Bournemouth University Your Study Destination

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Welcome...... 2 Why choose BU?...... 3 Living in the UK ...... 5 Living in and ...... 7 Life at BU...... 9 Subject Areas ...... 11 Apply to BU ...... 13 Research at BU ...... 15 Facilities and accommodation ...... 17 Living expenses ...... 20 Connect with us...... 21

Contact information Bournemouth University Fern Barrow, , Dorset BH12 5BB

Global Engagement Mobility Team +44(0)1202965824 Email [email protected]

1 At BU, we have created an inclusive and welcoming community where excellence, achievement, authenticity, creativity and responsibility are highly valued

We want to ensure our students are able to range of international experiences during their enrich the world and succeed as future global time with us. I hope this guide gives you a good talent in whatever career path they choose flavour of the broad range of opportunities and we recognise that in today’s increasingly available during your time at BU. More competitive globally connected world, an importantly, I hope that you will feel inspired excellent degree is no longer enough if you to seize these opportunities to challenge and want to stand out from the crowd. Our care develop yourself as future global talent and and commitment to developing and equipping start shaping your global future today. you with the knowledge, skills and attributes to operate anywhere in the world goes beyond Dr Sonal Minocha your time studying with us and that is why we Pro Vice- (Global Engagement) support and encourage students to engage in a

Welcome from the Pro Vice-Chancellor (Global Engagement) 2 of BU research rated Reputation as internationally recognised or higher, (Guardian University Guide 2016) with Business and in Hospitality, Management studies Event Management ranked top 10 for % research impact and Tourism 96 (Research Excellence Framework 2014)

We are ranked in the We are 16th in the world (and top 200 2nd in the UK) for Hospitality universities and Leisure in the world 20 Management in Media & the latest QS World

FOR Communications industry University Rankings. in the QS World University accreditations Rankings. for our courses

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Investment

We have one of the UK’s largest collection of e-journals and e-books Investment in our brand new Student with 250,000 e-books Centre, academic buildings, IT and and 80,000 e-journals facilities by 2018 for BU students to access easily online Work placements

Over 63 graduates worked on the films PAID INTERNSHIPS All undergraduate courses shortlisted in the Visual Effects for Masters in Business, Tourism, offer the opportunity of a category for the IT and Technology across 29 professional placement 2017 Oscars. courses, up to 12 months

3 Why choose BU

Employability One of the of our TOP 5 92.3% graduates universities in the UK are employed or in for boosting further study within six graduate salaries, months of graduating according to rankings published (Destination of Leavers from Higher Leavers (Destination of 2016) Education Survey, by The Economist in August 2017

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The Students’ Union has 100 Undergraduate clubs and societies ranging tuition fees are fixed from academic, cultural, sports at year of entry and special interest (see more at www.subu.org.uk)

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Living in the UK There are many reasons why it really is Great Britain

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London

Tower of London Fishing villages 5 Tea and cake

Roman Baths, in Bath

Brighton Pavillion

Fish and chips

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English Pubs

Beautiful countryside 6 A wide range of activities

Living in Bournemouth Only two hours from London and Dorset on the south coast of England

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Poole Quay

Gold Hill, Shaftesbury

Historic Christchurch 7 Fantastic beaches

Beautiful Sandbanks peninsula

Lots to see and do

Great transport links

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New Forest National Park Stunning 8 Social life

Food… Bournemouth offers diverse dining Culture and arts… There are many outlets choices: British, Thai, Indian, Chinese, Japanese, for artists including theatres, museums, Spanish, Italian – the list is endless. open air music stands, the annual air festival, and many more. Socialising… Bournemouth town is well known for having great places to socialise including Places of worship… Bournemouth has a diverse pubs, restaurants, and music and dance venues. range of places to worship. The multi-faith Chaplaincy at BU has an open door policy Sports… At BU we offer sports and recreation with a weekly Global Café for all international facilities for everyone, whether you are a keen students to meet and relax with free tea, coffee athlete or would like to start a sport for the and biscuits. first time.

