Bournemouth University
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- World Rank : 401-500
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About Bournemouth University
Established in 1992, Bournemouth University (also known as BU) is a highly-ranked public university in South West England's Dorset region, United Kingdom. The origin of BU's predecessor Bournemouth Municipal College dates back to the early 1900s, which became Bournemouth College of Technology in the 1970s. BU transformed into a polytechnic institute in 1990. The institution obtained the university status and degree-granting powers under its current name in the year 1992. It has affiliation from the Association of Commonwealth Universities as well as membership of the Florence Network.
Bournemouth University Rankings
- #751-800 World University Ranking - QS 2021
- #401-500 University Ranking - THE (Times Higher Education) 2021
- #86 University Ranking (UK) - The Complete University Guide 2021
- #56 University Rankings - The Guardian 2021
- #904 Global Universities - US News & World Report 2021
Bournemouth University Course Rankings
Bournemouth University Business Courses Ranks
- #176-200 PG Business and Economics - THE (Times Higher Education) 2021
- #69 Business & Management Studies (UK) - The Complete University Guide 2021
- #82 Accounting & Finance Ranking - The Complete University Guide 2021
- #44 Business, Management & Marketing - The Guardian 2021
- #68 Accounting & Finance Rankings - The Guardian 2021
Bournemouth University Engineering Courses Ranks
- #37 Mechanical Engineering Ranking - The Complete University Guide 2018
- #44 Electrical & Electronic Engineering - The Complete University Guide 2018
- #51 Electronic & Electrical Engineering - The Guardian 2021
Bournemouth University Computers Courses Ranks
- #501-600 PG Computers - THE (Times Higher Education) 2021
- #68 Computer Science - The Complete University Guide 2021
Bournemouth University Application Process
Application portal:
- Undergraduate: UCAS or Online application form
- Graduate: UCAS, through BU online application or the Fast Track Application Form
Application fee:
- Undergraduate: UCAS applications cost 20-26 GBP
- Graduate: Not available
Supporting documents:
- Academic transcripts and certificates
- English proficiency test scores
- Reference letters
- Personal statement
- Work experience or Recognition of Prior Experiential Learning (RPEL)
- Interview or entrance tests
- Other program-specific requirements.
Bournemouth University English Language Proficiency Test Scores
| IELTS (Academic) & IELTS Indicator (until further notice) | TOEFL iBT (including Special Home Edition) | Pearson Test of English (Academic) | Cambridge English: Advanced and Proficiency | Trinity College London ISE II |
| 4.0 (B1) | 0-31 | 36 | 142 | |
| 4.5 | 32-34 | 39 | 147 | |
| 5.0 | 35-45 | 45 | 154 | |
| 5.5 (B2) | 46-59 | 51 | 162 | |
| 6.0 | 60-78 | 54 | 169 | Pass |
| 6.5 | 79-93 | 58 | 176 | Pass |
| 7.0 | 94-101 | 62 | 185 | Pass |
Bournemouth University Highlights
| Type of Institution | Public |
| Campus Setting | Urban |
| Endowment | 2.4 million GBP |
| Number of campuses | Two campuses - Talbot Campus and Lansdowne Campus |
| Total number of Professors | 828 |
| Graduate Job Rate | 91% |
| Housing | Available (12 halls) |
| International Fee | 13,750 GBP |
Bournemouth University Cost of Attendance
The information below is designed as a guide to the living expenses at university. For those who stay on-campus, the cost of utilities and transportation will be saved as the students will be given annual bus pass.
| Item | Annual amount in GBP |
|---|---|
| Tuition | 14,100-15,850 |
| Books and supplies | 210-630 |
| Accommodation | 6,499-9,275 |
| Utilities | 420 |
| Transportation | 250 |
| Laundry | 156-312 |
| Insurance | 70 |
| Food and household expenses | 2,200 |
| TV licenses | 157.50 |
| Total | 24,062.5-29,164.5 |
Know more about Studying in UK
| Tuition Fees in UK (1st Year Average) | MS: £17276 | MBA: £17276 | BE/Btech: £16632 | BBA: £15130 | BSc: £16632 | MFin: £19000 | MA: £15560 | MIM: £18241 | MEM: £16950 | MArch: £14271 | BHM: £12662 | MIS: £15344 | MEng: £12876 | MBBS: £28865| MPharm: £15452 |
| Average Accomodation & Food Costs in UK | £850 to £1,050 a month |
| Entrance Exams in UK | TOEFL: 88 | IELTS: 6.5 | PTE: 59 | GMAT: 590 |
| Work and Study in UK | Permitted for 20 hours/week with a valid study permit. |
| Post Study Work Permit in UK | 2 Year after graduation depending on the course. |
| Cost of Student Visa in UK | £348 |
| Student Visa in UK | Your nationality, duration of your stay and purpose of your stay are the three essential factors for UK visa. For Non-EU students UK visa is mandatory. |
| Intakes in UK | There are mainly two intakes in UK: January/February & September/October. |
| Top Job Sectors in UK | IT Engineering, Product Design, Mobile Development, Designers, Logistics, etc. |
| Economy in UK | Growth Rate: 1.3% (2018) 1.4% (2019) 1.4% (2020e), 6th Largest Economy in the World by Nominal |
Bournemouth University Average Tuition Fee Per Year
Undergraduate
£ 15,410
Postgraduate
£ 14,430
Costs per year
Overall cost of living
£ 3,360
Campus accommodation
£ 5,293