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Bournemouth University

Poole

  • Location: Seaside, Town

About us

At Bournemouth University, our courses are crafted alongside leading industry experts, passionate about their subjects and your learning. Our approach of integrating our globally recognised research and industry practice means our degrees are designed to give you the skills and knowledge you need to pursue your passion.

Our motto is ‘To learn is to be changed.’ We are renowned for our research and teaching excellence in a range of subjects, including, forensic archaeology, business, health and as a Centre for Excellence in Media Practice.

We recognise your potential and will support you and give you the opportunity to gain real-world experience through placements, volunteering, and collaborative projects. And with over 100 clubs, societies and sports – and the opportunity to be part of our global BU community studying by the sea – that’s the difference of a degree from Bournemouth University.

Discover your degree of difference.

Bournemouth University - To learn is to change

Our motto at BU is Discere Mutari Est – to learn is to change. It’s a principle that runs through everything we do across education, research, professional practice and public engagement. When you join BU, you become a part of a learning community that strives to make an impact on the world around us – aiming for a more sustainable, inclusive and healthy society. Discover our BU story in this special video released for our 30th year of university status. Find out more: www.bournemouth.ac.uk/learn-change

What makes us different

Location

Bournemouth town is right on the seafront – the beach is a five-minute walk from the centre. You’ll find it has a good mix of department stores and independent boutique shops, along with food from around the world that will be tempting you into bars, restaurants, cafes and coffee shops.

Sand between your toes, time spent with friends, trying new sports and hobbies, making great memories – it’s all here waiting for you.

Job prospects

We work closely with employers, practitioners and professional organisations. With placement options available on every undergraduate course, we pride ourselves on supporting our students to gain real experience and develop the skills employers seek.

Accommodation

There are lots of great accommodation options available. You'll be connected with a supportive community through ResLifeBU - a unique programme within BU accommodation to help welcome you and support your transition into uni life and start making amazing memories.

University isn't just about getting a degree or living the high life of a student, it's also about growing into the person you're supposed to be. I am glad I went to BU and learnt how to live on my own and discover who I really am.

A place to belong
Alice, BA (Hons) Multimedia Journalism graduate

Course locations

Main Site

Talbot Campus, Fern Barrow, Poole, BH12 5BB

Lansdowne Campus

Lansdowne, Christchurch Road, Bournemouth, BH1 3JJ

Portsmouth: St. Mary's Community Health Campus

West Wing, Milton Road, Portsmouth, PO3 6AD

GTA University Centre

St Peter Port House, Guernsey, GY1 2PT

Talbot Campus

Talbot Campus, Fern Barrow, Poole, BH12 5BB

Yeovil Campus

91 Preston Road, Yeovil, BA20 2DN

Wiltshire College - Salisbury

Southampton Road, Salisbury, SP1 2LW

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  • Alexia

    Bournemouth University
    BSc (Hons) Psychology with Counselling
    Hi, I’m Alexia! I’m a second year student in my undergraduate degree (including a placement year), working as a student ambassador for BU. I have Portuguese parents but I was born in the UK, so I am more fluent in English but I can hold a good conversation in Portuguese :]. In the future, I want to become a counselling psychologist/therapist and also pursue music in some form (although that bit isn’t planned out yet lol). I have 2 Mainecoon cats and practice a variety of sports and musical instruments, including kickboxing and piano. It’ll be tough to balance everything this year but I’m determined to stay healthy and happy throughout my degree and make the most out of the social aspect of uni!

  • Emma

    Bournemouth University
    BSc (Hons) Geography
    I am a second year Geography student, I have a particular interest in Wildlife conservation. I love going to the beach, exploring new places and painting in my sketchbook.

  • alex

    Bournemouth University
    BSc (Hons) Psychology with Forensic Investigation
    I'm alex, I'm a final yaer psychology student, I run the psychology society and am a trustee at the student union as well as a research assistant and student ambassador at BU. On the weekend I play rugby and enjoy reading and playing music.

  • Andrew

    Bournemouth University
    BSc (Hons) Forensic Computing and Security
    I'm Andrew, a 19 year old undergraduate student, with a keen interest in anything related to computers! I love to do programming in my spare time, as well as a bit of gaming. In the future, I would like to be a penetration tester/ethical hacker, as well as doing some digital forensics :)

  • Deaglan

    Bournemouth University
    BA (Hons) Business and Management (Finance)
    My background and childhood were very active: I grew up flaying sport and especially loved football. I had various job roles before university which provided me great experience before coming to university. My passion is now for finance and I love working with numbers. My future aspirations would ideally be working within finance and/or project management, using my placement experience to gain advantage in job hunting.

  • Amelia

    Bournemouth University
    BSc (Hons) Children's and Young People's Nursing
    Hi! My name is Amelia, I’m a second year Children’s and Young People’s Nursing Student. I’m really enjoying the course and my nursing journey so far. Please feel free to message with any questions or queries you may have!

  • Charlotte

    Bournemouth University
    BA (Hons) Multimedia Journalism
    Hi, my name is Charlotte and I am starting my second year of Multi-Media Journalism at Bournemouth University. Outside of my studies, I love to watch football and I am a big music fan too. If you have any questions please don't be afraid to ask as I am more than happy to answer them ! :)

  • Emily

    Bournemouth University
    BA (Hons) Social Work
    Hi I'm Emily! I’m a third year Social Work Student, I’m passionate about social justice. Last year I was the choreographer of the ballet team so please feel free to ask any sports / societies related questions too!

  • Abigail

    Bournemouth University
    BA (Hons) Film
    Hi, I'm Abigail and I'm a second-year Film student! I'd be very happy to answer anything about filmmaking and media related questions at Bournemouth University, and what its like to move out for the first time and settle into a new city! :))

  • Faith

    Bournemouth University
    BSc (Hons) Psychology
    Hello, my name's faith, I'm currently studying psychology at Bournemouth university which I would like to use to do a graduate entry into medicine and become a psychiatrist or I would like to do my master's and PhD and become a clinical psychologist

  • Anna

    Bournemouth University
    BSc (Hons) Children's and Young People's Nursing
    Hi! My name is Anna and I am a third year Children and Young People’s nursing student. I am loving my nursing journey so far! I look forward to answering any questions or queries you may have.

  • Ella

    Bournemouth University
    BSc (Hons) Midwifery
    Hi! I am Ella, a 3rd year Midwifery Student. Alongside Midwifery my main passion is dance. I have danced all my life and I am part of BUDS (the dance society at uni!). I also enjoy spending time with my friends, especially at the beach! I am happy to answer any questions that you may have and will try my best to help :)
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