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Undergraduate Orientation
We are delighted that you will be studying with us at AUB and we would like to offer you a warm welcome to our creative community
Welcome to AUB
We're delighted that you'll be studying with us at AUB and we would like to offer you a warm welcome to our creative community. We have students from over 60 different countries undertaking our courses; the internationally diverse background of our students is an important part in shaping the vibrant, collaborative ethos we have here on our campus.
With our unspoilt coastal location, and set within an area of outstanding natural beauty Bournemouth has a lot to offer. Our reputation within the creative industries sets us apart from other universities across the country. We're alive with creative thinkers and creative makers; with state-of-the-art facilities and connections with the best in the industry.
To help make your start living and studying in the UK as smooth as possible, our International office delivers the Orientation Programme for all non-UK and EU students. In September 2020, due to the COVID-19 restrictions and to ensure that all international students have access to the information, orientation will be delivered online through live Zoom meetings and pre-recorded videos. This will complement the Induction activities for all new students delivered by us and your department.
Watch our videos
Here you can find pre-recorded videos, to help you navigate your way around campus and to help you with your studies and time here at AUB.
UKCISA
The UK Council for International Student Affairs (UKCISA) is the UK's national advisory body serving the interests of International students and those who work with them.
The UKICSA website gives information on lots of topics including visas and immigration, work during and after studies, home or overseas fee status regulations and sources of funding. Look here first for answers to your questions.
If you cannot find the information, you need after looking at their website, phone there Student Advice Line on +4420 7788 9214, which is open at the following times: Monday to Friday (except for public holidays): 13.00 to 16.00 (UK time)
UKCISA have produced come great information on facing culture shock, which we would advise you have a look at, please see the link below.
Travel and Transport
If you live in the areas local to AUB, such as Wallisdown, Winton or Charminster, you may choose to walk to and from the campus, which can take between 10 and 30 minutes.
When walking around Bournemouth, take care when crossing roads and use designated pedestrian crossings; Bournemouth’s roads can become very busy with cars and cyclists that won’t always stop.
