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Undergraduate prospectus 2018


Where you belong

Bringing BU to life

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Contents Contents

Course listing .............................................2

Welcome from the Vice-Chancellor .........4

Welcome from the SUBU President .........6

Meet our bloggers and vloggers..............8

Study at BU ............................................. 10 The right course for you ......................................12Spaces that help you learn .................................14Supporting you .......................................................16

Global employability .............................. 18 Start here...work anywhere ................................20

International students ........................... 24 Information for international students ..........26

Life is for living....................................... 28 Why we love Bournemouth ................................30Bloggers’ tips ...........................................................32Happy and healthy ................................................36

Make yourself at home .......................... 38 Home from home ...................................................40Community ...............................................................42Places you could live ............................................44Campus life ................................................46

The BU experience ................................. 48 Your award-winning Students’ Union .............50We’re good sports ..................................................52

Financial sense ....................................... 54 Scholarships and bursaries ................................56Ways to fund your studies ..................................58

Open Days ............................................... 60 Come and see for yourself ..................................62

Our courses ............................................. 65 Accounting, Finance & Economics ..................66Business, Marketing & Management ..............74Computer Animation, Games & Visual Effects ................................................. 84Design & Engineering .......................................100Health & Social Care .........................................110History, Politics & Social Care ........................128Law ...........................................................................138Media & Communication .................................144 Music Technology ................................................162Sciences .................................................................168Sport ........................................................................184Tourism, Hospitality & Events ........................192New courses ..........................................................200Foundation & Top-up degrees .......................202

Essential information ...........................204 Entry requirements .............................................206Entry requirements for international students .................................... 210How to apply ........................................................212 Conditions and regulations .............................218Getting to BU........................................................220

Index ......................................................222

Timetable for your future ....................224

Tariff .......................................................225

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With 13 subject areas and over 100 courses, not to mention Foundation and Top-up degrees, your future is just waiting for you to find it. Which of these courses will see you belong at BU?

Course listing

Accounting, Finance & Economics

BA (Hons) Accounting & Business 70BA (Hons) Accounting & Finance 70MAccFin (Hons) Accounting & Finance 73BA (Hons) Accounting & Law 70BA (Hons) Accounting & Taxation 70BA (Hons) Economics 70BA (Hons) Finance & Business 70BA (Hons) Finance & Economics 70

Business, Management & Marketing

BA (Hons) Business Studies 78BA (Hons) Business Studies with Economics 78BA (Hons) Business Studies with Enterprise 78BA (Hons) Business Studies with Finance 78BA (Hons) Business Studies with Human Resource Management 78BA (Hons) Business Studies with Law 78BA (Hons) Business Studies with Marketing 78BA (Hons) Business Studies with Operations & Project Management 78BA (Hons) Global Business Management 80BA (Hons) International Business Studies 78BSc (Hons) Marketing 83BA (Hons) Retail Management 81

Computer Animation, Games & Visual Effects

BSc (Hons) Computer Animation & Visual Effects 88BA (Hons) Computer Animation Art & Design 88BA (Hons) Computer Animation Technical Arts 88BSc (Hons) Digital Creative Industries 90

BSc (Hons) Games Design 90BSc (Hons) Games Software Engineering 90BA (Hons) Visual Effects 88

Computing & information Technology

BSc (Hons) Business Information Technology 96BSc (Hons) Computer Networks 96BSc (Hons) Computing 96BSc (Hons) Cyber Security Management 99BSc (Hons) Forensic Computing & Security 96BSc (Hons) Information Technology Management 96BSc (Hons) Software Engineering 96

Design & Engineering

BSc (Hons) Design Engineering 107BEng/MEng (Hons) Engineering (part-time) 108BA (Hons) Industrial Design 106BEng/MEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering 109BA/BSc/MDes (Hons) Product Design 105

Health & Social Care

NursingBSc (Hons) Adult Nursing 114BSc (Hons) Children’s and Young People’s Nursing 115BSc (Hons) Mental Health Nursing 116

Health ProfessionalsBSc (Hons) Midwifery 117Dip HE Operating Department Practice 118BSc (Hons) Paramedic Science 119


RehabilitationBSc (Hons) Occupational Therapy 123BSc (Hons) Sports Therapy 120BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy 121

Health ScienceBSc (Hons) Clinical Exercise Science 124BSc/MNutr (Hons) Nutrition 125

Social WorkBA (Hons) Social Work 127

History, Politics & Social Studies

BA (Hons) History 132BA (Hons) Politics 133BA (Hons) Sociology 137BA (Hons) Sociology & Anthropology 134BA (Hons) Sociology & Criminology 135

Law

LLB (Hons) Business Law 142LLB (Hons) Entertainment Law 142LLB (Hons) Law 142LLB (Hons) Law & Taxation 142LLB (Hons) Law with Economics 142LLB (Hons) Law with Politics 142

Media & Communication

BA (Hons) Advertising 148BA (Hons) Communication & Media 153BA (Hons) English 160MLit English 161BA (Hons) Film 155BA (Hons) Film Production & Cinematography 154BA (Hons) Marketing Communications 149BA (Hons) Media Production 156BA (Hons) Multimedia Journalism 151BA (Hons) Photography 157BA (Hons) Public Relations 150BA (Hons) Scriptwriting for Film & Television 158BA (Hons) Television Production 159

Music Technology

BSc (Hons) Music & Audio Technology 166BSc (Hons) Music & Sound Production Technology 166 Sciences

BSc (Hons) Archaeological & Forensic Sciences 175BA/ BSc (Hons) Archaeology 172BSc (Hons) Archaeology & Anthropology 174BSc (Hons) Anthropology 173BSc (Hons) Biological Sciences 181BSc (Hons) Ecology & Wildlife Conservation 176BSc (Hons) Environmental Science 177BSc (Hons) Forensic Biology 180BSc (Hons) Forensic Investigation 178BSc (Hons) Forensic Science 178BSc (Hons) Geography 182BSc (Hons) Psychology 183

Sport

BSc (Hons) Sport Development & Coaching Sciences 188BSc (Hons) Sports Management 190BSc (Hons) Sports Management (Golf) 191BSc (Hons) Sports Psychology & Coaching Sciences 189

Tourism, Hospitality & Events

BA (Hons) Events Management 197BA (Hons) Tourism Management 198BA (Hons) International Hospitality Management 199

Foundation degrees & Top-ups 202

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Welcomefrom the Vice-Chancellor


Going to university is one of the most exciting, life-changing experiences that you’ll ever have, so choosing the right one for you is a big decision.

This prospectus is here to help you make the right choice, and is designed to show you just how and why BU is home to an inclusive, welcoming community where excellence, achievement, authenticity, creativity and responsibility are valued.

We’re here to help you succeed, and everything we do is focused on creating the perfect environment for you to do just that. We bring together world-leading research, the latest thinking from the professions and brilliant education delivered by top academics in their field to make sure that what we do in one area informs what we do in others. It’s an approach that we call Fusion. It means integrating education, professional practice and research to create something we believe offers our staff and students a truly different experience.

Every undergraduate student has the chance to go on a work placement, gaining valuable professional experience. We’re also the first UK university to be commended by the Quality Assurance Agency (QAA) for the quality of learning opportunities available to students.

We don’t believe in barriers at BU. Spend some time on our campuses, whether it is in our open-access learning spaces or one of our cafés or coffee shops, and you’ll hear experts from different fields talking and learning together. Engineers from one faculty will be talking to health experts from another about prosthetic limbs. Journalists will be working with technological experts to look at the way news is disseminated and consumed. Academic staff, postgraduate students and undergraduate students will work and research together, co-creating knowledge that makes a real difference to the world around us.

Alongside the vibrant atmosphere of collaboration we have created at BU, we also work closely with the businesses and organisations that go on to employ our graduates. We work with them to co-create new understanding, as well as ensuring our students are learning the skills they will need to meet the challenges of the future. It’s why we have such a great reputation for the quality of our graduates.

We’d love you to be a part of what we do. Find out more by visiting us on an Open Day or, if you live outside the UK, attending one of our exhibitions in your country. I hope that this prospectus shows you some of the ways that you belong at BU.

Professor John Vinney, Vice-Chancellor

Scan to see more from John, and to find out why studying at Bournemouth University is the right choice for you.

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Welcomefrom the SUBU President

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As the President of the Students’ Union at Bournemouth University (SUBU), it has been my honour and privilege to be elected by my fellow students to represent them for this year. This honour has been enhanced by the fantastic experience of undertaking this role at a university like BU. The partnership approach to developing the student experience here is very real, with countless opportunities for you to be genuine co-creators in your education, and to mix with people with different backgrounds, disciplines and experiences.

SUBU supports the university in its ambition to be one of the world’s top universities through the fusion of education, research and professional practice. As an international student making the most of my time here myself, I can vouch for the opportunities this gives all students, and the welcome you will be given to a friendly and open university. Through the UK’s best Freshers’ Fair (according to the BAM Marketing Agency), our International Commencement ceremony, and events such as Black History Month and One World Day, BU embraces and celebrates the diversity of culture and background of all our students.

At SUBU, we strive to make your experience as good as it can be and are proud to be amongst the top students’ unions in the UK. We were a finalist in the NUS Awards: Students’ Union of the year 2016, and won the NUS Education Award 2016 for our partnership work with BU in representing the student voice. You can be sure that you will be supported and well represented if you choose BU.

But it’s not all about hard work, there are well over 100 clubs, societies and activities for you to get involved with – many of them award-winning in their field – as well as opportunities to volunteer in the community and gain leadership awards for your efforts. But what makes BU different from many other universities is the way that everyone across the university works together to make these work as well as they can for you. There is no sense of them and us – it is just ‘us’ at BU, where you feel you belong.

And when it’s just time to let your hair down, we like to help with that too! The friendly community at BU extends to our social spaces and events, where we have our own nightclub you can use for parties and socials, and the biggest student Summer Ball in the country at the end of the year. 7,000 students in fancy dress at one big party is quite a celebration of your time at a great university!

I look forward to meeting you at one of our Open Days in the very near future.

Daniel Asaya, SUBU President 2016/17

Choosing a university is a big decision, so taking the time to pick the right one for you is so important. I hope you consider making Bournemouth University your choice, as I did. It’s a great university that puts students at the heart of its development – as you’ll discover in this prospectus.

Scan to find out more about SUBU at Bournemouth University, from clubs and societies to nights out and charity work.

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If you want to know what life is really like at BU, then who better to tell you than one of our student bloggers and vloggers?

Our blogs and vlogs are published by current students, and cover all manner of topics. They talk about life as a student on their course, naturally, but you’ll also find top tips for a great night out, advice on making the most of our Careers & Employability Service, what it’s like to go on a work placement, where the best place is to buy your morning coffee on campus, and much, much more.

1. Tamer AltintopBSc (Hons) Forensic Computing & Security www.bournemouth.ac.uk/ ugp-tamer-blog

2. Lydia Keys BA (Hons) Politics & Media www.bournemouth.ac.uk/ ugp-lydia-blog

3. Imogen ByersBA (Hons) Communication & Media www.bournemouth.ac.uk/ ugp-imogen-blog

4. Vedangi KulkarniBSc (Hons) Sport Management www.bournemouth.ac.uk/ ugp-vedangi-blog

5. Diman VelevBA (Hons) Tourism Management www.bournemouth.ac.uk/ ugp-diman-blog

6. Dominic Keeley BSc (Hons) Product Design www.bournemouth.ac.uk/ ugp-dominic-blog

7. Emma BrooksBA (Hons) Business Studies with Marketing www.bournemouth.ac.uk/ ugp-emma-blog

8. Jasmine CattiganLLB (Hons) Law www.bournemouth.ac.uk/ ugp-jasmine-blog

9. Misho RusanovBA (Hons) Finance & Business www.bournemouth.ac.uk/ ugp-misho-blog

10. Scott BruceBSc (Hons) Adult Nursing www.bournemouth.ac.uk/ ugp-scott-blog

11. Shaay GurungBSc (Hons) Forensic Science www.bournemouth.ac.uk/ ugp-shay-blog

12. Hugh ChigorimboBSc (Hons) Games Technology www.bournemouth.ac.uk/ ugp-hugh-blog

13. Chris LuxBSc (Hons) Music & Sound Production Technology www.bournemouth.ac.uk/ ugp-chris-blog

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You’ll see student bloggers and vloggers throughout this prospectus, giving their view on the things that make them belong at BU.

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Television studio, Talbot Campus

The right degree for you 12

Spaces that help you learn 14

Supporting you 16

Wherever you want your career to take you, we can give you the skills and experience you need to get there. See for yourself why joining BU could be the best decision you’ll ever make.

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degree for youThe right

The Student Centre, Talbot Campus

“It’s important to never let anyone pressure you into decisions you’re likely to regret, or copy a friend for no other reason than to be close to them.”

BU blogger Dominic Keeley Scan to see Dominic Keeley’s blog about what to consider when choosing your degree.

A work placement for every studentAll undergraduate students at BU have the chance to undertake some form of work placement as part of their degree. This can be a full year or a shorter placement, but it gives you a great opportunity to put your learning into practice, making great contacts and adding valuable experience to your CV!


We offer over 100 undergraduate courses, so whatever you’re into, we’re bound to have something that appeals. Most of our courses are full-time, but part-time options may be available too – see the relevant course page on our website for more detail.

Here we take a quick look at what each different level of qualification entails to help you make sure you make the right choice for you. We regularly review all of our courses to take advantage of new approaches to learning and teaching, as well as developments in industry. Please make sure you check our website for the latest details on all our degrees.

Bachelor’s degree After completing your degree you will leave BU with one of these titles: Bachelor of Arts (BA), Bachelor of Science (BSc) or Bachelor of Law (LLB). All are equal in status. Most of our Bachelor’s degrees are available with Honours. For more information visit www.bournemouth.ac.uk/courses.

Four-year ‘sandwich’ degree with work placementA Bachelor’s degree, where you spend your third year on a professional placement that is ‘sandwiched’ between your second and final (fourth) year of study. Placements challenge you to test the skills and knowledge you learn during the course in a ‘real world’ environment, adding practical experience to your CV.

Integrated Master’s degreeIntegrated Master’s degrees are an exciting opportunity to combine undergraduate and postgraduate study. You’ll undertake the undergraduate elements of the subject in the same way as our other undergraduate degrees, but you will study for an extra year. That final year will see you studying some units at Master’s degree level, and you will graduate with a Master’s degree. Integrated Master’s are a fantastic choice if you know you want to study to Master’s level in your subject because they are classed as a single qualification, which means you are eligible for Tuition Fee Loans and most of the same financial support as undergraduate students for the full duration of your studies.

International Foundation CertificateWe offer one-year International Foundation Certificate courses, prior to degree study, through the Bournemouth University International College. For more information visit www.bournemouth.ac.uk/international-college.

Foundation degree A two-year course that can lead to a BA or BSc qualification following a further year of study. Taught mainly at our Partner Colleges, some Foundation degrees allow students who successfully complete the first year of study to leave with a Certificate of Higher Education (CertHE). See page 203 for more information.

Undergraduate ‘Top-up’ degreeA final-year Level 6 course for students who have completed, with the required grades, either a Higher National Diploma (HND), Foundation degree or overseas qualification at the equivalent level. You will graduate with a UK Bachelor’s degree in one year. See page 203 for more information.

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help you learnWe believe that people learn best when they have the right equipment and environment in place to support them

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Scan to see some of the facilities you can expect to get hands-on with.

Check out the 360º views of our facilities. www.bournemouth.ac.uk/360-videos

The Fusion Building, Talbot Campus

That’s why we’re committed to giving you access to state-of-the-art facilities to help you reach your potential while you are with us. We’ve invested heavily in new academic buildings, a Student Centre, and improved library and IT facilities.

Brand new learning spacesWe know that there’s much more to great universities than great buildings - but we also believe in making sure our staff and students are in the kind of environment that enables them to fulfil their potential. Our new campus buildings have been designed to support the imaginative, collaborative way we work. The Fusion Building, our new academic building in the heart of Talbot Campus, has nearly 6,000m2 of learning space spread over five floors. With 28 seminar rooms, three lecture theatres, research space, learning areas and a relaxing roof-top terrace café, it’s the ideal environment to work together with your fellow students and lecturers. It’s designed to break down barriers between different areas, so you’ll soon get used to hearing experts from different backgrounds discussing innovative and collaborative ways to solve problems.

More to comeCurrently in development are our two gateway buildings, one each on Talbot and Lansdowne Campus. They will provide amazing new facilities for students from all our faculties. The building on Talbot Campus will be home to TV studios, editing suites, sound stage, audio studios, PC labs, screening room, a motion capture and green screen facility, and cross-faculty collaborative learning spaces. The Lansdowne Campus building will be for our Faculty of Health & Social Sciences, but will be open and accessible to all students and staff, as well as the local community.

Library and learning resourcesOur libraries on both campuses give you access to electronic, print and multimedia resources with staff on hand for support. As well as computers and Wi-Fi for laptops and mobile devices, we have technobooth learning spaces to make group work easier, more involving, and much more interactive. We have quiet study zones too, to allow you to concentrate in peace and quiet.

Our large collections of e-books and e-journals together with printed collections mean that you have extensive access to the resources that you need for your assignments. You can access thousands of resources online (including more than a quarter of a million e-books) and search through them wherever you are. You can also download the iBU app, which lets you access library services and many of our e-collections, including reading list materials, on your mobile device.

24/7 accessOur Open Access Computing Centres are open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and there is other specialist equipment available around the campuses. As well as our extensive Wi-Fi network, we have over 500 open access computers.

Brilliant subject-specific facilitiesOf course, to really hit the ground running as you start your career, you’ll need to know how to use the same industry-specific equipment that you’ll encounter in your job. That’s why we go to great lengths to ensure you have access to facilities, hardware and software that is at least the same standard you will find in your industry.


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Supporting youWe want you to succeed while you’re at university, and we do our best to help and support you along the way.

“Jack the dog is the star of the ALS team. He is super cute and loves a cuddle, which really helps when you are in need of additional support or just want to unwind during stressful periods.”

BU blogger Lydia Keys Scan to read Lydia’s blog about our support services, and to learn more about the ways we can help.

Lydia and our assisted learning dog, Jack.

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Whether you’ve just finished college or are returning to education from the world of work, we’re here to help you make the transition to university life. Here are just some of the ways we do it.

How we help you learnTo help you to reach your full potential, our Study Skills Community provides online and face-to-face support for all BU students. Online materials on our virtual learning environment (myBU), workshops and individual sessions are available to help you improve academic skills like note-taking, academic writing, revision/exam techniques and referencing. If English is not your first language and you feel you need help in this area, we have resources designed to help you improve your English. You can also make an appointment to see the Language Adviser to discuss your needs.

Peer Assisted LearningIf you’d be more comfortable talking to a fellow student, then our Peer Assisted Learning (PAL) scheme might be for you. You’ll work in a group alongside a trained Student Leader from your course who’ll help you to develop your study and learning strategies. PAL sessions are friendly and informal, and the emphasis is on the group working together to help each other, with the PAL Leader guiding the discussion.

Students who have attended PAL sessions in the past have told us that the scheme boosted their confidence, helped them develop closer relationships with others on the same course, and reassured them about any concerns they had about student life.

Support at BUIn 2013 we became the first UK university to achieve a ‘commended’ judgement for the quality of student learning opportunities from the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (QAA). The QAA looks at many areas of how an institution supports students, including how it enhances the professional standards of its teaching staff, the academic support students receive, the resources available to students (including the library and IT facilities), and the general support they receive.

Additional Learning SupportIf you have a learning difference such as dyslexia, dyspraxia, ADD or ASC, or a medical or mental health condition, or a sensory or physical impairment, learning adjustments may be needed. By contacting Additional Learning Support (ALS), we will be able to identify the most appropriate support for you. As well as one-to-one learning support, which could be tuition and/or mentoring, we can also advise you on diagnoses and funding assistance from the Disabled Students’ Allowances (DSA). ALS supports BU students at the Talbot and Lansdowne campuses, Anglo-European College of Chiropractic, Yeovil College, Portsmouth, Salisbury and other off-campus venues by arrangement.

We’ll support you to learn strategies so that you are not only empowered to achieve the required academic standards, but also have the employability skills needed during placements and beyond graduation. You will be able to access a range of support services, but some types of very specialist support that are usually supplied by the UK Social Services will not be available for overseas students. To find out more about ALS and the services and support we can provide, please call us on +44 (0)1202 965663, email [email protected] or for more information visit www.bournemouth.ac.uk/als.

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“I’ve learned so much at Virgin Media. I’ve developed lots of technical skills, learning new ones and enhancing things I could already do.”

Chloe Mulligan, BA (Hons) Business Studies student, currently working as an insight analyst at Virgin Media Head Office on her placement. Scan to see more students discussing their work placements as part of our #MyPlacementStory campaign.

Your time at BU will prepare you for a truly global career. From overseas placements to embedding a global agenda in our curriculum, you’ll graduate with the skills and understanding to play a key role in an inter-connected world.

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…work anywhereStart here…

“I think the best thing about the course is the placements you can do… You can get really good experience.”

Theo Clitherow, BSc (Hons) Applied Geography (now BSc (Hons) Geography)

Scan to read Theo’s story about what it’s like to do your work placement in the Bahamas and Ecuador.

That’s because our degrees are designed to make you globally employable, so you can pursue your dream career wherever it may take you. Wherever you work, the global understanding and experience that you will acquire at BU can help you better understand the increasingly international nature of the world today.

Getting your degree is not the end of the journey – it’s the start.

Placements for everyoneProfessional work placements are key to what we are doing at BU. Every undergraduate student at BU has the chance to do one, whatever course you are studying. We believe that they give you the best chance of securing a great job to start your career, and we have more students on placements than any other university in Great Britain.*

Some placements last for 30 weeks, after your second year, but others are shorter. What better way to show potential employers that you have what it takes? It’s an experience that works both ways, too. You’ll return to your studies with a clearer understanding of the industry you are looking to enter, and will be able to direct your learning to become the kind of professional you want to be in a much more informed way.

The skills you’ll pick up on placement will also help when it comes to starting your career – 93.6% of our UK-based graduates are in work or further study within six months of graduating.**

Working hand in hand with industryMany of our staff have worked, or still work, in the industry that they lecture in, bringing that knowledge and understanding of best practice and latest developments into their lectures and seminars.

We have excellent relationships with many multi-national companies – from IBM to Mercedes-Benz – and work closely with employers who recruit our graduates or take students for work placement. As a result, we can tailor our courses to meet industry needs – making your degree immediately applicable, and helping ensure your future employability. We were also listed fifth in the top 20 universities collaborating with graduate start-up companies.***

We’re proud of the high regard we are held in by industry, and many of our courses are accredited by the biggest names in their industries. As a result, they carry immediate professional credibility once you have graduated.


* According to HESA, the Higher Education Statistics Agency, 2013.** Destinations of Leavers from Higher Education survey 2014/15.***Encouraging a British Invention Revolution; Sir Andrew Witty’s independent ‘Review of Universities and Growth’, commissioned by the Department of Business, Innovation and Skills, published 15 October 2013.

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“My placement has helped me to think about my career, and give me a clearer idea of the kind of Master’s degrees I would like to pursue next. ”

Josie Hagan , BSc (Hons) Archaeology, currently working for the New Forest National Park Authority on her placement. Scan to see more students discussing their work placements as part of our #MyPlacementStory campaign.

Josie Hagan in the New Forest National Park.

Time to get competitiveSecuring a great work placement is just as competitive as securing a great job. You’ll need to demonstrate talent, commitment and initiative – but we’re here to help you along the way. You’ll start making industry contacts in your first year, and you’ll begin applying for placements in your second year.

Through an online careers system, MyCareerHub, and a professional team of careers advisers, our Careers & Employability Service can help equip you with the necessary skills and experience to stand out when it comes to securing the work placement you want – and, of course, the best possible start to your career once you graduate.

Broaden your skills – and your horizonsYou can take your work placement (or a period of your study) abroad for a truly global experience. Seeing first-hand how your industry works in an international setting can really make sure your CV is promoted to the top of the pile, and it’s an opportunity that plenty of our students have made the most of.

• Over 270 students were involved in global placements in 2015-16, while 733 students studied, worked or volunteered abroad.

• 76% of students believe that a global mobility experience gives them the edge when applying for jobs (British Council, 2015).

• 64% of employers think international experience is key for recruitment (European Council, 2014).

• We have partnerships with over 70 top universities across the globe. From France to Florida, from Turkey to Thailand, you’ll be able to study for a semester or year abroad – with your teaching in English and your marks counting towards your final degree.

Get ready for the global marketplacePreparing you for the global marketplace is an important part of what we do. The Global Talent programme will prepare you with opportunities and activities across the university for the working world, while our Global BUddies scheme is another opportunity for you to experience the culture and background to different countries by meeting your fellow students from over 130 countries here at BU.

How a placement can kickstart your careerMany of our students return to their placement employer for their graduate role, with the placement year having demonstrated their worth to the organisation, as well as enabling the student to see what they can expect in a full-time role.

Many of our students return to their placement employer for their graduate role and that continued relationship with the university opens so many doors for the next generation of students on your course – you’ve been in their shoes. Being part of our Alumni network and returning to BU can be a really rewarding experience, and gives you the opportunity to meet the talent of tomorrow.

Careers support and helpIn an increasingly competitive jobs market, you need to be able to stand out from the crowd. You can use our Careers & Employability Service for up to three years after you graduate to help get you ahead – and keep you there. We also run recruitment fairs and employer events to help introduce you to companies such as JP Morgan, John Lewis, Microsoft, Intel and Disney.

Keep on coming backLots of our students come back to BU once they are in a position to recruit staff themselves. They know the quality of our degrees, and they understand just how well BU students fit into the workplace – so studying at BU is a great networking opportunity as well. You might even choose to come back and take your own studies further.


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Find out more Here’s where to find out all about how to apply to BU, student accommodation and much more:

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Accommodation 38

Fees, funding and scholarships 54

Entry requirements 210

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Wherever you’re from, we know you’ll soon be calling Bournemouth ‘home’. We have lots of dedicated information for international students, and this section will point you in the right direction to information tailored to you.

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International studentsOur global outlook is embedded into everything we do and teach. To meet the needs of our international students, we offer dedicated academic and pastoral support.

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Preparatory programmesBU International College, a partnership between BU and Kaplan International Colleges, offers a range of preparatory courses for non-UK students who need an extra year of study before starting an undergraduate course at BU. Successfully completing the preparatory programme guarantees your place on your BU course. www.bournemouth.ac.uk/preparatory-programmes.

Why we stand out• Dedicated international admissions team who understand your academic

background• Guaranteed scholarships for academically excellent students• Your tuition fee is fixed when you join us – it won’t increase in later years• BU courses are designed with employability in mind – real degrees for real jobs• All our undergraduate students have the chance to take a work placement as part

of your course• We are home to the only Centre for Excellence in Media Practice (CEMP) in the UK

and are recognised by the United Nations World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) as a Centre of Excellence in Tourism.

Meet BU in your countryWe’re often travelling overseas and would love to meet you in your country to discuss your future. If you cannot see us in person we also host webinars and social media groups throughout the year. To find out more, please visit www.bournemouth.ac.uk/overseas-events. If you have any questions email us at [email protected].

International student support We offer a free airport pick-up service if you are arriving in September and a meet and greet service if you join us in January so a friendly face is the first thing you’ll see when you get here!

Starting one week before your course begins in September, our International Students’ Orientation Programme (ISOP) will give you extra information about things which are particularly relevant to international students, such as the UK academic system, immigration information, cultural transition, and shopping and budgeting for life in the UK. Find out more at www.bournemouth.ac.uk/isop. If you are an exchange student starting a BU course in January, you will have a tailored orientation programme during your first week of study.

Our dedicated support includes guaranteed university accommodation (if you apply before the deadline, terms and conditions apply), immigration and visa advice, social and cultural events, and excursions throughout the year.

ScholarshipsYou may automatically receive an Academic Excellence Scholarship if you have achieved an outstanding academic profile from your last qualification, whether you join BU from year one, year two or in the final year (including Top-up degrees). If you pay your fees in full at enrolment, you will also receive a 5% discount. Remember, our fees do not go up each year during the course of your study! See www.bournemouth.ac.uk/ug-funding for full details.

International Partnerships We are a truly international university and have research, exchange and teaching links with colleges and universities around the world. Please visit www.bournemouth.ac.uk/discover/global/global-partnerships for more details.

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Life is for

livingBournemouth pier zipline.

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Images © Bournemouth Tourism

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You’re not just coming to Bournemouth to study. You’re coming here to live.

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Bournemouth……and why we think you will too.

Why we love

Scan to take a virtual trip round Bournemouth

Belong in Bournemouth

Bournemouth beach.

Image © Bournemouth Tourism


Some people think speeding down a zipwire is a great way to unwind. Some prefer a muddy bike ride through the New Forest. Others would rather kick back on the beach with a barbecue and a few friends. In Bournemouth, you can do all that and more...

In the townThe town itself is right on the seafront – the beach is a five-minute walk from the centre of town. If you can tear yourself away from the feeling of sand between your toes, you’ll find Bournemouth has a good mix of high street brands, department stores and independent boutique shops. Many offer a discount with an NUS Extra card too.

Eat, drink and be happyThere’s plenty of places to let your hair down in Bournemouth, day or night. There’s loads of choices when it comes to pubs, bars, clubs, music venues and theatres. Whatever cuisine you’re into, you’ll find somewhere serving it – and the same goes for the kind of vibe you like for your nightlife. Whether you want a noisy night out clubbing with your mates or a chilled one in a quiet bar, there’ll be a place you can enjoy. The town attracts big names to venues like the Bournemouth International Centre (BIC), the O2 Academy, the Pavilion Theatre, and SUBU’s very own venue, The Old Fire Station. The town square often has live music and activities too.

Other places to playMany of our students tend to find places to stay from their second year in Winton and Charminster, an area that is ideally situated halfway between our campuses. While both are a short stroll or bus ride away from Bournemouth town centre, they are also home to their own unique culture, with a friendly, metropolitan feel. A stroll along either high street will see you greeted by the smells of food from around the world – Bedouin, Lebanese, Turkish, Italian, Spanish, Greek, Thai, Indian, Chinese and Japanese food are just some of the cuisines that will be tempting you into the bars, restaurants, cafés and coffee shops that line the pavements.

