Bournemouth University

Bournemouth University

Motto	Discere Mutari Est
Motto in English	To Learn is to Change
Type	Public
Established	1992
Chancellor	Kate Adie
Vice-Chancellor	John Vinney
Students	17,890 (2019/20)
Undergraduates	14,670 (2019/20)
Postgraduates	3,220 (2019/20)
Location	Bournemouth , Dorset , England
Campus	Talbot Campus, Lansdowne Campus
Affiliations	University Alliance
Website	www.bournemouth.ac.uk

Bournemouth University (BU) is a public university in Bournemouth, Dorset, England, with its main campus situated in neighbouring Poole. The university was established in 1992; however, the origins of its predecessor date back to the early 1900s.

History

The university's origins can be traced to the early 20th century with the foundation of the former Bournemouth Municipal College. In the 1970s, it became the Bournemouth College of Technology, and later the Dorset Institute of Higher Education. In 1990, it was renamed Bournemouth Polytechnic and finally gained university status in 1992, becoming Bournemouth University.

Campuses

Bournemouth University operates primarily from two campuses:

• Talbot Campus: Located on the boundary between Bournemouth and Poole, this is the main campus and houses the majority of the university's faculties and facilities.
• Lansdowne Campus: Situated closer to the town centre of Bournemouth, this campus is home to the Faculty of Health & Social Sciences and the Faculty of Management.

Faculties and Schools

Bournemouth University is organized into several faculties and schools:

• Faculty of Health & Social Sciences
• Faculty of Management
• Faculty of Media & Communication
• Faculty of Science & Technology

Research

Bournemouth University is known for its research in various fields, including archaeology, tourism, media studies, and nursing. The university has several research centres and institutes, such as the National Centre for Computer Animation (NCCA) and the Centre for Excellence in Media Practice (CEMP).

Student Life

The university offers a vibrant student life with numerous student societies, sports clubs, and events. The Students' Union at Bournemouth University (SUBU) provides support and representation for students, organizing various activities and services.

Notable Alumni

Bournemouth University has produced several notable alumni, including:

• David Amess, Member of Parliament
• Angela Browning, Member of Parliament
• Dan O'Hagan, sports commentator
• Nick Hector, film editor

See Also

• List of universities in the United Kingdom
• Higher education in the United Kingdom

External Links

• Official website