Arts University Bournemouth
URN: 133793 • Poole BH12 5HH
Overview
- Name
- Arts University Bournemouth
- URN
- 133793
- Type
- Higher education institutions
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 70.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Stuart Bartholomew (since 2025) , Principal and Vice-Chancellor
- Telephone
- 01202533011
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Wallisdown Road, Poole BH12 5HH
Summary
Arts University Bournemouth (AUB) is a higher education institution located in Poole, Dorset, specialising in art, design, media, and performance. Recognised for its strong academic performance, AUB has recently been ranked as one of the top art and design universities outside London, reflecting its commitment to nurturing creativity and fostering innovation among students.
The university offers a diverse range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes that encourage practical engagement and collaboration with industry. Students benefit from a supportive learning environment, with access to state-of-the-art facilities and resources designed to enhance their creative skills. AUB also hosts various events and exhibitions, allowing students to showcase their work and connect with the wider community.
AUB is dedicated to engaging with local and regional communities, promoting cultural initiatives, and providing opportunities for students to contribute positively to society. The university's ethos centres on creativity, collaboration, and making a meaningful impact, preparing graduates for successful careers in the creative industries. For more information, visit their website at [aub.ac.uk](https://www.aub.ac.uk).
The university offers a diverse range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes that encourage practical engagement and collaboration with industry. Students benefit from a supportive learning environment, with access to state-of-the-art facilities and resources designed to enhance their creative skills. AUB also hosts various events and exhibitions, allowing students to showcase their work and connect with the wider community.
AUB is dedicated to engaging with local and regional communities, promoting cultural initiatives, and providing opportunities for students to contribute positively to society. The university's ethos centres on creativity, collaboration, and making a meaningful impact, preparing graduates for successful careers in the creative industries. For more information, visit their website at [aub.ac.uk](https://www.aub.ac.uk).
Useful links
- Legal and Governance (governance)
- Modern slavery statement (governance)
- What's on (calendar)
- Postgraduate events (calendar)
- UCAS events (calendar)
- Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (other)
- Privacy Policy (other)
- Our prospectus (other)
- Term Dates (other)
- Terms and Conditions (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Bournemouth University (70.2)
- Langside School (62.1)
- The Quay School (58.9)
- Winchelsea School (57.2)
- Montacute School (54.1)
Key details
- LA
- Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
- Age range
- -
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- Pupils
- Boys
- Girls
- FSM %
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-05-04
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Dorset
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | |||||
| 2024-09-11 | |||||
| 2023-09-11 | |||||
| 2022-09-11 | |||||
| 2021-09-11 | |||||
| 2020-09-11 |
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