At Bournemouth University, we see growth as something lived from every angle. It’s the full 360° of your experience – academic, social and everything in between. That’s why the first half of this prospectus is dedicated to the lived experiences of our community – past and present –offering a real glimpse of life at BU, through their eyes.
Local roots
South Coast energy is in our DNA – we’re part of Bournemouth’s culture, community and coastline.
National impact
From media to healthcare, business to tech and environment to ethics, we help power the people who keep the country moving.
Global reach
Our ideas, research and graduates don’t stop at the shoreline. From Oscar-winning graduates to breakthroughs in cyber security and disaster response, we’re here to equip you with the skills and experience to build a career anywhere in the world.
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We’re a university shaped by our place
Naturally open, coastal, and creative, we’re part of a community that’s always looking forward. A vibrant yet laid-back community of sandy beach hangouts, outdoor adventures, cafés, culture, and people who’ll keep you grounded while the horizon keeps you curious.
Your accommodation during your time at BU is all about creating the experience that’s right for you – your space to switch off, study, socialise – and your base from which to explore the South Coast. From discovering your favourite place for coffee, to late-night chats in halls, friendships grow naturally here – and so do the moments that turn into your best stories.
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Get involved as much or as little as you like; there’s always something happening, but you’ll always have your own space to reset, and feel at home.
Feeling like yourself is part of succeeding at BU. Before you even arrive, you’ll have access to information about clubs, societies, sport and events, helping you find your people early and settle in faster. Support at BU is easy to find and designed to fit around real life. From wellbeing and medical services to faith, childcare and AskBU support, help is always close by –with arts, music, sport and culture giving you space to feel good and get more out of your time here.
in the South West of England (Whatuni? Student Choice Awards 2025)
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BU’s campuses are built to support how you actually study. From quiet zones to collaborative tech-enabled spaces, you’ve got the freedom to work solo, team up, or switch it up depending on what you need that day. Whether you’re based in the town-centre Lansdowne Campus or the green, self-contained Talbot Campus, everything’s designed to help you learn your way.
You’ll also be using industry-standard facilities. From TV studios and motion-capture labs, to clinical simulation spaces with an operating theatre and hospital wards, our facilities mirror the real world. Add modern libraries, specialist support on hand, and dedicated sports facilities, and you’ve got spaces you can feel confident in –now, and when it’s time to step into your career.
in the British Universities and Colleges Sports (BUCS) league, out of 142 other UK universities.
Whether you’re chasing performance, staying active, or just in it for the fun, sport at BU is something we’re passionate about at every level. From gym sessions, fitness classes and social sport to leagues, drop-ins and campus teams, it’s easy to get involved and meet people along the way. With flexible memberships and loads going on every week, fitting sport around your life comes naturally.
With over 60 teams competing in regional and national competitions, you’ll have the opportunity to compete at the highest level with TeamBU. Backed by state-of-the-art facilities, including 3G pitches, a fully equipped gym, a sports hall and rehab services – plus scholarships and elite athlete support, BU makes it possible to train hard, play hard, and keep everything else moving too.
BU graduates work across industries and across the world, backed by courses shaped with employers and real-world skills built in from day one. Placements, industry projects and accredited degrees help you turn learning into experience – whether that’s a year in industry, a short placement, or hands-on practice throughout your course.
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Add lifelong careers support from CareersBU, global opportunities through placements and study abroad, and a strong graduate network, and you’re set up to move forward with confidence – wherever you want to go next.
We brought three lecturers together with third year student Paul to chat all things BU. Read on or scan the QR code for a full 360° insight into student life and study.
Dr Lucy Sheppard-Marks
Faculty of Business & Law
Dr Festus Adedoyin Faculty of Media, Science & Technology
What does it really mean to grow at university?
Beyond lectures and the deadlines, the student experience is shaped by friendships, confidence, place and a sense of belonging.
We sat down with members of our university community to reflect on how our students grow from the moment they arrive to the day they graduate, and the full 360 degree experience in between.
How do you see students evolve across their time at Bournemouth University?
SUSAN
My favourite thing is seeing the students who come in and haven’t quite found where they fit in yet, but by the time they leave, they’ve got so many different groups of friends – in the classroom, sports teams, clubs and housemates. I really love seeing that social journey.
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Absolutely – seeing that confidence build and their ability to work with different types of people, encounter different situations and
the resilience they build – they really do leave completely transformed.
And in lectures as well, after a while that confidence to work independently beyond assignments and solve problems grows, which is so great to see.
I’ve been here almost three years now and I definitely feel like I’ve become more confident – I’ve built a larger social network and through my part-time role as a student ambassador I met two of my closest friends, which in turn has helped me achieve academically because I’m able to feel confident and secure.
So once students start to settle in here, they’re able to explore different sides of themselves. Beyond the walls of the university, what’s on offer for them to explore?
Oh there’s so much opportunity – volunteer activities, Bournemouth 7s which is a big sporting festival that often becomes the pinnacle of the year for a lot of final year students.
We’re really lucky to have AFC Bournemouth – a global Premier League football club – on our doorstep. I was part of their Diversity in the Workplace panel, and as part of that I got a stadium tour and tickets to see one of their Premier League matches, which was great!
WE’RE REALLY LUCKY TO HAVE A GLOBAL PREMIER LEAGUE CLUB ON OUR DOORSTEP
Did you know?
Bournemouth University is the official higher education partner of AFC Bournemouth and principal partner of the girls’ and women’s teams. Now in its 14th year, the partnership exists for the benefit of students, staff, supporters and the local community, with a range of activities taking place each year.
Find out about our partnerships
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With miles of golden sand, our famous beach has been ranked the 12th best beach in the world by the Trip Advisor community.
25th Anniversary Travellers Choice Awards (2025).
We’re also really lucky to have really great nightlife down here in Bournemouth, but the real thing we have is the natural environment around us. The beach is awesome – it comes to life in the summer – barbecues, bars – it’s just really, really vibrant and such a good, fun place to be.
And for those who might like things a little quieter, we’ve also got the New Forest right on our doorstep – the wild ponies, the donkeys, pigs…and getting out on bikes there is pretty special.
Many of our courses also make the most of having the Jurassic Coast on our doorstep, going out to study the environment we have here.
There’s also Poole Quay and the natural harbour, and we’ve also got the Tank Museum and Ministry of Defence in Corsham with all sorts of Battle Labs which host hackathons, competitions and projects, so there are lots of opportunities for students to learn outside of the classroom.
Belonging is a huge part of the student experience as well – what does that look like at BU?
At Bournemouth University we’re really invested in our student wellbeing. And that starts right from the top at programme leadership level. As a programme leader, I’m really invested in the wellbeing of my students, not just about the academic side of things, but also their overall wellbeing.
I think importantly there’s the authentic care that lecturers really do have for the students that we have the privilege of working with.
It matters a huge amount to us how well our students do and what they go on to achieve –we keep in touch with our students because, as Festus says, we’re really invested in their entire journey. So much about belonging is about feeling, seeing, feeling valued and we have so many networks that really do support and value our students.
Students often say that the learning experience becomes more meaningful when different parts of their life connect – is that something you’ve experienced?
PAUL
One of my favourite things is the guest lecturers we get to hear from – we have local connections with big companies like JP Morgan and Lush, and it’s great to learn from industry leaders and graduates to understand how they started their careers.
The relationship we have with JP Morgan opens up so many opportunities for placements and projects, and locally there are so many organisations that we collaborate with on student projects. Clearwater Dynamics, for example – it’s really important for the overall student experience.
That opportunity to do placements in businesses is huge – how is that woven into the student experience?
SUSAN
All of our programmes in healthcare are co-designed with health and social care providers. Some courses have mandatory placements and for others it’s optional, but either way it’s such a brilliant opportunity for our students to take their learning and bring it to life in industry. It’s so varied as well – students travel all over the world with their placements, and we see such a difference in our students when they come back – they’re complete professionals. I rave about our final year students all the time – they’re not finished articles, but they are true professionals and they approach their learning in a very different way as well.
Did you know?
We’re supported by a global alumni community of more than 120,000 graduates worldwide.
Learn about our global network bournemouth.ac.uk/alumni
GRADUATION DAY FOR STUDENTS IS ONE OF THE PROUDEST DAYS OF THEIR LIFE.
And to round up, what are the most rewarding changes you see in students across their time with us at BU?
It’s really interesting to see our students who go on to do big things, and then come back to uni. One of our former students came back as a guest lecturer on a unit I teach, and it was great for current students to see what the future could look like – to talk about jobs roles, work-life balance and things like that.
I love it when I hear from a student, and see that they’ve got the job they’ve really been pushing for, and it’s really related to their course. It’s great to see that everything they’ve put in has come together to get them their dream job.