Community and support

Students’ Union…The Students’ Union at Free English language support… Extensive Bournemouth University (SUBU) provides a English language support for international voice for students and offers independent and students is offered by dedicated English language impartial advice. SUBU also organises social specialists. Group classes and one-to-one activities and events – visit www.subu.org.uk sessions are available for general English study or subject specific language. You can also choose Libraries… The Sir Michael Cobham Library is to study online at your convenience using our based on our Talbot Campus with other libraries interactive language learning facility to improve located at the Lansdowne Campus, all of which your English skills or learn a new language. have computers with Wi-Fi coverage. We’ve also designed some really innovative learning spaces, Airport transfer and International Students’ for example the ‘techno booths’ with touch Welcome Events… We provide a Meet and screens for group work. Greet service at London Heathrow Airport and Gatwick Airport (depending on demand). Health… The Medical Centre on Talbot Campus Our welcome and induction events have been offers confidential advice on all aspects of designed to help you to discover everything healthcare. you need to know about BU, make friends and explore the local area. We also offer a welcome reception to all international students during their first week of arrival. See more at www.bournemouth.ac.uk/newinternational

“My experience has surpassed my expectation. I was taught by very friendly, down-to-earth and highly knowledgeable lecturers who were always willing to assist. What particularly made the experience at Bournemouth richer is the dense international presence.”

David Adeloye (Nigeria) MSc Tourism Management

9 life at BU

Working in the UK… International students, with the appropriate visa, may work a maximum of 20 hours a week during term time and full–time during vacations. Help and advice is available via the AskBU Student Services when you arrive. There is a range of part–time work available, both on campus and in Bournemouth, including: • Students’ Union shop • Shop assistant • BU Student Ambassador scheme • Catering and • Bar assistant hospitality positions

For more information visit www.bournemouth.ac.uk/discover

10 Subject areas & pathway options

11 Study areas We offer undergraduate, postgraduate, top-up and research degrees in a range of academic areas. Visit www.bournemouth.ac.uk/courses

• Accounting, Finance & Economics • Journalism & Public Relations • Advertising & Marketing • Law & Taxation • Archaeology & Anthropology • MBA • Business, Management & Retail • Media & Communications • Computer Animation & Digital Effects • Nursing, Midwifery & Health Sciences • Computing & IT • Nutrition • Design & Engineering • Psychology & Sociology • Environmental Science • Social Work • Events Management • Sports Management & Sciences • Film & TV Production We have years of experience in welcoming • Forensic Science international students. Visit our country specific • Games Technology pages and view international student videos to • Hospitality & Tourism give you an insight into BU. • International Management www.bournemouth.ac.uk/country

We offer a range of exchange programmes However our course catalogue for incoming to allow students from our partner exchange students can be found here: institutions to study at BU and become part of our international community. You can www.bournemouth.ac.uk/ work alongside our world-leading academics, incoming-exchange-students immerse yourself in BU life and share your or knowledge and experiences with other students from all over the world. www.bournemouth.ac.uk/applying-exchange The courses and subject areas you can study on exchange have been pre-arranged with your home university. You should contact your home university’s international office in the first instance to discuss your study possibilities.

Jessica had a truly international experience and created useful links with Jessica Mocek (USA) academics, UK businesses and with other international students: MSU International “We came from Spain, Hong Kong, Malta and United States. Although from Hospitality Management very different parts of the world, we all came together and created a true & Nutrition student, bond like no other. It has been a wonderful semester at Bournemouth. I Montclair State University couldn’t be happier with my choice to study abroad. So many memories made that I will keep with myself throughout my entire life.”

12 Apply to BU

Applying for an exchange at BU

BU is proud to be part of a global education community and we love to welcome students from other institutions and countries, allowing you to enjoy the experience of living and studying in the UK.

