Rankings of Bournemouth University

Established in 1976, Bournemouth University is located in the coastal town of Poole, South West England. Just 20 minutes away from Bournemouth Beach by bicycle, this university has earned itself numerous awards as both a provider of education and of employment. Apart from their reputable courses and programmes that they offer, Bournemouth University gives particular importance to their more than 130 student clubs on-site, which they believe are essential for keeping students happy, as well as giving them the means to add new skills and experiences to their resumes. Bournemouth University has plenty of restaurants, bars, and retail options nearby and the location is great for those who enjoy strolls near the seaside and a pleasant and different social life.

Latest ranking updates for Bournemouth University
  • March 2024: Bournemouth University ranks 943 in the latest Scimago Institutions Rankings from Scimago Institutions.
  • December 2023: New edition of URAP World Ranking - University Ranking by Academic Performance. Bournemouth University ranked #1027.
  • December 2023: QS World University Rankings: Sustainability update. Bournemouth University achieves place 821.
  • October 2023: ShanghaiRanking Consultancy announced latest results of GRAS Global Ranking of Academic Subjects - ShanghaiRanking (Textile Science and Engineering) with Bournemouth University in position 401.

University rankings

    • #62 
    • #81 
    The Times Good University Guide
    [Published 15 September, 2023]
    • #79 
    • #99 
    The Guardian League Table
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #42 
    • #55 
    CUG The Complete University Guide
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #35 
    • #401 
    THE World University Rankings
    [Published 27 September, 2023]
    • #52 
    • #731 
    QS World University Rankings
    [Published 27 June, 2023]
    • #49 
    • #884 
    US News: Best Global Universities
    [Published 24 October, 2022]
    • #41 
    • #801 
    ARWU Academic Ranking of World Universities - ShanghaiRanking
    [Published 15 August, 2023]
    • #9 
    • #101 
    QS 50 under 50
    [Published 24 June, 2020]
    • #51 
    • #1309 
    CWTS Leiden Ranking
    [Published 22 June, 2022]
    • #57 
    • #943 
    Scimago Institutions Rankings
    [Published 06 March, 2024]
    • #54 
    • #1239 
    CWUR Center for World University Rankings
    [Published 25 April, 2022]
    • #1 
    • #41 
    THE Young University Rankings
    [Published 03 July, 2023]
    • #48 
    • #901 
    NTU Performance Ranking of Scientific Papers
    [Published 11 July, 2023]
    • #47 
    • #1027 
    URAP World Ranking - University Ranking by Academic Performance
    [Published 19 December, 2023]
    • #69 
    • #466 
    StuDocu World University Ranking - EMEA - Europe, the Middle East and Africa
    [Published 06 September, 2021]
    • #59 
    • #821 
    QS World University Rankings: Sustainability
    [Published 05 December, 2023]
    • #55 
    • #782 
    Webometrics Ranking Web of Universities
    [Published 31 July, 2023]
    • #4 
    • #29 
    THE World University Impact Rankings - Overall
    [Published 01 June, 2023]
    • #47 
    • #566 
    THE China Subject Ratings Overall
    [Published 11 May, 2022]

Historic rankings in TOP global university rankings

Subject rankings

Agriculture

    • #40 
    • #758 
    Agriculture
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2023]

Arts Visual & Performing

    • #24 
    • #27 
    Creative Writing
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #35 
    • #37 
    Creative Writing
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 15 September, 2023]
    • #39 
    • #49 
    Music
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 15 September, 2023]
    • #55 
    • #67 
    Music
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #64 
    • #76 
    Music
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]

Business

    • #30 
    • #37 
    Marketing
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]

Computer Science

    • #53 
    • #69 
    Computer Science
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #70 
    • #90 
    Computer Science
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 15 September, 2023]
    • #50 
    • #801 
    Computer Science
    THE World University Rankings by Subject
    [Published 19 October, 2023]

Education

    • #38 
    • #401 
    Education
    GRAS Global Ranking of Academic Subjects - ShanghaiRanking
    [Published 27 October, 2023]