That famous beachFancy a swim, a spot of sunbathing or surfing between lectures? Bournemouth’s seven-mile golden beach holds four European blue flags and two Seaside Awards. Stroll along the traditional English pier and try out the zipwire, turn your hand to surfing or paddleboarding, or go for something a little more relaxing by grabbing a coffee and something to eat at one of the many cafés and restaurants. The beach is also host to the largest free air festival in Europe, which takes place every summer. If you’re a fan of rare planes and jaw-dropping aerobatics displays, visit www.bournemouthair.co.uk and see what’s in store for next year.

“Charminster and Winton are great places to live. Lots of students choose to stay there because they are close to the university, and have a youthful atmosphere and a diverse range of cultures and cuisines.”

Shaay Gurung, a BU blogger

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Bloggers’ tipsfor being your best you

Four of our bloggers pass on their advice for making the most of your first year at university

BudgetingYou don’t have all the money in the world to spend on food, clothes and travelling, so you have to set a budget for the month and make the most of the advantages of your NUS extra card. Most of your money will be spent on food and drinks – so try and buy in bulk when you’re living with flatmates and you’ll see big savings. I certainly would also suggest taking a packed lunch along with you to uni because buying food from Starbucks in every day is not good for your wallet!Vedangi

TimeMake sure your time management is on top form so that you can fit everything in to your busy schedule. I use a diary to help. Making sure you know where you have to be and when makes life much easier.Scott

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EatingFood is fuel that keeps you going. Don’t skip your meals for work – try to eat healthily because, believe it or not, your parents were right when they said regular, healthy and timed meals will help you think faster and get fitter.Vedangi

RoutineIt’s best to have everything organised for the week ahead before it begins. Everything gets so busy that it’s easy to start forgetting the bits and pieces of work you were supposed to do and that’s not only bad for your grades – the added stress it can cause can be bad for your health too. Vedangi


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You’re not alone – there are so many different support systems to help you if you’re going through a tough time, whether its work related, health related or accommodation related.Imogen

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It’s not all about concentrating on healthy meals though - to maintain a healthy body some physical activity is equally as important. Make the most of the amazing facilities that SportBU has to offer and why not try out a new sport?Socialising will not be a problem after you’ve attended the Freshers’ Fair - you get the opportunity to join any clubs and societies that interest you, meet some of the best people and start doing the things you’ve always wanted to try.Vedangi

Make friends and connections across courses. This might come in handy with some projects or later in your career.Nanna

Making friends and staying healthy

Scan to see Vedangi’s student survival blog.

Ask for help if you need it. There’s a wealth of information and support systems in place for students, so just ask... even if it’s someone in a year above you, I’m sure they’d happily help. Scott


Become an independent learnerNo one will force you to do anything at university and this can be both the best and the worst part about it! You decide what’s best for you. You complete your work on time or you learn the hard way that organising your time and meeting deadlines is your responsibility. If you do find that difficult, don’t worry – the university has excellent opportunities to talk to a counsellor or you can get in touch with wellbeing services.Vedangi

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healthyYour health and wellbeing are an essential part of making the most of your time at BU.

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Scan to see some a blog from Louis that talks about some of the help and support we offer at BU.

Don’t just take our word for it

Talbot Campus


When you are healthy and happy, we don’t think anything can hold you back – so here are some of the ways we try to give you the perfect launchpad for success.

Medical Centre Located on Talbot Campus, it offers a full range of medical services, health and sexual advice. Students can register here with a university GP. There is also out-of-hours and emergency support.

ChaplaincyOur multi-faith Chaplaincy provides space for reflection on both campuses. We also have an Islamic Prayer Room with wash facilities on the Talbot Campus, as well as a Kosher kitchen. You are welcome to use the Chaplaincy whether you have a faith or not. The team will support you whatever your background and is there to listen, help and advise. The Chaplaincy team also runs a number of social events so it’s a great place to meet other students and make new friends..

ChildcareWe have an Ofsted-registered onsite nursery on Talbot Campus for the use of students with young children.

Music CentreUniversity Music offers a huge range of opportunities, with music lessons for beginners to advanced musicians, practice rooms to hire out, music scholarships available, ensembles to join and many free concerts for students throughout the year. It’s the perfect place to add another string to your bow – almost literally.

Health and fitnessAs you will see on page 52, all students can make the most of SportBU’s excellent facilities. Sport at university isn’t all about competing at the highest level – from just keeping fit to having a kickabout with a few friends, we have the facilities to help you stay healthy, have fun, and meet new people.

Student Wellbeing Service Our Student Wellbeing Wervice is provided in partnership with our local NHS Foundation Trust. It offers free support aimed at boosting your resilience, improving your wellbeing, and managing your mental health. Services include drop-in sessions, workshops, group and individual wellbeing sessions, and counselling.

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Purbeck House, Lansdowne Campus

Guaranteed accommodationIf you’ve applied to UCAS by the 15 January deadline (UK/EU) or the 30 June deadline (non-EU students) then your accommodation is guaranteed as long as you meet the terms and conditions outlined at www.bournemouth.ac.uk/accommodation.

Your new home is waiting for you at BU. We’ve got loads of great accommodation options, and you’ll soon find yourself settling in. We can’t wait to show you round!

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Scan to see Benny’s story as he moves into his new home on Talbot Village, and to see some of our accommodation.

Belong in Talbot Student Village


When you’ve finished your day at university, our smart, modern Halls of Residence are the ideal place to relax and unwind. Take a look at where you could be living for your first year at BU – make yourself at home!

You’ll get your own room to sleep and hang out in, so you don’t need to worry about a snoring room mate – you’ll have somewhere you can go to get away from it all and relax.

With the exception of the Student Village, you’ll also have an en-suite shower room for extra privacy, while our high-speed internet access can handle all the research you want to throw at Google – or the best Netflix or Amazon Prime has to offer.

You’ll also share a well-equipped kitchen and living area with your new housemates, ideal for getting to know each other and hanging out together. There are laundry facilities on site, for which you’ll have to pay a small extra charge.

Everything’s included – even the UNIBUSAll your bills are included – no extra money to find for gas, electricity, water or broadband – and your rent also includes the price of a BU bus pass* (though you can opt out of paying extra for the bus pass if you don’t want one).

Bournemouth also has great train, airport and ferry links. We don’t have much car parking at BU, but with great travel connections and plenty of cycle storage, you won’t miss your car for a minute. It’s all part of our commitment to being environmentally responsible – an approach that has seen us win an EcoCampus Platinum award.

Great accommodation for everyoneFor students with disabilities, we do have some dedicated accommodation available– just let us know what your needs are when you apply for your accommodation and we’ll do everything we can to help. If you have a partner or a family, we can advise on alternative accommodation options.

We manage some housing ourselves, but most sites are owned and managed by our partner providers such as UNITE Students, Campus Living Villages (CLV) and Greystar.

UniLet shared housesIn a UniLet shared house, you’ll still have your own single room with a bed and desk, as well as storage space for your stuff. You’ll have access to a well-equipped shared kitchen and living area, and a shared bathroom. Like our other accommodation, bills (including high-speed internet) are included as is a BU bus pass – easy to use, as your house is guaranteed to be near one of our bus routes. UniLet housing offers a more independent university experience, though you’ll never be more than four miles from BU (and UniLet houses are often closer than that). You’re likely to find yourself living in the same areas as second- and final-year students, so you have even more opportunity to make new friends.

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Moving to university is about much more than bricks and mortar. Your BU accommodation is going to be the backdrop to some amazing memories with new friends and experiences. When you come to BU, you’ll be joining a community – and you can be sure of a warm welcome.

BU Res Life is all about creating an inclusive, friendly and supportive community in your halls of residence – so you can meet new people, and make the most of your time here.

Resident Assistants live in the halls or the local area, and are responsible for organising social activities that bring your halls together – after all, why have neighbours when you could have friends? They are also a point of contact if you have any questions about your accommodation, or what is going on in halls, on campus or in town.

You’ll also find lively social media groups for you to share news and events with your fellow residents, and keep up to date with what’s being planned. Welfare Co-ordinators also live on site, and are there to give you extra guidance and advice if you need it.

It’s all about settling quickly, happily and healthily – setting you up for the most memorable time of your life.

“I am a Resident Assistant for the Student Village in Bournemouth. Not only does this mean I get to live in (my opinion) the best residence in BU, but I also have my two wonderful friends as my housemates. Together we put on events for everyone in the Student Village (and beyond) to enjoy, these range from Sunday brunch, board game nights, gaming tournaments, ice-skating and laser tag.

Res Life has been a fantastic programme in order for us to provide these events, helping produce a real sense of community in the residence. We are here as a point of contact for anyone who needs it, helping others get to where they need to go and listening to any event suggestions that they want to happen. Being students ourselves, we certainly understand the pressures deadlines and student life cause, as well as the need for outlets that aren’t always partying or clubs.

Personally, Res Life has really helped me improve my confidence and meet many people who I would never have talked to without it. So remember, if you see a member in an orange T-shirt, be sure to say hello!”

Georgina Markey, Resident Assistant, Student Village

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Places you could liveThese indicative prices include the cost of gas, water, electricity, broadband and a bus pass.

Chesil House

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Corfe HousePoole

Total Rooms

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Cranborne House

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Dorchester House

Lansdowne Campus

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Yes Yes £137

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Student VillageTalbot

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No Yes £120

How to bookThere are two stages to completing the online accommodation application booking; we’ll email to let you know when you can complete each stage. You’ll be able to book your accommodation as soon as you have met the conditions of your offer. See our website for up-to-date prices and for more information www.bournemouth.ac.uk/accommodation.

UniletShared Houses


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No No £100 - £125

Lyme Regis House

Lansdowne Campus


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No Yes £127

Purbeck House

Lansdowne Campus


518 5 - 6 In room (BU)


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Both our campuses are home to everything you need to work, rest and play. Here are some of the ways you can fill your time between lectures.

But is it art? (Yes)You’ll find thought-provoking art throughout the university. We’re home to pieces by regional, national and international artists, and we also host exhibitions in our Atrium Art Gallery. If you feel inspired yourself, our Atrium Balcony Lounge has been designed as a creative space for drawing, creative thinking or quiet contemplation.

Shop ‘til you dropThe SUBU-run shops on campus stock all the basics you need to get you through your day, including stationery, magazines, drinks and snacks. If you need anything more substantial, there are shops and supermarkets within easy walking distance of both our campuses.

Our student centreOur £10 million Student Centre on Talbot Campus only opened in 2015, but our students have already made themselves right at home. It houses SUBU as well as extra social learning space, and is a great place to spend time between lectures. It’s connected to The Sir Michael Cobham Library via a walkway, and it’s right next door to SportBU as well, making it the ideal place to base yourself during the day.

Food and drinkThere’s plenty of different places to eat and drink on campus, whatever it is you are looking for. If it’s a beer and a burger (or a mouthwatering pizza) then Dylan’s Kitchen & Bar is the place for you. Our Fusion Café and Fusion Terrace offer fabulous food and great views, while there are lots of coffee outlets, smoothie bars and places to grab a good meal on both campuses.

If you’re looking for a big night out, then The Old Fire Station is the place for you, with guest DJs, live music and brilliant comedy nights all on the menu.

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The BU experienceNerve Radio studio, Talbot Campus


Outside of your studies, there’s a whole world of new friends and exciting activities to immerse yourself in at BU. From joining a society (or founding your own!) to taking up a new sport or stepping up to represent SportBU at national level, there’s lots to keep you busy.

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“A great way to meet new people is to join a society. The number of societies available to join is incredible, and if you can’t find one you like, you can start up your own!”

BU blogger Imogen Byers Scan to read Imogen’s blog about societies, sports, and making new friends at BU.

SUBU Sabbatical Officers

What is SUBU?Activities. Volunteering. Great events.SUBU’s biggest department is Activities – dedicated to bringing you a mind-boggling range of clubs, groups and academic societies to try, so that you can pursue your interests with like-minded people.

There’s also a big media team at SUBU, running a radio station, TV and a magazine. Volunteering gives you the chance to dedicate some time to a good cause, from a five-minute drop-in session to running a project. And there’s RAG (Raising & Giving) where you can find yourself hitchhiking abroad or going on the trip of a lifetime, all whilst fundraising for good causes.

The Old Fire Station (near the Halls of Residence at Lansdowne) is the night-time SU events hub, hosting buzzing club nights for every taste as well as comedy shows, gigs and more. Dylan’s Bar on campus also throws a range of events if you want things a bit less frantic. Closing the year, SUBU puts on the country’s largest Summer Ball send-off for 7,500 smiling fancy-dress-clad students.

Leadership and representationSUBU offers leadership opportunities to all of its members. You could run for one of 50 Student Council elected roles. Or you could stand for election as your course Student Rep, gathering feedback and presenting it to the university. The Representation department manages over 600 reps dedicated to improving courses, and its innovative ideas and operation helped win the NUS Award. You could even end up as one of the five full-time officers who lead the Students’ Union.

Helpful student adviceSUBU has its own advice service, which is free, independent and confidential, to help ensure your time at BU runs smoothly. Whether you’re feeling a little homesick, or you are after some finance or academic help, our trained advisors are on hand to listen and offer guidance and support.

When you visit BU please make sure you drop by our stand and say hi. SUBU is run by students for students, so you can be sure you’ll get a warm welcome.

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The Students’ Union at Bournemouth University is one of the best Students’ Unions in the country, with two prizes from 2016 to prove it – the NUS award for ‘Best Students’ Union – Education’ and the BAM award for ‘UK’s Best Freshers’ Fair’. SUBU simply exists to make your university experience excellent, helping you make friends, get your voice heard, and take part in life-enriching activities, societies and things to do. When you start at BU, you will automatically become a member of SUBU.

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Find out more at www.subu.org.uk

Facebook.com/sububournemouth @sububournemouth

Registered in England charity #1144886

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Whether you’re a top athlete or just want to keep fit and active, SportBU has something for everyone – and it’s a great way to make new friends.

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“Social sessions are held throughout the week and you can just pop along with no necessary commitment; they’re great because you get to meet lots of students on different courses. ”

BU blogger Imogen Byers Scan to read Imogen’s blog, and to see the kind of activities that SportBU offers our students.

SportBU exercise class, Talbot Campus

State-of-the-art sports facilities• Fitness suite – with up to 60 stations and various membership options• Four-court sports hall with badminton, basketball and volleyball courts• Two all-weather floodlit 3G artificial sports pitches• Two natural-turf football pitches • Two dance and activity studios – up to 45 Group Fitness classes a week• Spin studio• High-performance training suite• Three treatment rooms (massage, physio, chiropractic case and alternative

therapies available)• Changing rooms and lockers.

Take your pickFitness classes and coursesTaking a class is a great way to meet new people. Choose from spin, pilates, yoga, boxercise, step, circuits, abs and core, and much more (see website for full programme). We also have nine-week courses in everything from Thai boxing and karate to surfing and tennis.

Campus SportYou can get involved in basketball, netball, football, badminton, table tennis, boxing, lacrosse, and surfing, to name a few. Social drop-in sessions, clubs, courses, leagues and tournaments – take your pick. Campus Sport gives you plenty of opportunity to get involved in sport and activities on campus or at one of our local providers.

Performance SportRepresent your university at the highest level by joining the SportBU performance programme in a team or as an individual. Choose from over 40 teams that compete in the British Universities and Colleges Sport (BUCS) competitions, from cricket and tennis to golf, football, hockey and more. We’re currently ranked 30th overall, out of 165 – testament to our commitment to competitive sport. We run trials in the first two weeks of the academic year and you can tell us about your sporting achievements before you get here.

Sports scholarshipsIf you’re a talented athlete, you can apply for one of BU’s Sports Scholarships, offering funding and access to services such as gym membership and chiropractic treatments. We are a Talented Athlete Scholarship Scheme (TASS) Accredited Centre (TAC) supporting athletes who have been nominated by their governing body as having future international potential. See www.bournemouth.ac.uk/ug-scholarships to find out more.

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We have team sports, up to 45 classes a week in our studios, a fully equipped gym, excellent training facilities and professional guidance to help you reach your goal.

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FinancialsenseThe Executive Business Centre, Lansdowne Campus

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To make the most of your time at BU, it’s really important to get your finances organised early. That will leave you able to concentrate on the really important things – performing well academically, meeting new people and enjoying life in Bournemouth. Getting your finances in order isn’t as scary as it sounds, and we have plenty of resources to help you.

Fees and fundingOur fees commitmentWe guarantee that your tuition fees will not increase throughout your studies, so you know exactly how much it will cost to study at BU for the duration of your course.

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BursariesYou may meet the criteria for additional funding from BU, to help with the cost of living and other costs. This funding is usually based on your household income and other criteria, such as whether you have been in care. You don’t need to repay a bursary.

ScholarshipsIf you’ve excelled in your studies, or maybe in Sports or Music, and even in all three - we want to reward excellence, and support you in continuing your success at BU. You’ll usually receive scholarships in the first year. Some may continue, and you don’t need to repay them.

Some of our scholarship students received up to £5,000 last year, and nearly one in four students received an award in 2015-16.

Just so you know...We’re writing this page before we know what funding will be available, so we’ve used some figures from this year’s students to give you an idea. It’s best to check online for all the details, terms and conditions of our scholarships and bursaries – we’ll publish this in summer 2017.

We know you’ve got something to offer at BU, and we’ve a range of bursaries and scholarships from BU that could make you feel pretty special. Whether you compete in sport, are a talented musician, have achieved outstanding results in your studies, or just need that extra funding to add to your loan, we want to ensure you’ve got all the support to succeed.

“If you want to check if you qualify for a BU scholarship or bursary, you can find out on the website. It’s well worth it.”

BU blogger Amba Hamilton

Scan to read blogs about scholarships and bursaries, and to use our calculator to see what financial awards might be available to you.

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A look at some of the financial support available to you.

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“The main benefit of part-time work is that students are able to fit their work around studies and placements. ”

BU blogger Scott Bruce Scan to read Scott’s blog about how he was able to work while studying - and for more funding advice from our bloggers and vloggers.

The Executive Business Centre, Lansdowne Campus

Your fees for 2018/19We guarantee that your tuition fees will not increase throughout your studies so you know exactly how much it will cost to study at BU for the duration of your course. To find out what is included in your fees, visit www.bournemouth.ac.uk/courses. You’ll see our fees can vary depending on whether you are studying at Honours, Foundation or Top-up level. At the time of writing we have not yet confirmed our fees for 2018/19 and expect to publish these in summer 2017.

If you’re a UK studentIf you are studying for your first degree at undergraduate level, you can take out a Tuition Fee Loan (from Student Finance England or relevant authority for your area) to cover the cost of your education. It’s easy to do. You’ll find lots of help at www.gov.uk/student-finance or on our website www.bournemouth.ac.uk/ug-funding.

What about living expenses?You can borrow money to help (a Maintenance Loan). The amount depends on your household income. You can get a lower level loan even if you live at home while studying.

How do you repay your loans?Your tuition fee and maintenance loans will be combined and payments collected automatically through the tax system. But you don’t need to start making repayments until you’re earning more than £21,000 a year (you pay back 9% of any income over £21,000). More information can be found at www.bournemouth.ac.uk/loans or www.gov.uk/student-finance/repayments.

Even more financial support from BUWe offer a range of financial support which you don’t need to repay. This may consider your academic excellence, sporting or musical achievements with a scholarship. We may also offer bursaries based on your household income or if you have been in care. For the latest details, visit www.bournemouth.ac.uk/ug-funding.

If you’re an international student from the EUIf you’re an EU (non-UK) student for fees purposes, you may be eligible for a Tuition Fee Loan*, repayable under the same terms as UK students, and BU scholarships and bursaries (conditions apply). At the time of going to press, there has been no UK Government announcement regarding when the UK will formally leave the EU, and the effects on access to loans, but leaving will take at least two years after any announcement and affected students will be informed immediately. Find out more at www.ukcisa.org.uk.

If you’re an international student from outside the EUBU was recognised in the International Student Barometer (ISB) 2016-17 in the top 10%** for providing financial support for non-UK students. ) Academically excellent students will qualify for a BU scholarship to recognise your achievements and if you pay your first year’s tuition in full before or at enrolment, you also automatically receive a 5% discount off that year’s tuition fee. Find out more at www.bournemouth.ac.uk/ug-international.

If you’re from the USAYou can apply your Federal Loan/Aid to your studies at BU. The OPE ID for BU is 033503. Find out more at www.bournemouth.ac.uk/usa.

Managing your financesYou’ll find lots of advice at www.bournemouth.ac.uk/living-expenses and at studentcalculator.org.uk or international.studentcalculator.org.uk.

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*subject to any changes in UK Government policy after leaving the EU**ISB Autumn Wave 2016-17, BU ranked 12th out of 172 global universities participating

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“Make sure to attend a guided tour of campus whilst you are here – the amazing atmosphere at BU is something that can only truly be experienced.”

BU blogger Nanna Lund Nielsen Scan for more tips about making the most of your Open Day from our BU student bloggers.

The Atrium, Talbot Campus

Coming to visit us can really help you make your mind up if BU is the right place for you. You’re bound to have lots of questions, and our Open Days can help you get all the answers you are looking for.

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Open Day datesSaturday 10 June 2017Saturday 1 July 2017Saturday 21 October 2017Saturday 28 October 2017Saturday 18 November 2017Saturday 9 June 2018Saturday 7 July 2018

If you can’t make one of the dates, you’re welcome to drop in and take a self-guided tour or campus tour – available on various dates between December and May. Why not take a virtual tour now to get a feel for BU? www.bournemouth.ac.uk/campus-tours

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“If you decide Bournemouth University is the place for you, then join the Facebook page. It’s a good way to keep up to date.”

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We’d love to show you around our campuses so you can see for yourself the great facilities, huge choice of courses, superb accommodation and beautiful surroundings where you could be spending the next few years. Come and see what makes BU buzz.

On one of our Open Days, you can take a bus tour of the town, have a look around the accommodation, drop in on a talk about your chosen subject, student finance or student life and meet our staff and student ambassadors. You can also eat in one of our many cafés and restaurants, pick up information about the courses and activities that interest you and ask as many questions as you like – that’s what our Open Days are all about. You can also download our free iBU app which contains everything you need to know for our Open Days.

Register for an Open Day We hold them in the summer and autumn. Just go to www.bournemouth.ac.uk/open-days to register and plan your day with us.

Partner College Open DaysSome of our Foundation and Bachelor’s degrees are run at our Partner Colleges in the South West (see page 203) and you can attend Open Days there. Visit their websites to find out more.

Visit a UCAS FairIf you can’t visit us in Bournemouth, then come along to one of the many UCAS Fairs we will be attending across the UK. Find out when we’ll be near to you at www.bournemouth.ac.uk/fairs.

School and college visitsWe also arrange visits to schools and colleges to talk on a variety of subjects. Contact us for more information on +44 (0)1202 963999 or email [email protected].

Offer Holder Open Days Once we’ve made you an offer, you will be sent information about your Offer Holder Open Day and how to book your place. There are course talks, more information on financing your degree plus the chance to chat to our academics and students on your course, take a campus tour and see our accommodation.

International students Please take a look at our events calendar to find out if we are attending an exhibition or visiting a school or partner university in your country. www.bournemouth.ac.uk/international and www.bournemouth.ac.uk/overseas-events Find out if we have International Representatives in your country at: www.bournemouth.ac.uk/representatives.

Webinars We also hold regular webinars throughout the year on a variety of topics, including the admissions process. Visit www.bournemouth.ac.uk/open-days to find out more.

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Our coursesWe regularly review all of our courses to take advantage of new approaches to learning and teaching, as well as developments in industry. Please make sure you check our website for the latest details on all our degrees.

Most of the facts and figures we quote on our course pages are from the National Student Satisfaction survey or the Destination of Leavers from Higher Education survey.

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Business, Management & Marketing 74

Computer Animation, Games & Visual Effects 84

Computing & Information Technology 92

Design & Engineering 100

Health & Social Care 110

History, Politics & Social Studies 128

Law 138

Media & Communication 144

Music Technology 162

Sciences 168

Sport 184

Tourism, Hospitality & Events 192

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CoursesBA (Hons) Accounting & Business 70BA (Hons) Accounting & Finance 70MAccFin (Hons) Accounting & Finance 73BA (Hons) Accounting & Law 70BA (Hons) Accounting & Taxation 70BA (Hons) Economics 70BA (Hons) Finance & Business 70BA (Hons) Finance & Economics 70

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Why choose us?We have an excellent reputation among organisations of all sizes for the quality of our students and graduates.

We place a strong emphasis on collaboration with businesses and we want you to leave us with more than just an academic qualification - we want you to have the skills and experience necessary to get ahead in the world of accounting, finance and economics.

We are a member of a number of professional organisations, including the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) and our courses are accredited by the relevant professional bodies - the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA), the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW), the Association of International Accountants (AIA) and the Chartered Institute of Taxation (CIOT) (BA (Hons) Accounting & Taxation only).

Every student has the option of taking a minimum 30-week work placement and we have links with an impressive list of companies who often return to us to take on our placement students. Among them are EDF Trading, Mercedes Benz, PricewaterhouseCoopers, Rolls

Royce, IBM, NBC Universal, JP Morgan, Ernst & Young, Oxford Economics, Motorola and GE.

Take a collaborative approachAs well as enabling you to make connections with businesses, we’ll also encourage you to work closely with fellow students, both at BU and further afield.

One of the most exciting opportunities open to our accounting, finance and economics students is the chance to attend the five-day conference of the Association des Formations Europeennes a la Compatibilite et a l’Audit (AFECA). This event sees students from various European universities working together on case studies and financial analysis techniques. We are the only UK university that has AFECA membership, so this is a truly unique opportunity for you to share your knowledge and learn from others.

If you want to expand your horizons further, you can take advantage of one of our international partnerships which enable you to study abroad. We have study exchange agreements with several universities in Europe, Canada and Australia, giving you the chance to experience another culture while continuing your degree.

Accounting, finance and economics are at the heart of every business and there is always a demand for highly skilled graduates in these fields.

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Develop your global talentWhen you start your career with a BU degree, you can go anywhere...

Accreditations Our courses are accredited by the main accountancy bodies in the UK. That means as a graduate from one of our degrees, you’d be exempt from some parts of professional qualifications, many of which are recognised around the world.

Abu Dhabi, Namibia, Saudi Arabia and Azerbaijan Our research impacts across the globe. Our economic modelling research has benefitted several governments, including Abu Dhabi, Namibia and Saudi Arabia, and been integral to the successful development of new, internationally competitive industries in Azerbaijan.

China and Switzerland "Before starting my final year, I spent three weeks studying Mandarin at the East China Normal University in Shanghai as part of the ‘Study China Programme’. I have always been intrigued by China - the history, language and vibrant culture. I felt the experience of learning Mandarin would be much easier in the actual environment. Attending lectures there gave me insight to China’s foreign policies and business practices, and their influence on the society and economy.

"I’m now in Switzerland working as an intern in the financial communications department of global company Novartis Pharmaceuticals." Judith Munyakazi, BA (Hons) Accounting & Finance graduate

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Working with the biggest and brightest namesThe following organisations give our students their time and expertise on a regular basis – delivering activites such as guest lectures, skills workshops, mock interviews and graduate scheme opportunities: • EDF

• JP Morgan

• Santander

• Mazars

• Princecroft Willis

• Smith & Williamson

• FP Wealth Management

• Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)

• Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA)

• Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW)


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Key areas of studyAccounting | Finance | Quantitative & Statistical Techniques | Law for Accounting & Finance | Business Management | Taxation | Economics for Accounting & Finance | Financial Reporting | Audit & Control | Mathematics for Economists | Financial Regulation | Company Law | Research Study

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Accounting, Finance & Economics degrees

Key Information

Duration and delivery: 3 years, or 4 years with a minimum 30-week placement. Full-time

Entry requirements: 120 tariff points

Required subjects: None

If English is not your first language: IELTS (Academic) 6.0 with minimum 5.5 in each component, or equivalent

Accreditation: See our website for details

See website for latest details of: Entry requirements, contact hours and what’s included in tuition fees

Is this the course for me?The fields of accounting, finance and economics have developed considerably in recent years and today’s graduates are expected to have a range of skills that transfer into a business environment. Our courses have been designed to equip you with all the knowledge you’ll need in any organisation, large or small.

As well as being accredited by all of the industry’s major professional bodies, there is also the possibility that you can gain exemptions from professional examinations to become a chartered accountant, depending on the units you study during your time at university. If you opt to include the 30-week placement as part of your course, you’ll gain invaluable workplace experience and can see how everything you’ve learned translates into the real world.

All of our accounting, finance and economics courses share the same first year, giving you a comprehensive overview of the sector. If you decide the path you’ve started isn’t for you, you’ll be able to transfer to a different specialism at the end of your first year. This enables you to keep your options open and makes any of these courses an excellent choice if you aren’t sure which area best suits you in the accounting, finance and economics sector.

Our students are now working as accountants, financial advisors, account managers, tax consultants, finance executives, mortgage advisors and management accountants in companies such as Pricewaterhouse Coopers, JP Morgan, IBM, Disney, Adidas UK Ltd, Apple, Bank of New York Mellon, BMW, British Airways and HMRC.

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BA (Hons) Accounting & Business There is considerable crossover between accounting and business management, and an understanding of both fields is beneficial. From an accounting point of view, it’s important to have a good understanding of various aspects of a business, while business managers can benefit from a background in accounting to ensure their decisions are financially viable.

UCAS code: NN41

BA (Hons) Accounting & Finance This course offers an excellent grounding in accountancy, finance and business studies, providing you with a range of skills to allow you to pursue a career in the financial sector. It also offers the maximum number of exemptions set by the professional accountancy institutions.

UCAS code: N420

BA (Hons) Accounting & Law This course combines both accounting skills and legal knowledge, enabling you to pursue a career in either profession or to combine the two. To be a successful accountant, you’ll need an understanding of the law, while commercial lawyers often operate in accounting and financial environments.

UCAS code: NM41

BA (Hons) Accounting & Taxation Having a good understanding of taxation is a skill that many employers are seeking in accountants and this course will give you exactly that. We’ve taken our expertise in taxation and combined it with some of the best aspects of our accountancy courses to ensure you graduate with a full set of skills that will help you go far in any business environment.

