Summary
Arts University Bournemouth (AUB) is a creative specialist, offering courses in art, design, media and performance, with an emphasis on collaboration within and between courses and with industry. It has a close, creative community at its award-winning campus (RIBA South West Award 2017). Surrounded by the New Forest and the beaches of the World Heritage Jurassic Coast, London is just 2 hours away.
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Student statistics
These stats give you an idea of what the student population looks like at this university.
Study level
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Undergraduate94%Postgraduate6%
Study mode
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Full-time98%Part-time2%
Student population MEDIUM
- 5,001–10,000 students
Where students come from
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UK86%International10%EU4%
Student gender
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Male 27%Female 73%
League table performance
See the latest league table performance of this university - overall, by subject, and its ranking during the past five years.
University League Table 2026
Ranking breakdown
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Overall score
/ Max 1000582 58%61st
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Entry standards
/ Max 215148 69%39th
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 43.13 78%51st
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Research quality
/ Max 42.63 66%100th
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Research intensity
/ Max 10.20 20%113th
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Academic services spend
/ Max 3757929 25%127th
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Facilities spend
/ Max 2164579 27%92nd
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Student - staff ratio
/ Min 9.714.447th
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Continuation
/ Max 10094.0 94%26th
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Graduate prospects – outcomes
/ Max 10056.8 57%128th
2 -
Graduate prospects – on track
/ Max 10069.8 70%113th
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Subject League Tables 2026
Subjects ranked in the top ten
Architecture ranking breakdown
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Overall score
/ Max 10082.5 83%47th
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Entry standards
/ Max 214134 63%27th
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 43.00 75%45th
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Research quality
/ Max 42.67 67%43rd
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Continuation
/ Max 10089.9 90%35th
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Graduate prospects
/ Max 10068.0 68%48th
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Campus locations
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Study options
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For undergraduate courses
Frequently asked questions
Arts University Bournemouth is a creative industries specialist that offers degrees in art, design, performing arts, architecture, and more. Students at AUB join a close-knit community. They gain opportunities for creative collaboration, access to industry-standard facilities, and input from expert practitioners. All students get plenty of support from dedicated and experienced tutors to help them reach their potential. With three local universities, Bournemouth is a thriving student town with plenty to keep you entertained outside your studies.
A degree is a fantastic way to explore subjects that interest you in greater depth and to work in a field that interests you after graduation. If you do something you enjoy, you'll never work a day in your life! If you are keen to stay in education, an undergraduate degree means you can go on to a master's degree or a PhD to become an expert in your field of interest. At AUB, you can build your skills and knowledge and your professional portfolio of work to help you take your next steps.
All AUB halls are en suite with private bathrooms. Studio flats are also available for students who want their own private kitchen. Halls have free Wi-Fi, kitchen and dining facilities, and communal areas. 24-hour security is also available on campus. Rooms have been adapted for students with disabilities in accessible halls.