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Bournemouth University

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world rank  825

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Overview

Bournemouth University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Poole, South West England, United Kingdom. This institution also has branch campuses in Weymouth, Yeovil, Poole and Dorchester. Founded in 1992, Bournemouth University (BU) is a coeducational institution officially recognized/chartered by the Privy Council. BU provides courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, including pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. For an overview of the available degree levels and areas of study, see the uniRank table below or search the institution's website with the search engine below. This 34-year-old UK higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. International students are welcome to apply. BU also provides students with several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, housing, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, and administrative services.

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Control

Bournemouth University's Control Typepublic

Entity

Bournemouth University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Bournemouth University' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

Bournemouth University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

Identity

Name
Name (English) n.a.
Name (Non Latin) n.a.
Acronym BU
Founded 1992 Origins date back to the foundation of the Bournemouth Municipal College
Motto
Colours
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Location

Address Poole House, Talbot Campus; Fern Barrow
Poole
BH12 5BB South West England
United Kingdom
Bournemouth University's location map and satellite view Location Map
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Bournemouth University Phone Number (1202) 524 111
Bournemouth University Fax Number (1202) 702 736
Other locations Weymouth, Yeovil, Poole and Dorchester

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Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Bournemouth University is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Privy Council

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1992


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Bournemouth University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Association for Nutrition (AfN)
  • Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
  • Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International)
  • BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT
  • British Psychological Society (BPS)
  • Broadcast Journalism Training Council (BJTC)
  • Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA)
  • Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM)
  • Chartered Management Institute (CMI)
  • Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP)
  • Institute of Hospitality (IoH)
  • Institution of Engineering Designers (IED)
  • Institution of Environmental Sciences (IES)
  • Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE)
  • International Moving Image Society (IMIS)
  • Joint Audio Media Education Services (JAMES)
  • National Council for the Training of Journalists (NCTJ)
  • Professional Publishers Association (PPA)
  • Royal College of Occupational Therapists (RCOT)
  • Royal Geographical Society (with IBG)
  • Society of Sports Therapists (SST)
  • The Independent Game Developers' Association (TIGA)
  • Tourism Management Institute (TMI)


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize Bournemouth University as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Bournemouth University Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Bournemouth University is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Bournemouth University's academic range and degree level offering.



Bournemouth University: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes Yes Yes
A&H Yes Yes Yes
L&C Yes Yes Yes
B&S Yes Yes Yes
M&H Yes Yes Yes
S&T Yes Yes
Eng Yes Yes Yes

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Programs and Courses

Bournemouth University Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Bournemouth University Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Bournemouth University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Bournemouth University.



Bournemouth University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 10,000-12,499 US$ (9,110-11,390 Euro) 5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro)
International
students		 17,500-19,999 US$ (15,950-18,225 Euro) 10,000-12,499 US$ (9,110-11,390 Euro)

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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact Bournemouth University Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Bournemouth University website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Bournemouth University Admission Info


Bournemouth University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Bournemouth University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Bournemouth University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Bournemouth University has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Bournemouth University 's acceptance rate is not reported.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


Bournemouth University's International Students Admission International Students

Yes
Bournemouth University has more than 2900 international students.


Bournemouth University's Admission Office Admission Office

Fern Barrow
Poole BH12 5BB
(1202) 524 111
(1202) 961 916

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Size and Profile

Bournemouth University Size and Profile


Bournemouth University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Bournemouth University has a student enrollment ranging from 10,000 to 14,999, making it a large-sized institution.


Bournemouth University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Bournemouth University's academic staff ranges from 700 to 799 members.


Bournemouth University's Control Type Control Type

Bournemouth University is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.


Bournemouth University's Entity Type Entity Type

Bournemouth University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


Bournemouth University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Bournemouth University's main campus is located in an urban setting, meaning it is situated within a city.


Bournemouth University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Bournemouth University's adopted type of academic calendar is not reported.


Bournemouth University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Bournemouth University is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

Bournemouth University Facilities


Bournemouth University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Bournemouth University's Library


Bournemouth University's Housing University Housing

Yes


Bournemouth University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Bournemouth University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Bournemouth University Services


Bournemouth University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported


Bournemouth University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Bournemouth University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes


Bournemouth University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Bournemouth University's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


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Academic Structure

Bournemouth University Organisational Structure

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Memberships and Affiliations

Bournemouth University Affiliations and Memberships

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Social Media

Official Social Media Channels

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Free Online Courses

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bournemouth University public or private?

Bournemouth University is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.

Is Bournemouth University profit or non-profit?

Bournemouth University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of Bournemouth University in terms of enrollment?

Bournemouth University has a student enrollment ranging from 10,000 to 14,999, making it a large-sized institution.

What is the size of Bournemouth University in terms of academic staff?

Bournemouth University's academic staff ranges from 700 to 799 members.

Is Bournemouth University a coeducational institution?

Bournemouth University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Bournemouth University use?

Bournemouth University's adopted type of academic calendar is not reported.

What religion is Bournemouth University affiliated with?

None.

Does Bournemouth University admit international students?

Yes. Bournemouth University has more than 2900 international students.

What is Bournemouth University's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Bournemouth University 's acceptance rate is not reported. This university has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.

How much does it cost to attend Bournemouth University BU?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 10,000-12,499 US$ (9,110-11,390 Euro). International students: 17,500-19,999 US$ (15,950-18,225 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Bournemouth University BU located?

Bournemouth University is located in Poole, South West England, United Kingdom. Address: Poole House, Talbot Campus; Fern Barrow.

Is Bournemouth University BU accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Bournemouth University is accredited by Privy Council (since 1992).

Does Bournemouth University offer financial aid?

Not reported

Does Bournemouth University offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Bournemouth University have a university library?

Yes

Does Bournemouth University provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes

Does Bournemouth University have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Bournemouth University offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does Bournemouth University offer career services?

Not reported

Does Bournemouth University offer distance learning?

Yes

Does Bournemouth University have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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