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Arts University Bournemouth

Poole

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Brunel University of London

Uxbridge · QS World #353

Head-to-Head Summary

Based on 8 datapoints

We looked at 8 data points — world rankings, student satisfaction, graduate salaries, employment rates, and more — to see which university scores higher in each category.

4/8

Arts University Bournemouth

scored higher in 4 categories

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4/8

Brunel University of London

scored higher in 4 categories

Quick Verdict

Arts University Bournemouth and Brunel University of London are evenly matched: each leads in 4 of 8 categories where both have data. Arts University Bournemouth is ahead on TEF, established, satisfaction, employment; Brunel University of London on international, graduate salary, courses, scholarship.

Arts University Bournemouth vs Brunel University of London at a glance

Arts University Bournemouth and Brunel University of London both teach 8 subject areas, the largest being Design & Fashion, Media & Film Studies and Film Production & Cinematography. Arts University Bournemouth offers 78 courses across 13 subject areas; Brunel University of London offers 373 courses across 62 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,950 a year at Arts University Bournemouth and £17,400 at Brunel University of London: Brunel University of London is about £2,550 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,980 a year at Arts University Bournemouth and £24,800 at Brunel University of London: Arts University Bournemouth is about £4,820 a year cheaper.

Of the 4 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, Brunel University of London is higher in 4 and Arts University Bournemouth in 0. The widest gap is in Business & Management (General): £22,500 three years after graduating from Arts University Bournemouth, against £27,000 from Brunel University of London. Of the 5 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Arts University Bournemouth is higher in 3 and Brunel University of London in 1, with 1 about level.

World & National Rankings

Compare world and national league table positions, TEF ratings, and Russell Group membership.

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QS World
#353
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THE World
#401
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Guardian UK
#69
1883
Established
1966
No
Russell Group
No
Silver
TEF Rating
Bronze

Visual Breakdown

Key metrics at a glance

Longer bars indicate better performance. Metrics include student satisfaction, graduate salaries, and more.

Arts University Bournemouth

Brunel University of London

86.6%
81.7%

Satisfaction

Student satisfaction with teaching (NSS Survey, out of 100%)

£26,900
£35,800

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

81%
79.3%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

13.5%
34.6%

International

International student share

78
373

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

1
22

Scholarships

Number of scholarships

International Community

Where do international students come from?

Top source countries based on official HESA enrolment data. A higher diversity of nationalities often means a richer campus experience.

Arts University Bournemouth

35 countries · 13.5% international

  • 🇨🇳China17.8%
  • 🇮🇳India12.9%
  • 🇺🇸United States8.9%
  • 🇭🇰Hong Kong5%
  • 🌐Iceland3%
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Brunel University of London

81 countries · 34.6% international

  • 🇮🇳India26.2%
  • 🇵🇰Pakistan11%
  • 🇨🇳China6.6%
  • 🇧🇩Bangladesh4.2%
  • 🇭🇰Hong Kong4%

Subjects

8 subjects you can study at both

Courses listed at each university in the subject, and the typical (median) international fee a year. Select a count to see the courses.

Arts University Bournemouth

Brunel University of London

Only at Arts University Bournemouth

Only at Brunel University of London

Fees

What it costs international students

The typical (median) international tuition fee a year across each university's published course fees. Individual courses vary; each course page shows its own fee.

Undergraduate

Arts University Bournemouth
£19,950
Brunel University of London
£17,400

Brunel University of London is about £2,550 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

Arts University Bournemouth
£19,980
Brunel University of London
£24,800

Arts University Bournemouth is about £4,820 a year cheaper.

Outcomes

Graduate outcomes by subject

Median graduate salary three years after graduating, and student satisfaction with teaching, across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject. Source: Discover Uni.

Arts University Bournemouth

Brunel University of London

  • Design & Fashion

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£25,000
    87%Satisfaction88%

  • Film Production & Cinematography

    £21,000Salary (3 years)£25,000
    85%Satisfaction70%

  • Drama & Theatre

    £20,000Salary (3 years)£21,000
    94%Satisfaction81%

  • Business & Management (General)

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£27,000
    84%Satisfaction84%

  • Creative Writing

    No dataSalary (3 years)£24,500
    87%Satisfaction86%

Scholarships for International Students

Exclusive

Arts University Bournemouth

British National Residing Overseas

See details

Deadline: N/A

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Brunel University of London

MBA Scholarship (Full-time & Part-time) September 2026

£14,750

Deadline: Aug 2026

British Council Scholarships for Women in STEM 2026

100%

Deadline: N/A

Brunel Sanctuary Scholarship 2026/27

100%

Deadline: N/A

Brunel University of London and the China Scholarship Council PhD Scholarship 2026/27

100%

Deadline: N/A

Ealing Trailfinders (ETF) & Brunel University of London Rugby Academy Scholarship 2026/27

100%

Deadline: N/A

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FAQ

Arts University Bournemouth vs Brunel University of London: common questions

Is Arts University Bournemouth or Brunel University of London cheaper for international students?

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,950 a year at Arts University Bournemouth and £17,400 at Brunel University of London: Brunel University of London is about £2,550 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,980 a year at Arts University Bournemouth and £24,800 at Brunel University of London: Arts University Bournemouth is about £4,820 a year cheaper. These are medians of the international tuition fees each university publishes for its courses; the fee for a specific course is on its course page.

What subjects can you study at both Arts University Bournemouth and Brunel University of London?

Both universities teach 8 subject areas: Design & Fashion, Media & Film Studies, Film Production & Cinematography, Drama & Theatre, Business & Management (General), Creative Writing, Games Design & Computer Animation and Building & Construction.

Is Arts University Bournemouth or Brunel University of London better for Design & Fashion?

Design & Fashion graduates earn a median £22,500 three years after graduating from Arts University Bournemouth, and £25,000 from Brunel University of London. Student satisfaction with teaching is 87% at Arts University Bournemouth and 88% at Brunel University of London. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

Does Arts University Bournemouth or Brunel University of London offer more courses?

Brunel University of London lists 373 courses on CourseOptions and Arts University Bournemouth lists 78 courses.

What can you study at Arts University Bournemouth but not at Brunel University of London?

Arts University Bournemouth teaches 5 subject areas that Brunel University of London does not, including Fine Art, Architecture, Creative Arts (General), Performing Arts (General) and Personal & Professional Development.

What can you study at Brunel University of London but not at Arts University Bournemouth?

Brunel University of London teaches 54 subject areas that Arts University Bournemouth does not, including General Engineering, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Business Studies, Mathematics, Politics & International Relations, Law, Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation, Civil Engineering and 46 more.

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Arts University Bournemouth78 courses · 1 scholarshipBrowse Courses
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Brunel University of London373 courses · 22 scholarshipsBrowse Courses