UCAS code: NN43

BA (Hons) Economics Being able to understand economics in a global context is an increasingly sought-after skill among businesses. Our economics course stands out because it exposes you to a broad set of economic specialisms, while ensuring you have extensive knowledge of fundamental aspects of economics, including analytical skills, an understanding of economic systems and an appreciation of financial disciplines.

UCAS code: L100

BA (Hons) Finance & Business This course focuses on the financial aspects of business operations and has been developed to give you a strong foundation on which to build a career in either the finance or business sectors. Graduates with specialised financial knowledge and sound business skills are highly desirable and this course will provide you with a solid platform on which to build your career.

UCAS code: NN13

BA (Hons) Finance & Economics Businesses of all sizes need to have a global perspective and this course will equip you with the analytical and technical skills required to understand key developments in international markets and teach you how to use these skills. This degree is particularly suited to careers in international finance, but has many applications in a wider business context as well.

UCAS code: NL31

MAccFin (Hons) Accounting & FinanceWe also offer an integrated Master’s degree that allows you to combine your undergraduate and postgraduate study into a single course. See page 73 for more details.

UCAS code: 2C31

“You do a lot of group work in the first and second years, which improves your team working skills. I found that really useful.”

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"The transferable skills I acquired will give me a competitive edge when applying for jobs. You get tenacity and develop adaptability with this type of experience, adding to your knowledge and confidence."

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Key areas of studyAccounting | Finance | Quantitative & Statistical Techniques | Law for Accounting & Finance | Business Management | Taxation | Economics for Accounting & Finance | Financial Reporting | Audit & Control | Business Strategy | Money & Banking | Financial Markets | Financial Econometrics | Research Study

www.bournemouth.ac.uk/macfinn

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MAccFin (Hons)Accounting & Finance

Is this the course for me?A clear understanding of the theory and practice relating to accounting and finance, as well as an ability to engage in quantitative analysis, is vital in the modern and ever-changing world of financial markets, corporations and professional practice. As a result, people with the correct blend of knowledge and skills are highly sought after and command a premium in terms of the salary they can expect after graduating.

This Integrated Master’s course provides a blend of theory and professional practice, with the aim of developing within you the necessary skills to pursue a successful career in accounting and finance. The course is designed to be highly flexible, enabling you to tailor its content to suit your needs and career ambitions. Our team of highly qualified and experienced lecturers and support staff will work closely with you to ensure your experience is both intellectually stimulating and tailored to your individual career goals.

The course is designed to provide you with the relevant academic knowledge and skills, as well as an opportunity to gain professional body recognition through exemptions and qualifications. The course is designed around a number of core units that develop your theoretical knowledge, ability to analyse financial data and understand financial instruments. You will then be provided with a wide range of optional units from which to choose.

This course will provide an exceptional learning experience, and will also help develop your skills in terms of critical thinking, analysis and effective communications.

What makes this course different?• Integrated Master’s degree means you graduate with a

Master’s degree while remaining eligible for the standard Tuition Fee loan.

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Entry requirements: 120 tariff points including 80 points from two A-levels, or equivalent


If English is not your first language: IELTS (Academic) 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each component, or equivalent

Accreditation: The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA), Institute of Chartered Accountants of England and Wales (ICAEW), Association of International Accountants (AIA)


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CoursesBA (Hons) Business Studies 78BA (Hons) Business Studies with Economics 78BA (Hons) Business Studies with Enterprise 78BA (Hons) Business Studies with Finance 78BA (Hons) Business Studies with Human Resource

Management 78BA (Hons) Business Studies with Law 78

BA (Hons) Business Studies with Marketing 78BA (Hons) Business Studies with Operations &

Project Management 78BA (Hons) Global Business Management (online) 80BA (Hons) International Business Studies 78BSc (Hons) Marketing 83BA (Hons) Retail Management 81

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Why choose us?We have been teaching courses in this area for nearly 40 years and have an excellent reputation. Our lecturers come from a variety of business and management backgrounds and all have a wealth of experience to offer you, regardless of which course you choose.

We will give you more than just a classroom-based experience - when you join one of our full-time taught undergraduate courses, you’ll spend your third year on placement. This provides you with invaluable experience of the real world, as well as giving you the opportunity to network and develop your own business contacts.

We also understand that business and management is a subject that you may come to after leaving education, which is why we offer a flexible distance-learning course providing you with an alternative way to gain a professional qualification.

There are lots of different routes you can take to acquire business management skills and in addition to our business studies course we offer management courses in marketing, retail, sport, hospitality, events and tourism.

Continuing your journeyOur graduates go on to work in a variety of companies and sectors and in a wide range of roles such as operations manager, global sales manager, business analyst, marketing manager, marketing communication manager, events and marketing coordinator, financial analyst, retail buying and merchandising, retail analyst, retail banking and account manager, to name just a few.

Among the companies that our graduates work for are BAE Systems, British Army, JP Morgan, Hewlett Packard, Estée Lauder, Waitrose, Harrods, John Lewis, Loreal, Barclays Capital, Panasonic, Ernst and Young, Capita, Ipsos MORI, Dixons Carphone and Nationwide Building Society.

You could also go on to study one of our related postgraduate courses, such as Master of Business Administration (MBA), MSc Marketing Management or MA Corporate Communication to name a few.

Business, management and marketing graduates are always in demand among companies around the world, with all sizes and types of organisations looking for a way to get ahead in a highly competitive environment.

“With Bournemouth a fast-growing digital hub, I felt the Digital Communications unit was relevant to today's market.”Emma Brooks, BA (Hons) Business Studies with Marketing student (pictured opposite)

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Canada “Going to Canada was one of the best things that I have ever decided to do, not only for the great experience, but also because it has helped me to grow and develop as an individual. My confidence has increased dramatically."

Chelsea Symes, a BA (Hons) Business Studies with Marketing student, who spent the second semester of year two in Newfoundland, Canada.

USA “I found that the opportunities in Silicon Valley were incredibly unique given my interest in space and technology in general, and I’ve wanted to move there since the age of around eight. The highlight of my placement was getting to decide a location to film with the IRIS Camera, which is attached to the International Space Station. Knowing that my decision may be seen by astronauts on the Space Station and potentially people around the world was an incredible feeling.”

Sam Harrison, a BA (Hons) Business Studies student, who spent his placement year in San Francisco working for UrtheCast, who own and run the remote imaging cameras on the International Space Station.

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Study abroadYou can spend the second semester of Year Two studying at one of our international partner institutions. That means you could find yourself studying in one of the following countries:

• Canada

• Finland

• France

• Spain

• Sweden

• Turkey

• United States.

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Key areas of studyManagement Competencies | Accounting | International Business | Organisational Behaviour & Ethics | Operations & Project Management | Marketing | Business Law | Finance & Business | Economics | Human Resource Management | Entrepreneurship | Strategic Management | Leadership | Project

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BA (Hons)Business Studies

Key Information

Duration and delivery: 4 years, including a minimum 30-week placement. Full-time

Entry requirements: 128-136 tariff points



Accreditation: All pathways are accredited by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI). BA (Hons) Business Studies with Finance is accredited by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) and Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW)


Is this the course for me?Business Studies is a very diverse subject and a degree in this area will act as a stepping stone for you to work in any industry, anywhere in the world. Our Business Studies degree has continuous involvement with businesses and is incredibly flexible, as you don’t have to decide if you’d like to choose one of our specialist pathways until your second year.

What this means is that you can get a strong foundation in the subject, as well as an understanding of what area of business you’re passionate about. Our Business Studies course is one of our most established degrees - one we’ve been teaching with great success for nearly 40 years. Our staff are knowledgeable and have excellent experience in the world of business. We also organise regular guest lectures and networking events using our extensive contacts, giving you the opportunity to hear from and meet some incredibly successful people from a range of sectors.

Regardless of which Business Studies pathway you choose, you will undertake a 30-week placement during your third year. There are many placement options available in areas such as marketing, advertising, accounting, operations and human resources, to name a few. Among the companies that offer placements to our students are Motorola, Sony Mobile, IBM, PricewaterhouseCoopers, JP Morgan, Apple, Siemens, Nintendo and The Walt Disney Corporation. The experience you gain on your placement will give you a valuable insight into the corporate world and will be incredibly useful when you return for your final year.

Our Business Studies degree will provide you with a broad business and management education or you may choose to specialise and select one of our pathways, which are explained in more detail opposite.

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BA (Hons) Business Studies with Economics On this pathway you’ll develop a good understanding of the economic, qualitative and quantitative techniques and ideas used to analyse and solve business problems in a global marketplace. You’ll also be encouraged to explore alternative theories concerning the working of micro and macro economies, alternative economic systems and alternative economic policy strategies.

BA (Hons) Business Studies with Enterprise This is the ideal pathway to choose if you have ambitions of starting and managing your own business. On this pathway, you’ll develop a critical appreciation of the issues relating to intrapreneurial and entrepreneurial activity. The aim is to help you graduate with all the tools you need to set up and run your own business.

BA (Hons) Business Studies with Finance Finances are behind many business decisions, which makes it very important to have a strong grasp of financial management and how financial information can inform decision making. On this pathway you’ll discover how to apply theoretical principles and techniques to financial decision making in what can often be a complex, dynamic and uncertain environment.

BA (Hons) Business Studies with Human Resource Management Behind every strong business is a highly skilled team of people, and knowing how to manage a workforce in the modern business environment is very useful. Human resource management (HRM) ties into every aspect of an organisation and you’ll explore the main issues and themes in employment relations, learning and development, as well as covering people resourcing, and how these relate to the wider HRM function.

BA (Hons) International Business Studies This pathway will help you to develop cultural sensitivity and a critical understanding of the challenges of working and managing on an international scale. You’ll examine subjects such as the differing concepts of international business etiquette and protocol, ethical dilemmas in international management and the impact of convergence.

BA (Hons) Business Studies with Law There is often a legal aspect to business issues and decision making, and this pathway will give you the tools you need to undertake independent research of legal sources, identify relevant laws and apply these to problems in a business setting. There are specific units relating to employment and company law within this pathway.

BA (Hons) Business Studies with Marketing We all know that marketing is an important tool in today’s highly competitive business environment. On this pathway you’ll gain an understanding of various marketing functions, as well as examine concepts, principles and activities within international marketing, learn how to analyse marketing activities and how to develop international marketing plans.

BA (Hons) Business Studies with Operations & Project Management Studying the key processes, systems and practices that contribute to effective projects and operations will give you a detailed understanding of how to take a general view of a situation and use that knowledge to operate a successful business.

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Key areas of studySkills for Academic Success | Marketing Foundations | Principles of Accounting | Developing Global Management Competencies | Organisational Behaviour: A Global Perspective | Business Economics | Contemporary Project Development & Control | Business & Financial Analysis | Principles of Human Resource Management | Global Production & Operations Management | Buyer Behaviour in the Global Market | Global Business Ethics, CSR & Sustainability | Business Leadership | The Global Manager | Global Strategy | Global Marketing

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BA (Hons)Global Business Management (online)

Key Information

Duration and delivery: 4.5 years part-time for the full Honours degree, delivered entirely online. There are flexible entry and exit points.

Entry requirements: Typically one A-level or equivalent in professional experience. However, we do consider every application on an individual basis.




Is this the course for me?The business world is increasingly globally focused. This part-time online degree will equip you with a wide range of skills to begin a successful career in global business management, or help you to progress your existing career.

You will have the opportunity to gain a strong understanding of organisations, their management, the economy and the business environment. You will develop new skills in marketing, management, finance, project management, operations management and human resources, so that when you graduate you have a wide set of globally-relevant skills applicable to many different areas of business.

What makes this course different?• This course is delivered entirely online. This means that you

can learn wherever you are as long as you have an internet connection.

• This course is also ideally suited to people returning to education as it does not require traditional academic qualifications for entry. Professional experience is also counted and we consider each application on individual merit.

• There are flexible entry and exit points so if you’re not interested in a full honours degree, you can still gain a nationally recognised qualification e.g. a Certificate of Higher Education in Global Business Management or a Diploma of Higher Education in Global Business Management.

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Key areas of studyContemporary Issues in Retailing | Retailing in the Digital Age | Retail Marketing | Finance & Business Research | Global Economics & International Retailing | Retail Resource Management | Consumer Behaviour | Managing People | Retail Research & Analysis | Omni-channel Retailing & Supply Chain Management | Retail Buying & Merchandising | Retail Design & Development | Strategic Retail Marketing & Management | Retail Consultancy & Research | Dissertation

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BA (Hons)Retail Management

Is this the course for me?Retail management is about managing the whole retail process, from the raw materials through to the final products that are sold to the consumer. This means it’s an incredibly broad sector and one that opens up a range of career options to you. In fact, graduates of this course are considered to be among the best in the country among many retailers, because of the depth of knowledge and technical skills that they have.

During this course you’ll cover every aspect of the retail process, and will tackle a number of live case study assignments on behalf of blue-chip retailers and presenting your findings to senior managers from these companies; in the past they have included Waitrose, Harrods and Marks & Spencer. Among the key skills this degree will equip you with are analysis and critical evaluation, as well as fostering your creativity and innovation.

A valuable part of your studies is the chance to undertake a 30-week work placement in the retail industry. We are proud that our students have played their part in the success of top firms, working in roles such as Retail Sales Support Analyst, Buyer’s Assistant, Visual Merchandiser, Marketing Assistant, Management Trainee and Press & PR Intern for companies such as Dixons Carphone, Waitrose, L’Oreal, Warner Bros, Debenhams, Marks & Spencer, Bentley Motors, Nationwide Building Society and Ipsos MORI to name a few.

What makes this course different?• Regarded by many retailers as the best in the country

• Opportunities to work with blue-chip retailers

• Long-established course with a large alumni of around 700 students providing unrivalled contacts and opportunities throughout the industry.

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"Whatever subject you are studying, there are plenty of opportunities to network with students from other courses."

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Key areas of studyFundamentals of Marketing | Consumer Culture & Behaviour | Developing Management Competencies | Integrated Marketing Communications| Economics for Business Studies | Principles of Business Law | Brands & Brand Communication | Digital Communications | Understanding Organisations & Human Resource Management | Financial & Business Analysis | Business Simulation | Developing Strategy for Global Markets | Organisational Leadership | Dissertation

www.bournemouth.ac.uk/bsc-marketing

UCAS code N504

BSc (Hons)Marketing

Is this the course for me?This exciting and captivating Marketing course is designed to provide you with the skills you need to enter various marketing roles, from management to PR. What’s unique about this course is how it draws on the strengths of our business and media experts, ensuring you leave with an incredibly well-rounded view of the world of marketing.

You’ll develop strong communication skills and a cultural awareness that is essential in the creative and innovative modern marketing environment. We’ll also equip you with the analytical and strategic skills that come with a firm grounding in business decision making to enable you to think critically about marketing scenarios and make informed strategic decisions.

As well as graduating with your degree, you’ll have the chance to leave us with a number of professional qualifications through the CIM Graduate Gateway. The additional work required to achieve these awards can be done alongside your degree.

CIM qualifications are highly sought after by employers, making you an excellent candidate for a variety of marketing roles upon graduation. We’ll also give you the chance to attend guest lectures that encourage entrepreneurship, adding another dimension to your studies.

What makes this course different?• The opportunity to gain professional qualifications alongside

your degree through the CIM Graduate Gateway

• Study exchange opportunities with a number of partner universities across Europe, Canada and Australia.

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Accreditation: Awarded Graduate Gateway status by the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM)


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CoursesBA (Hons) Computer Animation & Visual Effects 88BA (Hons) Computer Animation Art & Design 88BA (Hons) Computer Animation Technical Arts 88BSc (Hons) Digital Creative Industries 90BSc (Hons) Games Design 90BSc (Hons) Games Software Engineering 90BA (Hons) Visual Effects 88

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Why choose us?Our Computer Animation degrees are delivered by The National Centre for Computer Animation (NCCA) in the Faculty of Media & Communication, the best place in the UK to study these subjects, while our Games degrees are delivered by the award-winning Department of Creative Technology in the Faculty of Science & Technology. Our BSc (Hons) Digital Creative Industries is delivered jointly between the two faculties and offers the chance for students to gain a solid overview of the creative industries as a whole.

Training you to meet industry standards One of the reasons our graduates perform so well is that they have access to industry-standard equipment and software during their time with us. We have dedicated games labs, computer animation studios, green screen, acquisition studio and MoCap facilities where you can hone your skills.

You’ll also be taught by experts in the fields of computer animation and games, and will have the opportunity to undertake a work placement.

Onwards and upwardsWe’re very proud of our graduates, who have gone on to do incredible things. Several of our former students have won Oscars and BAFTAs for their work on a range of feature films.

You could follow in their footsteps and go on to work in leading computer animation firms, such as DreamWorks, Industrial Light and Magic, Framestore and Double Negative, contributing to the next big blockbuster to hit cinema screens.

As a games developer, you might find yourself emulating graduates who have worked for the likes of Microsoft Rare, Electronic Arts and Lionhead Studios.

When it comes to success in the movies, BU graduates have worked on films such as Gravity, Harry Potter, Star Wars: The Force Awakens, Interstellar, Guardians of the Galaxy, Paddington, Batman v Superman, The Jungle Book, Star Trek Beyond and many more – who knows where your degree could take you?

We have a long-standing reputation for delivering high-quality degrees in computer animation, games and visual effects, and have been at the very heart of those industries as they have developed over the last 20 years.

“Build. Test. Play. And discover what makes you unique. A highly focused course for an exciting, dynamic and ever-growing industry helping you create new gaming experiences.”Hugh Chigorimbo, one of our games students (pictured opposite)

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New York One of our Games degrees students, Lawrence Barnett, spent his work placement in Manhattan with New York, working for Gameloft. He spent six months working as a level designer for the BAFTA-winning developer.

Working with CNN Animation students have previously worked on an animation to explain nano materials for CNN’s 2020 Visionaries project. Alongside their other coursework, the group of nine students, mostly in their second year, spent two months on the visualisation of the work of California Institute of Technology (CalTech)'s Professor Julia Greer. BU was selected for the project by the commissioning editor at CNN for its status as one of the leading universities for animation in the world.

Ecuador A group of BU corporate communication and animation students, selected for Global Horizons funding, took part in a Communication Summer Academy hosted by Universidad de las Americas (UDLA) in Ecuador’s capital, Quito. The ten-day programme combined cultural immersion with learning about communication – advertising, filmmaking and animation - in Ecuador and Latin America. Led by lecturers from six different countries, a total of 13 students, including five BU students as well as students from Ecuador, Peru and Japan worked in two groups to create animation pieces and advertising campaigns addressing local issues in Ecuador.

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World-class relationshipsWe work closely with a number of leading media organisations:

• Adobe – we work in partnership with Adobe to ensure all our staff and students are confident using the latest industry-standard software

• Apple – as an Apple authorised training centre, we offer the Apple Introduction to Final Cut Pro course, allowing you to train as an Apple Certified Pro

• Sony Computers Entertainment Europe – we are excited to work closely with Sony Computers Entertainment Europe, one of the biggest players in the computer games industry.

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Key areas of studyTo find out more about the modules you will study as part of these courses, see our website for the latest information, which we will publish as soon as it becomes available.

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At the time of going to press, these new courses are in development. Check our website for the latest information, and to register your interest.

This section contains details of our new courses being developed for September 2018 entry. At the time of going to press, the course names and content are still subject to final confirmation. To register your interest, and for the most up-to-date information, visit the web address at the foot of the page.

Is this the course for me?We regularly review our portfolio to make sure we continue to offer the skills and understanding our graduates need for a successful career in the computer animation industry. It's part of our ongoing commitment to evolving and developing, making sure that the National Centre for Computer Animation (NCCA) continues to produce the leaders and innovators of the computer animation industry.

The NCCA has been at the forefront of education and research in the field of computer animation since its inception in 1989. Graduates have won Oscars and BAFTAs for their work on groundbreaking films like Gravity, Inception and Avatar, while our academic staff conduct internationally recognised research, securing significant grants and winning high-profile awards.

We're also the only university in the UK to have been granted Houidini-certified school status, further evidence of our commitment to excellence.

At the heart of the NCCA – and the heart of these courses – is the marriage of science and art. The technological developments that our research contributes to in turn lifts the creative ambitions of the artists who use it.

As a graduate from one of these degrees, you will find yourself able to join the industry immediately, but where you will stand out from the crowd is in your understanding of the elements at the very core of computer animation. You'll be much more than someone trained in the right software and hardware skills – you'll be someone with the insight, independence and passion to lead the industry forwards.

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BA (Hons) Computer Animation Technical Arts This course focuses on producing graduates who want to take on the role of Technical Director and Technical Artist in the computer animation, VFX and computer games industries. Technical directors and technical artists are people that combine knowledge of art theory, animation techniques and applied maths and computing needed to satisfy the demands of modern (computer animation, film, VFX and games) production. They combine strong technical and creative skills and can work to bridge the gap between the Art/Animation Director and Game Designer and the technology required to fulfil their vision. They contribute by understanding the constraints and aesthetic implications of developing technical tools and algorithms used in production.

BA (Hons) Computer Animation Art & DesignThis course aims to produce graduates who are going to shape the visual effects, computer animation and computer games industries. As a graduate from this degree, you will have a well-rounded knowledge of the design and aesthetic principles required in computer animation production. You will have the skills to fulfil roles such as computer graphics and animation artistic director (AD) and animator, visual effects artist, and visual effects supervisor in the fields of computer animation, computer games, and visual effects industries.

BSc (Hons) Computer Animation & Visual Effects This is a technical course that will help you develop a strong understanding of both the theory and practice of software engineering in the areas of computer animation, computer graphics, visual effects and computer games. Graduates from this degree will be able to develop software and tools that can be utilised in the production of computer animation for a range of industries.

BA (Hons) Visual Effects This degree will cover all aspects of the visual effects pipeline that are not directly related to character animation. These areas include roto/prep, Matchmove, modelling, UV-ing, texturing, lookdev, lighting, digital matte painting, effects technical direction, scripting, and compositing. It will also include supporting elements such as the theoretical underpinnings of moving image, personal research units, an industry led project, and optional visual effects photography.

The course will have a number of optional components that will allow you to tailor your pathway to either a more technical or more artistic flavour.

“Courses like these need to be constantly changing and evolving. In just five years, the industry can make gigantic changes. We need to keep pace with that. ”

Professor Mike Wilmore, Executive Dean, Faculty of Media & Communication

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At the time of going to press, these new courses are in development. Check our website for the latest information, and to register your interest.

This section contains details of our new courses being developed for September 2018 entry. At the time of going to press, the course names and content are still subject to final confirmation. To register your interest, and for the most up-to-date information, visit the web address at the foot of the page.

Is this the course for me?We regularly review our portfolio to make sure we continue to offer the skills and understanding our graduates need for a successful career in the games industry.

Our two proposed games degrees will be delivered by the Department of Creative Technology in the Faculty of Science & Technology, while Digital Creative Industries is delivered jointly with the Faculty of Media & Communication. Games Design and Games Software Engineering encourage you to specialise in one of two different areas of games development; the design of games and artefacts for them, or the more technical programming of games. Both courses will provide you with the theoretical, technical and artistic skills you need for a successful and sustained career in this industry. At the same time, the courses are also designed for ensuring you can be entrepreneurial in the way you approach the gaming industry – an important skill given the number of independent games, particularly for mobile phones and tablets, that are hitting the marketplace today.

Our Digital Creative Industries course is an exciting opportunity to prepare yourself for the fast-converging entertainment technology sectors, with an emphasis on animation and games development, as well as related areas such as film and post-production.

BU is a member of TIGA and has won the Best Educational Institution award in the TIGA 2016 Awards event.

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BSc (Hons) Games Design The Games Design course focuses on the design aspect of creating contemporary games, be it the theory behind the creation of successful digital entertainment titles or dedicated art and content for them. As part of it you will cover, amongst other subjects, level design, interactive storytelling, narrative development, interface design, games analytics plus 3D modelling and texturing for games.

BSc (Hons) Games Software Engineering The Games Software Engineering course will see you become a proficient programmer and give you a clear understanding of how to apply those techniques to modern games creation. Furthermore, you’ll develop your knowledge of artificial intelligence, physics, game engines and graphics programming, giving you a broad range of skills that can be put to good use in the context of games programming.

BSc (Hons) Digital Creative Industries The Digital Creative Industries course is delivered in collaboration between the Faculty of Science & Technology (the Department of Creative Technology), and the National Centre for Computer Animation and the Faculty of Media & Communication. Topics covered for this course include digital art, cinematography, production of animation, game design principles and others.

“Bedroom coding is great, but we feel that aspiring developers need formal qualifications and the structure that comes with that to get ahead.”

Dr Christos Gatzidis, Acting Head of Department of Creative Technology

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CoursesBSc (Hons) Business Information Technology 96BSc (Hons) Computer Networks 96BSc (Hons) Computing 96BSc (Hons) Cyber Security Management 99BSc (Hons) Forensic Computing & Security 96BSc (Hons) Information Technology Management 96BSc (Hons) Software Engineering 96

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Why choose us?The Faculty of Science & Technology has an excellent reputation for its computing and information systems courses, with strong links to the industry and a staff made up of experts in various aspects of the computing and IT sectors.

Our comprehensive degree portfolio is designed to provide you with the skills you’ll need to work in specialist sectors such as cyber security, forensic computing or software engineering, or in a mainstream career like networks or IT management.

Many of our courses are accredited by the British Computer Society (BCS) and you will be able to achieve Chartered IT Professional status from the BCS with one year of further learning after you graduate.

As the computing sector is constantly evolving, so too are our courses to ensure you’re well prepared for the world of work when you graduate. We regularly consult with industry experts to make sure that what we’re teaching you is relevant and meets best practice standards.

Gain workplace experienceWhile what you learn in the lecture theatre is incredibly useful, there’s nothing quite like putting that newly acquired knowledge to use in the real world. All of our courses include a 30-week placement, giving you the opportunity to work in some of the best-known and most prestigious firms in the sector. Kingfisher, General Electric, Microsoft, IBM, Goldman Sachs and Hewlett Packard are just a few of the firms that our placement students have worked for.

Regardless of which course you choose, you’ll have access to our outstanding facilities, which include a dedicated cyber security lab, a computer networks lab and a development lab.

Technology and computing are parts of almost every aspect of daily life. There is a real shortage of highly skilled graduates in the IT industry, which means excellent employment prospects when you graduate.

“If you fancy finding evidence in a crime scene, and spending time in labs, but you also want a techie job, computing forensics and security is for you.”Tamer Altinthorp, BSc (Hons) Forensic Computing & Security student (pictured opposite)

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Develop your global talentWhen you start your career with a BU degree, yOu can go anywhere...

Global industry Computing is a truly global industry, and our graduates are living proof of that. They have gone on to work for companies with interests all over the world, including JP Morgan, GSK, Abbvie, IBM, Kingfisher, BBC, Rolls Royce BMW, British Telecom, General Electric, and NATS (National Air Traffic Services).

Cyber Security Challenge - Dusseldorf A Forensic Computing & Security student, Liam Sennitt, was one of ten UK finalists in the European Cyber Security Challenge 2016. The annual competition brings together the best young security talents from ten different nations, and Liam represented the UK in the final in Dusseldorf, Germany.

BBC In 2016, two BU students secured work placements with the BBC, based at Media City in Salford. The new development is home to production companies from around the world, and provides outstanding networking opportunities for future careers.

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Stand out from the crowdSome of the reasons why employers look to employ BU graduates:

• Using state-of-the-art technology across our three labs, we can run up to 50 million PCs using just 50 of our own. From the labs we can see where cyber attacks are happening all over the world, and what attacks are happening and being stopped.

• Some of our courses are accredited by the BCS (British Computer Society), which means you will be eligible for Chartered IT Professional status with just one year of further study after you graduate.

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Key areas of studyBusiness & Professional Issues | Programming | Relational Databases | Systems Analysis & Design | User Centred Web Development | Infrastructure Strategy | Project Management & Team Working | Systems Design | Computers & Networks

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Is this the course for me?We understand that computing is a diverse subject and that it can be difficult to know which area you’d like to specialise in at this stage in your career. That’s why all of our computing courses share a common first year, giving you the time to really explore the subject before deciding on a specialism. You only need to apply for one of the courses in the framework, and can transfer at the end of the first year if you decide another course is better suited to your interests. There are courses that allow you to keep a relatively wide focus, as well as degrees that provide a greater level of specialism, giving you plenty of flexibility when it comes to which direction you want your career to take. These courses are accredited by the BCS, which means you can achieve Chartered IT Professional status with just one year of further study after graduation.

All computing students have the chance to complement their professional qualifications by completing Cisco CCNA certifications through our Cisco Certified Local Networking Academy.

Your placement year is an invaluable opportunity to gain real-world experience, hone your skills under the guidance of industry professionals and develop a greater understanding of the sector and in which part of it you’d like to work.

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BSc (Hons) Business Information Technology This is a popular and well-established course that will provide you with the technical skills and knowledge required to create IT applications, and to understand the business environment in which that development takes place. It combines the study of IT with relevant aspects of business, providing you with a variety of options once you graduate.

UCAS code: G503

BSc (Hons) Computing This flexible course has an excellent reputation within the IT industry and will give you the practical experience and technical knowledge you need to excel in the computing sector. You’ll cover a range of subjects relating to modern computing, including internet technologies, usability and systems software.

UCAS code: G610

BSc (Hons) Computer Networks Computer networks are an integral part of business and this course will equip you with all the skills you need to design, configure, manage and administer distributed network systems to a professional standard. Graduates with these abilities are highly sought after, putting you in a strong position when you enter the jobs market.

UCAS code: I120

BSc (Hons) Forensic Computing & Security Cyber crime is a growing problem and this course will allow you to explore the fascinating fields of forensics and information security side by side. As well as providing you with a sound technical computing education, you will develop a professional understanding of the issues surrounding information assurance.

UCAS code: G550

BSc (Hons) Information Technology Management This course is very much focused on the business applications of IT and how this technology can impact upon and improve business processes. You’ll learn about managing and controlling computing projects, acquiring IT services and more general skills related to business management.

UCAS code: G506

BSc (Hons) Software Engineering This course is designed to give you all the skills you need to work as a technical expert in the ever-evolving software engineering sector. As well as providing you with a good overview of the IT industry as a whole, it will hone your software development skills and give you knowledge of the latest methods, techniques and tools utilised in this field.

UCAS code: G602

“The placement will definitely improve my chances of getting a job as employers can see that I’ve worked in a real world situation.”