As a student I always love sitting in on graduation because it’s nice to see some of my friends walking across that stage, and I can see how far they’ve come – that really inspires me to go on and to someday walk across the stage myself.
Graduation day for students is one of the proudest days of their life. But also for us as academics, it’s the best day of the year.
We get to see our students that we’ve worked so closely with, cross the stage and graduate. At last year’s graduation I spoke to a parent of a student I’d supported throughout their journey, and it’s such a special thing to have that moment of pause and connection, seeing that you’ve made a difference in somebody’s life. It’s amazing – it’s what we do it for.
WHAT YOU GET WHEN YOU STUDY AT BU
The world is changing fast - new tech, new jobs, new ways of working. At Bournemouth University, we don’t just help you keep up with it. We help you get ahead.
You’ll take part in an industry-connected, future-focused educational experience that prepares you for shaping your future career and the world around you.
Here’s what that means for you:
1. You get courses that evolve with the world. When industries shift, your learning shifts with them. Whether it’s AI in healthcare, fast-changing creative content, societal changes, or new cyber threats, we update what you learn so it stays relevant and future proof.
2. You get real experience that employers care about. You’ll learn not just from lecturers, but from industry partners, researchers and professionals who are shaping what’s coming next. This means projects, placements and opportunities that help you stand out.
3. You get skills that last longer than any trend. Technology changes. Jobs change. But confidence, creativity and the ability to adapt will stay with you for life. Our unique learning model helps you to build the digital and human skills that you’ll need to take on whatever comes next.
4. You get a place that connects you to the world. We’re inspired by our location. Bournemouth is a natural hub and living laboratory for global ideas, industry links and real-world opportunities. Your degree doesn’t end at the classroom door – it opens doors.
You’re not just choosing a course. You’re choosing a future. And the future belongs to people who can learn, adapt and act with purpose. At BU, you’ll grow in what you know, and who you become, with the confidence to make things happen. You’ll build the skills you need to be an architect of the future.
To learn is to change. And here, change comes naturally.
Find out more about our 2035 strategy bournemouth.ac.uk/BU2035-learn-change
ACCOUNTING, FINANCE & ECONOMICS
ALLIED HEALTH
PROFESSIONS & SOCIAL WORK
BUSINESS & MANAGEMENT
COMPUTER
ANIMATION, GAMES & VISUAL EFFECTS
COMPUTING &
INFORMATICS
DESIGN & ENGINEERING FORENSIC SCIENCES
HISTORY, CRIMINOLOGY & SOCIOLOGY
JOURNALISM & COMMUNICATION
LAW
LIFE, ENVIRONMENTAL & ARCHAEOLOGICAL SCIENCES
MARKETING
MEDIA, FILM, TV & MUSIC PRODUCTION
MEDICAL SCIENCES
NURSING & MIDWIFERY
PSYCHOLOGY
SPORT
TOURISM, HOSPITALITY & EVENTS
Our experienced team bring this subject to life, reflecting the latest developments in the industry as well as incorporating their own research into what you’ll learn.
— Accounting and finance courses begin with a shared first year, after which you can choose how to specialise as you shape your future career.
— Study at a business school accredited by AACSB — a global quality mark held by fewer than 6% worldwide.
— Individual courses are also accredited by professional bodies –adding relevance to your qualification and, in some cases, additional qualifications and exemptions from professional exams.
— Build real-world experience through a 30-week placement opportunity available to every student.
BA (Hons) Accounting*
BA (Hons) Accounting & Finance*
BSc (Hons) Economics*
BA (Hons) Finance*
Did you know? Our research into ethical and sustainable business behaviour informs our courses. Our work into ensuring supply chains run as efficiently as possible will help the organisations of tomorrow to keep important items like fresh food at affordable prices.
My tutors provided great support and I was able to gain an abundance of knowledge that has prepared me for my future career. Not only this, but the people I met along my journey have provided me with essential interpersonal skills which will forever be of use to me.
Tyrell Catumba BSc (Hons) Economics and MSc Finance
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Our relationships with local and national health and social care providers inform our curriculum, as well as giving you the chance to undertake exciting, relevant practice placements.
— Learn in realistic simulation spaces that reflect real clinical and community settings, including ambulance suites, hospital wards, rehab facilities and home environments.
— Build experience and confidence through integrated placements across NHS Trusts, community services and local authorities throughout the south.
— Many of our courses are recognised and supported by leading professional bodies, including the College of Paramedics, CSP and RCOT.
— Study in a research-active environment shaping
BSc (Hons) Occupational Therapy
BSc (Hons) Operating Department Practice (A)
BSc (Hons) Paramedic Science (R)
BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy (R)
BA (Hons) Social Work (A)
Specialist facilities
— Clinical simulation suites
— Rehabilitation suite
— Simulation hospital wards
— Simulation home environment
— Ambulance simulation suite
— Operating theatre simulation suite.
I shadowed my mentor and got to grips with the therapeutic handling, mobility assessments and respiratory assessments. I got to contribute in the board round meetings, discharge patients and developed my communication skills with both patients and staff.
Ellen BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy
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3 years (with integrated placements)
With accreditations such as AACSB and CMI, these courses build the skills, confidence and connections to lead in today’s global business world.
— Build a strong foundation in Business & Management before specialising in your chosen pathway.
— Learn from experienced academic staff with strong industry insight and employer links
— Choose to broaden your global outlook with an optional semester abroad at our partner universities.
— Study at a university with over 40 years’ experience in business education and a strong reputation with employers
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Did you know? Your learning includes research-led projects that equip you with the skills to tackle real business challenges – from sustainability to growth and innovation.
BU graduate Harvey Scott’s career has been driven by his passion for sustainability in the coffee industry. He went on to work for Sheba Coffee, a startup focused on rebuilding the Yemen coffee industry that supports farmers who would otherwise be unable to access the global market.
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Duration
BA (Hons) Business & Management (2-year Accelerated Degree)* 2 years (with optional six-week placement)
BA (Hons) Business & Management (Economics)**
BA (Hons) Business & Management (Entrepreneurship)**
BA (Hons) Business & Management (Finance)**
BA (Hons) Business & Management (Global Operations)**
BA (Hons) Business & Management** 3 years or 4 years (with 30-week placement)
BA (Hons) Business & Management (HRM)**
BA (Hons) Business & Management (Marketing)**
BA (Hons) Business & Management (Project Management)**
BA (Hons) International Business & Management**
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Does not have pathway options.
** These courses have a Foundation Year option for students who do not meet the standard entry requirements. See page 72 for more details.
If you’re an artist or a programmer (or both) who wants to create new worlds, characters and experiences, our degrees will bring your ideas to life using industry standard software and technology.
— We’re home to the National Centre for Computer Animation (NCCA), consistently ranked among the top animation schools in the UK and globally.
— Join a global alumni network working at studios and companies like Disney, ILM, Framestore, DNEG, Rockstar North and Electronic Arts, with graduates contributing to major films and games.
— Graduate from industry-recognised courses, including games programmes accredited by TIGA and regularly celebrated with Graduate of the Year awards.
— Build transferable skills that open doors across digital technologies, games, animation, virtual production, and the wider creative industries.
Specialist facilities
— E-Sports lab for live broadcasting
— Computing labs with industry-standard software including Maya, Houdini (certified), Nuke, Unreal (certified) and Unity
— Green screen studio
— Motion capture facilities
— 3D scanning and 3D printing facilities.
As a woman from a more traditional background, I faced challenges for pursuing a degree considered to be male-oriented. The games industry is changing and becoming more welcoming to everyone, so if you have the drive for it, don’t give up and go for it!
Pratkisha Prakash
BSc (Hons) Games Design
Course Duration
BSc (Hons) Games Design*
BA (Hons) Computer Animation & Visual Effects* 3 years or 4 years (with 30-week placement)
BSc (Hons) E-Sports Digital Technologies
30-week placement: You will apply for and source your placement(s) of a minimum 30 weeks which can be made up of multiple, or one longer placement. *These courses have a Foundation Year option for students who do not meet the standard entry requirements. See page 72 for more details. bournemouth.ac.uk/ug-cave
Our courses have been designed in collaboration with industry so that you’ll graduate with the exact skills employers are looking for.
— Choose from three specialist pathways
– Computing, Cyber Security or Data Analytics – with the flexibility to switch between courses after your first year.
— Build real-world experience through an optional 30-week placement. Our students have worked at organisations such as Microsoft, IBM, JP Morgan and Goldman Sachs.
— Study a course that evolves with industry, so what you learn reflects current practice and prepares you for graduate roles.
Specialist facilities
— Cyber Security Suite
— Advanced Development Suite
— Systems Laboratories
— Immersive Experience Laboratory
— HPC GPU Cluster
— All computers are equipped with GPUs.
What I like the most about Bournemouth University is the diversity that it has and the opportunities that it gives us to work with local companies.