Different types of exchange • You must be nominated for the exchange by As well as being a member of the Erasmus+ your university programme we also have agreements with other • You must have achieved the appropriate level universities all over the world. If you’d like to of English for the majority of undergraduate arrange an exchange with BU, check with the courses International Office at your home university about • You must be able to prove that you have the course opportunities available. achieved the required level of English Please be aware that exchanges are only Language for your chosen course. Details of available for specific courses which have been the levels required can be found in the agreed between BU and your home university. BU Exchange Student Course Catalogue which can be downloaded here: How and when to apply www.bournemouth.ac.uk/applying-exchange Once you’ve confirmed that your university has Details of the certificates and other language an exchange agreement with BU, and if you evidence that we accept can be downloaded meet the eligibility criteria, you can start the from here: www.bournemouth.ac.uk/ application process. language-requirements-exchange The first step is to ask your international exchange or Erasmus coordinator to nominate you by email to incomingexchange@ bournemouth.ac.uk. Please note that we do not accept applications The deadline for nominations are 30 April for direct from students an autumn start and 30 September for a Spring The deadlines for submission of completed start. Once we’ve approved your nomination, applications are 31 May for an autumn start and you can start completing your application pack, 31 October for a spring start. which you can download at xxx web address A complete application pack MUST include the neededxxx. Once your application pack is following documents: complete, your home university coordinator must submit it to us on your behalf. • BU Exchange Application Form Entry requirements • Erasmus Learning Agreement (for Erasmus exchanges) or International Learning There are some eligibility requirements for Agreement (for non Erasmus exchanges) participating in an exchange: • Evidence of English proficiency, if applicable. • You need to have successfully completed your Check the English Language requirements first year of study • A copy of your transcript – this needs to be the • You must be studying a subject at your home latest available copy of your records to date, university that is relevant to the units or degree including a grading scale relevant to your that you’d like to study on exchange at BU. country, in English • You can go on your exchange in your second • Photocopy of your passport or final year of study

13 Deadlines 1 3 For autumn exchange Your university must Enquire Accept nominate you to us by: • Speak to your university We aim to accept you onto 30 April International Office to find the course within 1 month Your application pack out if they have an exchange of applying. However we must be submitted to agreement with BU. may need to ask you further us by: • Ask your home university questions before we can do 31 May which courses you can study so. Please keep an eye on your on exchange at BU. email so that you can respond For spring exchange to any queries promptly. Your university must • Your home university will nominate you to us by: need to nominate you to us before the nomination 30 September 4 deadline here. Please Your application pack note we do not accept must be submitted nominations directly from Prepare to us by: students. • Non-EU students will need 31 October to apply for either a Student How many credits 2 Short Term Study Visa (up to can I achieve? 6 months) or a Tier 4 Visa Under the European Apply (over 6 months). Credit Transfer System • Once your application (ECTS), you can achieve • Next you’ll need to complete has been accepted our 60 credits for a year your application pack. Your accommodation office will of full-time study at International Office will need be able to advise on BU and undergraduate level. to send the completed pack private accommodation in At BU, this equates to to us before the deadline. the area. 120 BU credits. • Your completed application This means one pack should include: semester of study - A fully completed application 5 is the equivalent of 30 form including your personal ECTS or 60 BU credits. statement. Arrive You’ll be expected to - Academic Transcripts • Book your flights and pack take a full workload - A completed Learning your suitcases of 30 ECTS for each Agreement signed by you and • Arrange onward transport semester that you’re at your home university. BU. The units that you to BU. We provide an study at Bournemouth - If English is not your native airport transfer service University will need to language you’ll also have to which you can book at be agreed by your home supply an English language www.bournemouth.ac.uk/ institution. qualification (e.g. IELTS) airporttransfers - Copy of your passport • If you don’t have your student ID number yet - don’t worry! Use the word ‘Exchange’ in place of this when booking. 14 Our academic staff are involved in cutting edge research and enterprise that make a genuine contribution to society both nationally and internationally – whether we are understanding the physics of knee joints, developing processes to make the animation of movie characters more realistic, pioneering innovative cross-subject approaches to solving medical problems, or trying to understand drivers for climate change.

Although, like many universities, Our research is arranged into we are organised into different different themes that describe academic faculties, we make what the research is about, sure our work (particularly our rather than the specific faculty research) does not stay isolated is conducting it. Indeed, many within those structures. We of our research projects involve have a different way of working academics from different to ensure a joined-up way of faculties working together, and thinking prevails. We work we place a lot of emphasis on without barriers, collaborating developing processes, structures and sharing with each other and learning spaces that make to deliver world leading, life- it easier to work together. changing research that we are passionate about.