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"I will definitely be entering into a cyber career when I graduate, and taking part in the Cyber Security Challenge UK has helped massively with helping me achieve this."

Adam Tonks, Computing student

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Key areas of studyCyber Security Management | Cyber Psychology | Principles of Programming | Digital Forensics Fundamentals | Computer Security | Business Systems Analysis | Economics of Information Security | Enterprise Security & Privacy | Business Continuity Management | Forensic Law & Practice | Security Information & Event Management (SIEM) | Cybercrime | Cyber Security Assurance | Cyber Situation Awareness | Individual Project

www.bournemouth.ac.uk/cyber-security-management

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BSc (Hons)Cyber Security Management

Is this the course for me?As the use of virtual environments, computer databases and information technology has become commonplace, so too has the threat of cyber attacks. Government agencies, police forces and defence organisations have all identified a major skills shortage of cyber security practitioners globally.

This cutting-edge degree has been developed to meet the requirements of the National Cyber Security Strategy and addresses this gap in the market. As well as giving you a rounded cyber security management education, this course will provide you with a comprehensive understanding of the cyber security sector.

You’ll be taught by experts in their field, each bringing their unique skills and knowledge to this exciting programme of study.

You’ll graduate with a variety of skills that will enable you to assess cyber security risks and develop solutions to this ever-present threat. You’ll also learn about cyber defence and how to react to attacks when they occur, as well as gaining a good understanding of this area of the law. Your placement is an unrivalled opportunity to put your skills into practice and to learn from some of the best in the sector.

What makes this course different?• Your learning will be helped by access to our dedicated cyber

security labs, from which you can see where cyber attacks are happening all over the world

• The course meets the requirements of the National Cyber Security Strategy.

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CoursesBSc (Hons) Design Engineering 107BEng/MEng (Hons) Engineering (part-time) 108BA (Hons) Industrial Design 106BEng/MEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering 109BA/BSc/MDes (Hons) Product Design 105

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Why choose us?We have been teaching design and engineering courses for more than 25 years and our team has an excellent reputation for their practical knowledge thanks to their extensive work and professional experience. Our courses have consistently high employment rates, so you know that what you learn in your lectures has real-world applications and will serve you well once you enter the workplace.

Relevant design and engineering courses are accredited by the Institution of Engineering Designers (IED) and the Engineering Council, ensuring you graduate with relevant and sought-after skills.

Access industry-standard facilitiesYou will work with industry-standard equipment during your time with us. We have invested in providing our design and engineering students with facilities that will give them useful experience that can be transferred to the workplace when they graduate.

Among our outstanding facilities are a CAD laboratory, fifth-generation Makerbot 3D printers, a Stratasys Fortus MC360 large-

envelope rapid prototyping machine, an RTV vacuum casting system, a Haas TM-1 four-axis CNC mill and high-specification Emco lathes.

PlacementsThe opportunity to undertake a professional placement while on your course is invaluable and enhances your skills and experience by enabling you to take what you’ve learned and apply this knowledge in practice in the design and engineering sector. Among the companies our students have worked for on placement are Jaguar Land Rover, Kondor, GE, Anglepoise, Princess Yachts and Disney.

Showcase your workOne of the highlights for final year students is the Design & Engineering Show, which is an opportunity for you to publicly display your work. This isn’t only for students to attend either, with a large number of representatives from businesses coming to view your exhibits and talk to you.

It’s a fantastic opportunity to network and, as it’s also open to the public, it means your friends and family can also find out more about what you’ve been up to during your time at university.

The design and engineering sector is ever evolving and a fascinating field to work in. Our courses place a strong emphasis on the practical aspects of the profession.

“The objects we construct pioneer our future, and with our constant need to evolve, engineers will pave the way.”Dominic Keeley, a BSc (Hons) Product Design student (pictured opposite)

Scan to read Dom’s blog, as well as India’s experiences of life as a Product Design student at BU. You can also see 360º videos of some of our facilities.

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Germany and Turkey In 2015/16, some of our students were undertaking their work placement in Germany and Turkey, as part of Erasmus+.

China and France Other students have undertaken year-long placements in China and France, while shorter international work placements took place in China, Cyprus, USA, Italy and Belgium.

Work placements with international impact Your placement can have international impact even if it is based here in the UK, as BA/BSc (Hons) Product Design student Elliot Arnold discovered in 2016. He helped to design the materials used at the launch of the state-of-the-art polymer £5 note, which was held at Blenheim Palace. “To see my designs come to life at such a prestigious, landmark event is both a huge honour and an incredible highlight of my placement year,” he said of the experience.

Internationally recognised placement opportunities Students on our degrees have undertaken work placements at companies with truly global presence, including Mattel, Bosch, GE Aviation, Bentley Motors, Mercedes AMG, and NATS.

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Design & Engineering ShowFinal year students take part in our annual Design & Engineering Show, showcasing their final year projects to visitors. It’s a valuable networking opportunity, and lots of organisations attend the event looking to recruit our students or to license their ideas.

For some students, like Ross Pike, the Design & Engineering Show can result in an immediate offer of employment – Quadrant2Design were so impressed with his final year project that they offered him a job.

The best talent from the show also goes on to exhibit at New Designers in London, and some have won awards there. In 2014, Graham Friend won the Procter & Gamble 'Touching and Improving Life' award, while in 2016, Chloe Moran won the Foundry Association prize.

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As part of your Product Design project, you'll make a fully working prototype to display at BU's Design & Engineering Show. This is a fantastic chance to put all that you have learned into practice and to showcase your skills to potential employers.

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Key areas of studyDesign Projects & Prototypes | Design Media | Materials & Processing | Technological Principles | User-Centred Design | Design Visualisation | Management & Commercialisation | Applied Technology | Business Development | Humanistic Design Studies (BA) | Advanced Technology (BSc)

MDes: Project Management | Materials Optimisation for Sustainability | Design Simulation or Design Interaction

www.bournemouth.ac.uk/product-design

UCAS code BA: W240 BSc: H101

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BA/BSc/MDes (Hons)Product Design

Is this the course for me?This hands-on degree is accredited by the Institution of Engineering Designers (IED). The Integrated Master’s degree (MDes (Hons)) has been accredited as fulfilling the requirements for Chartered Technological Product Designer (CTPD). The Bachelor’s degree (BA/BSc (Hons)) has been accredited as fulfilling the requirements for Registered Product Designer (RProdDes).

At all levels, the degree will give you the skills and guidance you need to develop successful commercial products. You’ll be encouraged to take a creative and innovative approach to problem solving, while also addressing the functional, social and economic needs of your design.

You’ll learn all the practical skills necessary to work in the sector as well as examining the theory behind product design, so that when you graduate you’ll have a balanced view of the product development process to complement your practical experience.

In your final year, you will exhibit your project/prototype at BU’s annual Design & Engineering Show. You can see some of our previous student’s work online and register to visit the show yourself at www.bournemouth.ac.uk/design-engineering-show

What makes this course different?• You will be making working prototypes from the very

start of your degree, which is unusual among other Product Design degrees

• BU offers a practical, industry-driven course with the support of a teaching team made up of lecturers with industry and design business experience

• Study at Bachelor’s or Integrated Master’s level, giving yourself the chance to stand out from the crowd when it comes to starting your career.

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Duration and delivery: BA/BSc (Hons) 4 years with a minimum 30-week placement. Full-time MDes (Hons): 5 years with a minimum 30-week placement. Full-time



If English is not your first language: IELTS (Academic) IELTS (Academic) 6.0 with minimum 5.5 in each component, or equivalent

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Key areas of studyDesign Projects | Materials & Processing | Design Media | User-Centred Design | Contextual Design | Manufacturing & Production | Visualisation Tools | Management & Commercialisation for Technical Projects | Interaction Design | Business Development | Industrial Design Studies | Visual Concept Communication

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BA (Hons)Industrial Design

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Is this the course for me?This course offers anyone with a flair for art and an interest in practical design the chance to understand the psychology of the user. You’ll be encouraged to be imaginative, adventurous, yet realistic in conceiving practical items for everyday use, communicating your designs through a range of design media, from freehand sketching and rendering to CAD modelling and visualisation.

As part of your final year, you’ll work on an extended project which will be displayed at the Design & Engineering Show on campus, where members of the design industry and the public can view your creations. Your work may also be selected to be displayed at New Designers in London. You can see previous student’s projects online at www.bournemouth.ac.uk/design-and-engineering-show.

What makes this course different?• This degree has been accredited by the IED as fulfilling the

requirements for Registered Product Designer (RProdDes)

• Graduates are working in sectors such as industrial design, packaging design, furniture design, aircraft interiors, visual media and graphics, branding and commercial design.

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Key areas of studyDesign Engineering Projects | Materials & Processing | Design Media | Engineering Principles | Electrical & Electronic Principles | Manufacturing & Production | Visualisation Tools | Management & Commercialisation for Technical Projects | Engineering Simulation

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BSc (Hons)Design Engineering

Is this the course for me?The engineering sector is projected to grow considerably in the coming years and the good news for those interested in making this their career, is that there is currently a lack of graduates with this specialism. As such, this course has been developed in consultation with industry experts and has earned an excellent reputation for its relevancy and the practical skills it teaches students.

You’ll develop the technical knowledge you require to get ahead in the industry, while being encouraged to think creatively about design problems. You’ll also gain a good awareness of market and business considerations, allowing you to utilise engineering and technology in the most efficient way to provide solutions to complex design and engineering issues.

What makes this course different?• Accredited by the Institution of Engineering Designers

(IED) and the Engineering Council for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as an Incorporated Engineer

• 90% of our students are in work or further study six months after graduating

• Dedicated design & engineering workshops on campus

• In your final year, you will exhibit your project/prototype at BU’s annual Design & Engineering Show: www.bournemouth.ac.uk/design-engineering-show.

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Key areas of studyBEng Project | Advanced Engineering | Business Development | MEng Project | Project Management | Mechanical Design | Manufacturing | Mechatronics

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BEng(Hons)/MEng (Hons)Engineering (part-time)

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Duration and delivery: 2-4 years part-time

Entry requirements: Level 6: FdEng, FdSc or HND with Merit in an Engineering discipline accredited to EngTech or partial IEng OR academic qualifications that have been approved at partial IEng/EngTech level through the IED Education and Training Committee or equivalent





Is this the course for me?This course is accredited by the Institution of Engineering Designers (IED) and the Engineering Council for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as an Incorporated Engineer (BEng graduates) or Chartered Engineer (MEng graduates). Accreditation is a mark of assurance that the degree meets the standards set by the Engineering Council in the UK Standard for Professional Engineering Competence (UK-SPEC).

This course is ideal for practicing engineers qualified to HND/FdSc/FdEng level to gain the academic qualifications necessary to achieve Incorporated Engineer or Chartered Engineer status whilst remaining in work.

The study units are delivered by distance learning with tutorial attendance typically three times for each unit of study. You will enter at Level 6 (BEng level). Your final award will be either Bachelor's or Master’s in Engineering depending on your exit point. All levels comprise of a number of core (compulsory) and option units. The option units are designed so you can tailor your own programme to meet the needs of your employer and the Engineering Council requirements.

What makes this course different?• Integrated Master’s course means you graduate with a

Master’s degree while remaining eligible for the standard Tuition Fee loan

• Accredited by the Institution of Engineering Designers (IED) and the Engineering Council.

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Key areas of studyBEng Project | Advanced Engineering | Business Development | MEng Project | Project Management

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BEng(Hons)/MEng (Hons)Mechanical Engineering

Is this the course for me?Although this degree is an Integrated Master’s, you can opt to graduate a year early with a BEng Engineering instead.

The course is designed to give you a solid grounding in all aspects of engineering, and will show you how to understand emerging technologies within the sector, as well as how to apply them to real-world situations.

You need to understand the behaviour, performance and limitations of new technologies if you are to utilise them effectively and appropriately, and this course will help you develop these skills, as well as teach you about modelling and simulating the performance of technologies.

This course meets the academic standards of Incorporated Engineer (IEng) and Chartered Engineer (CEng) as set by the IED. This means you can apply for IEng (with a BEng) or CEng (with an MEng) status after gaining suitable experience in an engineering role.

What makes this course different?• Our superb facilities prepare you for life in this challenging

career, with computer suites, manufacturing and technical workshops available for your use

• Optional work placement is a great way to gain industry experience.

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People’s Nursing 115BSc (Hons) Mental Health Nursing 116

Health ProfessionalsBSc (Hons) Midwifery 117Dip HE Operating Department

Practice 118BSc (Hons) Paramedic Science 119

RehabilitationBSc (Hons) Occupational Therapy 123BSc (Hons) Sports Therapy 120BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy 121

Health ScienceBSc (Hons) Clinical Exercise Science 124BSc/MNutr (Hons) Nutrition 125

Social WorkBA (Hons) Social Work 127

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Why choose us?Our health and social care team has forged strong links with local and national healthcare providers, as well as community organisations and private practices, giving you varied placement options and ensuring you gain lots of relevant experience.

Our practice simulation suites mirror both clinical and community workplace settings and provide a safe environment for you to practise your skills before heading out on placement. Whether that’s one of our acute or patient nursing wards, an operating theatre, physiotherapy clinic, exercise science laboratory, nutrition laboratory, maternity suite or our ambulance, all of our clinical skills areas provide state-of-the-art facilities for you to practise the skills required to become a confident practitioner.

To further enhance your learning, we're currently investing in a brand-new £42 million building that will house our Health & Social Care courses. It's due to open in September 2019.

We’ve also created community settings, such as household kitchens, lounges and dining rooms, that all of our students use to practise skills. That may be occupational therapy or social work students recreating a home visit or

paramedic students reconstructing an emergency call out to someone’s home; practising in these environments means that our students have the relevant skills when they are on their placements.

We provide access seven days a week to library and learning resources, computers, technobooths and printing facilities. Our health and social care courses are delivered on our Lansdowne Campus, near Bournemouth Town Centre.

Gain valuable experience and change people’s livesOur healthcare courses blend theory and work in a clinical skills environment with real-world experience on placements. You’ll spend up to 50% of your time on placement ensuring that you graduate as a confident and proficient practitioner, no matter which discipline you enter. Our courses are highly practical, allowing you to develop and hone the skills you’ll need to work in a variety of healthcare environments.

Our nutrition students have the opportunity to undertake a 20-day placement unit in their third year as well as an optional minimum 30-week placement, while our Sports Therapy and Clinical Exercise Science students will also do placements in each of the three years of study.

Working in health and social care is rewarding and demanding. It allows you to make a real difference to people’s lives and we’re committed to supporting you on your journey to becoming a professional practitioner.

“The facilities in the skills lab have given me the confidence to know that what I'm doing is really making a difference.”Scott Bruce, a BSc (Hons) Adult Nursing student (pictured opposite)

Scan to read Scott’s blog, as well as Beth’s experiences of life as a BU Adult Nursing student. You can also see 360º tours of some of our facilities, and have a sneak preview of our new building.

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Overseas electives Adult nursing students have the opportunity to undertake an overseas elective in their final year. 15 students went to Africa in 2016, with some receiving Global Horizons Funding to help towards the cost. Other students have visited Uganda in the past.

Costa Rica One of our nutrition students, Annish Chibber, undertook a month's placement in Costa Rica. Annish, who has now graduated, said of the experience: "It let me look into all the principles that affect nutrition in Costa Rica and how malnourishment affects the country and the local population."

Colombia Social Work students have had the chance to undertake a four-week internship in Columbia volunteering with families and communities hoping to change perceptions of their country. One BA (Hons) Social Work student, Michelle Lillywhite, said of the experience: "It was an amazing opportunity to have an internship in Medellin, Colombia, with two of my best friends."

Australia You can use your qualifications overseas, meaning you will be able to travel all over the world once you've graduated. For example, Katherine Coad, a 2005 graduate, spent three and a half years working at Poole Hospital before moving to live and work in Sydney, Australia. "BU gave me that degree, my career and that chance to gain life experience like no other," she says.

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We care because you doEverything we do is geared towards helping our graduates enjoy happy and rewarding careers

• High graduate employment rates across all our degrees

• Hands-on learning, with 50% of time being spent on placements

• Lots of hands-on teaching in our practice simulation suites will help to gain confidence in practical techniques before starting your placements

• Accreditations from national organisations, such as the Nursing & Midwifery Council (NMC) and the Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC) among others, allowing you to register with them on graduation.

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Key areas of studyFundamental Communication Skills | Anatomy & Physiology During the Lifespan | Personal & Professional Development | My Health & Wellbeing Through the Lifespan | Exploring Adult Nursing | Identifying, Knowledge for Practice | Exploring Evidence to Guide Professional Practice | Therapeutic Communication in Adult Nursing | Care of Clients with Acute & Long-Term | Conditions | Promoting Health & Wellbeing Throughout the Lifespan | Humanising Nursing Care | Developing Knowledge for Practice | Service Improvement Project | Managing Complex Conditions | Public Health | Professional Role | Reviewing Literature to Inform Practice | Evaluating Knowledge for Practice

www.bournemouth.ac.uk/adult-nursing

UCAS code B700

BSc (Hons)Adult Nursing

Key Information

Duration and delivery: 3 years, including mandatory full-time placements, or 3.5 years with mandatory part-time placements




Accreditation: Nursing & Midwifery Council (NMC)


Is this the course for me?Adult nursing isn’t just one of the most altruistic professions you could hope to work in, it’s also challenging, dynamic and incredibly varied. During your course you’ll develop the core skills and specialist knowledge needed to become a competent practitioner. What’s more whilst on work placements you’ll gain valuable experience in a range of healthcare environments within the NHS in hospitals and community placements, at private hospitals and at independent care providers.

As well as learning how to work with patients, you’ll develop the skills required to assist the families of those who are ill, and will gain an understanding of the roles of other health professionals, allowing you to work effectively with colleagues from various backgrounds and specialisms to provide the best possible care. This course is delivered in both Bournemouth and Yeovil. Once you have applied, you will be asked where you’d prefer to study.

Graduating from the course will enable you to apply for registration with the Nursing & Midwifery Council (NMC)

What makes this course different? • Study bases in Bournemouth and Yeovil

• Choose between September and February start dates

• You can take your placements on a part-time basis to fit around existing commitments

• Our practice simulation suites replicate a range of clinical and community environments and allow you to practice various skills in a safe and controlled setting

• Each year we hold a Nursing Careers Fair with over 30 exhibitors attending, and many students are offered jobs on the spot

• 97% of our students are working or studying six months after finishing their degree.

Study bases in Bournemouth and Yeovil Start dates September and February

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Key areas of studyTheoretical Principles of Children’s & Young People’s Nursing | Anatomy & Physiology During the Lifespan | Underpinning Children’s & Young People’s Nursing Through Social Sciences | Developing Knowledge for Practice | Acute Illness in Childhood & Adolescence | Living with Long-Term Conditions of Childhood | Promoting Children’s & Young People’s Health in the Community | Exploring Evidence to Guide Professional Practice | Application of Communication Skills in Children’s & Young Person’s Nursing | Service Improvement Project | Managing Emergency Care in Children’s & Young Person’s Nursing | Transition from Student to Registered Nurse (Child)

www.bournemouth.ac.uk/childrens-nursing

UCAS code B702

BSc (Hons)Children’s & Young People’s Nursing

Is this the course for me?This course will teach you all the specialist knowledge and skills required to become a Registered Nurse (Child) and gain a BSc (Hons) Children’s and Young People’s Nursing degree. You’ll learn all the relevant theory and examine best practice within children’s nursing, as well as developing your practical skills through the use of our clinical skills suites. You’ll discover that there’s a strong emphasis on practical learning, ensuring that you are confident in your abilities when you graduate.

There is a lot of scope to develop an exciting and varied career in this profession; although the NHS is the most obvious employer, there are many other options within the private and voluntary sectors, as well as working in roles that focus on community nursing services for children and young people. Once you have graduated, you'll find that many career paths in this area have excellent career progression opportunities.

What makes this course different?• You can take your placements on a part-time basis to fit

around existing commitments

• Practice simulation suites where you’ll learn your clinical skills in a safe environment

• A different locality placement in second year to allow you to experience a variety of acute placement locations

• 100% of our students are satisfied overall with the course according to the 2016 NSS scores

• 97% of our students are working or studying six months after finishing their degree

• A third-year unit encourages students to publish their work in a professional journal.

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Key areas of studyAnatomy & Physiology During the Lifespan | Fundamental Communication Skills | Mental Health, Wellbeing & Humanised Care in Later Life | Origins & Expressions of Mental Health & Wellbeing | Developing Knowledge for Practice | Exploring Evidence to Guide Professional Practice | Communication & Therapeutic Approaches to Mental Health | Physical Care in Mental Health Settings | The Value Base of Mental Health Nursing | Acute Mental Health – From Crisis to Wellbeing | Service Improvement Project | Evaluating Knowledge for Practice | Mental Health Nursing in Specific Settings | Communication, Leadership & Management in Mental Health | Supporting the Recovery Journey

www.bournemouth.ac.uk/mental-health

UCAS code B701

BSc (Hons)Mental Health Nursing

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Is this the course for me?One in four people will need help for mental health issues at some point in their life, so a career in this sector is as rewarding as they come. Dealing with mental health problems is challenging for both the service user and their carers, therefore it’s an area of nursing that needs competent and caring professionals.

If you think you’re up to the challenge, one of your key roles will be to enable and to educate, encouraging those experiencing mental health problems to progress towards recovery. During this engaging and dynamic course, you’ll work closely with students on other nursing and healthcare courses, allowing you to understand the perspectives of fellow healthcare professionals and ultimately find the best ways to work together to help those with mental health issues.

Graduating successfully from the course will enable you to apply for professional registration with the Nursing & Midwifery Council (NMC)

What makes this course different?• 50:50 study and placements including community

placements, starting in your first year


• You can take your placements on a part-time basis to fit around existing commitments

• Guest talks from carers and service users provide valuable insight into the needs of patients.

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Key areas of studyClinical Practice | Introduction to Professional Practice | Antenatal & Postnatal Care of Mother & Baby | Labour & Birth | Health & Wellbeing | Pathophysiology | Caseloading Practice | Medicines Management | Exploring Evidence to Guide Professional Practice | Complex Care | Health Leadership & Innovation | Evidencing Practice | Service Improvement Project

www.bournemouth.ac.uk/midwifery-ug

UCAS code B720

BSc (Hons)MidwiferyStudy bases in Bournemouth and Portsmouth Start dates September (Bournemouth) and February (Portsmouth)

Is this the course for me?What career could be more rewarding than caring for women as they bring new life into the world? This course will provide the learning opportunities that you will need to become a competent and reflective midwife, who is able to base their holistic care on contemporary evidence, with a commitment to lifelong learning. There is a strong practical emphasis on this course, with 50% of your time spent on placements. Our practice simulation rooms provide you with a safe environment in which to practice your skills before you move into the workplace. You’ll also be working closely with other healthcare students, giving you an insight into different areas of the healthcare system and promoting interprofessional learning.

You can choose to study at Bournemouth or Portsmouth for this course. The Bournemouth course starts in September and the Portsmouth course starts in February.

What makes this course different?• Graduating successfully from the course will enable you to

apply for registration with the Nursing & Midwifery Council (NMC)

• Practice simulation rooms provide a safe environment for you to hone your skills

• A variety of placements provided in a wide range of NHS hospitals, NHS community care, private, independent and voluntary sector organisations


Key Information

Duration and delivery: 3 years, including mandatory placements. Full-time

Entry requirements: 128 tariff points including 40 points from a required subject

Required subjects: Biology or Human Biology. BTEC applicants will need to study specific courses. See website for details.




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Key areas of studyFundamental Communication Skills | Foundations in Anaesthetic Care | Foundations in Surgical Care | Foundations in Postanaesthetic Care | Foundations in Perioperative Practice | Exploring Evidence to Guide Professional Practice | Care in Anaesthesia | Care in Surgery | Care in Postanaesthesia | Developing Perioperative Practice

www.bournemouth.ac.uk/odp

UCAS code B991

DipHEOperating Department Practice

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Accreditation: Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC)


Is this the course for me?Operating Department Practitioners (ODPs) are a vital part of the perioperative team, delivering safe, high quality care to surgical patients during anaesthesia, surgery and postanaesthesia (recovery). This course will teach you the theory and practical skills you need to work in this fascinating field, while providing you with plenty of opportunities to put that learning into practice on work placements. You’ll be encouraged to put patient care at the centre of everything you do and will learn to assess patient needs and provide appropriate care.

We have a simulated operating theatre where you can develop your practical skills in a safe and controlled setting. Work placements are also an important part of this course and after each taught block you are placed in the relevant clinical area in your hospital base for between six and 12 weeks.

What makes this course different?• As this course is validated by the HCPC, you can apply to

become a registered ODP upon completion of the course

• 60% of your course will be on placement, where you'll be working alongside practitioners in operating departments across the region's hospitals

• 100% of our students working within six months of completing the course

• 96% of students are satisfied with the quality of this course, according to the National Student Satisfaction survey.

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Key areas of studyAnatomy, Physiology & Science for Paramedics | Paramedic Science Context | Identifying Core Skills & Strategies for Holistic Patient Assessment | Paramedic Practice Portfolio | Pharmacology for Paramedic Science | Developing Advanced Paramedic Skills & Strategies | Exploring Evidence to Guide Professional Practice | Anatomy & Physiology for Paramedics – Disease Processes | Fundamentals of Long-Term Conditions Across The Lifespan | Paramedic Care of Minor Ailments | Physical Examination & Minor Injuries | Service Improvement Project | Exploring Research & Development in Paramedic Practice

www.bournemouth.ac.uk/paramedic-science

UCAS code 86G3

BSc (Hons)Paramedic Science

Is this the course for me?Working as a paramedic is incredibly rewarding, exciting and challenging. On this course, you'll learn how to respond to emergencies and provide urgent medical care to those who need it. You need a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical skills to excel in this field, and this course will provide you with both.

As well as being taught by lecturers with knowledge and experience of a diverse array of healthcare professions, your course will include workshops and talks from carers and other people who use the services provided in this profession.

Work placements are a key component of this course and you will complete 2,250 hours of practice throughout your degree. This will involve experiencing the full 24-hour shift pattern alongside your paramedic mentors. We have a range of facilities to help you develop the skills you need as a paramedic, including practice simulation suites and even an ambulance that serves as a training environment for our students.

What makes this course different?• You will undertake 2,250 hours of clinical placement

experience, starting in your first year

• We have great training facilities at unique locations, including fire stations, Bournemouth International Airport, RNLI and Streetwise (a local facility that simulates an entire street)


Key Information



Required subjects: Biology or Human Biology. BTEC applicants will need to study specific courses. See website for details.


Accreditation: Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC) and College of Paramedics


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Key areas of studyFoundations of Sports Therapy | Early Career Professionalism | Athlete Welfare | Exercise Prescription for Sports Therapy | Assessment of Sports Injuries | Research Methodologies | Soft Tissue and Therapeutic Modalities | Applied Physiology | Manual Therapy | Rehabilitation in Sports Therapy | Innovations in Sports Therapy | Service Improvement Project | Sports Therapy Practice Project | Research Project

www.bournemouth.ac.uk/sports-therapy

UCAS code 846W

BSc (Hons)Sports Therapy

Key Information



Required subjects: Biology, Human Biology or Physical Education


Accreditation: Society of Sports Therapists


Is this the course for me?This course enables you to develop skills relating to the prevention, assessment and management of sports injuries. Graduating successfully will make you eligible to apply for membership with the Society of Sports Therapists.

Sports therapists work with a variety of health and sports professionals in many different environments. They have an important role in making sure that people, regardless of age and ability, are able to return to sport and physical activity and reach their potential.

You will learn how to use sports and exercise principles to optimise performance by writing and carrying out injury prevention programmes and how to provide immediate care of injuries and basic life support in a recreational, clinical, training and competitive environment.

During your placements you’ll assess, treat and refer patients for specialist advice and intervention, provide appropriate sport and remedial massage, and plan and implement appropriate rehabilitation programmes.

You’ll have the chance to gain observational and practical skills throughout the programme which may be at the pitch side or within a sports injury clinic. You will be expected to complete a minimum of 250 hours of supervised experience within this field.

What makes this course different?• Gain practice experience in every year of the course, in a

variety of settings

• You’ll have access to skills labs and the sports performance laboratory allowing practical learning

• Learn and work alongside other healthcare professionals to develop the skills required to work in interdisciplinary environments.

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Key areas of studySkills for Therapy Practice | Science for Physiotherapy | Physiotherapy Management of the Inpatient | Exercise, Movement & Rehabilitation | Physiotherapy Portfolio | Exploring Evidence to Guide Professional Practice | Acute Rehabilitation | Community Rehabilitation | Outpatient Rehabilitation | Service Improvement Project | Progressing Physiotherapy Practice | Research for Physiotherapy Practice | Innovations in Physiotherapy

www.bournemouth.ac.uk/physiotherapy

UCAS code B160

BSc (Hons)Physiotherapy

Is this the course for me?As a physiotherapist your incredibly rewarding role will be to help maximise each patient’s potential through your knowledge of human movement and function. There is a range of techniques that you can use to manage physical, psychological and social wellbeing, and this dynamic and exciting course will give you a comprehensive grounding in all of them. What’s more you’ll have access to facilities, including physiotherapy skills rooms equipped with anatomical models, electrotherapy machines, rehabilitation equipment and interactive AV equipment.

There is a strong emphasis on the practical side of physiotherapy on this course, and you’ll undertake a variety of placements, obtaining a minimum of 1,000 hours of practice experience by the time you graduate. Your work placements will be based in acute hospitals and community settings, giving you experience of a broad range of environments.

On graduation, you will be able to apply for registration with the HCPC and the CSP.

What makes this course different?• You’ll undertake 1,000 hours of clinical placements, starting

in your first year to allow you to constantly apply theory to practice

• 95% of our students are in a professional/managerial job six months after finishing this course

• 95% of our students voted that they were satisfied with the course, according to the National Student Satisfaction survey.

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Required subjects: Biology, Human Biology or Physical Education. BTEC applicants will need to study specific courses. See website for details.


Accreditation: Health & Care Professionals Council (HCPC) and Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP)


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" You get ample opportunity to focus on areas that interest you. The lecturers are extremely approachable with extensive practical experience. This allows them to give examples from practice, vital to understanding occupational therapy."