Iris Compan Del Monte BSc (Hons) Cyber Security Management
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Course Duration
BSc (Hons) Computer Science*
BSc (Hons) Computing*
BSc (Hons) Cyber Security Management*
BSc (Hons) Cyber Security with Digital Forensics*
BSc (Hons) Business Computing with Analytics* 3 years or 4 years (with 30-week placement)
BSc (Hons) Data Science & Artificial Intelligence*
BSc (Hons) Networks & Cyber Security*
BSc (Hons) Software Engineering*
MSci Computer Science (with pathway options: Applied, Artificial Intelligence, Cyber Security, Data Science, Information Assurance, Networks, Software Engineering) 4 years or 5 years (with 30-week placement)
30-week placement: You will apply for and source your placement(s) of a minimum 30 weeks which can be made up of multiple, or one longer placement.
*These courses have a Foundation Year option for students who do not meet the standard entry requirements. See page 72 for more details.
If you can think it, we can help you make it. Our prototyping facilities can bring your ideas to life, giving you the experience you need to get your career off to a great start.
Why BU is the right choice
— Graduate with a degree recognised by the profession. Some of our courses have accreditation from bodies including IED, IMechE and the Engineering Council.
— Move into industry-ready roles, supported by consistently strong graduate employment outcomes.
— Gain real-world experience through work placements. Our students have worked with employers such as Jaguar Land Rover, GE, Princess Yachts and Disney.
— Showcase your final-year work at the Festival of Design & Engineering, where students regularly make industry connections and secure job offers.
— Take your work to a national stage at New Designers, with BU students recognised for award-winning innovation
BEng (Hons)/MEng (Hons) Engineering (part-time)
BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering*(R)
MEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering* (R)
BEng (Hons) Mechatronics & Robotics* (R)
MEng (Hons) Mechatronics & Robotics*(R)
BSc (Hons) Design Engineering
BA (Hons) Product Design*
BSc (Hons) Product Design*
Specialist facilities — Engineering workshops — Rapid prototyping labs — Stress testing and dynamics lab — Electronics design lab — 3D printers.
Studying engineering has enabled me to think more creatively in my everyday life. Having such a background makes me feel independent and able to solve real-life problems within the industry and many other sectors. Being an engineer for me means being able to say, “I did that!” and be proud of it!
Sirin Arif Graduate Engineer at Bentley Motors bournemouth.ac.uk/ug-de
or 4 years (with 30-week placement)
or 5 years (with 30-week placement)
30-week placement: You will apply for and source your placement(s) of a minimum 30 weeks which can be made up of multiple, or one longer placement. *These courses have a Foundation Year option for students who do not meet the standard entry requirements. See page 72 for more details.
R: Required subjects: see page 77 for more details.
Our courses cover all aspects of forensics, from crime scene investigation, exploring toxicology and molecular biology to analysing the biological contamination of food and wildlife crimes.
— Study a subject that blends scientific theory with hands-on investigation at the heart of modern forensic practice.
— Learn from experienced practitioners and guest experts across areas including DNA profiling, crime scene investigation and forensic toxicology.
— Work across a range of environments, from specialist science and IT labs to fieldwork and dedicated crime scene teaching facilities.
— Gain real-world experience through work placements, helping you build confidence and industry insight.
— Train in lecture theatres and stateof-the-art labs using equipment that reflects professional forensic settings.
Specialist facilities — Staged crime scenes — Briefing rooms — Toxicology labs — Analytical labs.
Forensics draws upon a lot of different subjects and you get a lot of variety on this course. I’ve also enjoyed the range of experience that the academics bring to their teaching.
Stephen Sulpy BSc (Hons) Forensic Investigation bournemouth.ac.uk/ug-for
Course Duration
BSc (Hons) Forensic Science*
BSc (Hons) Forensic Investigation* 3 years or 4 years (with 30-week placement)
30-week placement: You will apply for and source your placement(s) of a minimum 30 weeks which can be made up of multiple, or one longer placement. *These courses have a Foundation Year option for students who do not meet the standard entry requirements. See page 72 for more details.
Explore ways that these traditional degrees can be applied to overcoming the challenges the world faces today.
— Learn from research-active social scientists, engaging with contemporary and global issues from day one.
— Study a history course which debates modern, public and media history, while building your practical skills.
— Explore wide-ranging themes – from terrorism and human trafficking to families, gangs and government –designed to challenge and broaden your thinking.
— Gain hands-on professional experience through work placements and opportunities to study abroad.
— Apply your knowledge to real-world situations and open up career opportunities across media, education, public relations, business, government, policing, youth justice and research.
Course
BA (Hons) Criminology with Law*
BA (Hons) Criminology with Psychology
Did you know? Our students have benefitted from international work experiences, such as researching gender issues and the situation of missing people in post-conflict Kosovo and volunteering with the African Insight Academy in South Africa to explore humanwildlife conflicts and interactions.
Olivia Starr thought she had her career all mapped out for when she finished her BA (Hons) Sociology & Criminology degree – until she spent a placement at Dorset Police analysing a new pilot study to reduce re-offending. Her experience inspired a change of career plan to use the skills she developed there.
Duration
BA (Hons) Criminology 3 years or 4 years (with 30-week placement)
BA (Hons) Sociology
BA (Hons) Sociology & Criminology
BA (Hons) History 3 years (with 4-week placement) or 4 years (with 30-week placement) bournemouth.ac.uk/ug-crimsoc
Our future-focused degrees are designed to help you become a creative storyteller with a versatile multimedia skillset. Whether you’re aiming to land your dream job or kickstart an exciting freelance career, you will get the tools to stand out in today’s digital world.
— Build a career in communication and join a network of graduates working across leading organisations including ITV, BBC, Pixar, Sky, BMW and Time Out.
— Develop practical skills for roles in marketing, digital media, education, publishing, business and the charity sector.
— Gain real industry experience through placements. Some of our students have worked with high-profile organisations such as Disney.
— Develop skills in digital communication, PR, advertising, journalism and storytelling – skills valued in every workplace
— Choose Journalism degrees accredited by industry bodies including the NCTJ, BJTC and PPA, taught by professionals with experience across national and international media.
Did you know? Our journalism degrees feature dedicated news days in our cutting-edge newsrooms and TV and radio studios, where you’ll face all the pressures of working life. You’ll work a day’s shift, dealing with breaking news, writing stories or preparing broadcasts in real time to hit deadlines, exactly as you would if you were working for a real newspaper or news broadcaster.
The whole experience of studying at BU sparked my self-belief –an essential part of setting up my own communications and mentoring business and being able to help others increase their confidence – an all-round win.
Trisha Lewis BU graduate
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Course Duration
BA (Hons) Communication & Media (2-year Accelerated Degree) 2 years (with optional 4-week placement)
BA (Hons) Multimedia Journalism*
BA (Hons) Communication & Media* 3 years (with 4-week placement) or 4 years (with 30-week placement)
BA (Hons) Multimedia Sports Journalism*
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*These courses have a Foundation Year option for students who do not meet the standard entry requirements. See page 72 for more details.
Graduate ready to make your mark in the legal profession. In today’s fast-evolving legal landscape, our courses provide you with deep insights, sharpen your commercial awareness, and build the digital and transferable skills essential for a successful legal career.
— Study a degree shaped around the Solicitors Regulation Authority and Bar Standards Board, so what you learn reflects real legal practice
— Learn from industry experts how to network, apply for jobs, perform at interview, advise your clients and think about the future of the profession.
— Gain real-world experience through placements with leading law firms, public bodies and organisations. The skills gained through placements regularly lead to our graduates securing training contracts.
— Join a connected law community with weekly bespoke skills workshops led by legal professionals, national competitions, industry events and opportunities to engage with legal practitioners throughout your degree.
Did you know?
BU has led the world in developing a protocol for the protection and subsequent investigation of mass graves. Our research and expertise is helping to ensure that those who perpetrate such crimes will be brought to justice, and that survivors will know where their loved ones are and what happened to them.
The course provided me with invaluable techniques on how to succeed in your studies and how these skills can be used post-graduation and beyond.
Susie Moore
LLB (Hons) Law bournemouth.ac.uk/ug-law Course Duration
LLB (Hons) Law with Legal Practice (SQE)*
LLB (Hons) Law* 3 years or 4 years (with 30-week placement)
LLB (Hons) Law, Media & Creative Industries*
30-week placement: You
Outstanding facilities and an excellent reputation, all located in one of the UK’s richest biodiversity hotspots, close to incredible natural environments and prestigious historical sites.
— Learn from a multidisciplinary team including biologists, ecologists, geographers, environmental scientists and archaeologists.
— Carry out research and fieldwork in standout locations on your doorstep, including the New Forest National Park and the World Heritage Jurassic Coast.
— Archaeology students can get handson with the Durotriges Project ‘Big Dig’ Field School.