Research themes

Communities, Aging & Dementia Cultures & Conflicts Leisure, Recreation & Tourism Creative, Digital & Cognitive Science Entrepreneurship & Economic Growth Biodiversity, Environmental Change Technology & Design & Green Economy Health, Wellbeing & Society

Doctoral opportunities BU offers a range of Doctoral opportunities, supported by academic staff with high levels of expertise, gained through their research activity, connections with industry, professional experience and international collaborations. We are also committed to 100 fully-funded and part-funded PhDs over the next six years. To view Doctoral opportunities at BU, visit research.bournemouth.ac.uk/ postgraduate-research

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16 Facilities & accommodation

There are many accommodation options around the Bournemouth area from BU Unilet properties to private rented accommodation and privately managed halls in . After your application has been accepted you’ll be able to contact our accommodation team to discuss your options. What is a Unilet? Other accommodation Unilet properties are multi-bedroom properties options located in residential areas that are privately owned but managed by BU solely for students. The following options are a good place to start Each property is within walking distance to your accommodation search. We also have a Talbot Campus. Facebook group called ‘BU Find a Housemate’ to help you in your search in where you can Further information about Unilets can be found advertise for housemates or look for a room. here: • Most accommodation options can be found www.bournemouth.ac.uk/unilet here https://www1.bournemouth.ac.uk/ and you can see an example of a Unilet property discover/accommodation/alternative- here accommodation-options which includes the contact details of three privately-managed www.bournemouth.ac.uk/virtualbu halls in the Bournemouth Town Centre. The rent for a Unilet room varies but is generally • Easy Roommate - uk.easyroommate.com around £15 per day (room prices differ due to - Flat and house shares factors such as property location and room size); the rent will need to be paid within two • Spare Room - www.spareroom.co.uk weeks of your moving in. If you are offered a - Flat and house shares room in a Unilet property, you will also need to • Gumtree - www.gumtree.com pay a refundable deposit and a non-refundable - Rental properties and flat shares booking fee to secure the room. • Homestay - www.homestay.com The Unilet rent includes all utilities such as - Room with a local/host family electricity, gas and Wi-Fi broadband. The properties are all within walking distance to • Right Move - www.rightmove.co.uk/student- Talbot Campus and, so you can easily attend our accommodation.html - Rental properties Lansdowne Campus and explore the local area, • Bournemouth Beaches - your accommodation package is inclusive of a www.bournemouthbeaches.net - Short-term bus pass. lets • Air BnB - www.airbnb.co.uk - Room with a local/host family • Bournecoast - www.bournecoast.co.uk - Short-term lets • Facebook group ‘BU Find a Housemate’ – Students advertising spare rooms • Or if you are interested in staying with a local host family that are registered directly with BU please email us at [email protected]

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Budgeting You will need to budget your money to ensure you have enough to pay your rent, bills and food. Further information about expenses and budgeting can be found here: www1.bournemouth.ac.uk/study/ undergraduate/fees-funding/living-expenses

What will I need? Most accommodation you find will not include bedding or kitchen items so you can purchase these once you get to Bournemouth or visit www.unikitout.com to get items delivered to your accommodation in time for your arrival.

Help when you need it You are always welcome to contact us at [email protected] if you need general housing advice (please send any emails to us entitled ‘Exchange Accommodation’). If you should ever need legal advice, there are qualified housing advisors at the Student Union who are happy to help you at [email protected]

18 Student Centre

Executive Business Centre Dedicated facilities for BU’s postgraduate business students

Studio accommodation BU International Centre 19 Living expenses The breakdown of living expenses on this page is Estimated intended as a guide, as your expenses will differ depending on your lifestyle and how you decide living costs to spend your leisure time. per week

The estimated annual living expenses in Accommodation £112 - £130 Bournemouth are between £7,000 and £8,000. Food £70 Visit http://international.studentcalculator.org to Travel £20 work out how to manage your money and build a Entertainment £30 budget for living and studying in the UK. Other £30

Finance

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Green, safe and friendly town welcoming students from France many countries

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