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Arts and Communications

Be ambitious

Be part of a leading creative community. Work with other like-minded individuals in our collaborative, studio-based environment to inform, inspire, entertain and provoke the world around you.

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A tunnel made of typography: 'The Ultimate Experience'. At the end of the tunnel is IMAX.
Close-up of Liz Walker's art depicting a woman and girl in a pink-tone room.

Make it happen

With so much talent in one place, whichever subject you choose to study, you’ll collaborate with other courses to bring creative visions to life.

First-year BA (Hons) Graphic Design students win Lush internships following "industry-standard" work

Two students on BA (Hons) Graphic Design at Arts University Bournemouth are celebrating as they receive internships...

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BA (Hons) Graphic Design hosts 10th annual networking event connecting students with industry

The event, which took place on Wednesday 11 March, brought together 48 professionals from 24 companies both in person and online...

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BA (Hons) Fine Art graduates exhibit work at PRAXIS in Cardiff

A group of six BA (Hons) Fine Art graduates from Arts University Bournemouth (AUB) took part in the Axis Graduate Programme, which...

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Saatchi Gallery exhibition features work from BA (Hons) Fine Art alumna

A BA (Hons) Fine Art graduate from Arts University Bournemouth is among the artists exhibiting at the Saatchi Gallery's Good Eye Projects...

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MA Painting student duo celebrates colour and change in new exhibition

Itch that Scratch: A celebration of colour and change, a collection of work from Natalia Karpinski and Paul Hartley...

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AUB alumnus recognised for stereotype-defying photography

Nigerian photographer Aderopo Afolabi is gaining international recognition for a research-led photographic practice...

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Upcoming Event

The Summer Shows provide an exciting opportunity for our 2026 graduating...

Past Event

Join Arts University Bournemouth (AUB) in celebrating 10 years of MA Photography. The exhibition will feature work from students...

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This summer, AUB Campus will be transformed into the most extensive gallery space in the southwest of England...

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AUB would like to invite you and your guests to the formal opening and private view for our Undergraduate Summer Shows 2025.

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Arts University Bournemouth is bringing its showcases to London once again this year, with exhibitions and events taking place...

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Recent rapid development in the field of AI has created a ground swell of interest from artists and designers in the potential...

Bring perspective

Be the storyteller. Shape the narrative. From typography to TikTok, we empower you to be heard.

A unique campus

We’ve invested in building a campus like no other – whatever you want to create, we have the space and technology to make it happen. Supported by industry-standard equipment and a studio-based culture, you can graduate with the skills and confidence to step into the creative industries.

Lighting setup in the photography studio
Tutor stood in front of a class teaching graphic design, with a monitor showing Photoshop behind them.
A person standing by a screen printer with an assortment of ampersand shapes inside it.
Pieces of graphic design work hang on a gallery wall. A person stands and looks at them.
Empathy workshop
One student taking a photograph of a model, whilst another hold a reflector
Student crafting a pendant in the workshop

A network beyond AUB

AUB reflects professional practice with a strong emphasis on collaboration and innovation. You’ll be taught by visiting professionals, as well as have the opportunity to take part in live briefs, and become part of our network of award-winning industry alumni.

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Explore our creative community

Open Days at AUB are the perfect opportunity to discover what it's like to study with us. Whether you attend an on-campus Open Day or watch a virtual talk from the comfort of your own home – we've got you covered.

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