— Study archaeology in one of the first departments in the UK to gain joint accreditation from the Chartered Institute for Archaeologists and the University Archaeology UK group.
— Our BSc (Hons) Environmental Science course is accredited by the Institution of Environmental Sciences (IES).
Course
Specialist facilities
— Microscopy lab
— Tissue culture labs
— Large teaching lab
— Analytical lab
— Biodome
— Zooarchaeology lab
— Human bone lab
— DNA lab
— Many fieldwork sites and extensive fieldwork equipment store.
There are lots of avenues for environmental scientists and the multidisciplinary edge the course offers has given me the means to go anywhere I want with it, which is really exciting.
Tanya Bellows BSc (Hons) Environmental Science
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Duration
BSc (Hons) Archaeology 3 years or 4 years (with 30-week placement)
BSc (Hons) Biological Sciences*
BSc (Hons) Environmental Science
BSc (Hons) Ecology & Wildlife Conservation* 3 years (with two 5-week placements) or 4 years (with 30-week placement)
BSc (Hons) Geography
— Our Geography degree is accredited by the Royal Geographical Society. Placements: You will apply for and source your placement(s). The 30-week placement can be made up of multiple, or one longer placement, totaling a minimum of 30 weeks. *These courses have a Foundation Year option for students who do not meet the standard entry requirements. See page 72 for more details.
Our marketing degrees are designed for the digital-first world. Choose from BSc (Hons) Marketing or one of four BA (Hons) Marketing Communications degrees, tailored to help succeed in the dynamic marketing industry.
— BSc (Hons) Marketing is taught in our business school accredited by AACSB, a global quality standard held by fewer than 6% of business schools worldwide.
— Our marketing communications degrees build in-demand marketing, PR and advertising skills through industry-led teaching, live briefs and creative storytelling that drives real impact
— Gain hands-on experience on a placement year. Our students have worked at organisations such as L’Oréal, BBC, Vodafone, Disney, IBM and leading agencies.
— The four BA (Hons) Marketing Communication courses have professional recognition through accreditations.
You could get involved in immersive scenarios. One scenario saw Marketing Communications students take on the role of comms professionals in the aftermath of an attack on Bournemouth by Godzilla. The team was responsible for ensuring safety messages and updates were transmitted to keep the citizens of Bournemouth safe as the event unfolded.
In addition to holding senior communications roles at well-known organisations including Virgin Media O2, graduate Dev Mistry has been driving positive change in the communications industry by advocating for racial, LGBTQ+, and body shape equality and mentored on advisory boards to lead this change. bournemouth.ac.uk/ug-marketing
Course Duration
BA (Hons) Marketing Communications for Social Change*
BA (Hons) Marketing Communications with Advertising*
BSc (Hons) Marketing* 3 years or 4 years (with 30-week placement)
BA (Hons) Marketing Communications with Digital Strategy*
BA (Hons) Marketing Communications with Public Relations*
30-week placement: You will apply for and source your placement(s) of a minimum 30 weeks which can be made up of multiple, or one longer placement. *These courses have a Foundation Year option for students who do not meet the standard entry requirements. See page 72 for more details.
World-class film, TV, music and radio studios, and production facilities, great industry contacts and advanced production and business skills will get your creative career off to a flying start.
— Learn in industry-standard studios using professional equipment from ARRI, Sony, AVID and Adobe, based in our state-of-the-art Poole Gateway Building.
— Build real-world experience through placements. Some students have benefited from placement opportunities with leading organisations including the BBC, Disney, Discovery, Working Title and Endemol.
— Work on live briefs and real productions alongside your studies, collaborating across disciplines through global event coverage and student-led initiatives such as Nerve Media.
— Graduate ready for the fast-moving creative industries, with skills shaped around emerging areas such as AI, VR and new production technologies.
BA (Hons) Film & TV Production*
BA (Hons) Media Production*
BA (Hons) Film*
BA (Hons) Film Production & Cinematography**
BA (Hons) Music & Sound Production
Specialist facilities
— Film sound stage and green screen
— Two 4K TV studios
— Photography studio
— Music recording and mixing studios
— Edit, colour-grading and dubbing suites
— Surround sound mixing rooms and dubbing theatre
— High-end computer labs.
There are no limits to the career you can build with one of our degrees: Over 2,500 people
both studied here and worked at the BBC and three of our TV teams won Best Film at the 2024 Royal Television Society Student Awards. Our students have gone on to lead teams and departments at Disney+, Amazon Studios, Warner Bros, Fremantle, Aardman and more.
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30-week placement: You will apply for and source your placement(s) of a minimum 30 weeks which can be made up of multiple, or one longer placement.
* These courses have a Foundation Year option for students who do not meet the standard entry requirements. See page 72 for more details.
** This course is delivered at Wiltshire College and University Centre in Salisbury.
These courses focus on the cutting-edge science that underpins modern medicine. Learn how our bodies work, how disease is diagnosed and treated, and how new technology is evolving in this field.
Build strong foundations in anatomy, physiology, genetics, biochemistry and cell biology, preparing you for a wide range of biomedical careers
Develop career-focused, practical skills in our teaching laboratories, such as blood film making and topical ointment preparation.
Undertake an optional placement year in a hospital laboratory, at a pharmaceutical company or at a research institute, in the UK or abroad.
Collaborate with academics on a final-year research project and contribute to work that aims to improve our understanding of human biology, diagnosis, disease and treatments.
For Biomedical Science students: graduate with an IBMS-accredited degree, bringing you one step closer to HCPC registration.
BSc (Hons) Biomedical
BSc (Hons) Medical Science*
We have invested in state-of-the-art laboratory facilities, including microbiology, tissue culture and analytical labs. Our MiSeq next-generation sequencing instrument was used to sequence viral strains during the Covid-19 pandemic.
We collaborate closely with University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust, which provides placement opportunities for our students, research collaborations and specialist guest speakers for our courses. Many of our placement students work as trainee Biomedical Scientists at The Dorset Pathology Hub, contributing to the 9 million diagnostics tests performed there every year.
The community at BU is so welcoming, and I have made so many friends both on my course and in the societies I am a part of. Having lecturers from a wide range of scientific backgrounds has provided amazing industry connections and has helped me discover my passion for a career in embryology.
Brooke Roberts BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science
With placements in NHS Trusts, and other healthcare providers across the south, you’ll gain experience in a variety of environments while studying with us.
Develop clinical skills and train in our simulation facilities, including hospital wards and a maternity suite, so you can practise safely before placement.
Study on courses approved by the Nursing & Midwifery Council (NMC), meeting nationally recognised professional standards
Learn from experienced registered nurses and midwives who bring real-world practice into teaching
Develop the knowledge, confidence and critical thinking needed for compassionate, safe and effective care
Receive dedicated placement support throughout your studies and graduate ready to work and lead across a wide range of healthcare settings.
Did you know?
At BU, we develop and evaluate cutting-edge learning tools to enhance healthcare education. One example is our study on the immersive ‘Walk Through Dementia’ virtual reality app, which helps students better understand symptoms like memory loss and confusion, fostering more compassionate and effective care.
As a single parent with two near teenage children, I wasn’t sure whether going back to university at this time in my life was a brave or crazy decision. I am pleased to say it was a brave decision and proved to be one of the best I have ever made.
Kylie
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BSc (Hons) Adult Nursing* (A)(AS)
BSc (Hons) Mental Health Nursing* (A)(AS)
BSc (Hons) Children’s & Young People’s Nursing
BSc (Hons) Midwifery* (R)
3 years (with integrated placements)
* These courses have a Foundation Year option for students who do not meet the standard entry requirements. See page 72 for more details.
A: Apprenticeship route available: see page 75 for more details
AS: These courses have an Advanced Standing option available. See website for more details.
R: Required subjects: see page 77 for more details
Cutting-edge resources and expert lecturers, combined with the chance to undertake exciting work placements gives you plenty of reasons to consider these courses.
Study a psychology degree accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS), ensuring professional relevance and high academic standards
Build practical skills using state-ofthe-art facilities, including dedicated psychological testing suites.
Learn in a research-active department where cutting-edge research shapes teaching and professional practice, with real-world impact at local, national and international levels.
Graduate prepared for a wide range of careers, with courses continually reviewed to reflect changing society and industry needs.
Specialist facilities
— Psychology testing suite
— Electroencephalogram (EEG)
— Mobile and static eye-tracking labs
— Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) and transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS)
— Motion tracking lab
— Access to crime scene training facilities
— Eating and behaviour lab.
All our courses feature a placement opportunity, which can really help you to make informed decisions about your career path – like it did for Cliona, whose placement with Cornwall NHS Foundation Trust helped her discover that she wanted to become a clinical psychologist.
