

Poole, England
Arts University Bournemouth is a university located in Poole, South West England. It holds a Silver TEF rating, recognising teaching that exceeds national expectations.
The university has approximately 3,740 students, including a growing international community (14%). The largest international cohorts come from China, India, and United States.
Arts University Bournemouth currently lists 38 courses on CourseOptions, spanning 26 undergraduate and 12 postgraduate programmes.
Graduate outcomes are strong: 86% of graduates go into employment or further study within 15 months, and the median graduate salary is £25,500, rising to £26,900 after five years.
Student satisfaction is strong, with an NSS teaching satisfaction score of 88% and a continuation rate of 90%.
| Ranking System | Position |
|---|---|
| QS World University Rankings 2026 | Not Ranked in QS |
| Times Higher Education 2026 | Not Ranked in THE |
| Guardian University Guide (UK) | No Guardian Ranking Available |
| The Complete University Guide (UK) | No CUG Ranking Available |
Source: QS, THE, CUG, Guardian — Updated January 2026
81% of graduates are in employment or further study within 15 months of graduation.
| Time After Graduation | Median Salary | UK Average | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £25,500 | £23,460 | +9% |
| 3 years | £24,800 | £22,816 | +9% |
| 5 years | £26,900 | £24,748 | +9% |
Source: HESA Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) 2025
These figures represent institution-wide averages across all subject areas and study modes. Actual graduate outcomes vary by course and cohort. For course-specific data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
Has an 81% overall satisfaction rate according to the National Student Survey (NSS) 2025.
Source: National Student Survey (NSS) 2025.
These figures represent institution-wide averages across all courses and may not reflect satisfaction for a specific course. For course-level data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
13.5% of students are international, representing 35+ countries. Total international students: 505.
| Countries | Students | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| China | 90 | 17.8% |
| India | 65 | 12.9% |
| United States | 45 | 8.9% |
| Hong Kong | 25 | 5% |
| Iceland | 15 | 3% |
| Japan | 15 | 3% |
| Russia | 15 | 3% |
| Switzerland | 15 | 3% |
| Turkey | 15 | 3% |
| Germany | 10 | 2% |
Source: HESA official data.
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