Engineering

    • #50 
    • #1346 
    Engineering
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2023]
    • #34 
    • #44 
    Mechanical Engineering
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #37 
    • #50 
    Mechanical Engineering
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 15 September, 2023]
    • #40 
    • #50 
    Mechanical Engineering
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]

Journalism & Media Studies

    • #24 
    • #28 
    Journalism
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]

Languages & Literature

    • #41 
    • #49 
    English
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #57 
    • #68 
    English
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #70 
    • #84 
    English
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 15 September, 2023]

Law

    • #26 
    • #36 
    Law
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #31 
    • #40 
    Law
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #35 
    • #49 
    Law
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 15 September, 2023]

Natural Sciences

    • #63 
    • #80 
    Biology
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]

Social Studies & Humanities

    • #17 
    • #21 
    Anthropology
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 15 September, 2023]
    • #18 
    • #22 
    Anthropology
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #38 
    • #49 
    Economics
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 15 September, 2023]
    • #52 
    • #65 
    Economics
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #52 
    • #65 
    Economics
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #39 
    • #401 
    Economics
    GRAS Global Ranking of Academic Subjects - ShanghaiRanking
    [Published 27 October, 2023]
    • #53 
    • #65 
    Geography
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #3 
    • #4 
    History
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #33 
    • #40 
    History
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 15 September, 2023]
    • #53 
    • #65 
    History
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #48 
    • #63 
    Psychology
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #51 
    • #65 
    Psychology
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #59 
    • #79 
    Psychology
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 15 September, 2023]
    • #46 
    • #401 
    Psychology
    THE World University Rankings by Subject
    [Published 19 October, 2023]
    • #44 
    • #401 
    Psychology
    GRAS Global Ranking of Academic Subjects - ShanghaiRanking
    [Published 27 October, 2023]
    • #34 
    • #251 
    Social Sciences
    THE World University Rankings by Subject
    [Published 19 October, 2023]
    • #8 
    • #11 
    Social Work
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #9 
    • #12 
    Social Work
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #13 
    • #18 
    Social Work
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 15 September, 2023]
    • #36 
    • #46 
    Sociology
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 15 September, 2023]
    • #42 
    • #53 
    Sociology
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]

Sports Science

    • #35 
    • #46 
    Sports Science
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #35 
    • #46 
    Sports Science
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 15 September, 2023]
    • #67 
    • #83 
    Sports Science
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]

Highest subject rankings for Bournemouth University

History The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#4 
Social Studies & Humanities
Creative Writing CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
#27 
Arts Visual & Performing
Journalism The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#28 
Journalism & Media Studies
Law The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#36 
Law
Marketing CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
#37 
Business
Mechanical Engineering CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
#44 
Engineering
Sports Science CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
#46 
Sports Science
English The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#49 
Languages & Literature
Computer Science CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
#69 
Computer Science
Biology The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#80 
Natural Sciences

Student Ratings for Bournemouth University

Student satisfaction:
4.4 (based on 291 student ratings)
Google ratings:
4.4 (based on 276 student ratings)
Facebook ratings:
4.3 (based on 15 student ratings)

“The social aspect of student life here is one of the best things about being here if you ask me. There are so many different clubs and societies that you’ll always be able to find like-minded people without much difficulty. I was also able to sharpen some Accounting skills that I was struggling with in my classes, so these are useful for whatever you need.”

“I have enjoyed my courses, the local surroundings, as well as the social life on-campus. Class sizes are usually kept small, which lets you have a much more dynamic relationship with your teachers.”

About Bournemouth University

PROS

  • Small -sized groups, which are beneficial for the increased individual attention that students can expect from their professors.
  • When it comes to social opportunities, Bournemouth University offers an abundant selection of clubs and societies.

CONS

  • The preparation for real world employment is poor, students complain. The reason for this opinion is usually that there is little focus on practical skills and scenarios in the classroom.
  • International students express that it’s difficult to get solutions for administration problems, as the university bureaucracy struggles to resolve non -standard situations.

