International Prospectus 2014-15.pdf - Arts University Bournemouth

We Believe 4We believe in doing one thing brilliantly

We Believe 8We enjoy an international reputationfor supplying the creative industrieswith passionate, knowledgeablegraduates who have the imaginationand expertise they demand.We are one of the UK’s leadingspecialist creative universities.Everything we do is geared toteaching, supporting and inspiringour students to be as creative aspossible in their chosen subject.We’ve been encouraging curiosity, risk-taking andadventure in the arts for over 100 years. Since 1885,we’ve offered high quality specialist education in art,design, media and performance.

We Believe 10We work closely with industry to stay ahead of changingways of working and technology. Alumni come back regularlyas lecturers. Our reputation as a creative centre ofexcellence attracts industry figures to lecture and recruit.We work hard at being excellentWe get consistently good reports fromthe UK’s Quality Assurance Agency,which measures university performance.Their most recent audit gave us theirhighest possible grade. The reportcommended our academic standardsand many features of good practice.Eight of our degree courses have been awardedthe Creative Skillset Tick; the award for practicebased courses which best prepare students for acareer in the creative industries.

We Believe 12We offer an Orientation Programme for all new internationalstudents before the start of the academic year. This is designedto help students meet one another and to feel more settledand comfortable in their new surroundings before theybegin their studies.We’re here to support you. Our InternationalOffice team includes Chinese, Spanish,German and Russian speakers who helpmake students from every country feel athome in the UK.From the moment you arrive until you achieveyour final award, you’ll find we really look afterour international students.Our Student Services team are available tohelp with any personal or academic issues.We offer a Counselling and Wellbeingservice, and a range of topical/relevantworkshops. We offer an inclusive range ofreligious multi- faith events and facilities,including use of a prayer room. Our CareersService will help with work experience, jobhunting and career planning. Our StudentAdvisers can advise on practical issuessuch as accommodation, finance andmedical services.We run specialist courses and workshops inacademic English and study skills to prepareyou for your studies. You can find morestudy tips, and make contact with other newstudents, on our Art of Studying website:theartofstudying.co.ukWe believe in supporting our studentsThe Arts University Bournemouth is onthe official United Kingdom Border Agency(UKBA) sponsors register – so if you needany help or advice with your visa applicationwe are able to help.

We Believe 14Our students give us high marks tooThe National Student Survey gave us thehighest student satisfaction rating amongthe UK’s arts universities.Destination of Leavers in Higher Educationresults showed that 97.7% of our 2011graduates found work or went on tofurther study within six months of graduating.

We Believe 16We believe creativitythrives in the right placeWith a population of around160,000, Bournemouth has all theattractions of a large town withoutthe disadvantages of big city life.

We Believe 18An inspiring areaInternational students love Bournemouth.The area has one of the UK’s highestconcentrations of English LanguageSchools, as well as two universities.A vibrant social scene of bars, clubs and restaurantsThe world’s second largest natural harbourTwo world heritage sites: Stonehenge and the Jurassic coastNearby Poole Harbour is a superblocation for water sports: many studentsexperience windsurfing, sailing,jet skiing, water skiing and kite surfing.

We Believe 20A village of 3500 artistsOur students can use many of thefacilities at neighbouring BournemouthUniversity too: more restaurants,a well-equipped gym and sports hall,and a multi-faith chaplaincy.All our facilities are on a single campus,which makes it a very friendly andwelcoming place. Not only is it home tothe workshops, spaces and lecture hallswhere you’ll study, it’s where you’ll eat,drink and make friends.There’s always something happening:an exhibition, a DJ playing outside, a liveperformance or a charitable fundraiser.To inspire you further we’ve got agallery, a museum and an incrediblywell-stocked library.

We Believe22There’s high demand for places in hallsof residence, but we give priority tooverseas students who apply by thepublished deadline.For students who prefer alternativeaccommodation we have a specialisthouse-hunting website listing registeredproperties from local landlords whichare accredited by the local council:aubstudentpad.co.ukWe’ll help you findthe best homeWe will help you find suitable accommodation inthe local area, we currently have three halls ofresidence with two on campus, and becauseBournemouth and Poole are major touristtowns, there’s a wide range of accommodationto choose from.

