Short Art / Design Study Abroad Programs in UK

Arts University Bournemouth (AUB):
Experience an exciting, educational semester, summer, or academic year abroad by studying at a top arts university on the UK's stunning south coast! Situated less than 2 hours from London, Arts University Bournemouth (AUB) is a leading university that specializes in creative arts, design, performance, and media education. AUB provides short study abroad BA (Hons) courses for U.S., Canadian, and international students who wish to spend time abroad and gain credits towards a university degree. Course subjects include graphic design, interior design, fashion, animation, visual communication, event management, architecture, film production, photography, dance, and more. You may join an existing undergraduate degree program, and work alongside full-time students from the UK and around the world.

BA (Hons) Semester Abroad Programs:
Course Duration: 1, 2, or 3 terms:

Autumn Term Options:
- 1 term from September to December
- 2 terms from September to March
- 3 terms from September to May

Spring Term Options:
- 1 term from January to March
- 2 terms from January to May

Subjects / Degree Fields:
• Acting
• Animation Production
• Architecture
• Creative Events Management
• Commercial Photography
• Costume and Performance Design
• Dance
• Fashion
• Film Production
• Fine Art
• Graphic Design
• Illustration
• Interior Architecture and Design
• Make-up for Media and Performance
• Modelmaking
• Photography
• Textiles
• Visual Communication
• Visual Effects Design and Production

Entry Requirements:
• Your portfolio
• A personal statement
• Letter of recommendation
• Confirmation of IELTS score or equivalent

Optional English Language Programs:
Students with a good portfolio who have not reached the required English Language level for our Study Abroad course, can include additional language teaching to improve their English as part of their course.


Preparation Courses for International Students:

• Preparation for Masters (2 terms)
Designed to help students to secure entry onto a Masters course, this Preparation programme helps you to develop your creative understanding of your chosen subject.

• Portfolio Preparation Art, Design & Media (1 or 2 terms)
The course is for international students who would like to develop their skills to produce work for a portfolio or interview at university.


Specialist 3-Week Summer Programs:
Held in July & August

When you join one of our short summer courses, you have access to the university's state-of-the-art facilities, modern equipment and one of the largest art and design libraries in the south of England. You meet industry professionals and find out why the UK has always been an influential creative resource.

Summer Course Subjects include:
• British Architecture & 3D Design
• Complete Film Making
• Creative Make-Up for Stage and Screen
• Creative Photography Portfolio
• Introduction to Animation
• Introduction to Fashion Design
• Portfolio Preparation for the Creative Arts

We also provide a 2-week Creative Arts Summer School course for students ages 14-15.