Rebecca Hill, BSc (Hons) Occupational Therapy student

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Key areas of studyBecoming an Occupational Therapist | Skills for Therapy Practice | Occupational Therapy in Action | Analysing Occupation | Reasoning for Occupational Therapy Practice | Exploring Evidence to Guide Professional Practice | Promoting Health & Wellbeing | Research for Occupational Therapy Practice | Innovation in Occupational Therapy | Service Improvement Project | Occupational Therapy Portfolio

www.bournemouth.ac.uk/occupational-therapy

UCAS code B930

BSc (Hons)Occupational Therapy

Is this the course for me?Occupational therapy is incredibly varied and working in this profession will see you helping people of all ages and backgrounds in a variety of settings. You will learn the best ways to enable people to engage in their daily lives by maximising their functional potential and adapting their environment.

There is a strong practical focus on this course, both through the placements you undertake and the use of our excellent facilities. These include practice simulation suites such as a daily living suite and kitchen, where you will make use of the latest equipment and learn how to tackle common situations encountered by occupational therapists (OTs).

You will complete over 1,000 hours of clinical practice placement experience, have the opportunity to get involved in volunteering activities and engage in practical skills-based sessions with lecturers, clinicians and service users. The academic aspect of the course focuses on evidence-based learning to enable you to study the theories and techniques required to become a proficient occupational therapy practitioner.

The course has a strong emphasis on learning through problem solving and you will work on real-life scenarios to improve your knowledge and understanding of occupational roles and how to apply these to bring tangible benefits to health and wellbeing.

What makes this course different?• You'll undertake 1,000 hours of community and clinical

placements starting in your first year


• 100% of our students said they were satisfied with the quality of the course, according to the National Student Satisfaction survey.

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Accreditation: Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC) and College of Occupational Therapists (COT)


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Key areas of studyHuman Anatomy & Physiology | The Anatomy of Human Movement | Principles of Food & Nutrition | Psychosocial Aspects of Health | Exercise Prescription | Research Methodologies | Clinical Exercise Physiology | Pathophysiology | Promoting Health & Wellbeing | Management of Rehabilitation Systems | Integrated Clinical Rehabilitation - Long-Term Diseases & Musculoskeletal Injuries | Community Health & Wellbeing | Research Project

www.bournemouth.ac.uk/exercise-science

UCAS code CB69

BSc (Hons)Clinical Exercise Science

Key Information

Duration and delivery: 3 years, including mandatory placements, or 4 years with a minimum 30-week placement. Full-time


Required subjects: Biology or Chemistry. If you are not studying one of these subjects, please contact us


Accreditation: This course is endorsed by the Register of Exercise Professionals (REPs)


Is this the course for me?This course provides you with the scientific knowledge and practical skills you’ll need to safely prescribe and manage exercise and rehabilitation programmes for a range of people, from athletes to those with disabilities and people suffering from injury and illness.

Whilst studying at our Lansdowne Campus and at the Anglo European Chiropractic College (AECC), you’ll acquire the skills and knowledge needed to excel on this popular course and later, the industry. What’s more you’ll undertake several work placements to gain that all-important practical experience, in a variety of environments.

What makes this course different?• Joint delivery with the AECC ensuring you have access to

some of the best facilities on the south coast

• Three-year course with clinical placements, with the opportunity to do a four-year course including a 30-week industrial placement in Year 3

• Placements in organisations such as the NHS, AECC, BH Live and community-based settings

• The course is endorsed by the Register of Exercise Professionals (REPs)

• 100% of our graduates are in work or further study within six months of finishing their course.

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Key areas of studyPrinciples of Food & Nutrition | Human Food Chain | Psychosocial Aspects of Health | Human Anatomy & Physiology | Chemistry | Nutrition in Health & Disease | Food Processing & Development | Promoting Health & Wellbeing | Food Safety & Microbiology | Biochemistry | Nutritional Requirements Throughout Life | Placement | Community Health & Wellbeing | Research Project

MNutr only: Dissertation Project | Advanced Research Methods | Evidencing Professional Learning

www.bournemouth.ac.uk/nutrition

UCAS code BSc: B400

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BSc (Hons)/MNutr (Hons)Nutrition

Is this the course for me?The field of nutrition is constantly evolving and growing in importance as more health issues are becoming linked to diet. On this cutting-edge course, you’ll discover all the key areas of nutrition, combining the science with the social, behavioural and lifestyle issues that are present in society today. As well as looking at the fundamental principles of nutrition, you’ll examine food development, production, legislation and safety, and the psychosocial concepts of promoting health.

You can round off your study with an additional year at postgraduate level, so this course is delivered as a four or five-year Integrated Master’s course, depending on whether you do a placement year or not.

You’ll undertake a practice placement before the start of the third year, which is designed to give you first-hand knowledge within the workplace of your choice. By completing this placement you’ll greatly enhance your employability prospects. Some students also opt to take a year out between the second and final year as a further work experience.

What makes this course different?• You will be eligible to register as an Associate Nutritionist

with the Association for Nutrition on graduation

• You will have access to state-of-the-art science and food laboratories

• A 20-day work placement and the opportunity for a year placement in year 3

• 100% of our graduates are in work or further study within six months of finishing their course.

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Duration and delivery: BSc (Hons): 3 years, including a mandatory 20-day placement, or 4 years with a minimum 30-week placement. Full-time MNutr (Hons): 4 years, including a mandatory 20-day placement, or 5 years with a minimum 30-week placement. Full-time

Entry requirements: BSc (Hons): 104-112 tariff points including 32 points from a required subject MNutr (Hons): 112 tariff points including 32 points from a required subject

Required subjects: Biology or Chemistry


Accreditation: Association for Nutrition (AfN)


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"As a social work student I have found the course to be both fulfilling and rewarding. The lecturers make the academic work interesting and challenging with an emphasis on understanding how your own values impact on your practice. There is a great deal of support from the staff and fellow students to get you through the course. The placement opportunities are unique and provide excellent insight into the social work role as well as multi agency working. I feel excited about qualifying with the new skills I have acquired from BU and moving into employment as a social worker."

Chrissy Beatty, BA (Hons) Social Work student

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Key areas of studySocial Exclusion & Discrimination | Law & Social Policy | Working with Children & Families | Social Work with Adults | Personal & Professional Development for Social Work | Practice Learning in the Community | Models, Methods & Approaches for Social Work Intervention | Use of Self: Theory & Practice | Values, Ethics & Ideology | Psychosocial Perspectives of the Life Course | Family Intervention | Working with Risk & Complexity | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Critical Literature Review

www.bournemouth.ac.uk/social-work

UCAS code L500

BA (Hons)Social Work

Is this the course for me?Social work can be a challenging and incredibly rewarding profession, and this course will prepare you for working in this field through a combination of academic study and practical work placements. Crucially, the academic teaching team and our students share the motivation to make a positive difference in the lives of service users and carers.

You’ll learn how to deal with dilemmas and challenges in social welfare, social exclusion and discrimination, law and social policy, working with children, young people and adults, as well as mental health and substance abuse.

Our academic team is active in a variety of research areas, including child protection, kinship care and gender relations, parental substance use, mental health, the impact of poverty, and dementia, including dementia diagnosis. They will pass on their specialist knowledge to you throughout your course.

You will undertake two full-time Practice Learning Placements as part of the course, gaining essential practice experience that will develop your social work knowledge and skills. In year 2 you will undertake a 70-day placement in a social care setting and in year 3 you will undertake 100 days in a social work team, undertaking statutory tasks. The wide range of placements includes social work teams delivering services to older people, children and families or people with disabilities; hospital social work teams; residential and day care settings; drug and alcohol services; mental health services; supported housing and homelessness schemes; and projects for young people experiencing home and school difficulties.

What makes this course different?• Two full-time placements as part of the course

• After graduating, you’ll be a qualified social worker with the HCPC.

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CoursesBA (Hons) History 132BA (Hons) Politics 133BA (Hons) Sociology 137BA (Hons) Sociology & Anthropology 134BA (Hons) Sociology & Criminology 135

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Why choose us?This diverse subject area will give you the chance to expand your understanding of human identity and behaviour together with social interaction and institutions across different contexts – sociological, historical and political.

Our history and politics courses are delivered by the Faculty of Media & Communication, where a media-driven environment provides the courses with a new, fresh perspective. Our sociology degrees are delivered by the Faculty of Health & Social Sciences, where you will learn from research-active sociologists and social anthropologists in fields including society and social formation, anthropology, criminology, cultural diversity and social welfare. Experts from each of these areas will bring a 21st century focus to illuminate these more traditional subjects.

We offer a work placement for every undergraduate student, which can be a fantastic way to put what you’ve learned in your lectures into practice and to see how your chosen specialism could translate into a career – it may even open your eyes to a career path you’d never considered before.

We have an excellent reputation for producing graduates who are ready for the world of work

and who have a clear understanding of how to apply their knowledge to a range of scenarios.

Work with expertsIn addition to having the opportunity to tap into a range of skills on a work placement, you will be taught by a team of experts throughout your course. Our staff have extensive experience in their chosen field, combining their academic expertise in the humanities and social sciences with professional experience working in industry. This gives you the chance to learn about your discipline and its applications in the modern world from experts with professional connections.

Wide-ranging career optionsStudying in these areas will give you various options when it comes to a career after university, with opportunities including media, publishing, education, surveying, public relations, tourism, corporate business, local government, police and youth justice as well as research.

There are also many postgraduate courses open to you that allow you to specialise further within your chosen field, with a strong academic background making an ideal starting point for progressing all the way to a PhD.

If you enjoy being challenged by new ideas, are inquisitive and want to develop a broad and deep knowledge of how society functions, our courses will prepare you for a range of challenging and exciting roles in late modern society.

“I love my course because it is so different to any of the other courses I had applied to at other universities. It’s been so much fun here at BU.”Lydia Keys, a BA (Hons) Politics student (pictured opposite)

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Global perspectives All of our courses are designed with a global perspective woven throughout all the units, and you will have the option of working or studying abroad to expand your knowledge even further.

Malaysia We have a partnership with Universiti Sains Malaysia, and each sociology cohort has the chance to select an international placement in Malaysia. In 2016, nine sociology students spent nearly three weeks in Penang, working with refugees, children and families affected by poverty. When they returned, they presented their findings to an audience of academics and coursemates to share their experiences.

Kosovo We are working with the University of Prishtina in Kosovo and a German-based non-governmental organisation to develop an educational game that will one day support young Kosovars as they connect with their history. BU staff and students visited Kosovo to visit heritage and cultures sites and to listen to the stories of the Kosovan people. The next step is to develop one of the six storylines for the game that the team came up with following the trip.

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The right environment for youWhat you can expect when you get here:

• Anthropology students will have access to our dedicated labs, which are home to one of the best collections of human skeletal remains among UK universities

• History and Politics courses are delivered in the media-driven environment of the Faculty of Media & Communication

• History students will become members of the internationally renowned Centre for Media History, which is based at BU

• Sociology courses are taught by a research-active team in the Faculty of Health & Social Science.

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Key areas of studyConcepts & Methods | Sources & Archives | Being an Historian | Media, Communications & Society in Britain | History of Political Thought | History in the Public World | European Histories 1800-2000 | The Home Front: From the Napoleonic Wars to Afghanistan | Interpreting History | Community Histories

www.bournemouth.ac.uk/history

UCAS code H4F5

BA (Hons)History

Key Information

Duration and delivery: 3 years including a 4-week placement, or 4 years including a minimum 30-week placement. Full-time

Entry requirements: 112-120 tariff points including 32 points from a required subject

Required subjects: History



Is this the course for me?This course will give you an excellent overview of modern British history, with an added media flavour. As well as studying history in an academic sense, you’ll learn what it’s like to be an historian in this digital age and how to utilise the vast array of archives and media records to aid your studies.

Although it has a strong grounding in British history, this course doesn’t neglect the wider European and global contexts surrounding events. It covers social, cultural and political history, ensuring you gain a good overall understanding of the subject area and are able to examine it from a range of perspectives. You’ll also look closely at how the media has portrayed events and learn how best to assess and evaluate these valuable, but often subjective, records of the past.

What makes this course different?• You will become a member of the internationally

renowned Centre for Media History which is based at Bournemouth University

• You will work with a range of outside agencies such as museums, archives and heritage organisations

• You will be introduced to a range of sources and archives including not only books and public records but newspapers, diaries, films, photographs, sound recordings, television programmes and websites.

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Key areas of studyHistory of Political Thought | Researching Politics | Experiencing Politics | Media, Journalism & Society | Public Opinion & Persuasion | Global Perspectives on Politics | Digital Politics | Political Psychology | Political Marketing & Campaigning | Critical Debates in Contemporary Politics | Global Current Affairs | International Relations | New Political Communication

www.bournemouth.ac.uk/politics

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BA (Hons)Politics

Is this the course for me?Politics is constantly evolving and changing. In our digital age the media plays an increasingly important role in political elections, campaigns and conflicts all over the world. On this course you’ll develop a clear understanding of UK and international politics, gaining the critical and practical skills you need to engage in modern politics.

Combining insights from political science, sociology, psychology, history and philosophy, you’ll learn to evaluate politicians, political systems and organisations. This course also examines the opportunities and challenges that come with doing politics in a hyper-mediated environment.

What makes this course different?• You will learn from internationally recognised media and

politics experts with years of practical experience working in political journalism, campaigning, and advocacy

• You will develop a global perspective inside the classroom through a curriculum designed to consider political and media systems all over the world. Outside the classroom you can expand this knowledge through study abroad opportunities and a range of internationally focused activities on and off campus.

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Key areas of studyIntroduction to Social Research | Families & Kinship in Contemporary Society | Introduction to Social Research | Ancient People & Places | Introduction to Anthropology | Social Exclusion & Discrimination | Globalisation & Marginalisation | Themes in Archaeology & Anthropology | Methods & Methodologies in the Social Sciences | Cultural Ecology | Politics & Ideology

www.bournemouth.ac.uk/sociology-anthropology

UCAS code LL36

BA (Hons)Sociology & Anthropology

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Duration and delivery: 3 years, or 4 years including a minimum 30-week placement. Full-time





Is this the course for me?On this explorative and intriguing course, expert sociologists, social anthropologists and biological anthropologists will teach you how these distinct yet interrelated disciplines explore human experiences in their social and cultural contexts.They guide you into research and explore with you how our disciplines’ insights apply to burning issues in the real world.

You’ll delve into hot topics such as globalisation, the economic crisis, ageing societies, humanitarian intervention, terrorism and protection, whilst gaining a thorough understanding of connections between societies and cultures all over the world, both present day and the past.

Sociology and anthropology are a natural pairing, with each discipline complementing the other and opening up a range of career options once you graduate. You’ll develop a variety of research and analytical skills, in addition to gaining detailed knowledge of current practical social challenges, all skills that are sought after by employers.

What makes this course different?• The subjects studied encourage open-mindedness and

curiosity about the world, which are attractive qualities to a wide variety of employers

• The course brings together the expertise of academics from two faculties at BU, providing you with broad knowledge and perspectives, as well as the option to specialise in your preferred area as the course progresses

• The course has a broad outlook to aid understanding of issues in our global society, past and present.

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Key areas of studyIntroduction to Social Research | Introduction to Criminology & the Criminal Justice System | Social Exclusion & Discrimination | Introduction to Social Theory & Deviance | Study Skills: Studying Urban & Rural Communities | Ethnographies of Crime & Policing | Methods & Methodologies in the Social Sciences | What Hurts, Where Does it Hurt, How Much Does it Hurt? – The Impact & Costs of Crime | Trafficking, Migration & Criminality | Terrorism, Protection & Society | Addressing Crime: Penology, Prevention & Victims

www.bournemouth.ac.uk/sociology-criminology

UCAS code H2L9

BA (Hons)Sociology & Criminology

Is this the course for me?Sociology and criminology are of increasing social relevance to contemporary societies. Together they provide analysis and understanding of a continually evolving world and issues relating to changing crime, deviance and its management in the context of changing demographics, globalisation, and migration.

By studying sociology you’ll gain a clearer understanding of society and social processes to address the problems of late modern societies, and criminology adds a distinctive flavour to our understanding of crime, deviancy, criminal behaviour and the processes of criminalisation in those societies.

You’ll benefit from an opportunity to develop specialist knowledge of crime, deviance and its treatment in society from sociological perspectives. You will also gain in-depth knowledge of global issues of diversity and marginalisation as well as being equipped with an understanding of how social and governmental policy can be used to improve or exacerbate the challenges faced by late modern societies.

What makes this course different?• You can choose to do a short 20-day or a minimum

30-weeks placement to develop your subject insight and employability skills

• Some students may also have the opportunity to undertake an international student exchange or placement as well as a semester at the University Malaysia Sarawak, our partner university

• Choose from a variety of optional units in years two and three, depending on your areas of interest.

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"It's a very interesting course that will give you a new perspective on the media, international relations and political communication."

Elina Kuusio, BA (Hons) Politics student

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Key areas of studyIntroduction to Social Research | Families & Kinship in Contemporary Society | Introduction to Social Theory & Deviance | Social Exclusion & Discrimination | Understanding Rural & Communities | Introduction to Criminology & the Criminal Justice System | Methods & Methodologies in the Social Sciences | Globalisation & Marginalisation | Into the Field | Histories of Social Policy and Social Welfare| Dissertation | Terrorism, Protection & Society | Seekers, Believers & Iconoclasts: Sociology of Thought | Troubling Gender

www.bournemouth.ac.uk/sociology

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BA (Hons)Sociology

Is this the course for me?Sociology analyses the organisation and functioning of societies. This course offers a range of contemporary and cutting-edge units that will enable you to contribute to that important analysis. During the course you will learn research skills and participate in research throughout your degree. You will have the opportunity to undertake an optional 30-week placement in between Year 2 and Year 3, or a 20-day placement in either Year 2 or Year 3.

This course has a strong global focus on sociological issues in an international context with a view to you developing a comparative cross-cultural perspective towards exploring social phenomena. With organisations of all kinds becoming increasingly globally focused, there is a growing need for graduates who can bring an international, research-based perspective to the workplace, along with other employment skills.

By the time you graduate, you’ll have a solid grounding in and good understanding of sociological concepts, theories and social research, as well as having the ability to apply these to the complexities of the modern social world.

What makes this course different?• You’ll have the opportunity to hear from expert guest

speakers and will be able to participate in a variety of student field trips

• There is also the opportunity to undertake international student exchanges or placements as well as a semester at the University Malaysia Sarawak, our partner university

• Depending on your areas of interest you'll be able to choose different option units in year 2 and year 3.

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CoursesLLB (Hons) Business Law 142LLB (Hons) Entertainment Law 142LLB (Hons) Law 142LLB (Hons) Law & Taxation 142LLB (Hons) Law with Economics 142LLB (Hons) Law with Politics 142

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Why choose us?We have a long tradition of offering high-quality law courses that prepare you for the world of work and allow you to specialise in an area of law that interests you.

All of our law courses are Qualifying Law degrees, which means that you’ll graduate with more than just a degree - you’ll also have an accreditation from the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) and Bar Standards Board (BSB). Where applicable, courses are also accredited by the Chartered Institute of Taxation (CIOT).

To make sure that our courses teach you what you need to know, we’ve worked closely with the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA), the Bar Standards Board (BSB) and various members of the legal profession to come up with course content that reflects the industry today, regardless of your specialism.

Put learning into practiceWe understand that it takes more than simply learning in a lecture theatre to make you a well-rounded legal professional, which is why all our law courses feature a mandatory 30-week placement, putting us among the few universities in the UK to offer this.

Over the years, we’ve developed excellent links with a range of legal firms, from local

organisations to national companies. You could find yourself on a placement with a company such as Sun, Steele Raymond, Law Debenture, Citizen’s Advice Bureau, Gardner Leader, CPS and Garside & Hoy Solicitors, among many others.

You’ll also be encouraged to attend court and gain other relevant work experience during your studies to ensure that you graduate with a wealth of experience, and truly stand out from the crowd in this competitive job market.

Expert tuitionYour lecturers will all have an excellent understanding of the legal system and their area of specialism, but this isn’t the only place that you’ll encounter expertise during your course. You’ll be dealing with qualified law librarians when you’re doing your research in our extensive facilities, which include dedicated law libraries and online legal research facilities.

Varied career optionsWhile all of our law courses provide you with the skills required to enter the legal profession, this is not the only career route open to you. Our law graduates work in a variety of roles, including as a commercial officer, a financial education officer, a merger claims adviser, an account manager and a corporate foreign exchange clerk, among others.

Law is a fascinating and highly competitive field, offering you the chance to work in a demanding, yet rewarding profession.

“When deciding which university to study at, I was drawn to BU because of the wide areas of law you get to study.”Jasmine Cattigan, an LLB (Hons) Law student (pictured opposite)

Scan to read Jasmine’s blog about life as an LLB (Hons) Law student at BU, and to see a video of our Moot Court in action.

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Qualifying Law Degree All of our undergraduate law courses are Qualifying Law Degrees (QLD), which also give you the opportunity to specialise in an area of law that interests you.

Exchange arrangements We have exchange arrangements with several overseas universities, including institutions in Canada, Italy, Switzerland and Australia, where you can undertake a course that will enhance your learning at BU.

International placements One of the main things that makes our law courses stand out is the minimum 30-week placement that you’ll undertake during your third year at university. This is a unique opportunity to gain valuable experience and meet successful legal professionals before you graduate. However, you don’t have to stay local when you go on your placement – you are encouraged to look for opportunities all over the UK and abroad, to broaden your legal knowledge and experience in a global context.

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Hands-on legal experienceHow our Moot Court can give you the edge when it comes to gaining experience:

One of the more innovative ways in which we prepare you for a legal career is through the use of our practical Moot Court experience. You will have the chance to take part in workshops and work with non-law students from across BU in show trials involving judges, juries, witnesses and legal counsels.

As a first-year law student you will prepare and deliver advanced mooting skills, gaining professional confidence and legal competence, and develop advanced legal skills in the first year that are akin to the skills learned at postgraduate level on a Legal Practice Course or Bar Professional Training Course prior to becoming a barrister.

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Key areas of studyLaw of the European Union (EU) | Contract Law | Constitutional Law | Criminal Law | Legal Skills & Systems | Public Law Studies | Equity & The Law of Trusts | Law of Torts | Land Law | Commercial Law & Transactions | Public International Law

www.bournemouth.ac.uk/lawcourses

UCAS code M100 Law degrees

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Duration and delivery: UK/EU: 4 years, including a minimum 30-week placement. Full-time

Non-EU: 3 years, with a minimum 30-week placement. Full-time

Entry requirements: 112 - 120 tariff points, including 80 points from two A-levels, or equivalent



Accreditation: Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) and the Bar Standards Board (BSB)


Is this the course for me?We offer six exciting law pathways, one providing a general legal education and the others allowing you to specialise in a specific legal field; Business Law, Entertainment Law, Law with Economics, Law & Taxation, and Law with Politics.

We know that it’s difficult to decide which area of law you would like to focus on when you are just setting out on your training, which is why all of our law pathways share a common first year. This means that you don’t need to make any major decisions about which branch of law you would like to specialise in until you have spent a year studying the subject area and have a better grasp of what each field entails.

You will be encouraged to investigate areas that interest you, as well as to gain experience by attending court and undertaking work placements during the third year of your course.

What makes this course different?• Our Law degrees give you the option to specialise in a

specific area of law, each of which can lead to challenging and exciting career opportunities

• All these Law degrees are Qualifying Law Degrees and they satisfy the legal professions by providing the academic stage of legal training enabling you to proceed on to the Legal Practice Course or Bar Professional Training Course to become a solicitor or barrister.

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LLB (Hons) LawThis is the most general of our legal pathways, providing you with an excellent understanding of law and leaving your career options completely open. Skilled graduates are not only sought after by legal firms, but also other organisations that need employees with a good understanding of the law.

LLB (Hons) Business LawOrganisations of all sizes need employees with a broad understanding of corporate and other laws, as well as people with good corporate awareness, initiative and communication skills. This degree will give you the legal background you need to get ahead in business, as well as equipping you with analytical, presentation, research and written skills, all of which are highly transferable.

LLB (Hons) Entertainment LawThe media industry is constantly evolving and changing, which means so too are the laws that govern it. Intellectual Property Law has become particularly important in this digital age, and this pathway will provide you with all the knowledge you need to get ahead in the fields of Intellectual Property and Media Regulation.

LLB (Hons) Law with EconomicsThis pathway has been designed to give you the option of working in the legal profession or another aspect of business. You will combine the study of law with that of economics, covering everything from economic strategies and policies to Business, Public and Intellectual Property law..

LLB (Hons) Law & TaxationOn this course you will cover tax policy and practice, as well as examining the legal principles. In addition to being accredited by the SRA and BSB, this course offers additional CIOT (Chartered Institute of Taxation) exemptions, as you will be allowed to sit the CIOT’s final exams without first becoming a tax technician.

LLB (Hons) Law with PoliticsOn this pathway you will study contemporary, historical and global issues in politics. It enables you to appreciate the wider political context in which law is created and operates.

“I chose to study Law at Bournemouth University because the opportunities provided by the placement year are something that would not be available at other universities.”

Rebecca Manu, LLB (Hons) Law student

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CoursesBA (Hons) Advertising 148BA (Hons) Communication & Media 153BA (Hons) English 160MLit (Hons) English 161BA (Hons) Film 155BA (Hons) Film Production & Cinematography 154BA (Hons) Marketing Communications 149

BA (Hons) Media Production 156BA (Hons) Multimedia Journalism 151BA (Hons) Photography 157BA (Hons) Public Relations 150BA (Hons) Scriptwriting for Film & Television 158BA (Hons) Television Production 159

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Why choose us?The Faculty of Media & Communication at BU is the largest centre of professional higher education for the film and media industries in the UK.

The marketing and media sectors are highly competitive and our courses are based around giving you industry experience to help you get ahead in the jobs market once you graduate. We’ve got cutting-edge resources, industry-standard equipment and enthusiastic staff who are excited to share their expertise and experiences with you.

You’ll have access to a range of excellent facilities including an HD TV studio that was fully fitted by Sony.

Real-world experienceEvery undergraduate student at BU has the opportunity to undertake a placement as part of their course, giving you valuable experience of the world of work before you graduate. You can see how the skills you’re learning on your course can be transferred to the real world and can develop connections with those working in your chosen industry.

We have an extensive network of companies that offer placements to our students. BBC, Working Title, Endemol, Meridian, Wheelhouse Creative Ltd, Zenith Entertainment, Disney and IBM are among the organisations that have accepted our placement students in the past.

Career opportunitiesWe have an excellent graduate employment record, with some of our former students going on to work at national and international organisations. These include ITV, BMW, Time Out, BBC, Pixar and Sky.

The media and communications industry is constantly evolving, making it an exciting sector to work in, with a wide range of opportunities open to you.

“I’ve really appreciated how some of the modules I’m taking involve group work as it’s meant that we have all got to know each other pretty quickly.”Imogen Byers, a BA (Hons) Media & Communications student (pictured opposite)

Scan to read Imogen’s blog about life as a BA (Hons) Communication & Media student, and to see some vlogs from Steph about what to expect as a Media Production student. You can also see 360º videos of some of our facilities.

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Presidential election coverage Bournemouth University students worked through the night to provide live coverage of the US Presidential Election across TV, radio and online platforms. Students from courses across the Faculty of Media & Communication worked together to produce analysis, interviews and results from the Presidential Election. The USA Votes 2016 project was shared across a range of platforms, including a dedicated website and livestreams of broadcast coverage. To see the coverage for yourself, visit www.usa-votes-2016.com

Ecuador A group of BU corporate communication and animation students, selected for Global Horizons funding, took part in a Communication Summer Academy hosted by Universidad de las Americas (UDLA) in Ecuador’s capital, Quito. The ten-day programme combined cultural immersion with learning about communication – advertising, filmmaking and animation - in Ecuador and Latin America. Led by lecturers from six different countries, a total of 13 students, including five BU students as well as students from Ecuador, Peru and Japan worked in two groups to create animation pieces and advertising campaigns addressing local issues in Ecuador.

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Incredible facilitiesYour learning is aided by access to the kind of facilities you will be using once you graduate - meaning employers know you will be able to hit the ground running:

• Our HD TV Studio was the first campus-based facility in the country to offer a HD Studio experience for our students, and prepares you for the industry

• Journalists use a range of three well-equipped radio studios using Alice, and Soundcraft mixers and Sonifex equipment to produce and record live interviews and pre-record features for ‘live’ newsdays

• Our newsroom facility is used by journalism students to write, produce, read and edit news, which they learn to deliver via a number of different media.

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Key areas of studyPrinciples of Advertising | Advertising, Media & Society | Advertising Skillset | Decoding Advertisements | Brand Positioning for Advertising | Applied Advertising Campaigns | Insight Development & Account Planning | Digital Communications | Developing the Research Imagination | Media Planning | Creativity for Advertising | Live Advertising Campaigns | Dissertation | Advertising Innovation & Enterprise

www.bournemouth.ac.uk/advertising

UCAS code N590

BA (Hons)Advertising

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Is this the course for me?This course is an excellent opportunity to learn about various aspects of the advertising industry, providing you with a thorough understanding of the strategy, development and planning of advertising in conjunction with other marketing activities.

You’ll also discover how to develop strategic responses to advertising and marketing communications problems, giving you a well-rounded set of skills.

This isn’t a creative/design/graphics course. What it will give you is a strong grounding in the management process behind advertising, allowing you to enter a diverse range of roles within the sector.

What makes this course different?• You’ll have the opportunity to achieve CIM professional

qualifications as a result of exemptions awarded by the CIM for this degree

• Great opportunities to engage with industry, as well as guest lectures and masterclasses from industry experts

• Your third year is spent on an invaluable work placement gaining essential hands-on experience.

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Key areas of studyPrinciples of Marketing | Marketing Communications, Media & Society | Marketing Communications Skillset | Business Environment | Branding Principles for Marketing Communications | Applied Marketing Communications Campaigns | Global Marketing Communications | Digital Communications | Developing the Research Imagination | Consumer Insights Development | Brand Management & Communications | Live Marketing Communications Campaigns | Academic Dissertation or Consultancy Dissertation | Innovation & Entrepreneurship for Marketing Communications

www.bournemouth.ac.uk/marcomm

UCAS code N591

BA (Hons)Marketing Communications

Is this the course for me?Marketing communications has become an essential part of any organisation in today’s modern world, with businesses and brands expected to interact with their customers, partners and the public as never before.

