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Orientation 2025
Welcome to AUB!
Orientation 2025
A warm welcome to all the new students who'll be joining our creative community this year. We hope you're looking forward to studying with us and we know you may have some questions. You’ll find lots of information and advice on these pages to help you prepare for your arrival at AUB including travel information, living in Bournemouth, accommodation, as well as resources and support for when you begin your studies.
Our International team are also on hand to advise and support you during your time at AUB. So, if you have any questions or need more information, get in touch, we would be happy to help you.
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We look forward to meeting you soon!
In-person international orientation dates (2025/26)
AUB hosts in-person orientation sessions for all international students starting their studies with us this autumn. Please plan to join us for these informative and friendly sessions that are sure to answer your questions and help you meet people on campus! Questions about in-person orientation? Email international@aub.ac.uk.
Foundation Diploma in Art, Design and Media
Dates and times: Monday 8 September 2025, 13.00–17.30
Sign-up details: An invitation email with a registration link was sent on 18 August – check your inbox!
Undergraduate (BA/BSc (Hons) courses)
Dates and times: Thursday 25 September 2025, Friday 26 September 2025, 10.00–16.00 (both days)
Sign-up details: An invitation email with a registration link will be going out on 25 August – watch your inbox!
Postgraduate (MA/Master of Architecture courses)
Dates and times: Thursday 25 September 2025, Friday 26 September 2025, 10.00–16.00 (both days)
Sign-up details: An invitation email with a registration link will be going out on 25 August – watch your inbox!
Get prepared for study in the UK
Please explore the sections below for useful advice, guidance and information on what you'll need before and on arrival in the UK.
Before you arrive in the UK
Helpful tips and advice to prepare you for arrival in the UK
Arriving in the UK
There's a lot do when you arrive in the UK, but we have a lot of useful information to help you with the transition.
