Arts University Bournemouth English Requirements
United Kingdom
Arts University Bournemouth (AUB) is a specialist arts university located in Bournemouth, Dorset, United Kingdom, established in 1880. It is ranked as the #2 art and design specialist university in the country (The Times Good University Guide and The Guardian University Guide 2026) and offers courses in art, design, architecture, media, film, and performance at foundation, undergraduate, postgraduate, and research degree levels. AUB's research degrees are awarded in partnership with University of the Arts London.
Quick answer
Arts University Bournemouth accepts IELTS Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced, Cambridge C2 Proficiency, LanguageCert Academic, Oxford ELLT, PTE Academic, and Trinity ISE for international admission. Undergraduate applicants typically need IELTS Academic 6.
Undergraduate requirements
The university-wide standard for first-year international applicants.
| Duolingo English Test | Unknown | |
| TOEFL iBT | Unknown | |
| IELTS Academic | 6 | min 5.5 each band |
| PTE Academic | 64 | min 59 each skill |
| Cambridge C1 Advanced | 180 | |
| Cambridge C2 Proficiency | 200 | |
| LanguageCert Academic | 65 | min 60 each skill |
| Oxford ELLT | 6 | min 5 each skill |
| Trinity ISE | No published minimum |
Graduate requirements
Each graduate and professional school at Arts University Bournemouth sets its own English test requirements; there is no single university-wide graduate minimum. Check the specific school or program you're applying to.
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Frequently asked questions
What IELTS Academic score do I need for Arts University Bournemouth?+
Undergraduate admission to Arts University Bournemouth requires IELTS Academic 6 or higher. Graduate programs may require more, depending on the program.
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