About Arts University Bournemouth
Derby, Manchester and Sunderland are the campus cities for Arts University Bournemouth through AF Education. Business, fashion design and tourism are the subjects on this list, so you can work towards a funded degree with a commercial or creative emphasis in the East Midlands or the North. Study is at bachelor's level across four campus locations, which helps if you need to stay close to home in any of those cities.
Student Finance England is the usual funding body for eligible learners. Both listed courses include a built-in foundation year, which lets students start without A-levels and then continue onto the main degree. AF Education provides free help with applications, from picking a city to submitting your paperwork.
Browse Arts University Bournemouth courses Check your Student Finance eligibility
Arts University Bournemouth offers 2 funded courses through AF Education, with campuses in Derby, Manchester, Sunderland. 2 courses include a foundation year, so you can start your degree without A-levels. Every course is eligible for Student Finance England funding — tuition is paid directly to the university and you receive a maintenance loan for living costs.
Popular subjects here: Business, Fashion Design, Tourism
Available Campuses at Arts University Bournemouth
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Derby
41 Cornmarket, Derby, DE1 2DG
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Salford
17 Carolina Way, Quays Reach, Salford, M50 2ZY
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Sunderland
1 Grayling Court, Doxford Intl. Business Park, Sunderland, SR3 3XE
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Available courses in Arts University Bournemouth
FAQs about Arts University Bournemouth
Are there foundation year degrees at Arts University Bournemouth?
Yes. Arts University Bournemouth currently lists 2 foundation year courses through AF Education. Foundation year routes help you build academic skills before progressing onto the full degree. Browse the course list on this page to see which subjects include a foundation year.
How do I apply to Arts University Bournemouth through AF Education?
AF Education support is free. Choose a course on this page (or via our courses list), check your Student Finance England eligibility with our free checker, then register or speak to our team so we can help you with the university application and funding steps. We support England-resident UK home students — not international applicants.
Can I get Student Finance for a Arts University Bournemouth degree?
AF Education is a free service that helps England-resident UK home students (not international students) apply for Student Finance England for funded degrees. For eligible courses, a Tuition Fee Loan is paid directly to the university and a Maintenance Loan is paid to you for living costs. Eligibility depends on residency and previous study — use our free eligibility checker to see where you stand before you apply.
Which campus will I attend for Arts University Bournemouth?
Through AF Education, Arts University Bournemouth courses are taught at Derby, campuses in Manchester, and Sunderland. Exact campus options depend on the course you choose — check each course card on this page for available locations.
What does a typical weekly timetable look like?
Typical full-time study with these providers is usually 1 to 2 campus days a week, around 2 to 4 hours per day, so many students work alongside their course. Timetables vary by course and campus. Always confirm the timetable for your chosen course before you enrol.
Can mature students study at Arts University Bournemouth without A-levels?
Yes — through AF Education, Arts University Bournemouth currently lists 2 courses with a foundation year. A foundation year is designed to help mature students and career changers prepare for degree-level study when they do not hold traditional A-levels. Entry requirements still vary by course, so check the individual course page or ask AF Education for guidance.
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