Key facts

Foundation year:
1992
Telephone:
+44 1202 524111
Address:
Fern Barrow
BH12 5BB, Poole
England UK
Website:
https://www.bournemouth.ac.uk/
Social:

Requirements for international students / English requirements

IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)

    • 7.0
    • Bachelors
    • 7.0
    • Masters
    • 6.5
    • Graduate Degrees
    • 6.5
    • Undergraduate Degrees
  • Ajith from India
  • Why I chose to study at Bournemouth University - Stian Kronborg
  • How I chose to study at Bournemouth University - Adbe Ali
  • Bournemouth is the perfect fit for international students

NSS Aggregate Student reviews

Below you see the results of Bournemouth University for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK universities.

Overall student satisfaction
70 /100
1293 total respondents

THE Student Experience Survey by Times Higher Education

Times Higher Education has surveyed 20251 undergraduate students in the UK about their study experience. 194 students of Bournemouth University participated in the survey.

Below you'll find the results for each of the survey questions for Bournemouth University in comparison to the average for all UK universities.

Overall score: 76.5

Student composition of Bournemouth University

Business and Management:
3920
Computing:
1865
Nursing and Midwifery:
1535
Psychology:
1245
Biosciences:
980
Allied Health:
800
Sport and Exercise Sciences:
670
Law:
440
Sociology:
375
Social Policy:
375
Creative Arts and Design:
285
Engineering (Non-Specific):
285
Geography, Earth and Environmental Studies:
245
Economics:
175
Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology:
175
English Studies:
135
History:
105
Politics:
105
Electrical And Electronic Engineering:
100
Archaeology:
85
Anthropology:
70
Medicine (Non-Specific):
15
India:
760
Nigeria:
310
China:
160
Vietnam:
70
Turkey:
60
United States:
55
Hong Kong (Special Administrative Region of China):
50
Thailand:
45
Norway:
30
Korea (South):
30
Saudi Arabia:
25
Pakistan:
25
Indonesia:
25
Taiwan:
25
United Arab Emirates:
25
Ghana:
20
Oman:
20
South Africa:
20
Switzerland:
15
Russia:
15
Kazakhstan:
10
Japan:
10
Lebanon:
10
Malaysia:
10
Nepal:
10
Bangladesh:
10
Singapore:
10
Canada:
10
Kenya:
10
Kuwait:
10
Ukraine:
10
Iran:
10
Syria:
5
Qatar:
5
Venezuela:
5
Bermuda:
5
Cayman Islands:
5
Jamaica:
5
Mexico:
5
Brazil:
5
Peru:
5
Faroe Islands:
5
Zambia:
5
Iceland:
5
Algeria:
5
Egypt:
5
Mauritius:
5
Namibia:
5
Sierra Leone:
5
Sudan:
5
Uganda:
5
Jordan:
5
Zimbabwe:
5
Cambodia:
5
Maldives:
5
Mongolia:
5
Philippines:
5
Sri Lanka:
5
Australia:
5

Campuses of Bournemouth University

Main Site
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Yeovil Campus
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Portsmouth: St. Mary's Community Health Campus
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Wiltshire College - Salisbury
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Talbot Campus
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Lansdowne Campus
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FAQ

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Bournemouth University ranks #1 in Poole in our meta ranking. See rankings of all 3 universities in Poole.

Bournemouth University is listed in The Times Good University Guide, The Guardian League Table, CUG The Complete University Guide, THE World University Rankings, QS World University Rankings, US News: Best Global Universities and more. See all 26 rankings of Bournemouth University.

Bournemouth University achieved #29 in THE World University Impact Rankings - Overall. This is the university’s highest ranking in the 112 rankings tracked on our website. See all rankings for Bournemouth University.

Bournemouth University achieved the highest ranking for Social Studies & Humanities. It is ranked #4 in The Guardian University League Tables by Subject (History). See all subject rankings for Bournemouth University.

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