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Study Design at Arts University Bournemouth

Our design courses

A creative degree is about you and the world we live in. It's about how you want the world to look, sound, feel, show and inspire. It's about equipping you with the skills you need to get the job you want, so that you can thrive in today's world.

Take a look at our design courses below and begin your creative journey today.

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BA (Hons) Graphic Design

Study Graphic Design at Arts University Bournemouth. Find out about the course, fees, how to apply, and open days.

BA (Hons) Communication Design and Strategy

Study Communication Design and Strategy at Arts University Bournemouth. Find out about the course, fees, how to apply, and open days...

BA (Hons) Textiles

BA (Hons) Textiles Design

Study Textiles Design at Arts University Bournemouth. Find out about the course, fees, how to apply, and open days

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BA (Hons) Interior Architecture and Design

Study Interior Architecture and Design at Arts University Bournemouth. Find out about the course, fees, how to apply, and open days

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BA (Hons) Games Art and Design

Study Games Art and Design at Arts University Bournemouth. Find out about the course, fees, how to apply, and open days

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BA (Hons) Design for Costume and Performance

Discover how to create whole new worlds on this exciting course – design costumes and sets for plays, films and events.

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APPLICATIONS ARE OPEN

Now that you've found the perfect course, it's time to apply.

The early deadline may have passed, but applications are still open! Check out our handy 'how to apply' guide and our portfolio top tips.

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OPEN DAYS

Open Days are a great way to get a feel for undergraduate life at AUB. At an Open Day, you'll be able to explore the campus, talk to course teams and discover our industry-standard facilities.

Visit us on:

  • 12 July
  • 20 September
  • more dates available
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AUB SHOWCASE

We're proud of our alumni, and rightfully so.

Explore the incredible work of our freshly graduated 'Class of 2024' in our online AUB Showcase.

Browse work by course, student or theme.

Discover AUB Showcase

Have you thought about...?

Wondering where else your creativity in design could take you? You may want to look into some of our other courses that rely on similar skills and could take you to similar industries.

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BA (Hons) Architecture (Part 1 ARB/RIBA)

Study Architecture at Arts University Bournemouth. Find out about the course, fees, how to apply, and open days

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BA (Hons) Costume

Master the skills you need to become a professional maker, tailor and costume supervisor for the film, theatre and events industries

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BA (Hons) Creative Direction

Study Creative Direction at Arts University Bournemouth. Find out about the course, fees, how to apply, and open days...

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BA (Hons) Fashion

Study Fashion at Arts University Bournemouth. Find out about the course, fees, how to apply, and open days

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BA (Hons) Fine Art

Be part of an exciting, multi-discipline fine art course, set within our dynamic culture of making in our purpose-built studios

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BA (Hons) Illustration

Study Illustration at Arts University Bournemouth. Find out about the course, fees, how to apply, and open days.