Bournemouth University - Talbot Campus
About the University
Bournemouth University is an innovative and vibrant public university located in Bournemouth, Dorset, a coastal town famous for its seven-mile stretch of sandy beaches. The town of Bournemouth has a population of roughly 500,000 and is a thriving hub for several industries including the creative, financial, and tourism sectors. Bournemouth University boasts a strong student community with over 19,000 students and more than 2,600 international students. Bournemouth University offers students many innovative and industry-focused programs, with particular strengths in media and communication and technology. Students will benefit from close ties to industry and many of BU's programs offer industry accreditation or placements with over 1,500 industry partners.
Talbot Campus is the main campus for Bournemouth University and hosts the main University buildings including the student union and the main library. It has had many recent updates (2017-2018) and is a self-contained campus located on the boundary of Bournemouth and Poole.
Why Bournemouth University - Talbot
- Campus: Talbot Campus is the main campus for Bournemouth University, and has many of the flagship facilities including the Sir Michael Cobham Library, and the Student Centre.
- Economic Region: Bournemouth is home to UK's fastest growing digital economy, and one of the UK's largest financial centres outside of London.
- Facilities: Talbot Campus houses the main library and student union, alongside SportBU - a fully equipped sport centre and gym.
- Culture: Bournemouth is a cosmopolitan, student-friendly town with a relaxed, beach-side lifestyle. Bournemouth is home to AFC Bournemouth, one of England's newest Premiership football teams and BU's official sport partner.