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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.

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.

MA Painting graduate Salma Adi reflects on recent immersive exhibition

Originally from Syria, Salma reflects on "The Year I Undid Myself", a large-scale installation and immersive self-portrait in...

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BA (Hons) Illustration graduate contributes to the Minecraft Official Blocks Guide

Oyku Erdenlig, a recent BA (Hons) Illustration graduate from Arts University Bournemouth is celebrating the launch of the Minecraft...

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BA (Hons) Illustration students exhibit at LUSH Spycops event in Soho

AUB’s BA (Hons) Illustration students were asked to research the spycops story and shed light on it with a 10-second YouTube...

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BA (Hons) Fine Art graduate chosen to exhibit in Graduate Art Show

Elizabeth Walker, a recent BA (Hons) Fine Art graduate from Arts University Bournemouth, has been chosen from hundreds of submissions...

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BA (Hons) Fine Art student exhibits in inaugural Soho Open

Tia Mirza, a third-year student on AUB’s BA (Hons) Fine Art degree, has had a painting included in Soho Open...

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Short film shot on AUB Campus premieres at MEZZANINE in London

A new short film by artist Alex Culshaw, a former Fine Art lecturer at Arts University Bournemouth (AUB), premieres at...

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Past Event

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

Past Event

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

Past Event

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

Past Event

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

Past Event

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

Past Event

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

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.

3D Blender models of pink blob characters walking, purple background.

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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Four people viewing wall display of colourful book covers and posters in white gallery space with wooden bench.

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