As a student on this exciting and ambitious course you’ll gain a complete and comprehensive understanding of marketing communications, consumer behaviour, branding, customer relationships and digital communications. What’s more we’ll help you place the knowledge you gain into the wider context of the media and contemporary communication issues, allowing you to create comprehensive marketing strategies across a range of channels and market types, perfectly preparing you for work in this fast-paced environment.

What makes this course different?• Bournemouth University has joined forces with the Chartered

Institute of Marketing to give our students the opportunity to gain professional qualifications through the CIM Graduate Gateway. These qualifications are highly sought after by employers, and map alongside our own BA (Hons) degree, ensuring that we are equipping you with the best opportunities for a successful marketing career.

• 91% of graduates are in work or further study within six months of graduation.

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Key areas of studyPrinciples of Public Relations | Public Relations, Media & Society | Public Relations Skillset | Reputation Management in a Global Context | Public Opinion & Persuasion | Applied Public Relations Campaigns | Media Management | Digital Communications | Developing the Research Imagination | Stakeholder Insights | Creativity for PR | Live Public Relations Campaigns | PR Innovation & Enterprise

www.bournemouth.ac.uk/journalism-ug

UCAS code P210

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Accreditation: Chartered Institute of Public Relations (CIPR) and Public Relations Consultants Association (PRCA)


Is this the course for me?We’re proud to be recognised as the longest-established Public Relations course in the UK, and as such it is widely recognised as one of the best in the country. Every organisation, regardless of size or location in the world, needs to communicate effectively with its customers, business partners, media and the public. This course prepares you to be world-class strategic communicators.

On this engaging and exciting course, you’ll cover the theoretical and practical sides of PR, as well as spending 30 weeks on a placement with a professional organisation. This combination of a strong theoretical grounding and plenty of practical experience means that you’ll be ready to take on a variety of roles in this dynamic industry when you graduate.

What makes this course different?• This course is accredited by the Chartered Institute of

Public Relations so you can also leave us with professional qualifications that will make you stand out in a competitive jobs market.

• Bournemouth University is a formal partner with the PR Consultants Association (PRCA). Student benefits include free access to online training materials, discounted training courses, student prices and mentoring from PR practitioners.

• 85% of our graduates are in a professional/managerial job six months after graduation.

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Key areas of studyBroadcast Journalism | News and Online | Features and Online | Media, Journalism & Society | Media Law | Public Affairs | | Shorthand | Journalism Ethics & News Theory | Global Current Affairs | Major Multimedia Project | Professional Perspectives | Converged News Days

www.bournemouth.ac.uk/pr

UCAS code P500

BA (Hons)Multimedia Journalism

Is this the course for me?If you want to get into the fast-paced world of journalism, but don’t want to specialise in a particular field, then this is the course for you! It will give you all the skills you need to work in a multi-disciplinary media environment, including TV, radio, newspaper, magazine or online journalism.

There’s a strong focus on practical work, with many opportunities for you to get involved in writing copy, as well as producing radio and TV bulletins, all within state-of-the-art dedicated newsrooms and digitally equipped studios to replicate a professional working environment. This means that when you graduate, you’ll have a broad range of multimedia skills at your disposal, making you highly employable.

What makes this course different?• This course was the first journalism course in the UK to

be accredited by the three main professional bodies – the National Council for the Training of Journalists, the Periodicals Training Council and the Broadcast Journalism Training Council

• As an NCTJ course, you are able to sit qualifications in reporting, essential law, court reporting, public affairs, production portfolio and shorthand

• 85% of our graduates are in work or further study six months after graduation.

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Duration and delivery: 3 years including two short placements, or 4 years including a minimum 30-week placement. Full-time



If English is not your first language: IELTS (Academic) 7.0 with minimum 6.5 in writing and 6.0 in other components, or equivalent

Accreditation: Broadcast Journalism Training Council (BJTC), National Council for the Training of Journalists (NCTJ), Professional Publishers Association (PPA)


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"A placement is essential for the BA (Hons) Public Relations. Students apply theory into practice and see how the industry works first hand. It offers a competitive advantage for our students once they graduate. The placement is a unique learning and networking experience."

Dr Anastasios Theofilou, Head of Department of Corporate Marketing & Communications

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Key areas of studyCommunication & Marketing | Media & Society | Introduction to Communication Theory | Adaptation | Academic & Writing Skills | Language Matters | Media & Marketing Research | Media: Messages & Meanings | Web & Mobile Communication | Narrative Structures | Writing for the Media | Popular Texts & Intertexts | Global Current Affairs

www.bournemouth.ac.uk/communication

UCAS code P900

BA (Hons)Communication & Media

Is this the course for me?If you’re unsure about what area of the media you would like to work in, then this course is an excellent choice. It provides a fascinating overview of the sector, focusing on academic study of the media and society, while teaching you all the practical skills necessary to work in this fast-paced environment.

On this versatile course, you’ll embrace approaches taken from humanities and social science disciplines and examine the different ways in which people communicate, including face-to-face interaction, everyday language use and through the media.

From a practical point of view, you’ll learn how to write in a variety of styles and formats, such as: scripts, short stories and pieces for online and digital media. Then, in your final year, you can choose specialist options to cultivate a learning package that is better tailored to your future career plans.

What makes this course different?• You will study a diverse range of communication fields before

specialising and focusing on a specific career path

• The course will equip you with the necessary skills to write creatively and to employ professional standards of writing for a range of audiences

• You will also develop skills to work creatively and employ professional standards of multimedia communication

• This course has a 90% satisfaction rating from our students, according to the National Student Satisfaction survey.

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Key areas of studyMedia Concepts & Contexts | Collaborative Project | Applied Production Skills | Professional Development | Media Theory | Research Methods | Film & Cinematography Project | Professional Studies | Concept Development | Introduction to Production Skills

www.bournemouth.ac.uk/film-production

UCAS code PW36

BA (Hons)Film Production & Cinematography

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Is this the course for me?This course, which is delivered at Wiltshire College Salisbury, is the perfect blend of academic study and practical assignments. It will prepare you for work in the film or TV industries as it gives you the opportunity to work on a variety of projects, from short entertainment videos and adverts to dramas and documentaries.

During your studies, you’ll produce, direct and edit a host of projects, both on your own and as part of a team. As a result, you’ll graduate with a wealth of experience in the area of film production, allowing you to go on to work in various roles within the industry.

As well as extensive practical aspects, the course will encourage you to evaluate and critique film and TV productions, developing your understanding of key concepts and ideas within the contemporary media environment.

What makes this course different?• Based on over 50 years’ experience in educating film makers,

this course is highly aligned to the professions and offers a well considered blend of practical assignments and academic study

• You will have access to broadcast digital video cameras, non-linear edit suites, film cameras including Arriflex and Bolex, Steenbeck film editing tables, film dubbing facilities, location lighting, dollies and tracking.

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Key areas of studyFilm Language | Understanding Experimental Film | The Film Industries | Principles of Storytelling | Creative Collaboration | Film Business | Film Story Structures

www.bournemouth.ac.uk/film

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BA (Hons)Film

Is this the course for me?This course will expose you to an exciting range of experiences within film culture, from industry practice through to experimental cinema. It reflects the diversity that exists within film globally, exploring the topics that impact upon filmmakers and audiences across the world.

You will explore film through a variety of different approaches, building an understanding of filmmaking through a balanced combination of practice and theory.

You will have the chance to explore and experiment with different aspects of filmmaking, producing films individually and collaboratively throughout the duration of the course. Working alongside internationally recognised film lecturers and practitioners, you will have the opportunity to develop your skills in a way that industry rarely provides.

You will graduate as an enterprising and entrepreneurial practitioner capable of working in today’s film industry as well as shaping its future. Optional specialisms will allow you to study areas of particular interest in more detail while ensuring you have a solid base from which to build.

What makes this course different?• Workshops are available in Adobe Premiere and Avid

editing software

• Students often help with postgraduate projects to gain more experience and make those all-important connections for the future.

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Key areas of studyDeveloping Arguments | Scriptwriting Fundamentals | Digital Film | Media in Transition | Networked Media | Audio Production | Media Theory Perspectives | Fictional Production | Factual Production | Stories and Spaces | Work in the Media Industries | Client and Audience | Advanced Specialist Production Skills | Ideas and Impact | Industry Research Project | The Graduate Production Project | Career Planning

www.bournemouth.ac.uk/mp

UCAS code PH10

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Is this the course for me?Our Media Production course focuses on helping you to gain the broad range of knowledge and skills necessary to become a media practitioner at a time when the industry is changing dramatically. One of the key features of this course is that you’ll study a range of media disciplines, but with the option to specialise in your final year and author your own final graduate project.

By the time you graduate, you’ll have a thorough understanding of digital film production, networked media, and audio production. This grounding will be as applicable within a conventional broadcast context, as it will within one of the many emerging media opportunities of our changing media landscape. What matters are the skills to tell stories, and the ability to identify an appropriate solution to a communication challenge, whatever the medium.

What makes this course different?• Students have 24/7 access to high-quality production

facilities including filming equipment, computer labs and audio facilities. Our facilities are maintained by a dedicated Technical Support Group and Kit Room.

• The course is designed to create a collaborative environment, reflecting professional practice, and enabling you to work in teams alongside other students.

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Key areas of studyMedia Concepts & Contexts | Photography Production | Collaborative Project | Research Methods | Media Theory | Professional Development | Concept Development

www.bournemouth.ac.uk/photo

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BA (Hons)Photography

Is this the course for me?This professionally driven and commercially focused course is based on over 50 years’ experience in educating photographers and filmmakers. The degree maintains a tradition of being industry facing’ and highly practical while offering a well-considered blend of assignments and academic study. It balances technical mastery, personal experimentation and creative development, giving you the best possible basis for a successful career as a professional photographer (including videography) and image maker.

Through seminars, tutorials and the ‘critique’ process you will contribute to the intellectual and academic debate that drives modern image making and contemporary practice.

Wiltshire College Salisbury has outstanding facilities that enable you to gain experience of working with ‘high end’ professional photographic equipment. You will work in fully-equipped studios, including traditional darkrooms and will use professional standard cameras and lighting equipment. You’ll also have the opportunity to use the latest digital imaging software, alongside more traditional techniques for post-production work, thus increasing the opportunities for creative solutions to contemporary communication challenges.

The course is supported by an impressive network of alumni, many of whom have risen to the top of the profession. Alumni frequently assist with professional placement and visit the college as guest speakers.

What makes this course different?• You will be encouraged to participate in national and

international competitions

• Analogue and digital platforms including two black and white darkrooms and digital processing suits

• Practical and technical help and assistance including regular workshops and demonstrations.

Key Information

Duration and delivery: 3 years with a 2-week placement, or 4 years with a 30-week placement. Full-time




Accreditation: Approved by the British Institute of Professional Photography (BIPP) and the Royal Photography Society (RPS). Affiliated to the Association of Photography (AOP)


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Key areas of studyDeveloping Arguments | Introduction to Scriptwriting | The Script into Production | Discipline & Research | Collaborative Project | The Resolved Drama Script | Media Theory Perspectives | Creating Narrative Formats | Script Development & Project | Debates & Scholarship | Work Placement | Pitching & Development Documents | Industry Perspectives | Dissertation | The Major Script Project

www.bournemouth.ac.uk/script

UCAS code W620

BA (Hons)Scriptwriting for Film & Television

Key Information

Duration and delivery: 3 years with a 4-week placement, or 4 years with a minimum 30-week placement. Full-time




Accreditation: Creative Skillset


Is this the course for me?The foundation of all film and television output is the script and on this course you’ll discover how to produce high-quality screenplays that can be brought to life on a variety of media. You’ll be encouraged to develop your creative voice and writing style, along gaining an understanding of the role of the script in the wider film/television/media production process.

This strong grounding will help you to hone your writing skills and enable you to produce engaging scripts of a variety of length, from shorts films, modern television drama to a full-length feature films. You will also discover the secrets of pitching, both in person and via development documents, along with how to get your scripts noticed once you enter the industry.

What makes this course different?• During the course you will work collaboratively with students

on other courses (Television Students, Radio, Digital Media Design), giving you opportunities to see your work made (short films, radio podcasts, webisodes, etc.) and form creative partnerships which may be used to forge career opportunities

• Script-Editing plays a key role, with students able to script-edit/script-doctor for other courses via the student-run Script Clinic

• At the end of the final year you will have the opportunity to network with industry at your Graduate Show held in London. It’s a fantastic opportunity to make contacts and potentially secure employment

• This course has a 95% satisfaction rating from our students, according to the National Student Satisfaction survey

• This course has a Creative Skillset tick.

UCAS code W620

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Key areas of studyThe Language of Television | Television Craft Skills | Developing Arguments | Discipline & Research | Production Portfolio | Collaborative Project | Media Theory Perspectives | Multi- Camera & Live Production | Location Production | Debates & Scholarship | Work Placement | Concept Development for Television | The Graduate Project | Television Industry Perspectives | Dissertation

www.bournemouth.ac.uk/tv

UCAS code W621

BA (Hons)Television Production

Is this the course for me?If you want to get in to the exciting and demanding world of television, then this course is for you.

It offers room for you to hone your production skills, as well as to develop your intellectual and creative voice. The course combines academic skills with industry realistic practical ones, and in doing so ensures that you have a thorough understanding of the issues surrounding TV production, as well as all the practical skills you’ll need to power yourself in to a career in television.

Across the course you will produce your own programmes, fictional as well as factual, both in the studio and on location. With this hands on experience giving you a solid grounding in real-world professional television production. But we aren’t looking for you to just replicate what you see on screen, we want you to be an innovator and shape the future of television.

What makes this course different?• We have a rich and deep engagement with the television

industry, and all students get to be tutored by an industry-experienced programme-maker

• You will have access to broadcast-quality resources, including a 100 metre2 multi-camera HD studio, Sony FS5 and Panasonic AC160/HPX371 cameras, SQN sound mixers and Avid Media Composer edit suites

• This course has a Creative Skillset tick.

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Accreditation: Creative Skillset


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Key areas of studyMedia & Society | Adaptation | Academic & Writing Skills | Language Matters | Forms & Contexts | Approaches to Literature | Modernism & Postmodernism | Gender & Sexuality | Children’s Literature | Narrative Structures | Writing for the Media | Popular Texts & Intertexts | Alternate Worlds | Crime & Terror | Postcolonial Texts | New Media Narrative | Writing, Editing & Publishing | News & Journalism | Fact & Fiction | Media & Trauma | Space, Place and Environment | Transient Literature & Serial Storytelling | Dissertation or Creative Project

www.bournemouth.ac.uk/english

BA (Hons)English

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Required subjects: English Literature or combined English Literature/Language. If you are not studying one of these subjects please contact us.



Is this the course for me?This vibrant and innovative course considers a wide range of language and literature with a strong focus on the modern and the contemporary.

Alongside the study of iconic and influential texts in print, you’ll be introduced to the latest developments in digital media and new-media storytelling. Furthermore you’ll examine literature and language in a variety of media: for example, you may read Jane Eyre while also studying television and film adaptations of the book, plus fan fiction and even graphic novels featuring Charlotte Bronte’s characters.

The diversity of the modules will give you an excellent understanding of English language and literature, with a blend of theory and practice. There is a strong emphasis on honing your own writing skills, whether that’s in academic work, creative writing, or journalism, opening the door to an exciting range of career possibilities.

What makes this course different?• You will have a number of choices as you progress, so that

you can focus your studies in areas of English that interest you.

UCAS code Q300

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Key areas of studyMedia & Society | Adaptation | Academic & Writing Skills | Language Matters | Forms & Contexts | Approaches to Literature | Modernism & Postmodernism | Gender & Sexuality | Children’s Literature | Narrative Structures | Writing for the Media | Popular Texts & Intertexts | Alternate Worlds | Crime & Terror | Postcolonial Texts | New Media Narrative | Writing, Editing & Publishing | News & Journalism | Fact & Fiction | Media & Trauma | Space, Place and Environment | Transient Literature & Serial Storytelling | Cultures& Materialities | Mediating the Nation | Narrating Identities | Interactive Storytelling | Culture and Controversy | Markets and Audiences | Dissertation or Creative Project

www.bournemouth.ac.uk/mlit-english

UCAS code K284

MLit (Hons)English

Is this the course for me?This is an exciting opportunity to study on an Integrated Master’s degree for the 21st century. The four-year course follows the BA English programme for the first two years and then dovetails into the Master’s course, allowing you a smooth transition from undergraduate to Master’s level in a single degree.

Most English degrees divide literary study into different historical periods, such as medieval poetry, Shakespearean drama and romantic literature. We take a different approach, dividing our units not by historical period but by critical theme. This engaging approach has been designed to give the degree a strong contemporary feel while combining literary study with the professional and vocational skills to equip you for future employment, in the career you choose to enter.

What makes this course different?• You will spend four years studying, and will graduate with a

Master’s-level qualification.

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Required subjects: English Literature or combined English Literature/Language. If you are not studying one of these subjects please contact us.



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BSc (Hons) Music & Audio Technology 166BSc (Hons) Music & Sound Production

Technology 166

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Why choose us?Our music sound production and audio technology courses have been developed to help you get ahead in this exciting and fast-paced sector.

We’ll give you all the technical skills you need while encouraging you to embrace your creativity. We have invested heavily in the equipment and technology you’ll require to develop those skills and prepare you for work in this diverse industry.

You don’t need to be a musician or an artist to apply for one of these courses. You simply need to have a passion for music and have the drive to succeed in this ever-evolving media environment.

Develop the skills employers are looking forOur courses are designed to equip you with a range of skills that will help you progress in the field of music and audio creation. Our courses are accredited by Joint Audio Media Education Support (JAMES), which gives you access to support from recognised audio industry professionals.

Throughout your course you’ll have access to industry-standard equipment and software, as well as commercial studios, allowing you to hit the ground running and giving you the confidence you need once you enter the industry.

Put your talents to good useWhen you graduate, you’ll be highly employable thanks to the host of practical and technical skills you’ve picked up during your course, as well as your ability to understand the economic context of the industry and put together strong business strategies.

You will also be in a strong position to work as a contractor or freelancer, as these courses will provide you with the knowledge you require to market yourself and your services, to build an excellent portfolio and to promote your work.

The optional 30-week work placement in your course is an unrivalled opportunity to make valuable contacts who can kick-start your career.

Our graduates have gone on to work at high-profile companies in the music and audio sectors, including IBM, Sonnox, Mogees, BHLive, Jagex, Sunlightsquare Studios and Sound Credit, as well as enjoying successful freelance careers.

The digital sound sector is constantly growing, providing many opportunities to get involved in various aspects of creative technology such as audio and sound production.

“The combination of technology and creativity alongside the great facilities has prepared me for any job in the music industry.”Chris Lux, BSc (Hons) Music & Sound Production Technology student (pictured opposite)

Scan to see more vlogs from Chris You can also see 360º videos of some of our facilities.

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Global perspectives Both our courses in this subject area are accredited by JAMES (Joint Audio Media Education Support) on behalf of the Association of Professional Recording Services (APRS), the Music Producers Guild (MPG) and the UK Screen Association. This accreditation is recognised throughout the music, audio and entertainment industry and will make you stand out to potential employers wherever they may be in the world.

Preparing you for work Both of our music technology degrees offer a 30-week placement, giving you the chance to gain valuable practical experience and make new contacts. It also demonstrates to potential employers that you are able to put your learning into practice, and can really help your CV to stand out from the crowd when it comes to getting your music technology career started.

Keeping your options open The music courses share a common first year, meaning it is very easy to transfer between them if you decide that your future lies in one particular area. That means you keep your career path and employability options open for longer, helping you to make a more informed decision.

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What they sayDon't just take our word for it - listen to our staff and alumni too!

"We got to combine creative technology with audio content and make cool stuff. " Asha Blatherwick, graduate

"I’m working for Sonnox in Oxford with Ant Nicholls (a 2013 graduate) as a graduate software developer – really happy and loving it!" Tom Clarke, graduate

"Unlike a lot of other courses ours is about applications and software and learning about the technical elements rather than just creating an aesthetic output." Andrew Kitchenham, Lecturer

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Key areas of studySynthesis & Effects | Composition & Arrangement | Production & Studio Techniques | Software Programming for Digital Media | Creative Business Awareness

www.bournemouth.ac.uk/music-ug

Music & Sound Technology degrees

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Accreditation: Joint Audio Media Education Support (JAMES)


Which course is for me?Our Music & Sound Production Technology degree will help you to develop your audio creation skills and push the boundaries of the field, by utilising cutting-edge technology and various sound production techniques to generate audio in a range of contexts.

Ultimately, our expert lecturers will teach you how to compose, arrange, record, edit, manipulate and produce music and sound to a professional standard, while also helping you to hone your creativity. The main focus of our inspirational Music & Audio Technology degree is the development of hardware and software technologies that can be applied to music, audio and recording in a creative way.

On either course you’ll gain comprehensive knowledge of the technology used in the music industry as a whole and will find out how to apply this to a variety of environments. Both courses are accredited by JAMES and have been praised by the organisation for teaching quality, the focus on design and technology, and the high level of technical engineering and design within the courses.

What makes this course different?• Become familiar with industry-standard equipment on-

campus and in commercial studios

• Session musicians regularly visit to run clinics and masterclasses on the performance stage.

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BSc (Hons) Music & Sound Production TechnologyThis course will help you to develop your audio creation skills and push the boundaries of the field, by utilising technology and various sound production techniques to generate audio in a range of contexts. You’ll learn how to compose, arrange, record, edit, manipulate and produce music and sound to a professional standard, while also honing your creativity. Building a portfolio and devising strategies to promote your output are other aspects of this course.

UCAS code: W390

BSc (Hons) Music & Audio TechnologyThe main focus of this course is the development of hardware and software technologies that can be applied to music, audio and recording in a creative way. On this course you’ll gain comprehensive knowledge of the technology used in the music industry as a whole and will find out how to apply this to a variety of environments. This course is accredited by JAMES (Joint Audio Media Education Support) and has been praised by the organisation for the quality of teaching, the focus on design and technology, and the high level of technical engineering and design within the course.

UCAS code: J932

“We’ve touched on so many subjects on this course. We can transfer so many of the skills and it will make us more employable. Best experience of my life. I wouldn’t change a thing about it.”

Nick Messer, BSc (Hons) Music & Audio Technology graduate

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CoursesBSc (Hons) Archaeological & Forensic Sciences 175BA/BSc (Hons) Archaeology 172BSc (Hons) Archaeology & Anthropology 174BSc (Hons) Anthropology 173BSc (Hons) Biological Sciences 181BSc (Hons) Ecology & Wildlife Conservation 176

BSc (Hons) Environmental Science 177BSc (Hons) Forensic Biology 180BSc (Hons) Forensic Investigation 178BSc (Hons) Forensic Science 178BSc (Hons) Geography 182BSc (Hons) Psychology 183

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Why choose us?We are renowned for the practical emphasis of our science-based courses, providing you with plenty of experience in our psychology testing suites, laboratories, out in the field at World Heritage sites and on a host of exciting research projects both in the UK and abroad.

Every year, we run a 25-day field school known as The Big Dig. This is an unrivalled opportunity to work on a large-scale excavation and hone your practical skills. Our facilities for subjects such as archaeology and forensics are outstanding - you’ll have access to our crime scene training centre, as well as one of the best-equipped field schools in the country.

As we are located in one of the most biodiverse regions of the UK, this is also one of the top places to study subjects like geography, ecology, wildlife conservation and environmental science.

Put your learning into practiceOur graduates consistently impress once they leave us, thanks to their excellent practical skills developed through extensive time working in laboratories with state-of-the-art equipment, diverse fieldwork opportunities and work experience with some of the leading companies and organisations in their disciplines.

Many of our courses include a short placement as part of your degree, but there is also the option

to extend your degree by a year and undertake a minimum 30-week placement within your area of interest, ensuring you graduate with a wealth of experience that will help you get ahead in the competitive jobs market.

Travel the worldWhile we have outstanding opportunities for research and fieldwork on our doorstep, we also have excellent links with conservation, archaeological and ecological projects all around the world. This gives you the chance to broaden your horizons and join initiatives in almost every corner of the globe. In the past, students have assisted on archaeological excavations in the USA, Cyprus, Russia and Finland, or joined conservation and wildlife monitoring projects in Costa Rica, Canada, Africa, Australia, Madagascar, Ecuador, Peru, Vietnam, Spain and Iceland.

Internationally recognised researchMany of our academic staff are involved in world-leading research in their specialisms, giving you an amazing opportunity to work with them on exciting research projects during your time at BU. Much of the research produced by our academics and students has been published in leading journals around the world.

We offer a diverse array of science-based degrees, covering everything from archaeology and anthropology to ecology, psychology and forensics.

“My favourite days are Mondays and Wednesdays because I have practical sessions, normally dealing with things like fingerprinting and how to package evidence.”Shaay Gurung, a BSc (Hons) Forensic Science student (pictured opposite)

Scan to see more vlogs from Shaay about life as a Forensic Science student at BU. You can also see 360º videos of some of our facilities.

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Germany Working alongside German Archaeological Institute on a four-year-long collaborative project, ten students a year spent time in Schwerin over a four year period. The project involved excavating a megalithic tomb of the Neolithic period (3500-3000 BC). The results of the work are currently being written up, and it is hoped that BU will return to Scherwin in future years to conduct further research.

Malta BU staff and students have been working on the Maltese Temples Landscape Project, working within the World Heritage Site of Skorba, one of the island's famous megalithic temples dating to the period 4000-2500 BC.

Stonehenge We're close to some amazing archaeological sites, Stonehenge among them. BU has conducted a number of research projects at Stonehenge, including the creation of a Google Earth layer that enables users to see beneath Stonehenge.

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The Big DigEvery year, our international team of academics, students, volunteers and support staff combine to discover incredible archaeological finds that help to reveal the history of southern Britain, solving many unanswered questions.

The Durotriges Project is an archaeological investigation studying the transition from the late Iron Age to the early Roman period in southern England, and we run it every year as a summer field school. Students on a number of our archaeology courses are able to gain hands-on experience at a fascinating site, while anyone else with an interest in archaeology is welcome to join us for the excavation.

To find out more, visit www.bournemouth.ac.uk/big-dig.

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Key areas of studyAncient Peoples & Places | Study Skills | Approaches to Archaeology | Archaeological Practice | Gathering Time | Studying Ancient Materials | Archaeological Science | Environment Archaeology | Field & Research Skills | Post-Excavation Skills | Archaeological Management | Independent Research Project

www.bournemouth.ac.uk/bsc-archaeology

UCAS codeBA:C786 BSc: F400

BA/BSc (Hons)Archaeology

Key Information




If English is not your first language: IELTS (Academic) 6.5 with minimum 5.5 In each component, or equivalent


Is this the course for me?If you are interested investigating and understanding past cultures and what they did, then this course, with its fantastic blend of academic enquiry and practical training, is the one for you. You can take the degree as a BA or BSc – all students study the same first year making it easy to transfer from one to the other before the second year.

As well as learning about past societies, you’ll find out how we discover more about them using a wide range of techniques. You’ll study a variety of archaeological topics allowing you plenty of scope for future career paths: working directly in archaeology; a role within the wider historic environment industry, such as within a museum; or working in associated careers, for example within the tourism industry or planning.

What makes this course different?• You will visit sites of significant archaeological interest such

as Stonehenge, Avebury, the hillforts of Dorset, the Roman villas of Hampshire and Sussex, and you will participate in active field research

• You’ll take part in BU’s own training excavation at the end of the first year, which is a 25-day field school (the Durotriges Project/Big Dig) producing results of international importance – see more at www.bournemouth.ac.uk/big-dig

• Professional Archaeological Skills and Training (PAST) Passport scheme – our in-house commercial archaeology unit trains students in the necessary excavation, survey and recording skills required by employers in professional field archaeology.

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Key areas of studyAncient Peoples & Places | Study Skills | Human Anatomy & Physiology | Introduction to Anthropology | Introduction to Social Theory | Studying Ancient Materials | Becoming Human | Bonobos, Bones & Bottlenecks | Themes in Archaeology & Anthropology | Cultural Ecology | Culture & Society | Independent Research Project

www.bournemouth.ac.uk/ug-anthropology

UCAS code J21B

BSc (Hons)Anthropology

Is this the course for me?This cutting-edge course blends the study of natural and social sciences with humanities to provide a well-rounded and fascinating insight into humans and our society, past and present. By examining our own and others’ societies from a range of perspectives, you’ll be in the unique position to evaluate and understand humans, our relationships with one another and our societies.

Along the way you will gain all the practical skills you need to equip you for a career in anthropology, and a range of valuable transferable skills spanning the humanities, social sciences and natural sciences, as well as analytical and communication skills that will make you attractive to a wide variety of employers. In our multicultural world, an understanding of different cultures and societies is increasingly sought after by employers, and on this course you’ll develop highly transferable skills in critical thinking, communication, qualitative and quantitative data analysis, preparing you for a range of professions.

What makes this course different?• Established and well-respected biological anthropology

and social anthropology teaching provides a broad-based education

• Strong focus on practical training, taught by enthusiastic and dedicated staff conducting their own research at the forefront of their fields

• Studying both biological and social anthropology will help you understand how our biology affects the way we relate to one another, and conversely how our social organisation changes our physiologies. After a grounding in both fields, you can choose to specialise in one or select option units combining the two.

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Key areas of studyAncient Peoples & Places | Study Skills | Approaches to Archaeology | Archaeological Practice | Gathering Time | Introduction to Anthropology | Being Human | Themes in Archaeology & Anthropology | Field & Research Skills | Cultural Ecology | Independent Research Project

www.bournemouth.ac.uk/aa

UCAS code VL46

BSc (Hons)Archaeology & Anthropology

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Is this the course for me?This diverse and flexible course has been designed to provide you with a solid foundation in the study of human societies, past and present. We have a strong reputation for the quality of our archaeological, anthropological and sociological courses and this degree combines our expertise and enthusiasm for all of these subjects in one place.

Alongside the theory, you’ll receive a solid grounding in the practical elements of archaeology and anthropology through working in our laboratories and in the field. We’ll give you the opportunity to specialise in social or biological anthropology or archaeology in your second year, but if you’d like to take a broader focus, you can continue to study elements of all disciplines.

