Bournemouth University (BU)

Bournemouth University (abbreviated as BU) is an educational institution of the state type in the UK that has been active in scientific activities since the distant 1992. The main building of the facility is located on the territory of a small campus in Pula.

The main part of the authoritative rankings gives University a place in the TOP-80 of the best institutions in the country.

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Bournemouth University offers its students traditional courses - bachelor's, master's and doctoral studies, as well as preparatory programs - Pathway, language courses, pre-sessional English course, etc.

Faculty of Health and Social Sciences:

• Medical sciences and public health.
• Obstetrics and Medical Sciences.
• Nursing.
• Rehabilitation and sports sciences.
• Social sciences and social work.

Faculty of Media and Communications:

• Communications and journalism.
• Humanities and Law.
• Media production.
• National Center for Computer Animation.

Faculty of Science and Technology:

• Archaeology and anthropology.
• Computer Engineering and Informatics.
• Creative technologies.
• Design and engineering.
• Life and environmental sciences.
• Psychology.

A business school that includes faculties in the relevant field, such as accounting, marketing, finance and economics, and more.

Bournemouth University is actively engaged in scientific research - at the moment there are 174 projects in various fields. Here are some of them:

• TANGERINE – a jointly developed food event to promote healthy ageing of ethnic minorities,
• LEMONADE – a catering model for the elderly,
• TOMATO – A Feasibility Study of an Intervention to Provide Dietary Care to People Living with Dementia at Home,
• "Healthy Brain, Healthy Life" is a project aimed at establishing a dialogue and interaction with ethnic minorities on brain health and dementia,
• Hybrid spaces – development of new applications for hybrid technologies,
• Bournemouth University's research in functional electrical stimulation (FES) has contributed to how patients are treated, how professional medical equipment is used, the quality of life of people with disabilities such as foot fractures,
• The work of the Research Center on Aging and Dementia at BU has led to the development of a toolkit that helps transform the food system for people with dementia,
• Pioneering low-carbon technology – development of reliable renewable energy sources.

• All of Bournemouth University's new buildings are designed to be environmentally friendly: solar panels, sensor lighting, and ground-source heat pumps that reduce carbon dioxide emissions and heat the buildings in the winter while cooling them in the summer.
• BU's Faculty of Media and Communications is home to NCCA, which boasts two Academy Award winners among its alumni. NCCA is one of the top three animation schools in the world (second in Europe and first in the UK) according to Animation Career Review 2023.
• The university has its own coat of arms, assigned by Herbal College.
• Fusion Building is a university academic building with an impressive glass dome roof.

Students are given the opportunity to live in a dormitory on the university campus, the choice of room and residence, while the type of residence depends on the program and the start date of classes.

Examples of residences:

1. Bailey point

• Opens in September
• Modern residence with 550 rooms
• 10 minutes from the university by bus
• Access to the gym
• Standard Room Price: GBP 159 per week
• Studio Price: £ 190 per week
• What is included in the price: all utilities, transport card for a year, access to the gym, Wi-Fi, parking, private bathroom.

2. Student village

• Opens in September
• Modern residence with 70 rooms
• Rooms for 3-7 people with a shared kitchen, a sitting area, 2 showers and one bathroom
• At the university, 10 minutes from the city center by bus
• Standard Room Price: GBP 133 per week
• Studio Price: £ 170 per week
• What is included in the price: all utilities, transport card for a year, Wi-Fi, bicycle parking.

3. Dorchester house

• Opens in September
• Newest residence with 590 rooms
• Standard and premium rooms with private bath
• In the city center, within walking distance of Lansdowne Campus and 10 minutes by bus from Talbot Picks. Nearby are the metro station, bus stop, supermarket
• Access to the gym
• Standard Room Price: GBP 148 per week
• Premium Room Price: £ 157 per week
• What is included in the price: all utilities, transport card for a year, Wi-Fi, parking, own bathroom, gym.

4. Chesil house

• Opens from January
• Residence at Lansdowne Campus with 200 rooms
• Rooms for 5-7 people
• Centrally located within walking distance of Lansdowne Campus and 10 minutes by bus from Talbot Picks
• Standard Room Price: GBP 132 per week
• Premium Room Price: GBP 131 per week
• What is included in the price: all utilities, transport card for a year, Wi-Fi, parking, own bathroom.

There are 130 clubs and sections for students - young people can choose several areas for study that may not be related to their specialty:

• Design
• Right
• STEM
• Culture
• Religion
• Politics
• Robotics.

Or unleash your creativity by choosing one of the many creative circles:

• Ballroom dancing
• Latino
• Painting
• Drama.

