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Level
Bachelor
Duration
3 years
Campus
Main Site - Arts University Bournemouth
Intl. Tuition
£19,950 (Fee 2026-27 · 2027-28 not yet published)
Home Tuition
£10,050 (regulated maximum, 2027-28)
Intake
September 2027
UCAS code
W410

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Course Overview

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Career snapshot (indicative)

Arts and design graduates build portfolio careers as practitioners, educators, creative directors and arts administrators, combining creative practice with commercial and community-facing work.

Summary based on information from the university.

Course source link unavailable.

Student life (indicative)

Bournemouth combines solid student nightlife with easy coastal and countryside access. The city has a good range of independent cafés, pubs and cultural venues, with beaches or scenic coastline within easy reach.

The University at a Glance

Student Population
3,740
Staff Ratio
14.0:1
International
14.0%

Career Prospects

Employment Rate
63.0%
of graduates employed
Avg Starting Salary
£22,910
First-year earnings

Costs & Living

Intl. Tuition
£19,950
per year, Fee 2026-27 · 2027-28 not yet published Official fee page
Home Tuition
£10,050
per year, regulated maximum, 2027-28 Official fee page

City & Location

Small city (50k-199k inhabitants)

Course Curriculum

We don't have the module list for this course yet. The university's course page has the current modules.

Entry Requirements

Subject areas covered

  • Performing arts
  • Theatre studies
  • Acting
  • Dance
  • Drama studies
  • Musical theatre
  • Screen Acting
  • Applied Theatre
  • Puppetry
  • Voice studies
  • Stage management
  • Stage lighting

Source: UCAS course listing, 2027 entry (retrieved September 2026). Always confirm the current requirements with the university.

Assessment Methods

We don't have assessment details for this course yet. Check the university's course page.

Campus & City Life

Student Population
3,740
Total students
Staff Ratio
14:1
Students per staff
International Students
14%
Of student body

Campus at a Glance

City Size
Small city (50k-199k inhabitants)
Climate (indicative)
Mild coastal
Safety Index (indicative)
8.0/10
Transport
Moderate (coach or indirect connections)
Social Scene
Friendly community | Coastal lifestyle | Creative arts scene

Student Life & City (indicative)

  • Bournemouth combines solid student nightlife with easy coastal and countryside access.
  • The city has a good range of independent cafés, pubs and cultural venues, with beaches or scenic coastline within easy reach.

What Students Love

  • Beach lifestyle
  • Vibrant nightlife & bars
  • Outdoor & nature activities
  • Great café culture

University Stats

Total Students3,740
Student-to-Staff Ratio14:1
International Students14%
Safety Index (indicative)8.0/10

Career & Outcomes

Graduate Employment
63%
Employed after graduation
Avg Starting Salary
£22,910
Average first-year salary
Placement Year
Not offered
Industry work experience

Career Outcomes Overview (indicative)

Arts and design graduates build portfolio careers as practitioners, educators, creative directors and arts administrators, combining creative practice with commercial and community-facing work.

Summary based on information from the university.

Course source link unavailable.

Top Industries for Graduates

  • Creative industries
  • Design
  • Media

Study Abroad Opportunities

N

Costs & Living Expenses

Intl. Tuition
£19,950
per year, Fee 2026-27 · 2027-28 not yet published Official fee page
Home Tuition
£10,050
per year, regulated maximum, 2027-28 Official fee page

Overall Cost of Living (indicative)

Moderate

This location has moderate living costs. Standard student budget recommended.

Estimated Annual Costs

Tuition (International)£19,950per year, Fee 2026-27 · 2027-28 not yet published Official fee page
Tuition (Home)£10,050per year, regulated maximum, 2027-28 Official fee page

Monthly Student Budget (indicative)

Housing£671/mo
Food & Groceries£244/mo
Transport£71/mo
Estimated Monthly Total£1,149
Annual living costs£13,793/yr

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