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UCAS code: B50

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.
Source: Bournemouth University website

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How students describe this university

We asked more than 11,000 undergraduates to say how far they would describe their uni as having the following characteristics. We carry out this analysis where we have scores from at least 30 students. You can also see whether these ratings are high, medium or low compared to other universities.

Varied union activities

75%

High

Sporty

69%

Medium

Political

52%

Medium

Diverse local nightlife

73%

Medium

Creative

65%

Medium

Vital stats

Sources: NSS, DLHE & HESA
% of graduates in work or further study 94% Low
Average graduate salary £21k Medium
Student satisfaction score 71% Low

Number of students

17,960

students attended last year

Undergraduate / Postgraduate

76%

of students are undergrads

Full-time / Part-time

13%

of students are part-time

Male / Female

46%

of students are male

Young / Mature

20%

of students aged over 21

UK / Non-UK

6%

of students here are from outside the UK

What students say about this university

246 comments (63 students)
    • Accommodation is rather pricey, but expected as everything is just as costly. Food is expensive, I have seen myself binging on Pot Noodles a lot of the time, which although is affordable isn't always the best to fill your stomach for the day, especially just before a day of lectures on campus. However, financial support received by the University has been exceedingly helpful.

      2024, 1st year student, Accountancy

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    • Overall a decent University, the facilities are top-notch, an excellent library to study in addition to many quiet places on-campus to relax between classes, such as study pods. Haven't been attending as many social events as others, but the following football, boxing as well as the Christian Union are all clubs that I would recommend to anyone in their first year of University. The quality of lectures could occasionally be improved but are typically worth attending, depending on the subject area. Lastly, Student halls could be quieter at times, their could be occasional loud noises due to inconsiderate neighbours thumping on walls or blasting loud music at 1 in the morning, but the overall quality of accommodation is decent, definitely worth the price.

      2024, 1st year student, Accountancy

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    • There have been moments where support hasn't been completely reliable, especially from some lecturers with regards to coursework etc. Other support involving our general welfare at University is a solid 9/10, always solid advice given towards any problems students are facing with adjusting to their courses, living alone etc.

      2024, 1st year student, Accountancy

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    • My program leader is extremely helpful! He provides us many useful websites to look for placement and graduate jobs. Even introduced the Turing scheme to us, I had no idea we can access to all those benefits until he told us all those things. Besides, lecturers and program leader are very supportive, they always try their best to help students to be creative and also make an improvement every time they receive feedback.

      2024, 3rd year student, Film Studies

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    • Library has most of the resources that we need for academic purposes, which is quite nice. They also provide reference check for students who are no confident in their referencing

      2024, 3rd year student, Film Studies

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    • The university supports all the students who are struggling from living costs, there’s always a place that provides some free food and cooking ingredients. I found it extremely helpful! Plus, there’s a lot of support for students,such as academic ones and mental health ones. I feel like Bournemouth University gives me enough support during my uni life

      2024, 3rd year student, Film Studies

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