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BSc (Hons) Psychology*
BSc (Hons) Psychology in Education*
BSc (Hons) Psychology with Counselling*
BSc (Hons) Psychology with Forensic Investigation*
30-week placement: You will apply for and source your placement(s) of a
30
(with 30-week placement)
which can
up of
or one longer placement. *These courses have a Foundation Year option for students who do not meet the
With high-quality facilities and leading academics, our sport courses are designed to accelerate your career and give you a competitive edge.
Study at a university recognised as a Premier Skills Development Partner, placing BU among a small number of UK institutions with this status.
Learn on sport courses shaped by strong industry links and professional accreditations, with some courses recognised by bodies such as the Society of Sports Therapists, Chartered Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (CASES), Association of Sports Performance Analysis (ASPA), the Club Managers Association of Europe, CMI and AACSB.
Train using specialist human performance and nutrition labs, with access to Chapel Gate, our 65-acre multi-sport facility hosting TeamBU fixtures and the BU Physiotherapy & Sports Injury Clinic.
Build real-world experience through placement opportunities. Past placement opportunities have included West Ham United FC, AFC Bournemouth, Saracens RFC, Fitness First and more.
Did you know?
Bournemouth University is the official higher education partner of AFC Bournemouth and principal partner of the girls’ and women’s teams. Now in its 14th year, the partnership exists for the benefit of students, staff, supporters and the local community, with a range of activities taking place each year. Students can benefit from guest speakers, volunteering and work experience opportunities at the Premier League club.
Many of our students have the chance to contribute to published research – like BSc (Hons) Sport
Coaching student Joe Evans. He spent his placement at West Ham United, researching the impact of heading in first-team training sessions. His research was subsequently published in the British Journal for Sports Medicine. bournemouth.ac.uk/ug-sport Course
BSc (Hons)
Placements: You will apply for and source your placement(s). The 30-week placement can be made up of multiple, or one longer placement, totalling a minimum of 30 weeks.
* These courses have a Foundation Year option for students who do not meet the standard entry requirements. See page 72 for more details. **Sports Therapy required the completion of 200 hours supervised placement in the final year. The three-year duration of Sport & Exercise Science requires the completion of a four-week placement
R: Required subjects: see page 77 for more details
than one of the UK’s leading tourist destinations, home to a thriving tourism and hospitality industry with events held throughout the year?
Join a subject area with a strong global reputation, ranked among the world’s best for hospitality, leisure and tourism management.
Our courses are built on industry engagement and offer opportunities to study a semester abroad.
Study in a department rated jointfirst in the UK for tourism research (according to the most recent REF) and grounded in internationally recognised research excellence.
Gain hands-on experience through live events, external clients and extensive placement opportunities that build real-world skills.
Benefit from courses and units accredited by professional bodies, preparing you to lead positive change in the industry. Some courses are accredited by CIM, CMI, the Institute for Hospitality, the Institute for Travel and Tourism, the Tourism Management Institute, United Nations World Tourism Organisation, APM and IDM.
Did you know? Our research into the tourism and hospitality sector is respected around the world. Our work has helped governments to form their policies around increasing tourism, while we work with companies and restaurants – from multinationals to independents – to help the industry we love to thrive.
Having set his sights on joining a values-led organisation, BA (Hons) Events Management graduate Micah Douglas was proud to work for a brand on a mission to tackle modern slavery as he went on to become a Marketing Assistant at Tony’s Chocolonely – a Dutch confectionery brand committed to making the chocolate industry 100% slave free.
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Course Duration
BA (Hons) Events Management*
BA (Hons) International Tourism & Hospitality Management*
BA (Hons) Tourism Management*
30-week placement:
4 years (with 30-week placement)
Professional work placements are a great way to enhance your CV, build valuable skills, expand your professional network and strengthen your career prospects. Every undergraduate student has the opportunity to undertake a placement and some courses include mandatory placements. Placement duration varies depending on your course, from short options to full year placements (a minimum of 30 weeks) usually completed after your second year. You can find specific details on each course page of our website. Competition for placements can be high, so you’ll need to demonstrate initiative and commitment when researching and applying. Throughout the process, our CareersBU team will be on hand to offer guidance and support.
Foundation Years are an alternative route to prepare you for studying a full degree, involving an initial year of study that will enable you to progress on to the first year of one of our eligible undergraduate degrees. A Foundation Year is not the same as a Foundation degree. A Foundation Year gives you access onto a degree course, whereas a Foundation degree is a standalone qualification equivalent to the first two years of a degree. To see which courses offer a Foundation Year, refer to the course listings on pages 50–69.
Who is a Foundation Year for?
A Foundation Year could be right for you if:
— You don’t have the right qualifications for a full degree in your chosen subject
— You have the qualifications but don’t feel ready for degree-level study yet
— You are returning to study and feel you need some help to get up to speed with the demands of learning before starting an undergraduate degree.
Making sure you are ready
Our Foundation Years are not an extra year studying your chosen degree subject; rather a study option for you to gain a strong foundation of knowledge in certain disciplines. We are already running Foundation Years that will give you a grounding in science, business & management, creative industries, design, media & communication, engineering and technology.
Successful completion of your Foundation Year will give you a guaranteed place on the degree for which you originally applied. However, each of our Foundation Years prepare you for the full degree course. bournemouth.ac.uk/foundation-years
There isn’t a one-size-fits-all solution for education. Everyone is different, so we offer a range of different solutions. In particular, we offer Foundation and Top-up degrees as alternative qualifications, both at BU and through our partners.
What is a Foundation degree?
A traditional Honours degree consists 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 learning
Both 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 subjectspecific facilities, such as our clinical skills rooms and our food management studios.
We work closely with a number of local partners to give you the opportunity to 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.
Top-up degrees offered at BU
— Accounting & Finance: BA (Hons) International Finance
— Business & Management: BA (Hons) Business & Management
— Design & Engineering: BEng/MEng (Hons) Engineering (part-time)
— Tourism & Hospitality: BA (Hons) International Hospitality & Tourism Management
You can study BU Foundation degrees in the following subjects through our partner Bournemouth & Poole College
— FdEng Engineering: Marine Technologies
— HNC Engineering: Marine Technologies
— FdEng Engineering: Mechanical Design
— HNC Engineering: Mechanical Design
— FdEng Engineering: Manufacturing Management
— HNC Engineering: Manufacturing Management
— FdEng Engineering: Electronic Design
— HNC Engineering: Electronic Design bournemouth.ac.uk/topup-degrees
You’ve heard the stories, read the prospectus – all that stands between you and BU is an application.
Entry requirements
Each course has its own entry requirements, so please check the course pages of our website for information. At undergraduate level we accept applications through UCAS and use the UCAS tariff to show our entry requirements. The table below gives a guide to the most common combinations to meet our tariff requirements. Visit ucas.com for a calculator and to set up your personalised UCAS Hub
Your offer
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. Some courses might contain further selection measures – looking at a portfolio of your work, or require you to attend an interview.
As well as the qualifications needed for your course, you’ll need a minimum of Level 2 (UK Regulated Qualifications Framework) in English and Maths – typically GCSE grades C/4 and above. There are no Level 2 requirements for entry onto Foundation Years.
When we receive your application, you’ll receive a login for MyHub – where you can track your application – and our Accommodation Portal too. Contact our Future Students Enquiry Team if you have any questions.
If your results don’t match the offer we have made you, you may still get your place, as we’ll look at your application again and consider your potential to succeed on the course. See our website for more details.
For our postgraduate courses you will apply through our application portal which you can access via the course pages of our website.
bournemouth.ac.uk/courses
Access to HE Diploma
Apprenticeships allow you to earn qualifications while you work. They are a fantastic cost-effective way to develop your occupational knowledge, skills and behaviours – and best of all, you can do all that while earning a wage.
An apprenticeship is a job with training, so all apprentices earn a salary which is at least the national minimum apprenticeship wage, although most employers pay more. The apprenticeship costs are paid by your employer through the Apprenticeship Levy without the need for any student loans.
You will learn on the job, through academic study and by practising new skills in the workplace. Degree apprenticeships usually take between three and five years to complete.
If you are currently working and are hoping to undertake an apprenticeship through your employer, you need to make sure that your employer is willing to support you in a relevant job role and all aspects of your apprenticeship.
Or you can search online through various apprenticeship job websites for new opportunities, for example UCAS, Apprenticeships UK or the NHS. For all of our apprenticeships you’ll also need to meet the BU entry requirements –you can find out more on our website.
For nursing apprenticeships you will apply directly to the NHS Trust to be employed via the Registered Nurse Degree Apprenticeship (RNDA).
For our Health and Social Work apprenticeships you will typically have an interview with the employer and BU staff.
We currently offer degree-level apprenticeships at three different levels.
