The BU community includes around 18,000 students, with approximately 2,600 international students from over 120 countries. Our four faculties offer degrees in creative, professional, technological, scientific and humanities specialisms.  We are ranked in the top 200 young universities in the world according to the THE Young University Rankings and 65th in The Guardian University Guide 2019.  Our Business School is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) and only 5% of business schools around the world have achieved this.

We offer a variety of financial aid options available, such as the US Federal Loans, Veteran Affairs (VA) Educational Funding, Sallie Mae Student Loans, £2,500 BU Academic Excellence Scholarships, £500 - £5,000 BU Sports Scholarships, £1,150 (major award) or £450 (minor award) and BU Music Scholarships.

Bournemouth is also a great town to live as an international student. We are located in one of the most beautiful and historic areas of the United Kingdom. Situated on the south coast of England, and less than two hours from London by train, Bournemouth enjoys fantastic scenery and some of the country's mildest weather. Famous for our 11 kilometers of golden sandy beaches that have been ranked in Europe’s top five beaches* and beautiful parks, Bournemouth blends a traditional British seaside resort with a busy and thriving town.