What makes this course different?• Established and well-respected archaeology, biological

anthropology and social anthropology teaching provides a broad-based education

• Varied choice of units in the second and third years allows you to specialise or pursue an interdisciplinary course of study

• Strong focus on practical training, taught by enthusiastic and dedicated staff conducting their own research at the forefront of their fields

• You can choose to study on the three-year full-time course with an optional five-week placement or study four years full-time with a 30-week placement.

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Key areas of studyArchaeological Practice | Bonobos Bones and Bottlenecks (understanding modern human variation) | Cell Biology | Forensic Investigation | Genetics | Field & Research Skills (archaeological field school) | Crime Scene | Forensic Law & Practice | The Science of Human Remains | Evolutionary Biology | Archaeological Science | Prehistoric and Roman Archaeology | Introduction to Toxicology | Independent Research Project | Environmental Archaeology & Paleoecology

www.bournemouth.ac.uk/arch-sciences

UCAS code 4K2M

BSc (Hons)Archaeological & Forensic Sciences

Is this the course for me?Developments in science and technology will continue to create career development opportunities for scientists who are critical and innovative thinkers. This course will develop and enhance these key skills and challenge you to apply them to a range of problems-solving situations.

The course focuses on two investigative disciplines: archaeological and forensic sciences. Archaeological and anthropological scientists analyse information from excavation sites and archive sources. You will learn how practical archaeological techniques are applied to patterns of human behaviour. Input will include theory and practical experience, covering fieldwork and scientific analysis. Forensic science is the application of all areas of science to assist law enforcement agencies to detect criminal activity and to support the legal system in making just decisions where scientific evidence is presented in a court of law. You will be introduced to a wide range of scientific disciplines involved in detecting criminal activity. You will be provided with theoretical and practical training covering field work, crime scene science and toxicology.

What makes this course different?• Invaluable lab and fieldwork experience including mock crime

scenes and disasters

• One of the best equipped archaeology field schools in the UK

• On and off-campus analytical facilities and our purpose-built Crime Scene Training Centre

• Opportunities to work with staff on research projects that can include visits to conferences and overseas

• Well-established international reputation for both traditional and forensic archaeology and anthropology

• Strong focus on both laboratory and field sciences.

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Key areas of studyDiversity of Life | Ecology | Ecological Research Skills | Physical Geography | Field Trip | Wildlife Protection | Advanced Skills for Conservation | Behavioural Ecology | Ecosystems | Evolutionary Biology | Animal Biology | Microbiology | GIS

www.bournemouth.ac.uk/ecology

UCAS code CD14

BSc (Hons)Ecology & Wildlife Conservation

Key Information

Duration and delivery: 3 years with two 5-week placements, or 4 years with a minimum 30-week placement. Full-time


Required subjects: Geography, Environmental Science or Studies, Applied Sciences, Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Maths



Is this the course for me?This course will enable you to understand the opportunities and challenges for wildlife conservation and to make a difference to our future environment. You will be able to contribute to wildlife conservation even as you learn because we tailor our field-based learning to produce results that are also useful to conservation organisations.

Our wide network of collaboration with local and international conservation organisations offers you the opportunity to get involved in many other ways including research expeditions, work placements and voluntary work. Evidence suggests that we are currently living in the midst of a global biodiversity crisis, and there is a growing need for skilled professionals in the areas of wildlife protection, biodiversity conservation and ecosystem management.

This course provides anyone interested in environmental or conservation biology with both an understanding of ecological processes and an appreciation of the wider social and legal context in which conservation operates in practice.

What makes this course different?• Undertake fieldwork in a fantastic variety of local

habitats including forests, meadows, heaths and maritime environments

• Wide range of opportunities available to engage in local, national and international cutting-edge field research

• Gain relevant employment skills with a wide range of local and international work placement opportunities

• Optional overseas field trip.

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Key areas of studyChemistry | Diversity of Life | Environmental Research Skills | Fundamentals of Environmental Sciences | Physical Geography | Residential Field Trip | Environmental Pollution | Advanced Skills for Environmental Science | Applications of Environmental Science | Independent Research Project

www.bournemouth.ac.uk/env-sci

UCAS code D449

BSc (Hons)Environmental Science

Is this the course for me?This fascinating degree integrates the natural sciences and examines how a wide range of factors can affect the environment. You’ll gain a solid overview of the discipline of environmental science, as well as looking at how humans shape the world around us, on both a local and global scale. In addition to covering the theory, this degree is highly practical, equipping you with a host of transferable skills, plus you’ll spend time on laboratory and field research, computing, data analysis, report writing and project management.

Environmental scientists are ever more in demand due to the ongoing challenges of human population growth and climate change.

What makes this course different?• Contribute to cutting-edge environmental science research by

getting involved in academic staff research activities

• Gain relevant employment skills within a wide range of local and international work placement opportunities

• Our course is accredited by the Institution of Environmental Sciences. Students enrolled on IES accredited programmes are automatically eligible for free Student Membership of the Institution

• You will have the chance to take part in a residential field trip.

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Required subjects: Geography, Environmental Science or Studies, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths or Applied Science


Accreditation: The Institution of Environmental Sciences (IES)


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Key areas of studyIntroduction to Forensic Investigation | Topics in Contemporary Science | Biology | Chemistry | Biochemistry | Crime Scene | Forensic Science | Introduction to Toxicology | Forensic Law & Practice | Forensic Computing | International Investigations | Advanced Forensic Science | Occupational Health & Safety | Forensic Toxicology

www.bournemouth.ac.uk/ug-forensic

Forensic Science degrees

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Duration and delivery: Forensic Investigation: 3 years with an optional short placement, or 4 years with a minimum 30-week placement. Full-time

Forensic Science: 3 years with a 5-week placement, or 4 years with a minimum 30-week placement. Full-time


Required subjects: Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Applied Science, Maths or Human Biology



Is this the course for me?The field of forensic science is constantly evolving and the introduction of ever-more sophisticated technology makes this an exciting area to work in.

Our Forensic Science and Forensic Investigation courses are constantly developing to keep pace with advances in the field and ensure that you graduate with the relevant skills to forge a successful career in this fascinating and challenging discipline. Your studies will cover the theory and practice of forensic science and investigation, ensuring that you leave with a solid overview of the subject area, as well as practical skills that will serve you well once you enter the workplace. Both these courses share a common first year, enabling you to transfer between them at the end of your first year if you decide the other course is better suited to your interests.

All our courses have a strong practical element, ensuring that you are ready for the workplace when you graduate. We have a range of facilities that you can make use of during your studies, including an on-campus crime scene training centre, a field station where we are able to conduct field trials and simulate mass graves, and DNA, crime scene and analytical laboratories. You’ll also have access to the local Streetwise facility, which features a street, beach and domestic scenes and can be used to stage larger-scale crime scenes.

Taking the optional 30-week work placement will enhance your employability and allow you to further develop your skills in a practical setting. Our graduates have gone on to work in a variety of organisations, including forensic laboratories, Trading Standards, HM Customs & Excise, the Environmental Agency and private investigative consultancies.

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BSc(Hons) Forensic InvestigationThis course has been designed to cater specifically to those interested in the investigative side of forensics. During your course, you will cover the theoretical and practical aspects of the forensic investigation of a typical crime scene, preparing you for work in this fascinating sector. It also examines disaster investigation, which is becoming ever more focused on forensic evidence.

UCAS code: F401

BSc (Hons) Forensic ScienceThis course will provide you with a broad understanding of the theory and practice of forensic science. Among the subject areas you’ll cover in this course are crime scene science, toxicology, chemistry and molecular biology. As with our Forensic Investigation degree, there is a strong practical element, giving you the chance to put your learning into action in our state-of-the-art facilities, as well as on work placements.

UCAS code: F413

“The career prospects for students on this course are very broad as it covers many different areas such as labwork, law or the investigation route.”

Zoe Fradley, BSc (Hons) Forensic Investigation student

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Key areas of studyCell Biology | Chemistry | Diversity of Life | Human Anatomy & Physiology | Introduction to Forensic Investigation | Biology for Forensic Sciences | Forensic Entomology | Advanced Cell Biology | Biochemistry | Crime Scene | Forensic Law & Practice | Forensic Science | Advanced Forensic Science | Advanced Topics in Genetics | Independent Research Project

www.bournemouth.ac.uk/forensic-biology

UCAS code F3B7

BSc (Hons)Forensic Biology

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Duration and delivery: 3 years with an optional short placement, or 4 years with a minimum 30-week placement. Full-time


Required subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Human Biology, Applied Science or Maths



Is this the course for me?Forensic biology is a specialism within forensic science that assists the detection of crime by applying knowledge of biology to the criminal investigation. The forensic biologist examines a wide range of exhibits to detect and identify the presence of trace evidence including blood, saliva, DNA, fibres, plant material and insects that might support the investigation of crime and subsequently assist the courts.

A forensic biologist may also become involved with the identification of endangered species helping to identify illegal trading of fur, feathers and birds’ eggs. If you are keen to study biology applied to the scientific investigation of crime this course is for you. Using our sophisticated lab and field equipment, you will collect and analyse biological evidence and write detailed logs and reports, so attention to detail is important.

Taking the optional 30-week work placement will enhance your employability and allow you to further develop your skills in a practical setting. Our graduates are expected to go on to work in a variety of organisations, including forensic laboratories, Trading Standards, HM Customs & Excise, the Environmental Agency and private investigative consultancies.

What makes this course different?• Take part in invaluable lab and fieldwork experience,

including mock crime scenes and disasters

• Graduate with a broad set of forensic skills and be prepared for the anticipated demand within the sector

• Work with staff on current forensic research projects.

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Key areas of studyBiological Research Skills | Cell Biology | Chemistry | Diversity of Life | Human Anatomy & Physiology | Practical Skills in Biology | Advanced Skills for Biological Sciences | Evolutionary Biology | Independent Research Project

www.bournemouth.ac.uk/biological-sciences

UCAS code C100

BSc (Hons)Biological Sciences

Is this the course for me?On this fascinating course you’ll examine the interaction of biological systems and develop the skills required to apply biological concepts to the solution of practical problems.

You’ll cover a number of areas within biological sciences, including translational genetics, biochemistry, ecology and human evolution, providing you with a comprehensive overview of the subject. One of the fantastic things about this course is that you’re able to select modules in your second year to reflect your interests, essentially allowing you to tailor your course to suit your ambitions. This, coupled with your research project, means that you can focus on the field of biological science that you’re truly passionate about.

What makes this course different?• Covers a wide range of topics from biochemistry and

pharmacology, to marine conservation and applied anthropology

• Enhances your learning experience by working with academics renowned for their research, education, and professional practice

• Some of the best laboratories in the UK

• Provides the ideal foundation for a future career in the field and in research

• You will graduate with a wide range of skills consistent with the QAA Biosciences benchmark statement which are sought after by employers in the biological disciplines.

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Key areas of studyGeographic Research Skills | Physical Geography | Earth & Society | Practical Skills in Geography | Human Geography | Residential Field Trip | Geographic Information Systems | Advanced Skills for Geography | Marine Geography | Quaternary Environments | Independent Research Project

www.bournemouth.ac.uk/ug-geography

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BSc (Hons)Geography

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Required subjects: Geography, Environmental Science or Studies, Biology, Chemistry, Applied Science, Physics, Maths, IT or Geology



Is this the course for me?Geography is a diverse and dynamic subject area that examines the natural, social, economic and political factors that influence our rapidly changing world. With a good understanding of geography you can find ways of managing our environment sustainably, and of dealing with social and environmental conflicts that affect the world we live in. This challenging yet captivating course has been designed to help you gain an overall understanding of these varied themes, while providing you with the practical skills you need to work in a range of industries.

What makes this course different?• Offers both practical and field based experiences including

opportunities for research related fieldwork, which may be overseas

• Support throughout your course by academic staff with extensive experience, research interests, and knowledge

* You will also benefit from regular guest lectures from figures in industry

• Opportunity to spend your third year on a work placement

• Strong emphasis on Geographic Information Systems (GIS), a skill which is in high demand from employers.

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Key areas of studyControversies, Issues & Psychological Skills | Biological & Cognitive Psychology | Social Psychology & Individual Differences | Development & Applied Psychology | Experimental Methods & Statistical Analysis | Personality, Intelligence & Social Psychology | Developmental & Clinical Psychology | Eye Tracking & Cognition | Mind, Brain & Evolution | Memory & Decision Making | Cyber Psychology | Forensic Psychology | Eating, Weight & Behaviour Change | Educational Psychology & Special Educational Needs

www.bournemouth.ac.uk/psychology-ug

UCAS code C800

BSc (Hons)Psychology

Is this the course for me?This course covers various aspects of psychology, as well as looking at a range of psychological approaches.

You’ll develop a knowledge and understanding of the mind and human behaviour by examining a wide range of psychological subjects. There are various opportunities to conduct pieces of research throughout your course, and in your final year you’ll work closely with a member of the academic team to carry out your own independent piece of research, developing vital research skills along the way.

Later, you’ll be encouraged to specialise in a field of psychology that particularly interests you, such as educational, forensic or clinical psychology, thus bringing the degree in line with your future career aspirations.

As this course is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS), you can take your first steps towards achieving Chartered Psychologist status, provided you graduate with a 2:2 or above. BU is renowned for its psychology research. One example is the research into prosopagnosia, or face blindness, which is directed by Dr Sarah Bate and has significantly raised awareness of the condition.

What makes this course different?• Accredited by the British Psychological Society

• Choice of option modules for in-depth study

• Research Apprenticeship Scheme in your second year.

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If English is not your first language: IELTS (Academic) 6.0 including a minimum of 6.0 in writing with minimum 5.5 in each other component, or equivalent

Accreditation: British Psychological Society (BPS)


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CoursesBSc (Hons) Sport Development &

Coaching Sciences 188BSc (Hons) Sports Management 190BSc (Hons) Sports Management (Golf) 191BSc (Hons) Sports Psychology &

Coaching Sciences 189

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Why choose us?We have strong links to experts in the sports sector and many of our courses have been developed after extensive consultation with the industry, including Sport England, UK Sport, the English Golf Union and the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA).

We undertake research and enterprise activity in areas including sport psychology, sport development, coaching sciences, physiology, performance analysis, sport management and marketing, health sciences, and the sociology of sport.

Our staff publish widely in high-quality journals and widely-respected books. They have developed an international reputation in a number of fields, and continue to shape sport and physical activity research as well as actively influencing the future of the academic field through their professional engagement.

Our international links continue to develop and our students have been able to engage in educational and research activities with our partner universities in Cologne, Heidelberg, Groningen, Oslo, Florida, South Carolina and New Jersey, and placements in sporting organisations across the world, reflecting the global nature of the sport industry.

We’re also recognised as a Premier Skills Development Partner, one of only a few universities in the UK to have this recognition. We are accredited by the Club Managers’ Association of Europe (CMAE), a partnership which offers superb career and placement links, guest speakers and fantastic networking opportunities to our students.

Outstanding placement opportunitiesOur students are provided with outstanding opportunities, since all of our courses include a 30-week placement and we have developed ties with some of the biggest names in the sports industry.

Placement opportunities include the chance to spend a year working with the likes of West Ham United FC, The Goodsport Trust, AFC Bournemouth, Fitness First, US Sport Institute, Saracens RFC, Surrey County Cricket, Australian Institute of Sport, Moraira Tennis and World Sports Group.

A number of students also take up the opportunities to work overseas, allowing them to add yet another dimension to their studies.

A career in sport means you can combine your professional life with your biggest passion, being paid to do something you love. In a competitive environment, our courses can help you stand out.

“Sport courses at BU are very practical and flexible and, most of all, you get that important one year of full-time placement.”Vedangi Kulkarni, a BSc (Hons) Sport Management (pictured opposite)

Scan to see blogs and vlogs from Vedhani, as well as hearing from Jordan about life a Sports Management student.

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International partnerships We currently have partnerships with universities in Cologne, Groningen and Heidelberg in Germany, Florida, New Jersey and South Carolina in the USA and in Oslo, Norway. We are strategically expanding our portfolio of very high quality and internationally leading/renowned partner universities, so you can spend some of your time learning in amazing international locations. All our partners teach in English, so no foreign language skills are required. Your international learning takes place in a semester and replaces time you would have spent at BU, so you’ll graduate in the same timeframe – with the added bonus of increased opportunities for personal development, some amazing life experiences, and a CV that will really stand out to employers wherever they are in the world.

Consultancy project As part of your degree, you may have the chance to undertake a consultancy project with a real client, focusing on a live industry problem or issue. It’s a great chance to make valuable contacts in the sport industry, as well as showing potential employers that you have what it takes to put your learning into practice.

International research We have an international reputation for the quality of our research, education and professional practice. In 2016, 60 Chinese football coaches spent three months studying at BU as part of the British Council China-UK Football Study Programme. The coaches enjoyed a specially developed programme to improve their skills and knowledge in collaboration with BU and AFC Bournemouth. BU’s bid was one of only three successful programmes chosen by the British Council from 35 UK university bids.

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Our new sports performance laboratoryOn our sports courses you will be able to make the most of our state-of-the-art sport performance measurement equipment

It enables you to measure the impact that changes to a training regime can have, and how you as a coach can use that information to better athletes or a team’s performance. We have three sports performance laboratories – a 30m2 Sport Psychology Laboratory, and our two main sports laboratories cover 300m2 of space. We provide you with opportunities to take your newly gained skills further by applying them directly with our industry contacts; developing your experience while enhancing your employability.

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Key areas of studyFunctional Anatomy | Research Skills | Social Perspectives in Sport | Principles of Coaching | Sport Management | Sport, Physical Activity & Health | Exercise Physiology | Event Management | Developing Coaching Principles | Managing Sport Development | Personal & Professional Development in Sport | Performance Analysis in Coaching | Critical Sport Development | Dissertation

www.bournemouth.ac.uk/sport-dev

UCAS code C600

BSc (Hons)Sport Development & Coaching Sciences

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Is this the course for me?This course has been developed in close consultation with a number of high-profile industry bodies to ensure that when you graduate you’ll be well prepared for work in this competitive and exciting discipline.

The course covers various aspects of sports development, coaching and management, blending the academic and practical sides of the subject into a well-rounded degree.

You need a certain amount of creativity when developing sport, as well as a comprehensive understanding of the principles behind coaching science and this course will provide you with all of this and more.

The 30-week placement is an unrivalled opportunity to put what you’ve been learning into practice, with placements available at a host of sporting organisations in the UK and abroad. You’ll also be encouraged to develop your skills in management, coaching and development environments throughout your course by making use of the various opportunities within the university. Our facilities include a brand new sport performance laboratory and analysis equipment, enabling you to gain valuable experience.

What makes this course different?• We have excellent links with sporting organisations and

national governing bodies

• Develop industry contacts and experience during a 30-week work placement in the UK or overseas

• Scholarship programmes are available to support elite student athletes

• You will have the opportunity to study overseas with some of our global partner universities.

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Key areas of studySport & Exercise Psychology | Principles of Coaching | Sport Management | Social Perspectives in Sport | Research Skills | Functional Anatomy | Exercise Physiology | Psychology of Exercise & Human Performance | Developing Coaching Principles | Personal & Professional Development in Sport | Applied Sport Psychology | Performance Analysis | Dissertation

www.bournemouth.ac.uk/sports-psychology

UCAS code CX81

BSc (Hons)Sports Psychology & Coaching Sciences

Is this the course for me?Psychology has rapidly become a fundamental part of sports coaching and so we’ve developed a course that perfectly combines both disciplines to give you a solid understanding of psychology and the methods you can use to enhance sporting performance.

It’s been designed in consultation with various high-profile industry organisations and will give you a comprehensive academic education, all underpinned by varied practical experience.

Graduating with real-world experience is invaluable when it comes to seeking work. This course has been designed to make you highly employable within the fields of sports psychology and coaching, giving you a range of career options thanks to the varied inter- and intra-personal skills you’ll develop. Your work placement is more than just an opportunity to put your learning into practice – it provides you with a fantastic chance to make professional connections that could lead to a job once you graduate.

What makes this course different?• You will gain an understanding of the principles of

psychology as they relate to high-performance sport

• You will have the opportunity to study overseas with one of our global partner universities

• Gain industry experience and contacts during your work placement in the UK or overseas

• Scholarships are available to support elite student athletes.

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Key areas of studyFinancial Reporting for Sport | Operations Management | Research Skills | Social Perspectives in Sport | Health & Fitness Management | Sport Marketing | Events Management for Sport | Financial Appraisal for Sport | Managing Sport Development | Personal & Professional Development in Sport | Research Methods | Consumer Cultures for Sport | Consultancy Project | Strategic Sport Management | Dissertation

www.bournemouth.ac.uk/sports-mgt

UCAS code N290

BSc (Hons)Sports Management

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Accreditation: Endorsed by the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA)


Is this the course for me?We’ve developed this dynamic course following extensive consultation with numerous industry bodies, including Sport England, CIMSPA and various national governing bodies to make sure it’s as relevant as possible to the ever-changing sports industry.

As a result, this course has a blend of academic and practical elements combining to produce well-rounded graduates who are ready for the world of work. You’ll gain varied practical experience throughout your course thanks to your 30-week placement and as well as covering the sporting side of coaching, we’ll explore the business of sport too, something that many graduates lack according to our contacts in the industry.

We’ve fostered excellent links with a number of companies and organisations within the sports sector, which means you’ll have an excellent selection of placements to choose from as well as the option to study abroad at one of our partner institutions. Throughout your course, you’ll also have the chance to listen to a number of guest speakers who are experts within the national and international sports management sector.

What makes this course different?• The course is endorsed by the Chartered Institute for the

Management of Sport and Physical Activity

• You will have the opportunity to undertake a consultancy project with a real-life client

• We have excellent links with sporting organisations and national governing bodies

• You will have the opportunity to undertake a 30-week placement at a sports organisation, either within the UK or overseas

• Study abroad at one of our partner institutions.

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Key areas of studyGolf Club Management | Financial Reporting for Sport | Operations Management | Research Skills | Social Perspectives in Sport | Sport Marketing | Events Management for Sport | Financial Appraisal for Sport | Research Methods | Personal & Professional Development in Sport | The Contemporary Golf Industry | Consumer Cultures for Sport | Consultancy Project | Strategic Sport Management | Dissertation

www.bournemouth.ac.uk/golf-mgt

UCAS code N2C6

BSc (Hons)Sports Management (Golf)

Is this the course for me?This course focuses on golf club management and is strongly underpinned by fundamental management and business concepts. It’s been designed to give you an excellent insight into the golfing industry and we’ve consulted extensively with many industry bodies, including the Professional Golfers’ Association, the English Golf Union and the Club Managers Association of Europe, among others.

The golfing sector is highly competitive, with employers looking for a blend of practical experience and the academic knowledge that this course provides. As well as examining sports management in relation to golf, you’ll also cover wider sporting and business issues.

Your placement year is an invaluable opportunity to put what you’ve learned into practice and our industry links mean that we can help you find a position in a well-respected golfing organisation. However, this is not the only way in which you can gain real-world experience during your time at university.

You will develop real sporting events with our partner venues, and in your final year you will work on a real-life consultancy project within the industry as well as having the opportunity of an international field trip. Guest speakers regularly visit the university to share their knowledge of the sector, providing yet another dimension to your education.

What makes this course different?• We have excellent links with sporting organisations and

national governing bodies

• Scholarship programmes available to support elite student athletes

• Opportunity to work with sport organisations in the final year consultancy project

• Study abroad at one of our partner institutions.

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Accreditation: Club Managers Association of Europe (CMAE)


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CoursesBA (Hons) Events Management 197BA (Hons) Tourism Management 198BA (Hons) International Hospitality Management 199

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Why choose us?We are world class when it comes to the quality of our tourism, hospitality and events courses. We have spent a lot of time consulting with relevant industry organisations to make sure that our courses contain the right blend of cutting-edge theory and practical work, and that they teach you the skills you need to get ahead in your chosen career.

We’re ideally placed in one of the UK’s premier tourist destinations, which also hosts a number of large-scale events, providing a multitude of opportunities.

Globally recognised expertsWe have been teaching tourism-related courses for over 30 years and our staff are at the forefront of research within this field. We’ve been named as a Centre of Excellence for Tourism by the Institute of Travel and Tourism, and are accredited by the World Tourism Organisation. We have graduates working in many of the industry’s most high-profile firms. Tourism research at BU was rated as joint-first in the UK based on internationally recognised research in the Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2014.

You’ll have access to a wide pool of knowledge across each sector, not only from the academics who teach you, but also from the guest speakers who regularly share their experiences.

Our tourism, hospitality and events courses provide you with a diverse set of skills ensuring that you are a well-rounded professional who is prepared for work in any of these fast-paced industries.

We are also a member of leading professional associations including the International Special Events Society, Event and Visual Communication Association (EVCOM), Meeting Professionals International, the National Outdoor Events Association, British Hospitality Association and Tourism Management Institute.

Outstanding placement opportunitiesAll of our courses include a 30-week placement and we have developed ties with some of the biggest names in these sectors to provide outstanding opportunities to all of our students.

Organisations offering placements include The Walt Disney Company, Merlin Entertainment Group, L’Oreal, Great Ormond Street Hospital, Crown BC, England Sports Group, Sport England, Microsoft, London Gatwick Airport, Hong Kong Tourism Board, British Airways, Hilton Hotels, KPMG, Thomas Cook, TUI, STA Travel and Prague Spirit Group.

There are opportunities to work overseas, as well as in the UK, allowing you to add yet another dimension to your studies.

The tourism, hospitality and events sectors are fast-paced and exciting areas to work in, with a multitude of career options in each discipline.

“My vlogs will introduce you to all the opportunities BU provides and show you how to take advantage of them.”Diman Velev, a BA (Hons) Tourism Management student (pictured opposite)

Scan to watch Diman’s vlogs about life as a Tourism Management student at BU, as well as vlogs from Events Management student Harriet.

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Consultancy experience As part of your degree, you may have the chance to undertake a consultancy project with a real client, focusing on a live industry problem or issue. It’s a great chance to make valuable contacts in the sport industry, as well as showing potential employers (including the client you are consulting with) that you have what it takes to put your learning into practice.

Partner institutions Our courses include the option to study overseas with one of our 40 partner institutions, as part of a student exchange. This enables you to experience new cultures, learn about different ways of working and explore incredible places as part of your journey with BU. You’ll also develop employability skills and enhance your career prospects through a range of networks and contacts around the globe.

High-calibre partners Our partners are a valuable source of high-calibre guest speakers, consultancy projects, and careers presentations and workshops. They range from multinational businesses such as Hilton and Merlin Entertainments, to small and medium-sized enterprises in the region, industry associations, public bodies and agencies, and voluntary/third-sector organisations. Many of our industry partners are alumni of our courses.

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What they say

“I got the opportunity to work with some of the biggest global brands and agencies out there. I’ve gained a real insight into one of the fastest growing, competitive and dynamic industries in the world and I cannot imagine graduating without all the knowledge, experience and friendships that I’ve acquired over the placement year that I was fortunate enough to spend at Lenovo. I’m very grateful to BU for the opportunity, and most importantly the support during those challenging 12 months.”

Ruben Rocas, BA (Hons) Events and Leisure Marketing, final year student 2016

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"When they’ve found out I’m from BU, every organisation I’ve walked into has been really impressed. And without my degree, I certainly wouldn’t be in this job."

Emily Foster, Events Logistics Manager, RNLI, and BA (Hons) Events Management graduate

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Key areas of studyEvents Context | Economics for Events Professionals | Experiential Marketing | Event Business & Finance | Event Design & Performance | Events & Leisure Innovation | Research Methods | Consumer Experience & Behaviour | Financial Appraisal | Event Management | Personal & Professional Development | Project & Risk Management | Strategy & Leadership I International Events Management I Dissertation

www.bournemouth.ac.uk/events-mgt

UCAS code N820

BA (Hons)Events Management

Is this the course for me?To become a successful events manager, the industry seeks skills and knowledge in areas such as marketing, financial reporting, project planning, event bidding and consumer behaviour, all of which are offered by this exciting degree. This course will give you the opportunity to organise a real event with other students in the second year and gain invaluable knowledge and experience on a 30-week work placement in your third year. In your final year, you’ll have a choice of options to study, allowing you to tailor your course to suit your particular interests and passions.

This course has strong industry links which feed into our placement and graduate destinations by way of positions in national and international conference centres, mega-sporting event bodies such as the Olympic Games, experiential marketing agencies, unique venues, charitable organisations and public sector roles.

Through our links with professional networking associations such as the International Live Events Association (ILEA) students also have opportunities to take part in professional development alongside practitioners, this includes industry competitions and industry networking functions.

What makes this course different?• Organise a live event with real stakeholders as part of

a group

• Benefit from guest lectures, visits to local and regional event venues and real case studies

• Field trips that are events sector specific

• Shape your degree to match your interests.

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Accreditation: This course is recognised by professional associations including the Institute of Travel & Tourism as a Centre of Excellence. Member of the Institute of Hospitality’s Education Membership Scheme (EMS)


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Key areas of studyEconomics of Tourism | Introduction to Tourism | Environmental Studies | Financial Reporting | Marketing for Tourism | Financial Appraisal | Managing People | Research Methods | Tourism Development & Planning | Tourist Experience & Behaviour | Tourism Operations Management | Strategic Management for Tourism | Critical Issues in Tourism | Languages | Dissertation

www.bournemouth.ac.uk/tourism-mgt

UCAS code N800

BA (Hons)Tourism Management

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Accreditation: Accredited to the United Nations World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO). This course is recognised by the Tourism Management Institute (TMI). BU is recognised by the Institute of Travel and Tourism (ITT) as a Centre of Excellence


Is this the course for me?We’ve been teaching tourism courses since 1986 and as such have an excellent reputation within the industry. Many of our former graduates now hold influential positions within tourism organisations around the world, giving us unrivalled contacts that benefit you in terms of the guest speakers we attract, the placements we offer and the networking opportunities we can provide.

This course will give you an excellent understanding of how commercial public and third sector organisations work together within the tourism industry. What’s more, you’ll develop management and business skills that are essential to get ahead in this industry and in your final year, you’ll have an extensive choice of modules, allowing you to tailor your degree to suit your interests.

As well as being recognised by two industry bodies, we are considered to be a Centre of Excellence by the Institute of Tourism and Travel (ITT).