— Level 5 - equivalent to a Foundation degree
— Level 6 - equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree
— Level 7 - equivalent to a Master’s degree
We offer apprenticeships in the following areas:
Health and social care apprenticeships
— Advanced Clinical Practice Apprenticeship
— Biomedical Science Degree Apprenticeship
— Enhanced Clinical Practitioner Apprenticeship
— Nursing Associate Apprenticeship*
— Operating Department Practitioner Degree Apprenticeship
— Registered Nursing Degree Apprenticeships (Adult and Mental Health nursing)
— Social Work Degree Apprenticeship
Engineering apprenticeships
— Manufacturing Engineer Degree Apprenticeship*
— Product Design and Development Engineer Degree Apprenticeship*
Accounting apprenticeships
— Accounting Finance Manager Apprenticeship
— Digital Marketer Apprenticeship
— Senior Leader Apprenticeship
— Solicitor Apprenticeship
*In partnership with Bournemouth & Poole College
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A number of our courses have required subjects. At undergraduate level, some will also required you to have achieved a specific number of tariff points from these subjects. Please check the course pages of our website for information. bournemouth.ac.uk/courses
Some postgraduate courses also have a subject requirement, please refer to the course pages of our website for details.
Course
BEng/MEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering
Mathematics (or Physics) and a Science or Technology subject. General Studies is excluded
BEng/MEng (Hons) Mechatronics & Robotics
BSc (Hons) Midwifery
BSc (Hons) Paramedic Science
BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy
BSc (Hons) Sports Therapy
Mathematics (or Physics) and a Science or Technology subject. General Studies is excluded
Applied Human Biology, Applied Science, Biology, Chemistry, Health & Social Care, Human Biology, Physics, Psychology, Sociology
Applied Human Biology, Applied Science, Biology, Health & Social Care, Human Biology, Life Science, Physical Education, Sport & Exercise Science
Biology, Human Biology, Physical Education, Applied Human Biology, Health & Social Care
Biology, Human Biology, Applied Human Biology, Applied Science, Health Science, Health & Social Care, Physical Education, Sport, Sport & Exercise Science, Science
Designed to enhance your employability and give you a genuine competitive edge, our postgraduate courses help you take your next steps with confidence.
Advance your studies, deepen your research, upskill to boost your career, or even change direction entirely - find an option to suit you: our conversion degrees open doors to entirely new fields, while our progression degrees and continuing professional development (CPD) courses build on your existing knowledge.
Join our postgraduate community, and you’ll have opportunities to contribute to world-changing research and enhance your career prospects all from the naturally stunning coastal location of Bournemouth.
BU was ranked in the top 3 of the What Uni? Student Choice Awards 2025 for Postgraduate study in the South West of the UK.
The course has given me much more confidence and field-related skills to progress into my dream career. The experience gained from the placement opportunity has assisted in my job prospects and allowed for hands-on experience in the field.
Mollie MSc Biodiversity Conservation graduate bournemouth.ac.uk/study/postgraduate
Industry-connected learning, global expertise and real-world insight that build your skills, confidence and opportunities to thrive in international business.
Course
MSc Finance
MSc International Accounting and Finance
MSc International Finance and Economics
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A Bachelor’s Honours degree 2:2 or equivalent (R) September and January Full-time and part-time
A Bachelor’s Honours degree 2:2 or equivalent
Our AACSB-accredited Business School, expert practitioners and industry insights give you the skills, support and opportunities to grow your career with confidence.
Course
Master of Business Administration
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A Bachelor’s Honours degree with 2:2 in any subject and at least two years of relevant work experience, however applicants with less experience may be invited to interview September Full-time
MSc International Management
MSc Management with Business Analytics
MSc Management with Human Resources
MSc Organisational Project Management
A Bachelor’s Honours degree 2:2 or equivalent September and January Full-time
With a global reputation, backed by successful graduates, The National Centre for Computer Animation (NCCA) gives you access to masterclasses, guest experts and industry-leading connections.
Course
MA 3D Computer Animation
MA Digital Effects
MSc Artificial Intelligence for Media
A Bachelor’s Honours degree 2:2 or equivalent*
A Bachelor’s Honours degree with 2:2 in any subject or relevant professional experience
MSc Computer Animation & Visual Effects A Bachelor’s Honours
2:2 or equivalent (R)
*A portfolio is required in support of application
Covering everything from mobile app development to cyber security, you’ll access specialist labs, expert hands-on technical support and research-active academics.
Course
MSc Cyber Security
MSc Computer Science A
MSc Financial Technology (FinTech)
MSc Data Science & Artificial Intelligence
MSc Digital Health
MSc Human Centred Artificial Intelligence
MSc Human Centred Artificial Intelligence for Games Development
MSc Information Technology
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September
Full-time
A Bachelor’s Honours degree 2:2 or equivalent
September and January
Full-time only
September and January
Full-time and part-time
Develop leadership and project management skills, benefit from real experience placement options, and learn from researchers creating impactful design and engineering innovations.
Course
MSc Engineering Project Management
MSc Mechanical Engineering
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A Bachelor’s Honours degree 2:2 or equivalent (R)
A Bachelor’s Honours degree 2:2 or equivalent (R). Please see the course page of the website for details on Chartered Engineer status.
September and January Full-time and part-time
Our international reputation in disaster management gives you real-world scenarios that build unmatched insight into preparing for and managing crises.
Course
MSc Disaster Management
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A Bachelor’s Honours degree 2:2 or equivalent September Full-time and part-time
In a fast-moving communications world, our industry-focused teaching, global research insight and professional facilities help you meet evolving industry and audience demands.
Course
MA Creative Writing and Publishing*
MA Media & Communication
*A portfolio is required in support of application
Advance your healthcare career with teaching shaped by real clinical practice, hands-on experience and strong partnerships that work to shape future health and social care services.
MSc Adult Nursing
MSc Mental Health Nursing
MSc Public Health
MSc Advanced Clinical Practice
MSc Medical Imaging with Management
MSc Nutrition & Behaviour
MSc/PG Diploma Physician Associate Studies
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A Bachelor’s Honours degree 2:2 or equivalent
September and January Full-time and part-time Online or in-person study options.
September and January Full-time
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A Bachelor’s Honours degree 2:2 or equivalent. A portfolio of relevant previous experience and learning is required. Full-time
A Bachelor’s Honours degree 2:2 or equivalent Full-time and part-time
A Bachelor’s Honours degree with 2:2 or equivalent. A minimum of three years post-registration experience is required - see website for details.
A Bachelor’s Honours degree 2:2 or equivalent (R)
A Bachelor’s Honours degree 2:1 or equivalent (R)
and part-time
As a leading institution for IP with expertise across commercial and global legal fields, you’ll also benefit from strong links to local criminal justice organisations and charities.
Course
LLM Intellectual Property
PGCert Intellectual Property
LLM International Commercial Law
LLM International Tax Law
LLM Law, Conflict & Human Rights
LLM Law
LLM Legal Practice
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A Bachelor’s Honours degree 2:2 or equivalent or appropriate training/experience Blended study or online study
A Bachelor’s Honours degree 2:2 or equivalent
September and January Full-time and part-time
MA Criminology & Criminal Justice September Full-time
With our reputation for excellence in this field, study through hands-on laboratory and fieldwork opportunities, advanced facilities and strong global conservation links. bournemouth.ac.uk/pg-les
Course Entry requirements Start date & study mode
MSc Green Economy
MSc Biodiversity Conservation
MSc Bioarchaeology
A Bachelor’s Honours degree 2:2 or equivalent (R) September and January Full-time and part-time
A Bachelor’s Honours degree 2:1 or equivalent (R) September Full-time and part-time
Stay ahead in marketing and digital media with industry links, expert academics, real projects and career-boosting opportunities.
Course
MSc Marketing & User Experience
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MA Marketing Communications A Bachelor’s Honours degree 2:2 or equivalent
MSc Marketing Management
MSc Marketing Management (Digital)
September and January Full-time and part-time
September and January Full-time
Study at the UK’s largest media education centre with IMIS-accredited courses and studio-style collaboration. Many of our graduates work on major award-winning productions.
Course
MA Directing Film & Television
MA Post Production Editing
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MA Cinematography for Film & Television A Bachelor’s Honours degree 2:2
MA Producing Film & Television
MA Production Management
MA Scriptwriting
MA Sound Design for Screen
A commitment to the delivery of high-quality teaching by leading researchers and practicing professionals means studying psychology at BU helps you to make the most of your career opportunities.
Course
MSc Psychology
MSc Clinical & Developmental Neuropsychology
MSc Research Methods
MSc Foundations of Clinical Psychology
MSc Investigative Forensic Psychology
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Entry requirements Start date & study mode
A Bachelor’s Honours degree 2:2 or equivalent
A Bachelor’s Honour’s degree 2:2 or equivalent (R)
A Bachelor’s Honours degree 2:2 or equivalent
We work closely with frontline partners to shape social work best practice, giving you relevant, career-ready training and opportunities to engage with diverse communities.