And also to find like-minded people in clubs of interest:

• Quidditch Community
• Disney society
• Harry potter society
• Meditation
• First aid

The university has more than 30 sports sections, here are some of them:

• Boxing
• Fitness
• Basketball
• Hockey
• Baseball
• Football
• Yoga.

• Bournemouth University is in the top 150 best universities in the world.
• 94% of BU studies were rated as internationally recognized or higher, 19% were recognized as world-leading.
• BU is ranked 41st in the world and 1st in the country in the 2023 Times Higher Education (THE) Young University Rankings.
• BU is ranked 5th in the UK's Impact Rankings, which assesses the performance of universities in line with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs).
• The university has received QAA accreditation, which is given for the high quality of education, modern equipment and comprehensive support for all students.
• BU Business School is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) and is ranked in only 6% of business schools accredited worldwide.
• According to the QS World University Rankings 2023 by subject, BU's hospitality and leisure management programs are ranked 19th in the world and 2nd in the UK.
• In May 2019, BU was awarded the Athena SWAN Bronze Award in recognition of achievements and commitment to improving gender equality in higher education.
• A wide range of opportunities for internships and further employment.
• 91% of graduates successfully get a job in the next few months.
• Students can take part in more than 120 clubs and communities of various directions.

This is a medium-sized educational institution, where about 20,000 students take a course each year. The academic staff of the university is approximately 900 professors and teachers of the highest category. Learn more about the life and scientific work of BU can be on the pages of the official portal of the university at www.bournemouth.ac.uk, as well as on pages on social networks such as Facebook, Youtube and Linkedin or Twitter.

The university has a large library at its disposal. Students are given the opportunity to live in a dorm on the campus. University is a member of reputable scientific organizations and groups.

Studying at Bournemouth University includes three terms (specific dates need to be specified):

• autumn
• spring
• summer.

Academic classes are held from Monday to Friday, Saturday and Sunday are days off. Students also relax during the holidays (winter and spring), on national and international holidays. Master's students can start the academic year in September or January, depending on the chosen program.

Approximate list of additional costs:

• accommodation and meals,
• optional and practical work, trips,
• training materials,
• transportation costs and payment for cellular communication,
• individual academic needs,
• personal household expenses,
• Flights
• entertainment.

• The very first thing to do before applying to Bournemouth University is to choose a field of study and faculty.
• The next step is to submit an application. It is very convenient to do this online, here you will also need to provide a package of necessary documents.
• If the application is approved by the admissions committee, then you will need to pass entrance exams (not at all faculties) and an interview (also possible online).
• Upon successful completion of the entrance exams and the availability of all the necessary documents, the student receives an invitation to study.
• Next, it remains to book a place in the residence or rent private housing, make a deposit, apply for a visa and prepare for the trip.

Admission of students is carried out on a competitive basis and subject to the availability of vacancies.

All undergraduate degrees and many of Bournemouth University's postgraduate degrees offer employment opportunities as part of their studies. From day one at BU and throughout their careers, students benefit from the support of CareersBU's experienced team, from one-on-one meetings with the team to the online career portal MyCareerHub. One way to prepare students for their careers is through a graduate development program, which can also be used online.

The university has strong long-standing ties with many local, national and international companies – from IBM to Mercedes-Benz – working closely with employers who hire students. These companies cover a wide range of organizations of different sizes in different sectors. Most courses are also accredited by professional bodies, which means that a potential employer recognizes the student's degree as professionally significant and relevant.

Moreover, many university courses offer the opportunity to study on standard equipment and in standard conditions, so that students are familiar with how everything works in a professional setting, can start working immediately after graduation.

The university regularly organises events to help find a job, such as job fairs, part-time job fairs, career seminars and employer events.

Reception is carried out by a special commission that accepts applications from both local applicants and visitors from all over the world. In order to enter a higher educational institution, all applicants are required to provide in advance a list of documents on the exams passed, the progress at the previous place of study.

Cost of education

A diploma in the direction of undergraduate and graduate courses will cost each of the applicants an amount equal to 10,000 US dollars. The students of this higher educational institution can always count on getting an education remotely or take part in student exchange programs between universities across the globe.

Bournemouth University offers a range of scholarships to undergraduate students to reward academic achievement, musical or sporting talent. Depending on the scholarship, it is possible to receive a discount on tuition fees or funding for equipment, expenses, and support services by applying for certain scholarships, while other payments will be awarded automatically if the student meets the specified criteria.

Types of Scholarships at Bournemouth University:

• for academic achievement,
• Music
• Sports
• Unite Foundation Scholarship,
• training in REACH Events Management,
• ESET women in cyber students,
• Chevening Scholarship Program,
• Scholarship for Masters in Artificial Intelligence.

The university also offers a number of International Partnership Scholarships for international students.

• Guardianship services during the studies
• Student supervision