About us
AUB is named Arts University Bournemouth, a public institution founded in 1880, located in Poole, England, and focuses on art, design, media, and performance. However, UB fosters a vibrant creative community of industry-standard facilities and an award-winning campus that supports creativity. As reflected in essence, the university's key values of teamwork and creativity.
Key Highlights of Arts University Bournemouth
- Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF): Silver and Gold ratings
- Ofsted Rating: Outstanding (since 2018)
- Bournemouth Film School: Established in 1963, full member of CILECT
- Notable Alumni: BAFTA and Academy Award winners, Turner Prize recipients
Recent Achievements:
- Inclusive Employers Standard (IES): Silver award in September, making AUB the only UK university awarded at this level.
- Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2021: 16% of outputs in Art and Design ranked as 'world-leading'.
- Sustainability: Pledged to be net zero by 2030; awarded EcoCampus Platinum.
Notable Facilities:
- CRAB Drawing Studio: Designed by Sir Peter Cook, emphasising natural light.
- Innovation Studio: Supports small business start-ups and R&D activities.
- Museum of Design in Plastics (MoDiP): The UK's only accredited museum focused on plastics.
- TheGallery: Hosts national and international exhibitions, showcasing contemporary art and design.
AUB's commitment to excellence is reflected in its state-of-the-art facilities and distinguished faculty.