Arts University Bournemouth
Arts University Bournemouth overview
Arts University Bournemouth is a public university founded in 1880 in Poole, England, specializing in art, design, media, and performing arts. Established in 1880 as the Bournemouth Government School of Art, driven by strong student interest in arts education across Bournemouth and surrounding towns, the institution continued to grow and develop until 1884, when it evolved into a school of science and art. In 1913, the Schools of Science and Art in East and West Bournemouth were merged under the Bournemouth and Poole College of Art and Design.
In 1998, the institution was renamed The Arts Institute at Bournemouth and that same year was awarded the Queen's Anniversary Prize for ‘Education in the Film Industry.’ Renamed Arts University College at Bournemouth in 2009, the institution was granted full university status in 2012 under its current name, Arts University Bournemouth, and is also home to the renowned Bournemouth Film School. The second-largest university in Bournemouth and Poole, Arts University Bournemouth provides higher education opportunities to more than 3,500 students at its Wallisdown Campus.
About Arts University Bournemouth
Arts University Bournemouth is a public university founded in 1880 in Poole, England, specializing in art, design, media, and performing arts. Established in 1880 as the Bournemouth Government School of Art, driven by strong student interest in arts education across Bournemouth and surrounding towns, the institution continued to grow and develop until 1884, when it evolved into a school of science and art. In 1913, the Schools of Science and Art in East and West Bournemouth were merged under the Bournemouth and Poole College of Art and Design.
In 1998, the institution was renamed The Arts Institute at Bournemouth and that same year was awarded the Queen's Anniversary Prize for ‘Education in the Film Industry.’ Renamed Arts University College at Bournemouth in 2009, the institution was granted full university status in 2012 under its current name, Arts University Bournemouth, and is also home to the renowned Bournemouth Film School. The second-largest university in Bournemouth and Poole, Arts University Bournemouth provides higher education opportunities to more than 3,500 students at its Wallisdown Campus.
Arts University Bournemouth faculties and programs
Film Production
Fine Art
Games Art and Design
Graphic Design
Illustration
Interior Architecture and Design
Interior Architecture and Design for Health and Wellbeing
Make-up for Media and Performance
Modelmaking
Photography
Arts University Bournemouth scholarships and financial aid
Arts University Bournemouth offers a variety of scholarship programs and financial assistance opportunities for international undergraduate and postgraduate students. It should be noted, however, that scholarship programs have limited capacity and funding, that awards are granted on the basis of financial need and academic merit, and that acceptance standards are high. Prospective students who wish to explore the university's scholarship offerings can access the available programs through the link below.
Arts University Bournemouth Exam Requirements
Submitting at least one of the exams below with the required score is a prerequisite for application. The score threshold may vary by program.
How to get into Arts University Bournemouth
Arts University Bournemouth offers preparatory programs called "Pre-Sessional English Courses" and the "International Foundation Diploma (IFD)" to help incoming students prepare for higher education and develop English language proficiency.
Additionally, prospective students who wish to apply to undergraduate programs offered by Arts University Bournemouth must meet the following requirements.
- 4-Year High School Diploma
- Strong GPA
or - Acceptance to a university recognized by Arts University Bournemouth that offers a 4-year undergraduate degree program in Turkey, and completion of the first year of the undergraduate program
or - International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma
or - SAT/ACT Score
or - IGCSE, A-Level Diploma
- The GCE A-Level grades generally accepted by Arts University Bournemouth are ABB and BBB. However, accepted grade requirements vary by department. It is therefore advisable to review department-specific requirements after deciding on a program. You can contact us to learn about the required courses for your chosen program.
- English Proficiency Certificate
- An English proficiency certificate obtained through recognized exams such as IELTS, PTE Academic, CAE/CPE, or TOEFL iBT
- Official transcripts listing all courses taken and grades received throughout the applicant's secondary education
- The majority of undergraduate programs offered by Arts University Bournemouth also require a portfolio demonstrating the applicant's previous work. Applicants are therefore required to prepare a portfolio file containing prior sketches, projects, graphic work, production work, and similar pieces, and submit it along with their application to the university.
Prospective students who wish to apply to postgraduate programs offered by Arts University Bournemouth must meet the following requirements.
- 4-Year Bachelor's Degree
- Strong GPA
- English Proficiency Certificate
- An English proficiency certificate obtained through recognized exams such as IELTS, PTE Academic, CAE/CPE, or TOEFL iBT
- Official transcripts listing all courses taken and grades received throughout the applicant's undergraduate education
- A GRE/GMAT score may be required depending on the specific admission requirements of the program applied to.
- The majority of postgraduate programs offered by Arts University Bournemouth also require a portfolio demonstrating the applicant's previous work. Applicants are therefore required to prepare a portfolio file containing prior sketches, projects, graphic work, production work, and similar pieces, and submit it along with their application to the university.
Take a closer look at Arts University Bournemouth
Arts University Bournemouth conducts the majority of its activities at Wallisdown Campus, located in Poole. Situated right next to the University of Bournemouth campus and spanning approximately 4 hectares, Wallisdown Campus is about 1.5 hours from central London by bus and approximately 2 hours by train. Nearby cities such as Bristol, Bath, and Reading, as well as coastal towns like Poole, Portsmouth, Worthing, Brighton, and Eastbourne, are also easily accessible by train or bus. Wallisdown Campus houses the university's academic buildings along with numerous workshops and studio spaces.
The university library on campus holds a collection of more than 50,000 print and electronic publications covering art, design, media, and performing arts. Other notable buildings on campus include The Refectory, which houses the university's dining services; TheGallery art gallery; the MoDiP museum; the North Annexe Building, which hosts photography-related classrooms as well as computer labs and a lecture hall; the CRAB Drawing Studio; and the Student Services Building, home to the Students' Union.
Wallisdown Campus, where the university operates, offers students a wide range of facilities, services, and opportunities. The university library provides not only 50,000 print and electronic publications but also study spaces, meeting rooms, and quiet reading areas for students. The CRAB Drawing Studio, designed by Sir Peter Cook — a distinguished architect and Arts University Bournemouth alumnus — is open to all students at the university, bringing together everyone from costume designers and architects to animation students and instructors for collaborative creative work.
The university's art gallery, TheGallery, hosts exhibitions and artistic events throughout the year. MoDiP, the only accredited museum in the United Kingdom dedicated to the intersection of art and plastics, showcases design works where art and synthetic materials converge. The Refectory building, located at the very heart of the campus, offers university dining services where students can explore cuisines from around the world, while ‘Arts Bar and Costa’ on the second floor of The Refectory serves as a café/pub for students.
The university's theater, music, and dance departments put on frequent performances throughout the year, and a wide variety of student clubs and societies are active on campus.
Arts University Bournemouth has an extensive alumni network of individuals who have achieved outstanding success across various fields. Notable alumni include:
- Simon Beaufoy
- Edgar Wright
- Twinks Burnett
- Wolfgang Tillmans
- Sir Peter Cook
Arts University Bournemouth awards and achievements
- 2016 Sir Misha Black Prize
- 2 Queen's Anniversary Prize for Higher and Further Education
- Arts Prize for Education for the Film Industry
- 1 Turner Prize winners among alumni and faculty
Arts University Bournemouth Location
Poole, United Kingdom
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