العربيةStudy abroad at Bournemouth
Overview
Country
United KingdomPopulation
195,000
Universities
2
Summer / Winter Temperature
Summer: 19°C–24°C / Winter: 4°C–10°C
Why study at Bournemouth
Bournemouth is the UK's premier coastal resort town and digital creative capital on the south coast of England in Dorset, world-famous for its 7 miles of golden sandy beaches (awarded UK's #1 Best Beach on TripAdvisor), mild microclimate, and the UNESCO Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site. Bournemouth is home to Bournemouth University (BU - recognized globally as a powerhouse for Computer Animation, Visual Effects VFX, Cyber Security, Tourism, and Media Production, home to the National Centre for Computer Animation NCCA whose graduates have won multiple Academy Awards / Oscars for Hollywood blockbuster VFX including Avatar, Inception, and Blade Runner 2049), alongside Arts University Bournemouth (AUB - leading specialist creative arts, design, fashion, and architecture university). Degrees are taught 100% in English within the British higher education system with mandatory industry work placements. International students benefit from an idyllic coastal seaside lifestyle, excellent safety, direct 90-minute train connectivity to London Waterloo, and direct UK Student Visa (CAS) support.
Fees
Tuition fees in Bournemouth for international undergraduate students at Bournemouth University (BU) and AUB range between £17,500 and £19,800 per academic year for Computer Animation, Cyber Security, Business, Media Production, and Tourism Management, while postgraduate Master's programs range from £16,500 to £19,500 per year (with generous international scholarships such as the BU Academic Excellence Scholarship offering up to £3,500 tuition fee reductions). Purpose-built campus and student town halls (Lyme Regis House, Chesil House, Student Village Talbot) cost between £520 and £780 per month (inclusive of all utility bills, Wi-Fi, and UniBuses travel pass), while private student flats in Lansdowne, Winton, and Charminster range from £520 to £880 per month. General monthly living expenses range between £700 and £1,150.
Cost of Living
| Category | Cost (Pound sterling) |
|---|---|
| University student halls of residence (Lyme Regis / Chesil House - monthly inclusive with UniBus pass) | £650 |
| Rent, 1-bed private flat in Bournemouth Town Centre / Lansdowne Campus | £1,000 |
| Rent, 1-bed apartment in Winton / Charminster (main student residential area) | £725 |
| Utilities (heating, electricity, gas, water - private flat) | £185 |
| Internet (fiber optic high-speed home broadband unlimited - Virgin/BT) | £35 |
| Mobile phone plan (high 5G/4G data & calls - EE/Vodafone/O2) | £19 |
| Monthly public transport & MoreBus / UNIBUS pass (Direct connection between Talbot & Lansdowne) | £60 |
| Monthly grocery & student dining budget (Tesco / Asda / Lidl / ALDI) | £320 |
| Coffee / Beverage in café near Bournemouth Pier / Lower Gardens | £4 |
| Cinema ticket (Odeon BH2 Bournemouth) | £9 |
Admission requirements
Academic Qualifications & UCAS / Direct Application
Certified secondary school graduation certificate (A-Levels, IB, High School Diploma, or recognized Foundation Year for international students) or Bachelor's degree with official transcripts translated into English (portfolio required for animation and arts degrees).
English Language Proficiency (IELTS Academic / PTE / TOEFL iBT)
IELTS Academic (minimum 6.0 overall with no band below 5.5 for Bachelor; 6.5 for Master), PTE Academic (58+), or TOEFL iBT (80+).
Student Visa
International non-UK students require a UK Student Visa (formerly Tier 4). Bournemouth University issues the electronic Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) upon acceptance of offer and tuition deposit payment. Applicants submit the CAS statement, proof of financial maintenance funds (minimum £1,023 per month for up to 9 months outside London), and pay the Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS) for full NHS healthcare coverage.
How to Study
Choose your degree program at Bournemouth University (BU - Animation, VFX, Cyber Security, Tourism) or AUB.
Submit your application via UCAS or the BU International Direct Application Portal with academic transcripts, portfolio (if required), and English scores.
Receive your Conditional/Unconditional Offer Letter and pay the tuition fee deposit.
The university issues your electronic Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS).
Apply for your UK Student Visa online and attend your biometric appointment at VFS/TLScontact.
Fly to London Heathrow (LHR - direct National Express coach to Bournemouth in 90 min) or Southampton Airport (SOU), check into your student residence, and attend international welcome week.