Bournemouth University

Students' Union

Bournemouth University’s Students’ Union (SUBU) is run by five full-time officers and has over 130 clubs and societies, as well as its student media outlet Nerve Media. The SU exists to represent students at the university, and offers a social hub with bars, cafes and a regular schedule of events.

Student reviewers who had experience with the Union felt represented and enjoyed the facilities and events.

Bournemouth University students on Whatuni say:

“Great Students union.”

“Best experience is the student union programmes.”

“Amazing support from learning support, teachers and friends. I love being a student at the college and being part of the student union makes me stand out more as a college student”

Clubs and Societies

Co-ordinated by the SU and SportBU, sports clubs and societies provide a great opportunity for students seeking to meet like-minded individuals at Bournemouth University. There are currently more than 130 societies and clubs available through the SU, ranging from the Alternative Performance Society to groups for rounders and Quidditch.

The university has had generally positive reviews from student reviewers who have got involved with societies and clubs at BU in particular praising the range of clubs that are available.

Bournemouth University students on Whatuni say:

“Best experience would be the facilities and different societies.”

“A lot of support from societies.”

“The Best Aspect about BU is the community built around the university, whether your Seminar group, Society or people you meet on a night out. Everyone is great and make the experience of BU a positive one.”

City life

Bournemouth is a seaside town on England’s south coast, best known for its long, sandy beaches – indeed, many student reviewers highlighted proximity to the sea as one of their highlights of studying at BU. The town has plenty more to offer, with numerous bars and cafes to enjoy, and London within easy reach for those who fancy a weekend in the capital.

Bournemouth University students on Whatuni say:

“I absolutely love Bournemouth, it's a beautiful and fun place to live. The beach in summer has such a great vibe, there's plenty of restaurants, pubs and bars.”

“Being near the beach is very beneficial when you want to get away from your studies , currently there is a mix of “hybrid learning “ which involves a blend of online and face to face learning.”

“I absolute love the area there is so much to do and it feels like home.”

Cost of a pint This is the average cost of a pint.

Source: IDP Connect 2019

£3.40

per pint