Arts University Bournemouth
Description
Arts University Bournemouth (AUB), located in Bournemouth, England, is a leading creative industries university that takes education to the next level through inspiring instruction that engages students to collaborate and achieve their professional aspirations. AUB is the top UK university for employability and offers a broad range of programs in every creative industry. A coastal town in southwest England, Bournemouth is a popular tourist destination with notable Victorian architecture, beaches and bustling nightlife.
Eligible Majors:
- Graphic Design
- Photography
Program Type: Exchange
“Exchange” lets you study abroad at a partner school while paying FIT tuition, with
limited spots available.
Looking to Fund Your Study Abroad Experience?
FIT offers competitive scholarships - up to $10,000 - for students enrolled full-time while abroad. Awards are based on an essay, recommendations, GPA and financial need. Learn more about Paying for Study Abroad .
Review the AUB Financial Budget Sheet and meet with a financial aid counselor to discuss your program costs.
Eager to Study Abroad? Apply Now!
Submit your application through the Study Abroad Portal and then complete the required Course Equivalency Form with your Office of International Programs (OIP) program coordinator. After that, your department will review your completed course plan and application. See How to Apply step-by-step.
Program Details
Fall Semester: Applications reviewed and approved on a rolling basis through February 15.
Early applicants receive preference.
- Minimum GPA: 3.0
- Enrollment: Must be matriculated in a Bachelor's degree program
- Capacity: As an exchange program, it operates on a 1:1 ratio—meaning for every FIT student studying abroad, an international student studies at FIT. This limited capacity means spots can be competitive.
Additional Requirements by Major:
Graphic Design
- Portfolio: Submit a portfolio with 12 pieces of recent work to the department in addition to the online application.
- Meet with an academic advisor and/or thoroughly review degree requirements in Degree Works
- Meet with an OIP program coordinator
- Obtain approval from the department chair or international coordinator
Students fulfill 7th semester major and related area courses by taking a module worth 40 UK credits from Year Three (Level 6) study within the Graphic Design BA (Hons) program at AUB. Students must also take GD 491 - Senior Thesis Research (3 Credits) online at FIT while abroad at the applicable per-credit hour tuition rate . - Eligible to participate in the 7th semester
Photography
- Meet with an academic advisor and/or thoroughly review degree requirements in Degree Works
- Meet with an OIP program coordinator
- Obtain approval from the department chair or international coordinator
- Students fulfill 3rd semester or 7th semester major and related area courses by taking modules worth 40 UK credits from Year Two (Level 5) or Three (Level 6) of the Commercial Photography BA (Hons) program at AUB.
- Eligible to participate in the 3rd or 7th semester
A full-time semester credit load at Arts University Bournemouth consists of 60 UK credits. Major and related area credit is available. Liberal arts credit is not available, but students may take liberal arts courses online at FIT at the applicable per-credit hour tuition rate .
A detailed Academic Calendar can be viewed on the AUB website.
Students are generally expected to arrive the weekend before orientation begins.
Students are responsible for making their own accommodation arrangements for the duration of their stay. Students may apply to live in one of AUB’s halls of residence or search for a privately-rented home with support from AUB Student Services
US citizens do not need to apply for a visa in advance of arrival. Upon entering the UK with proper documentation, US citizens are granted short-term study clearance by the border officer. All non-US citizens must carefully review UK visa requirements as they may need to apply in advance for a short-term study visa. Supporting documentation will be provided by AUB after admission.
FIT requires all students to be covered in the U.S. and internationally for the duration of their study abroad program. Students are automatically enrolled in the UHC Study Abroad Insurance, which is included in AUB program budget sheet (google doc). This policy is SUNY-mandated, therefore, it cannot be waived.
The UHC Study Abroad Insurance is ACA compliant and students may waive the FIT Haylor Student Health Insurance using the Study Abroad policy.
The Student Support Office at AUB strives to ensure that no student's academic studies are impacted by a lack of support. See how their Student Support office can help you adjust to life at AUB.