What makes this course different?• We wrote the textbook! We are home to four of the world´s

top ten tourism journals as well as many of the leading tourism textbooks

• Tourism at BU was rated as joint first in the UK, based on its internationally recognised research (REF2014)

• Optional language units in French, Mandarin and Spanish

• Student field trips nationally and internationally

• Get involved with our high-profile tourism industry partners on consultancy projects, or co-create research projects with our world-leading academics.

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Key areas of studyFood Studies | Global Hospitality | Hospitality Principles | Financial Reporting | Hospitality Operations | Marketing for Hospitality | Food & Beverage Management | Hospitality Resources & Revenue Management | Personal & Professional Development | Consumer Experience & Behaviour | Investigating Hospitality | Management Decision-Making | Leadership in Hospitality | Global Hospitality & Tourism Issues | Consultancy Project | Dissertation

www.bournemouth.ac.uk/hospitality-mgt

UCAS code N863

BA (Hons)International Hospitality ManagementIs this the course for me?This course is widely recognised as one of the best in the UK, thanks to its global reputation within the hospitality industry. Taught by hospitality specialists, the course has been designed to equip you with the hard technical and soft interpersonal skills needed to drive your future career in this versatile, dynamic and fast-paced industry. You will cover a combination of theoretical and practical modules, as well as discovering the necessary skills to put this knowledge to good use in real-world situations. In your final year, you can specialise in a particular area of the hospitality industry, after gaining a variety of experiences during your placement year.

Over the years we have developed a good range of links with some of the leading hospitality organisations including Corinthia, Hilton, Le Manoir aux Quat’Saisons and Chewton Glen from the hotel sector and Baxter Storey, Sodexo and CH&Co from the commercial catering sector. The restaurant and licenced retail sector are represented by The Pig, Mosimanns, The Restaurant Group, Mitchells & Butlers and Brewhouse and Kitchen. These links are evident throughout this degree, providing support for guest presentations, dissertations and student consultancy projects.

What makes this course different?• The course has a global reputation and is recognised as one

of the best in the UK

• Taught by hospitality specialists who are actively involved in research that informs the future of hospitality

• Opportunity to attend the annual hospitality student conference organised by BU in London with high-profile industry speakers

• Offers added value qualifications such as the WSET Wine & Spirit course (level 1 and 2), Food Safety certification and BII Licensing Certificate.

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Accreditation: Recognised by the Institute of Travel and Tourism (ITT) as a Centre of Excellence. A member of the Institute of Hospitality’s Education. Membership Scheme (EMS)


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We’re always working hard to make sure our courses offer exactly what employers are looking for. We listen to what our partners in industry say, and we amend, update and review our courses regularly to make sure they always contain the type of content that makes our graduates highly employable.

Check out our website for the latest information about all of our degrees, because things can change after we print this prospectus.

Sometimes, you’ll even find that we have launched entirely new courses, or introduced new ways to study for our existing qualifications.

Check www.bournemouth.ac.uk/courses for all the latest information, and to keep yourself one step ahead of the crowd.

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There isn’t a one-size-fits-all solution for education. Everyone is different, and so we offer a range of different solutions. In particular, we run Foundation and Top-up degrees as alternative qualifications, both at BU and through our partners.

We work closely with a number of local partners to give you the opportunity study a Foundation degree. These are available in a range of fields and provide the perfect gateway to Higher Education if you’re not convinced university is for you.

What is a Foundation degree?A traditional Honours degree is comprised of three levels - Level 4 (Certificate), Level 5 (Intermediate) and Level 6 (Honours). A Foundation degree is just the first two of these, levels 4 and 5. On successful completion of your two years, you may want to go on to complete Level 6 by enrolling on a Top-up degree, either at BU or elsewhere.

What is a Top-up degree?A Top-up degree is usually a one-year course that allows you to complete the final year of study you need to convert your Foundation degree (or equivalent

qualification, such as an HND) into a full Honours degree.

You don’t need to have studied your Foundation degree with us in order to apply for one of our Top-up degrees.

Practical learningBoth Foundation and Top-up degrees tend to have a practical focus, ensuring that you’re prepared for the workplace when you complete your course. If you study at BU, you’ll have access to all of our outstanding facilities, from the gym at sportBU and our extensive library to subject-specific facilities, such as our clinical skills rooms and our food management studios.

You can study BU Foundation degrees in the following subjects through our partners:

• FdEng Engineering• FdA Tourism Park Management• FdA Business & Management• FdA Tourism & Events• FdA Tourism & Hospitality

Our partners are:

• Bournemouth & Poole College• Kingston Maurward College• Wiltshire College Salisbury • Yeovil College.

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Foundation and Top-up degrees

Top-up degrees offered at BU Accounting & FinanceBA (Hons) Finance & Law (Top-up)

BA (Hons) International Finance (Top-up)

Business & ManagementBA (Hons) Business & Management (Top-up)

BA (Hons) International Management (Top-up)

BA (Hons) Global Business Management (Top-up) (online)

Design & Engineering BSc (Hons) Design Engineering (Top-up)

BEng/MEng (Hons) Engineering (part-time)

MEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering (full-time)

LawBA (Hons) Law (Top-up)

SciencesBSc (Hons) Marine Ecology & Conservation (Top-up) (shared delivery between Bournemouth University and Kingston Maurward College)

Tourism & HospitalityBA (Hons) International Hospitality & Tourism Management (Top-up)

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If you’d like to join us at BU, this section tells you everything you need to know – from entry requirements to key dates for your diary, it’s all here. If you still have questions, then visit www.bournemouth.ac.uk/apply for even more detail.

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Whether you have A-levels, BTECs, the International Baccalaureate or other exams, we welcome students with a wide variety of qualifications at BU.

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Understanding entry requirementsThe entry requirements for the majority of our courses are expressed in UCAS Tariff points to make it easier for you to understand what we are asking for regardless of your qualifications. For some courses, your total tariff score will need to come from a minimum of 3 A-levels or equivalent whereas other courses will accept 2 A-levels or equivalent or a combination of A-levels and AS-levels. In addition to BU requirements, some courses will also have entry conditions set by professional bodies or other external agencies.

For specific entry requirements, please go to the course page or visit www.bournemouth.ac.uk/entry for further details.

Required subjectsSome of our courses will have required subjects that you need to have studied to make an application to the course. In some cases we may also ask for a specific grade in one of these subjects. This ensures you have the required academic background to succeed on the course.

A-levelsWe know some schools and colleges may no longer offer the AS-level and do not want any applicants to be disadvantaged as a result.

If you don’t have an additional AS-Level, alongside three A-levels for example, we’ll continue to consider you as we did before. Additional study may be valuable for your breadth of study, and we will look at a range of qualifications and subjects, including the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) and General Studies, although these may not be a part of our offer. If you are studying a Science A-level with a pass/fail practical element, the grade should be included in the reference although it does not form part of our entry requirements.

GCSEs & Level 2 Key SkillsWhatever course you choose, you will be expected to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the demands of the course, including a satisfactory understanding of written English and basic numeracy. We’re looking for a minimum of Level 2 of the (UK) Regulated Qualifications Framework (GCSE and Level 2 Key Skills or equivalent).

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Old GCSE grading structure New GCSE grading structure (BU accepted equivalent)

A*, A 9-7

B 6

5

C 4

D, E, F, G 3-1

U U

We will continue to accept any combination of ‘old’ and ‘new’ GCSEs and equivalent subjects such as Functional Skills, instead of GCSEs.

Qualifications reform in the UKLots of qualifications are changing in the UK, so we want you to know what that will mean for your application to BU. During a period of qualification reform, it’s common for applicants to apply with a mix of old and new style qualifications; we can reassure you this will not impact how we assess your application. BU strives for fair and transparent admissions and our detailed entry requirements and any selection measures for each course can be found on course search www.bournemouth.ac.uk/courses.


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Entryrequirements

Lansdowne Point, Lansdowne Campus

Offer-holder Open DaysWhen you are made an offer on some of our courses, you may be invited to an Offer-holder Open Day. Visiting BU at an Open Day or Offer-holder Open Day can be a great way to decide on whether it is the right place for you. These events don’t have selection measures, but may have some activities relating to the course you’ve applied for.

Selection measuresSome of our courses will ask you to take part in an interview, group activity, test or other activity so we can decide whether you have the potential to succeed on the course and to make you an offer. Where a course has a selection measure, we have provided further information on our website so you can be well prepared. See www.bournemouth.ac.uk/selection-measures for more information.

Mature studentsWe welcome your application supported by evidence of appropriate experience. Applicants with mixed or unfamiliar qualifications may be asked for additional information or invited to an interview.

When we get your exam resultsIf your results meet or exceed our offer, your place is guaranteed and you’ll be notified by email, along with what to do next, shortly after we receive your results.

If they don’t match the offer, you may still get your place. We made you an offer based on your whole application and want you to be part of our community. We will review all your academic qualifications (including those not included in your offer) and the rest of your application to see if you can succeed on the course. If the answer is yes, and we have the places, we will confirm your place with us.

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Other qualifications that meet BU entry requirements include: Access to HE DiplomaOffers may require a specific number of credits at Merit or above.

BTEC Qualifications We accept the BTEC Extended Diploma. We also consider other BTEC qualifications combined with other Level 3 qualifications.

Cambridge Pre-U DiplomaWe welcome applicants presenting this Diploma.

European BaccalaureateWe accept the European Baccalaureate and each course has specific entry requirements.

International Baccalaureate (IB)The International Diploma is accepted as part of the IB. Our offer will state the minimum IB points (including any specific subject requirements) you will need for the course.

Irish Leaving CertificateWe accept the Irish Leaving Certificate and each course has specific entry requirements.

The Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Diploma Welcomed alongside A-levels or equivalent to meet the overall course tariff.

National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) Level 3 NVQs will be considered along with other information that enables applicants to meet the overall course tariff.

Scottish qualificationsScottish Advanced Highers, Scottish Highers and other Scottish qualifications that meet the overall course tariff.

International Foundation CertificateDelivered at Bournemouth University International College, with guaranteed progression on successful completion of your pathway courses. See more on page 13.


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We accept a wide range of overseas qualifications and your application will be processed by our dedicated International Admissions Team. We consider students on the basis of your whole application, including evidence of professional experience. You will usually need to have completed 13 years of education. Visit www.bournemouth.ac.uk/international-entry for more information.


Guideline entry requirementsFor Honours degrees (Bachelor’s) qualifications we accept include:• BU International College preparatory programmes (see below) • International or European Baccalaureate

(IB/EB)• Cambridge Pre-U Diploma

Other pathway courses recognised by BU:• High School leaving examinations considered to be of an

equivalent level to UK A-level examinations, including:• Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE)• Irish Leaving Certificate• USA High School Diploma

(plus SAT or AP or ACT)• All India Senior School Certificate

(Standard XII)• Bachillerato (Spanish Baccalaureate) • Apolytirion (Cyprus and Greece)• Diploma di Esame di Stato (Italy)

For one-year BA (Hons) or BSc (Hons) Top-up degrees (equivalent to final year entry) the following qualifications are accepted:• Higher National Diploma (HND)• Foundation degree (FdA/FdSc)• Two or three years of university level study with a minimum of 120 European Credit

Transfer System (ECTS) credits (or equivalent). Previous qualifications should be in the same or a closely-related subject area.

European Credit Transfer System (ECTS)BU accepts ECTS credits for entry to its courses. (If you’re studying an undergraduate course in an EU country, your qualification will probably be graded using ECTS credits.) One ECTS credit is equivalent to two BU academic credits. Check with the BU International Admissions Team on the number of credits you will need for entry to the course you are interested in - we’re here to help. Email: [email protected]

English language entry requirementsNormally a minimum of:• IELTS (Academic) 6.0 overall, with a minimum score of 5.5 in each component• We accept a range of English language qualifications from overseas countries. See

details at www.bournemouth.ac.uk/international-entry.

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Prepare for your degreeThe BU International College is our preparatory college for international students. We deliver English and Academic enhancement programmes, allowing you to progress to your Bachelor’s degree at BU.• Guaranteed progression to your BU degree on successful completion of your pathway course• Courses in Business, Law, Finance, Computing, Media and Tourism• Guaranteed accommodation for all studentswho apply within the deadline• Purpose-built, new International College building• Access to BU facilities• Multiple start dates to suit you• Dedicated academic and pastoral support• Generous scholarships to reward academic excellence.

For more information please visit www.bournemouth.ac.uk/international-college

International Foundation CertificatePrepare for the first year of an undergraduate degree at BU. Choose from:• Business, Law or Finance• Computing• Media & Communications• Events, Tourism & Hospitality Management.

International Year One in BusinessGain fast-track direct entry to the second year of a Bachelor’s degree in a business-related subject at BU. Preparatory English is available for extra help with your English language before beginning your International Foundation Certificate or International Year One.

Pre-sessional English coursesThese courses are designed to help you fulfil your BU English language requirements. Multiple start dates are available throughout the year.

For more information, please visit: www.bournemouth.ac.uk/pse or email [email protected]

• IB Diploma English mark of at least 5 (good)• Bournemouth University International College Pre-sessional English programme, or

a pre-sessional course recognised by BU. We also accept other equivalent English language qualifications. Email [email protected] for more information.

• If you have other evidence of your English language proficiency (e.g. you have an equivalent English language qualification, you received the majority of your education in English, or you have a degree in English language/literature), indicate this on your application form as it may be taken into consideration.

You may need a higher score for some courses where communication is especially important. Check your course description for English language requirements and component scores or contact the BU International Admissions Team at [email protected].

How to apply

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Student Centre, Talbot Campus

What do I do?After deciding which courses and which universities you want to apply for, you complete an online application at UCAS (Universities and Colleges Admission Service), www.ucas.com. UCAS processes all UK university applications and will send your application to your chosen universities who will consider your academic and personal profile before making you an offer. You can track your application status on the UCAS website at www.ucas.com/track.

How will BU assess my application?We look at everything in your application – academic achievements, personal statement and work or other experience, predicted grades, reference, and for some courses your performance at an interview/selection test – before making a decision to offer you a place or not. Your offer could be 4-20 points below the published tariff if you’re a UK applicant who meets one or more of our criteria for educational disadvantage (such as being in care or living in a low participation neighbourhood). Full details at www.bournemouth.ac.uk/contextual-data.

How important is the personal statement?Very. It’s one of the most important parts of the UCAS application as it tells us about you as an individual and how your interests and skills relate to your chosen course. It’s good to include work experience (including weekend jobs) and to link these back to the course.

What codes do I need?It’s important to enter the course code and title correctly on your UCAS application. You’ll find the details in the course listings in this prospectus and our institution code is B50. If the course you want to study is at a Partner College, you need to enter the campus code for that college.

When should I apply?If you’re a UK applicant, you can apply through UCAS between September and 15 January. Try to get your application in well before the deadline though, so it’s not a last-minute panic. Late applications may be considered if there are places available on your chosen course. If you don’t have any offers, or reject the ones you have, some of our courses may be available through UCAS Extra, which opens in mid-February.

Can I join a course in year two or three?Yes, depending on your higher education qualifications or learning from substantial relevant work experience. You can also apply for credit to miss out the placement year on a course if, for example, you already have work experience. Contact us for further details.

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How to applyLansdowne Point, Lansdowne Campus

What if I want to start university in 2019?We do consider applications for deferred entry to September 2019. Conditions of any offers made to you must be satisfied by 31 August 2018.

What if I have additional learning needs, or a disability? We’re here to provide support. Just fill out the box on the UCAS form to indicate a disability or additional learning need that may affect your learning and assessment and/or using our facilities. See page 17 for more details.

What about showing evidence of my qualifications?You’ll need to bring your original qualification documents to enrolment if you’re successful in your application to BU. Please don’t send us original documents.

What happens next? Once you’ve applied, we’ll guide you through the steps towards becoming a BU student, from your application to your offer and enrolment. Our online portal myHub will support you through your application www.bournemouth.ac.uk/myhub.

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International students When should I apply?• European Union (EU) students –

must apply to UCAS between mid-September 2017 and 15 January 2018

• International (non-EU) students – can apply up until the end of June 2018

• Do apply as soon as possible as some courses may fill up quickly.

A BU International Representative can help with the application process and liaise with BU on your behalf. You can also meet and speak to members of BU staff. See more at www.bournemouth.ac.uk/representativeswww.bournemouth.ac.uk/overseas-events

Do I need a visa to study in the UK?If you’re from outside the European Economic Area (EEA) and want to study in the UK for longer than six months, you’ll need to apply for a Tier 4 (General) Student Visa, and meet minimum English language requirements. Go to www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk for details.

There is help at www.bournemouth.ac.uk/visa

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Conditions and regulations

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This guide describes the courses currently offered by Bournemouth University (“BU”/ “we” / “our” / “us”). We have made every effort to ensure that this information is accurate at the time of printing. Current information is available on our website (www.bournemouth.ac.uk/courses) and we will indicate if significant changes have been made.

Ojo Rojo, Bournemouth

Courses subject to validationAs part of BU’s rigorous quality control procedures, every proposed new course, or change to any existing course, undergoes a process of scrutiny and validation to ensure that those changes meet the high standard required for approval by the Academic Standards Committee. We will flag on our website (www.bournemouth.ac.uk/courses) courses that are under review and will highlight if significant changes are made as part of this process.

Important information and student agreementWhen you accept an offer from BU, you are agreeing to our student agreement. When you register for your course online you will be asked to confirm that you have read, understood and agree to our student agreement. The student agreement forms the basis of the contractual relationship between you and us once you accept your offer of a place at BU. All of the information about our rules and the legal bits are in one agreement so they are easy for you to find.

Some of the information may not seem very important now, but it is best that you know where it is so that you are able to find it easily should you need the information later. For example, we explain what happens if we change something about your course and what will happen if something goes wrong. We explain how you can complain, how you pay your fees or apply for refunds and what your cancellation rights are. You can read through this agreement here: www.bournemouth.ac.uk/the-legal-bit.

Some courses leading to a BU award are offered at other institutions. Students attending courses at other institutions leading to a BU award should refer to the institution for information about the rules and regulations that will apply to them as well as reviewing the student agreement.

Tuition and other feesDetails of course and other fees are available on our website and will be confirmed at the time of offer. Information about how to pay tuition and other fees, what happens if you do not pay them, refunds and other important information about fees and charges, and how they may be changed is set out in our fees policy (see: www.bournemouth.ac.uk/the-legal-bit, under Finance). You will need to contact us if an employer or other person will be paying your fees. You will remain personally liable for the payment of course fees if the employer, sponsor or other person does not pay on time.

Registration for BU courses is online. During your registration process, you will be able to pay online or will be given details of how to pay by cheque.

Students’ Union code of practice Under the provisions of the Education Act 1994, the BU Board has approved a Code of Practice for the Students’ Union at Bournemouth University. It is published on BU’s website at www.bournemouth.ac.uk/the-legal-bit.

Data protectionBU collects and retains personal information, in various formats, about our current, past and potential future students for a variety of purposes as set out in our student privacy notice (at www.bournemouth.ac.uk/privacy-notice). BU holds this personal information securely, both in hard copy format and electronically, under the requirements of the Data Protection Act 1998 (“DPA”). For further information, see our DPA webpages at www.bournemouth.ac.uk/privacy-policies.

ChangesEvery effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained in this prospectus, but details may have changed since this prospectus went to press.

The course information on our website (www.bournemouth.ac.uk/courses) includes a list of the units that may be available for your course, including core and optional units. We do not guarantee that an optional unit will run or be available to all students. Your choice of units may be restricted by limits on timetabling, staffing, facilities, or the number of places on the unit.

It is important that we can update or amend courses. We do this to ensure that the curriculum, teaching and learning methods and forms of assessment are up to date, to maintain academic standards and enhance the quality of learning opportunities for students. We will normally only make changes if the overall effect of the changes is not material and is either neutral or advantageous to potential students. Negative changes may sometimes be unavoidable because of unforeseen issues such as staff availability, student numbers or other resources. BU will seek to minimise the impact of the changes on offer holders and any negative impact on student experience. If you have applied for a particular course, we will contact you if we make material changes that affect the course information in this prospectus or on our website.

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Conditions and regulations

107m / 172kms

214m / 344kms

321m / 516kms

London

Edinburgh

Manchester

Bristol

Birmingham

Getting to BU

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Our campus is split over two sites – the Talbot Campus and the Lansdowne Campus. The Talbot Campus is about two miles from Bournemouth town centre and beaches. The Lansdowne Campus is in Bournemouth town centre, five minutes from the seafront.

Bournemouth

107m / 172kms

214m / 344kms

321m / 516kms

London

Edinburgh

Manchester

Bristol

Birmingham

Great transport linksBournemouth AirportThe airport is just a 15 minute drive outside of the town centre and there is a direct bus service that takes approximately 20 minutes.

Southampton AirportIt takes around 45 minutes to reach Southampton Airport, either by driving or by a direct train.

London airportsWe are approximately a 1.5 hour drive from Heathrow Airport. If you want to travel by train, it takes around 2.5 hours. It takes approximately 2.5 hours to drive to Gatwick Airport.

LondonThere is a direct train to London Waterloo that takes around 1 hour and 45 minutes.

BirminghamThe direct train takes just over 3 hours, or you can drive to the city in approximately 3 hours.

OxfordDriving takes around 1 hour and 45 minutes, while the direct train takes approximately 2 hours.

CardiffDriving takes around 3 hours, while the train journey takes a little over 3 hours.

EdinburghIt’s around an 8 hour drive, while the train journey takes just over 7 hours.

ManchesterA direct train takes just under 5 hours. You can drive there in around 4 hours and 45 minutes.

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Getting to BU

A

Accommodation 38-47

BA (Hons) Accounting & Business 70

BA (Hons) Accounting & Finance 70

MAccFin (Hons) Accounting & Finance 73

BA (Hons) Accounting & Law 70

BA (Hons) Accounting & Taxation 70

BSc (Hons) Adult Nursing 114

BA (Hons) Advertising 148

BSc (Hons) Anthropology 173

Application process 212

BSc (Hons) Archaeological & Forensic Sciences 175

BA/BSc (Hons) Archaeology 172

BSc (Hons) Archaeology & Anthropology 174

B

BSc (Hons) Biological Sciences 181

Blogs 8

Bournemouth 28-35

Bursaries 56

BSc (Hons) Business Information Technology 96

LLB (Hons) Business Law 142

BA (Hons) Business Studies 78

BA (Hons) Business Studies with Economics 78

BA (Hons) Business Studies with Enterprise 78

BA (Hons) Business Studies with Finance 78

BA (Hons) Business Studies with Human Resource Management 78

BA (Hons) Business Studies with Law 78

BA (Hons) Business Studies with Marketing 78

BA (Hons) Business Studies with Operations & Project Management 78

C

Careers & Employability 18-23

Chaplaincy 37

BSc (Hons) Children’s & Young People’s Nursing 115

BSc (Hons) Clinical Exercise Science 124

BA (Hons) Communication & Media 153

BA (Hons) Computer Animation

Art & Design 88

BSc (Hons) Computer Animation & Visual Effects 88

BA (Hons) Computer Animation Technical Arts 88

BSc (Hons) Computer Networks 96

BSc (Hons) Computing 96

Counselling 37

BSc (Hons) Cyber Security Management 99

D

Data Protection Act 216

BSc (Hons) Digital Creative Industries 90

BSc (Hons) Design Engineering 107

E

BSc (Hons) Ecology & Wildlife Conservation 176

BA (Hons) Economics 70

BEng/ MEng (Hons) Engineering (Part-time) 108

BA (Hons) English 160

MLit (Hons) English 161

LLB (Hons) Entertainment Law 142


Entry requirements for international students 210

BA (Hons) Events Management 197

BSc (Hons) Environmental Science 177

F

BA (Hons) Film 155

BA (Hons) Film Production & Cinematography 154

BA (Hons) Finance & Business 70

BA (Hons) Finance & Economics 70

BSc (Hons) Forensic Biology 180

BSc (Hons) Forensic Computing & Security 96

BSc (Hons) Forensic Investigation 178

BSc (Hons) Forensic Science 178

Funding 54-59

Index

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Index

G

BSc (Hons) Games Design 90

BSc (Hons) Games Software Engineering 90

BSc (Hons) Geography 182

BA (Hons) Global Business Management 80

H

BA (Hons) History 132

I

BA (Hons) Industrial Design 106

BSc (Hons) Information Technology Management 96

BA (Hons) International Business Studies 78

BA (Hons) International Hospitality Management 199

International students 24-27

L

LLB (Hons) Law 142

LLB (Hons) Law & Taxation 142

LLB (Hons) Law with Economics 142

LLB (Hons) Law with Politics 142

Library 15

M

BSc (Hons) Marketing 83

BA (Hons) Marketing Communications 149

BEng/MEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering 109

BA (Hons) Media Production 156

BSc (Hons) Mental Health Nursing 116

BSc (Hons) Midwifery 117

BA (Hons) Multimedia Journalism 151

BSc (Hons) Music & Audio Technology 166

BSc (Hons) Music & Sound Production Technology 166

N

BSc/MNutr (Hons) Nutrition 125

O

BSc (Hons) Occupational Therapy 123

Dip HE Operating Department Practice 118

Open Days 60-63

P

BSc (Hons) Paramedic Science 119

BA (Hons) Photography 157

BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy 121

BA (Hons) Politics 133

BA/BSc/MDes (Hons) Product Design 105

BSc (Hons) Psychology 183

BA (Hons) Public Relations 150

R

BA (Hons) Retail Management 81

Rules and regulations 216

S

Scholarships 56

BA (Hons) Scriptwriting for Film & Television 158

BA (Hons) Social Work 127

BA (Hons) Sociology 137

BA (Hons) Sociology & Anthropology 134

BA (Hons) Sociology & Criminology 135

BSc (Hons) Software Engineering 96

SportBU 52

BSc (Hons) Sport Development & Coaching Sciences 188

BSc (Hons) Sports Management 190

BSc (Hons) Sports Management (Golf) 191

BSc (Hons) Sports Psychology & Coaching Sciences 189

Students’ Union 50

Study abroad 18

Support 16

T

Tariff 225

BA (Hons) Television Production 159

BA (Hons) Tourism Management 198

V

BA (Hons) Visual Effects 88

W

Work placements 18-23

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Universities start to make offers

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Mar - Aug 2017

Sept 2017 - Jan 2018Feb - Apr 2018

May - Jun 2018

Jul - Aug 2018Sept 2018

Timetable for your future

Check out our generous scholarship and bursary packages

UK students should apply for student loans via Student Finance England before 31 May 2018

Universities continue to make offers and you’ll be replying to them.Attend interviews, Open Days and meet our staff in your country

Opportunity to apply late via UCAS Extra (until early July 2018)

UCAS Extra

If BU is your firm choice, see if you’re eligible to apply for one of our bursaries or scholarships

If you applied by 15 January universities will have made you an offer by the end of March. You will need to make your decision by early May

Deadline to apply for student loans (Student Finance England)

International students - apply for a pre-sessional English course if you haven’t met the English language entry requirement

UCAS application deadline for international students 30

JUN

31MAY

You can complete your accommodation application if you’ve picked BU as your firm choice and meet the conditions of your offer. Visit: www.bournemouth.ac.uk/ ug-accommodation to see where you could live

BTEC

Enjoy the summer and prepare for university

Visit our Arrivals website to find out more about getting started at BU www.bournemouth.ac.uk/belongatbu

International Baccalaureate results published in early July

You’ll receive your official Welcome Pack

BTEC results published

Sign up for the International Students’ Orientation Programme and Global Buddies Scheme

A-level and Advanced Diploma results day

Welcome!

Airport pick up, Arrivals Week and term starts

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We use the UCAS tariff to show our entry requirements for each course in a consistent way, and to ensure we compare different qualifications fairly when making you an offer. We’ve produced a guide to the most common qualification combinations and their tariff points below.

Use this space to work out your own tariff points. Visit www.ucas.com for a helpful calculator.

Visit www.bournemouth.ac.uk for full details of entry requirements, detailed course information including contact hours and what’s included in tuition fees.

Your offer may also be subject and grade specific, specifying a number of tariff points to be achieved in a required subject. If you are studying a broader qualification, please contact us to confirm the units you are studying will meet the entry requirements.

If your results don’t match the offer you may still get your place. See page 209 to find out what happens when we get your exam results.

It all adds up

My qualifications

QualificationsTariff points

96 104 112 120 128 136+

A-levels CCC BCC BBCACC

BBBABCA*CC

ABBA*BC

AABA*BB

BTEC Extended Diploma MMM DMM DMM DDM DDM DDD

BTEC Diploma DD D*D D*D*

A-level and BTEC Diploma combinations

A / MP C / MM

A* / MPB / MM

A / MMC / DM

A* / MMB / DM

A / DMC / DD

A* / DMB / DDC / D*D

A-levels and BTEC Subsidiary Diploma combinations

CC / MBB / P

BC / MAB / P

CC / DBB / MAA / P

CC / D*BC / DAB / MA*A / P

BC / D*BB / DA*B / MA*A* / P

BB / D*AB / DA*A / M

Access to HE Diploma Any combination of Distinctions, Merits and Passes to make up the tariff points

Subject Qualification Predicted/actual grade UCAS Tariff points

Total

BTEC Qualification (Q

CF)

Tariff points

GCE/VCE Qualifications

International Baccalaureate H

igher Level Certificate*

Access to HE

Diplom

aSubsidiary D

iploma

90-credit D

iploma

Diplom

aExtended D

iploma

A-level/ AVCE

A-level/AVCE D

ouble Award

D*D

*D*

168

BU accepts any

combination

of Distinctions,

Merits and

Passes to make

up the tariff points for the

course

D*D

*D160

D*D

D152

DD

D144

141

DD

M128

D*D

*D

MM

112 A*A*

D*D

104 A*A

DD

MM

M96

AA

88AB

D*D

*84

DM

MM

P80

BB

D*D

78

DD

72BC

MM

MPP

64CC

DM

60

D*

56A*

CDH

7

DM

MM

PPPP

48A

DD

H6

40B

DE

MP

36

MPP

32C

EEH

5

PP24

DH

4

20

P16

E

12H

3

106

We’ve provided comparisons for the most typical qualifications, but for full details visit www.ucas.com. See page 207 for further details.

*Part of the IB Diploma (component scores)

UCAS Tariff Table

Bournemouth University


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