We Believe 24Opening in September 2014, ournew halls of residence will provideaccommodation for 378 studentsin the centre of Bournemouth.* Artists impression

We Believe 26Our courses are highly practical.Many of our tutors are active in theircreative profession and know what ittakes to give our students the edgein a competitive creative world.Creative businesses form one of Britain’s mostsuccessful industries, worth over £35 billion andemploying 1.5 million people.We believe in the power of practicalPreparing students for a career in thisdynamic industry is a key feature of ourcourses. We are currently ranked in thetop 10 UK universities for progressioninto employment.We recreate the creativeindustries on campus.Students work with each other acrossdisciplines, exactly as they will in theircareer. They work on projects set byoutside businesses and learn thepractical aspects and demands of thecommercial world.The practical, career focused educationis why our graduates are in such demandfrom the creative industries.

We Believe 28We want to make it as easy as possiblefor our students to express theircreativity and learn the tools of theirchosen subject. The campus housesexcellent spaces for working on projects:dedicated studios, workshops andcomputer suites.We believe in having thebest tools for the jobsWe invest in the latest technologyand equipment so that our students arefamiliar with them when they start workin their chosen profession. As well asstudios, workshops and equipment wehave specialist spaces to inspire you.

We Believe 30A specialist libraryOur Library is one of the largestspecialist art, design, media andperformance libraries outsideLondon. We have course specificsubject librarians to help youdevelop research skills, and showyou how to use traditional andonline information.aub.ac.uk/library

We Believe 32Our international GalleryWe have our own gallery. It’s a uniquespace in the South West for the arts.It showcases work from contemporaryinternational artists and has collectionson loan from other galleries and museums.Artists who have recently shown atThe Gallery include Phillip Townsend;famous for documenting artists likeThe Beatles and The Rolling Stones duringthe 60’s in London and Hew Locke whoseworks are inspired by the Royal Family,empire, and cultural stereotyping.aub.ac.uk/gallery

We Believe 34A unique museumWith over 10,000 items, The Museum ofDesign in Plastics showcases the historyof plastic. It’s the only museum of itskind in the UK and shows students justwhat can be achieved with great design.aub.ac.uk/modipOur own theatreIn addition to creative spaces forperformance such as movement,music, recording, and acting studios,we have a fully equipped black boxtheatre for specialist teaching.We also have our own professionalrehearsal space in one of themost celebrated entertainmentcentres in the south of England;Pavilion Dance.

We Believe 36The University has a thriving StudentUnion involved in a whole host ofactivities such as Freshers events,beach parties, Diversity Week andcultural trips. Access to the gym,sporting facilities and individualsocieties is available at BournemouthUniversity, our neighbouringestablishment, with even moreopportunity to meet their internationalstudent body on a variety of courses.An international communityWith around 3500 students onfull-time courses and a further2000 on part-time courses there isa personal and friendly approach toall activities. We currently have over450 international and continentalEuropean students from around60 countries studying the full rangeof courses at the University.Working across our creativecommunity can offer many globalsocial and employment networksfor your future.

We Believe 38We believe we’re strongerwhen we’re connectedWorking together to achieve moreis the philosophy behind much ofour teaching. We know that in theircareers, our students will work withpeople from many disciplines, so it’simportant to start doing that whilethey are learning.For example Acting students areauditioned to act in films producedby Film students and may besupported by the Costume andMake-Up courses for costumesand styling. Animation studentsoften work with Modelmakingstudents to produce threedimensional animated films.Photography students are alsoinvolved in photographing fashioncollections and catwalk shows.