September and January Full-time and part-time
September Full-time and part-time
September and January
Full-time and part-time
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Course Entry requirements Start date & study mode
MA Social Work
MA/PG Dip Social Work (Children & Families)
MA/PG Dip Advanced Mental Health Practice
MA Leading & Developing Services
MA Professional Practice
A Bachelor’s Honours degree with 2:1* Full-time
For entry requirements see our website For durations see our website
*Applicants with 2:2 may be considered if they have strong relevant work experience. R: relevant subject required. See the course page of the website for details.
Our career-focused degrees combine strong industry partnerships, real case studies and placement opportunities. Delivered by research-active academics, you’ll gain the skills and professional networks to progress with confidence.
Course
MSc Safe Sport
MSc Sport Innovation Management & Entrepreneurship
MSc Sport Business Leadership
MSc Sport & Exercise Science
MSc Sports Performance Analysis
MSc Strength & Conditioning
MSc Sport Management
Home to top tourism journals, leading academics and with an excellent global reputation in the sector, our graduates are always sought after by employers.
Course
and part-time
A Bachelor’s Honours degree 2:2 or equivalent September and January
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Full-time and part-time
requirements Start date & study mode
MSc International Hospitality & Tourism Management A Bachelor’s Honours degree 2:2 or equivalent September and January Full-time and part-time
As a research student, you’ll be based within the relevant faculty and supported by our Doctoral College. The College provides expert support and collaborative opportunities that help you thrive as a researcher and contribute to research that makes a real difference in people’s lives.
A Master’s wasn’t originally in my plan but I feel certain that it was the best decision I could have made. I chose to do a research degree because the project was something I could choose for myself and put all my focus and energy on.
Katy MRes Psychology student
Choose your postgraduate research path We offer research-based postgraduate qualifications such as Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Master by Research (MRes) and Master of Philosophy (MPhil). These courses will see you undertaking your own research under the supervision of experts in the field. Due to the specific nature of research qualifications, we welcome discussions about your research ideas. Find contact details at www.bournemouth.ac.uk/ doctoral-college
Entry requirements
MRes and MPhil: A first or upper second class (2:1) honours UK Bachelor’s degree or overseas equivalent in a discipline which is appropriate to the proposed research.
PhD: A first or upper second class (2:1) honours UK Bachelor’s degree or UK Master’s degree or overseas equivalents, in a discipline which is appropriate to the proposed research.
English language requirements apply if English is not your first language.
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When you come to study with us, we want you to be able to fulfil your potential. We want all our students to develop into self-motivated, independent, lifelong learners and we offer a range of support to help you achieve this.
Our supportive learning environment is particularly evident in the services we provide through our Additional Learning Support (ALS) team. This support is available to all our students, whether full or part-time, undergraduate or postgraduate, on or off campus.
We can support you with:
— Specific learning differences
— Neurodivergent conditions
— Physical conditions
— Medical conditions
— Mental health issues
— Temporary injuries.
If you have a condition which is likely to affect your personal learning over time, speak to us. If you think you have a learning difficulty that has not been identified yet, get in touch with us and we can guide you through the process to find out.
It is important that you contact the Additional Learning Support (ALS) team as soon as possible if you think you will need additional support, because reasonable adjustments and one-to-one support are tailored to meet individual needs. The kind of support you are entitled to will vary considerably depending on many factors.
Among the support we can offer is:
— Information, advice and guidance for disability-related concerns
— Advising the faculties on reasonable adjustments that should be arranged so that disabled students are not disadvantaged — Exam access arrangements
— Supporting with arranging screenings and Educational Psychology Assessments for dyslexia, dyspraxia and ADHD
— Enabling students to learn specific skills and strategies that will enhance academic study
— Helping students develop employability skills needed during placements and beyond graduation
— Assisting with applications for Disabled Students’ Allowances (DSA)
— Providing support to enable independent learning through one-to-ones sessions (DSA).
BU prides itself on helping everyone reach their full potential no matter what, and even if you need a little more support, there’s nothing to be ashamed of. In fact a lot of people make use of the Additional Learning Support at BU. If you have impairments, specific learning differences or temporary injuries (and more) and you think it could affect your personal learning, talk to the ALS team right away.
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When you’ve got the right financial support in place, you can concentrate on the stuff that really matters –settling in, excelling at your studies, and enjoying your time at BU.
We offer a range of financial support that you don’t need to repay. We offer bursaries depending on your household income, or if you are joining university after leaving care or are estranged from your parents. If you have sporting or musical achievements, we also have scholarships that you might be eligible for, as well as dedicated scholarships for international students. To learn more, visit www.bournemouth.ac.uk/funding
NHS funding
Non-repayable funding of at least £5,000* per year is available for home students on eligible nursing, midwifery and some allied health courses. Search ‘nhs bursary’ for full details.
Social work bursaries may be available for those eligible on undergraduate or postgraduate social work courses. Search ‘social work bursary’ for details.
What about living expenses?
If you are a UK undergraduate student, you can borrow money towards your living expenses during your time at BU through a Maintenance Loan. How much you can borrow will depend on your household income, and you can even borrow a smaller amount if you live at home while studying.
A postgraduate loan is also available for eligible UK students. To check full eligibility please visit gov.uk/funding-for-postgraduate-study
How do you repay your loans?
For undergraduate students: your Tuition Fee Loan is combined with your Maintenance Loan, and your repayments are collected automatically through the tax system. However, you don’t need to start making any repayments until you are earning over £25,000 a year. Once you start earning that much, you’ll pay back 9% of any more money you earn. You’ll find more information at gov.uk/student-finance.
For postgraduate students: your postgraduate loan repayments will start when you earn over £21,000 and you will pay back 6% of any more money you earn. Repayments are made concurrently with any other student loan repayments.
If you’re an international student
We offer a range of scholarships for international students, from recognising academic achievement to sport and music talents. Our scholarships are reviewed every year. Please visit our website for the latest information.
Your fees
We publish our fees on each course page of our website, along with a list of what’s included. Our fees will vary depending on your status (home or international) and your level of study – Honours, Foundation, undergraduate or postgraduate. For details of loans and eligibility criteria, please visit our website.
We know every penny counts when you’re studying, so it’s a win that Bournemouth ranked in the top 10 most affordable places to study in the NatWest Student Living Index 2025.
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International students are an essential part of the BU community, so we accept a wide range of overseas qualifications. We have a dedicated team to make applying smoother, and to help you through the process.
Academic requirement for entry
For Honours (Bachelor’s) degrees, qualifications we accept are:
— BU International College preparatory programmes (see overleaf)
— International or European Baccalaureate (IB/EB)
— French Baccalaureate
— Cambridge Pre-U Diploma
— High School leaving examinations considered to be of an equivalent level to UK A-level examinations, including:
— Hong Kong HKDSE Diploma
— Irish Leaving Certificate
— USA High School Diploma (plus SAT, AP or ACT)
— All India Senior School Certificate Examination (Standard XII)
— Bachillerato (Spanish Baccalaureate)
— Apolytirion (Cyprus and Greece)
— Diploma di Esame di Stato (Italy)
— Chinese Senior High School Graduation Certificate (+APT) or Gaokao.
If you are studying for a qualification that is not listed, you can contact us for more information about whether we accept it.
For entry to a postgraduate Master’s course, you’ll need a relevant international qualification equivalent to a UK Bachelor’s degree. Check specific entry requirements on our country website pages: bournemouth.ac.uk/country
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 onto 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. Get in touch with our International Admissions Team to confirm the number of credits you will need for the course you are interested in.
English language entry requirements
Normally a minimum of:
— IELTS (Academic) 6.0 overall, with a minimum score of 5.5 in each component
— IB Diploma English mark of at least 5 (good)
— BU International College Pre-Sessional English programme, or a pre-sessional course recognised by BU
— Other English language qualifications accepted, refer to bournemouth.ac.uk/ alternative-english-language-qualifications
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.
BU International College preparatory programmes
Students who need an extra year of academic enhancement or require English language development may choose to enrol at BU International College.
— Partnership with Kaplan to guarantee progression to a Bachelor’s degree at BU on successful completion of the preparatory or pathway course
— International Foundation Certificate courses offered in: Business, Law or Finance, Computing, Media & Communications, Science, Events, Tourism & Hospitality Management
— International Year One to gain fast-track entry to the second year of a Bachelor’s degree in business-related, media-related and tourismrelated subjects at BU
— Preparatory English courses with multiple start dates available throughout the year
— Guaranteed accommodation for all students who apply within the deadline
— Purpose-built International College building
— Access to BU facilities
— Multiple start dates to suit you
— Dedicated academic and pastoral support. bournemouth.ac.uk/international
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.
bournemouth.ac.uk/internationalenquiries
We have made every effort to ensure the accuracy of the information in this prospectus at the time of printing, but details may have changed since it was printed. This prospectus is for general guidance only and does not form part of any contract.
