Bournemouth University International College – Kaplan

PROFILE BOURNEMOUTH UNIVERSITY INTERNATIONAL COLLEGE - KAPLAN

locationUnited Kingdom

Ranked #801-850

QS World University Rankings 2026, Bournemouth University.

Ranked =59

Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2025, Bournemouth University

Established in 2013

Year of Establishment

Bournemouth University International College, operated in partnership with Bournemouth University and Kaplan International Pathways, provides on campus pathway and English preparation programmes designed for international students who need academic and English language preparation before progressing to a Bournemouth University degree. It offers Foundation Certificate, International Year One, Pre Master’s, and Pre Sessional English options, with structured support services and guaranteed progression when course and attendance requirements are met. The College is based on Bournemouth University’s Lansdowne Campus, close to the town centre and transport links.

ACHIEVEMENTS

Achievements publicly highlighted for Bournemouth University include measured performance in global ranking systems and impact focused assessments, plus institution level recognitions communicated through official university channels.

  1. Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2025 placements across multiple SDG categories, including a listed overall Impact ranking position.
  2. Reported position of 41st in the UK and top 500 globally in THE World University Rankings 2026, Bournemouth University communication.
  3. Complete University Guide 2025 regional statement: top ten in the South West of England, Bournemouth University communication.

FACILITIES

The International College academic block includes teaching facilities and flexible learning spaces designed to support study outside the classroom, and it is co located with a student residence. Bournemouth University also provides campus facilities across its main sites, including libraries and study spaces. Facilities access depends on programme and campus location.

  1. Teaching rooms
  2. Flexible study spaces
  3. Student Services support areas
  4. Library study spaces
  5. IT and computer access facilities

LOCATION

Lansdowne Campus

Bournemouth Gateway Building, St. Paul’s Lane, Bournemouth, BH8 8GP, United Kingdom

Talbot Campus

Bournemouth University, Fern Barrow, Poole, Dorset, BH12 5BB, United Kingdom

INTAKE & PROGRAMMED OFFERED

Intake

PRE UNIVERSITY

January February March April May June July August September October November December

IELTS: 5.5

UNDERGRADUATE

January February March April May June July August September October November December

IELTS: 6.0

POST GRADUATE

January February March April May June July August September October November December

IELTS: 6.0

Programmes

List of all foundation programmes (points)

  1. Foundation Certificate for Business, Law or Finance
  2. Foundation Certificate for Computing
  3. Foundation Certificate for Events, Tourism and Hospitality Management
  4. Foundation Certificate for Media and Communications
  5. Foundation Certificate for Science

List of all year one programmes (points)

  1. International Year One in Business
  2. International Year One in Media and Communications
  3. International Year One in Tourism and Hospitality

List of other programmes

  1. Pre Sessional English (Fast Track)
  2. Pre Sessional English with Study Skills
  3. Bachelor’s Enhancement Programme
  4. Master’s Enhancement Programme

TUITION FEE & LIVING COST

TUITION FEE

APPLICATION FEE

£260

PRE UNIVERSITY

UNDER GRADUATE

POSTGRADUATE

£16,210 to £17,230 per year

£19,635 to £24,150 per year

£18,900 to £23,000 per year

Living Cost

Approximately £1,171 per month

ACCOMODATION

on-campus
Kaplan Living Bournemouth, Kaplan Living

Modern student residence option marketed for BU International College students, positioned close to the College and Bournemouth town centre. Accommodation pricing is shown as from £7,004, with inclusions listed by Kaplan.

  1. Private bedroom and bathroom
  2. High speed WiFi
  3. All bills included (utilities)
  4. On site staff and security cameras
  5. Social areas and communal facilities
on-campus
Bournemouth University managed accommodation options

Bournemouth University lists multiple accommodation options for BU International College students, including halls and university related housing. Options include ensuite rooms in halls of residence and other managed accommodation types depending on availability and eligibility.

  1. Chesil House
  2. Corfe House
  3. Cranborne House
  4. Dorchester House
  5. Lansdowne Point at Bournemouth University International College
  6. Home Park
  7. Lyme Regis House
  8. Okeford House
  9. Purbeck House
  10. Student Village