Scholarship - Faculty of Media & Communication (International)
  • Reham al-Farra International Scholarship in Journalism.

In addition to the loans, bursaries, and scholarships available, you may be eligible for extra financial help depending on your personal circumstances, such as the Disabled Students’ Allowances, support for students with children or dependent adults, and additional financial support available through BU.

*The information’s are correct at the time of publishing, however it may change if university makes any changes after we have published the information. While we try our best to provide correct information, It is advisable to call us or visit university website for up to date information.

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