Current information is available on our website: bournemouth.ac.uk/ courses. The course pages also include details of our most up to date entry requirements, detailed course information and what’s included in tuition fees.
Our course pages (bournemouth.ac.uk/courses) will indicate any courses under review and highlight any significant changes arising from that process. We do not guarantee that a course or an optional unit will run or be available to all students and occasionally changes may be necessary due to factors such as staff availability, student numbers or other resources. We aim to minimise any impact on offer holders and student experience. We will contact you if we make material changes that affect the course information in this prospectus or on our website.
By accepting an offer from BU, you agree to the student agreement, which becomes the contract between you and BU once you accept your place. Students on courses delivered by partner institutions should follow the partner institution’s own student agreement. For apprenticeship programmes funded by the Education and Skills Funding Agency, the BU student agreement operates alongside the apprentice’s Commitment Statement or Training Plan agreed with their employer and BU before starting the programme.
Registered students automatically become members of the Students’ Union but they have a right to opt out.
For information on the student agreement and the Students’ Union code of practice, please visit: bournemouth.ac.uk/important-information.
Tuition and other fees
Details of course and other fees are available on our website and will be confirmed at the time of offer. Information about how to pay, what happens if you do not pay them, refunds and other important information is set out in our fees policy, please visit: Bournemouth.ac.uk/importantinformation, 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.
The University collects and retains personal information in various formats for a variety of purposes under the requirements of the data protection legislation. Further information is available in the University’s privacy notices: bournemouth.ac.uk/privacy-notice
We offer an accommodation guarantee for all of our undergraduate students, as long as you meet the relevant deadlines. You’ll be able to choose and book the room of your choice once you meet the conditions of your offer.
You’re bound to have lots of questions and our Open Days can help you get the answers you are looking for. Whether it’s a visit to our campuses, a virtual tour online, or joining us at an international event, we’re looking forward to meeting you.
Undergraduate dates
— Saturday 12 September 2026
— Saturday 3 October 2026
— Saturday 14 November 2026
— Wednesday 9 December 2026 (virtual)
— Saturday 9 January 2027
— Wednesday 7 April 2027
— Friday 11 June 2027
— Saturday 12 June 2027
Postgraduate dates
— Tuesday 13 October 2026 (virtual)
— Tuesday 17 November 2026
— Tuesday 11 May 2027 (virtual)
Book to visit us bournemouth.ac.uk/open-days
54 Accounting, Finance & Economics
BA (Hons) Accounting
BA (Hons) Accounting & Finance
BA (Hons) Finance
BSc (Hons) Economics
55 Allied Health Professions & Social Work
BA (Hons) Social Work
BSc (Hons) Occupational Therapy
BSc (Hons) Operating Department Practice
BSc (Hons) Paramedic Science
BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy
56 Business & Management
BA (Hons) Business and Management (with pathway options: Economics | Entrepreneurship | Finance | Global Operations | HRM | Marketing | Project Management)
BA (Hons) International Business and Management
57 Computer Animation, Games & Visual Effects
BA (Hons) Computer Animation & Visual Effects
BSc (Hons) E-Sports Digital Technologies
BSc (Hons) Games Design
58 Computing & Informatics
BSc (Hons) Business Computing with Analytics
BSc (Hons) Computing
BSc (Hons) Computer Science
BSc (Hons) Cyber Security Management
BSc (Hons) Cyber Security with Digital Forensics
BSc (Hons) Data Science & Artificial Intelligence
BSc (Hons) Networks & Cyber Security
BSc (Hons) Software Engineering
MSci Computer Science - integrated Master’s degrees (with pathway options: Applied Artificial Intelligence | Cyber Security | Data Science | Information Assurance | Networks | Software Engineering)
59 Design & Engineering
BA (Hons) Product Design
BEng (Hons)/MEng (Hons) Engineering
BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering
BEng (Hons) Mechatronics & Robotics
BSc (Hons) Design Engineering
BSc (Hons) Product Design
MEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering
MEng (Hons) Mechatronics & Robotics
60 Forensic Sciences
BSc (Hons) Forensic Investigation
BSc (Hons) Forensic Science
61 History, Criminology & Sociology
BA (Hons) Criminology (with pathway options; Law | Psychology)
BA (Hons) History
BA (Hons) Sociology
BA (Hons) Sociology & Criminology
62 Journalism & Communication
BA (Hons) Communication & Media
BA (Hons) Multimedia Journalism
BA (Hons) Multimedia Sports Journalism
63 Law
LLB (Hons) Law
LLB (Hons) Law, Media & Creative Industries
LLB (Hons) Law with Legal Practice (SQE)
64 Life, Environmental & Archaeological Sciences
BSc (Hons) Archaeology
BSc (Hons) Biological Sciences
BSc (Hons) Ecology & Wildlife Conservation
BSc (Hons) Environmental Science
BSc (Hons) Geography
65 Marketing
BA (Hons) Marketing Communications (with pathway options: Advertising | Digital Strategy | Public Relations | Social Change)
BSc (Hons) Marketing
66 Media, Film, TV & Music Production
BA (Hons) Film
BA (Hons) Film & TV Production
BA (Hons) Film Production & Cinematography
BA (Hons) Media Production
BA (Hons) Music & Sound Production
67 Medical Sciences
BSc (Hons) Biomedical Sciences
BSc (Hons) Medical Science
68 Nursing & Midwifery
BSc (Hons) Adult Nursing
BSc (Hons) Children’s & Young People’s Nursing
BSc (Hons) Mental Health Nursing
BSc (Hons) Midwifery
69 Psychology
BSc (Hons) Psychology (with pathway options: Education | Counselling | Forensic Investigation)
70 Sport
BSc (Hons) Sport & Exercise Science
BSc (Hons) Sport Coaching
BSc (Hons) Sport Management
BSc (Hons) Sports Therapy Courses correct at the time of printing, please visit bournemouth.ac.uk/courses for the most up to date information.
71 Tourism, Hospitality & Events
BA (Hons) Events Management
BA (Hons) International Tourism & Hospitality Management
BA (Hons) Tourism Management
79 Accounting, Finance & Economics
MSc Finance
MSc International Accounting & Finance
MSc International Finance & Economics
79 Business & Management
Master of Business Administration
MSc International Management
MSc Management with Business Analytics
MSc Organisational Project Management
80 Computer Animation, Games & Visual Effects
MA 3D Computer Animation
MA Digital Effects
MSc Artificial Intelligence for Media
MSc Computer Animation & Visual Effects
80 Computing & Informatics
MSci Computer Science
MSc Cyber Security
MSc Data Science & Artificial Intelligence
MSc Digital Health
MSc Financial Technology (FinTech)
MSc Human Centred Artificial Intelligence
MSc Human Centred Artificial Intelligence for Games Development
MSc Information Technology
81 Design & Engineering
MSc Engineering Project Management
MSc Mechanical Engineering
81 Disaster Management
MSc Disaster Management
82 English & Communication
MA Creative Writing & Publishing
MA Media and Communication
82 Health
MSc Adult Nursing
MSc Advanced Clinical Practice
MSc Medical Imaging with Management
MSc Mental Health Nursing
MSc Nutrition and Behaviour
MSc Public Health
MSc/PG Diploma Physician Associate Studies
83 Law & Criminology
LLM Intellectual Property
LLM International Commercial Law
LLM International Tax Law
LLM Law
LLM Law, Conflict & Human Rights
LLM Legal Practice
MA Criminology & Criminal Justice
PGCert Intellectual Property
83 Life & Environmental Sciences
MSc Bioarchaeology
MSc Biodiversity Conservation
MSc Green Economy
84 Marketing
MA Marketing Communications
MSc Marketing & User Experience
MSc Marketing Management
MSc Marketing Management (Digital)
84 Media Production
MA Cinematography for Film & Television
MA Directing Film & Television
MA Post Production Editing
MA Producing Film & Television
MA Production Management
MA Scriptwriting
MA Sound Design for Screen
85 Psychology
MSc Clinical and Developmental Neuropsychology
MSc Foundations of Clinical Psychology
MSc Investigative Forensic Psychology
MSc Research Methods
MSc Psychology
85 Social Work
MA/PG Dip Advanced Mental Health Practice
MA/PG Dip Social Work (Children & Families)
MA Leading & Developing Services
MA Professional Practice
MA Social Work
86 Sport
MSc Safe Sport
MSc Sport Business Leadership
MSc Sport & Exercise Science
MSc Sport Innovation Management & Entrepreneurship
MSc Sport Management
MSc Sports Performance Analysis
MSc Strength and Conditioning
86 Tourism & Hospitality
MSc International Hospitality & Tourism Management