We Believe 40We win awards tooOur students are renowned for winning prestigiousawards and 2012-2013 has been no exception.Some of our notable achievements this year include:Dancing in the AshesBest Student Short Film – London Short Film Festival 2013,Best Student Fiction Film, RTS National Student AwardsSouthern Centre Awards 2013, Film of the Year –Watersprite International Student Film Festival 2013Winner: Acting – Watersprite International Student FilmFestival 2013, Winner: Production Design, Dec Hardy –Watersprite International Student Film Festival 2013Finalist: Special Recognition & Finalist – Foyle FilmFestival 2012, Longlisted: Short Film Category – BAFTAAwards 2013, Nominated: Writer, Nick Rowland,Dancing in the Ashes – BAFTA Scotland New Talent2013 (Winner TBC).The Honey PlotWinner: Best Student Animation – Royal TelevisionSociety Southern Centre Awards 2013, Nominated:Best 19-25 Animation, Future Film, Animation Awards– BFI Future Film Festival 2013.Emily SquiresFashion Studies Alumnus, an apprentice from SavileRow tailor Henry Poole, has scooped this year’s GoldenShears award for tailoring students and apprentices.Rory Alexander Stewart2011 Film Alumnus has been awarded Best Writerat BAFTA in the Scottish New Talent Awards for theshort film ‘Liar’ which explores a group of Scottishyoungsters testing the limits of their environment.Jonny ClaphamIllustration student won Little White Lies magazine’sonline competition ‘Wreck-It Ralph: 8-Bit Creative Brief.Charlotte Buck and Sophie HuckfieldModelmaking students who created the models forthe National Film and Theatre School’s animatedshort ‘Head over Heels’ – which received an Oscarnomination in the Short Film or Animation category.Joella WheatleyFine Art alumnus was announced as the inauguralrecipient of the Platform Graduate Award 2012 at theawards ceremony at the Modern Art Oxford in November.Joe Baggley and Grace BondThird year Graphic Design Students have been shortlisted inthe Royal Society of Arts Student Design Awards 2013.Sojung Kim - MA IllustrationHighly Commended in The Macmillan Picture Book Award.Lucy DownesTextiles student Lucy Downes has won the Who’s Next Paris/WGSN / Arts Thread Competition. She was selected fromover 60 International Universities/Colleges and will show hercollection of garments at the Paris Fashion Show.AUBShortlisted in the European Excellence Awards forinnovative Who Are You? Competition in November.Voted Number 1 Creative University on the newWhich? University Website in September 2012.Graduate James Norman won Best Game andGameplay at the GAME British Academy VideoGames Awards 2010 for his work on Batman:Arkham Asylum

We Believe 42We support new creative businesses.Our Enterprise Pavilion is a centre for newbusinesses and ideas. The architect-designedspace provides offices, media facilities,exhibition space and meeting areas to awide range of companies.We support new careers tooGraduates are offered a wide range ofmentoring and support to develop theirnew businesses and ideas. In returnthese creative businesses offer workexperience opportunities for our students.As well as start up businesses, the EnterprisePavilion is home to Europe’s largest visual effectsand computer animation company, Framestore.Our partnership with Framestore is fantasticproof of our commitment to finding thebest jobs for our graduates.

We Believe 44Our Graduation Day is an opportunity for familiesto celebrate the students’ academic success in auniquely English setting.The ceremony takes place in the historic churchof Wimborne Minster, a beautiful gothic buildingthat’s over 1000 years’ old. The Minster has beena place of learning since 705 and Henry VII’s queenfounded a school here in 1497. The organ playedduring the ceremony is almost 400 years old.We believe in celebrating successThe presentations are made by the Chairmanof the University, accompanied by the countyHigh Sheriff, a representative of the Queen orthe Lord Lieutenant of Dorset. Mayors from fiveneighbouring towns will be there too.The celebrations continue back at the Universitywhere studios form a graduate showcase offinal year work. You’ll have the chance to talkto tutors and celebrate more English traditionwith champagne, strawberries and cream inthe University gardens.Famous AlumniWolfgang Tillmans, the internationallyrenowned photographer studiedphotography before going on to winthe prestigious Turner Prize in 2000.Simon Beaufoy, studied film beforegoing on to write the screenplay for thefilm ‘Slumdog Millionaire’, which wonan OSCAR for Best Adapted Screenplayat the Academy Awards in Hollywoodin 2009.

Our Courses 46We believe in choiceWe offer courses that cover a broad spectrum of artssubjects. We believe by giving our students a wide rangeof choices they can find a course they really enjoy.All our courses have some things in common.They’re taught by experts in their field, who are active intheir creative profession. They’re practical: we believe thatstudents should be prepared for the real world of creativeindustry. They’re all top quality, mixing good practicalskills with high academic standards. The descriptions inthis prospectus can only give you a taste of our courses.You can find more information on our website. Or call us,we’re always here to answer your questions.Our CoursesPre-Degree CoursesOne to two years see page 48BA (Hons) Degree Courses3 years see page 54Postgraduate/MA Courses1 year see page 90Postgraduate Study MPhil/PhDUsually 3 years duration see page 100Study Abroad and Summer Courses2-30 weeks see page 104English Pre-Sessional Courses4 – 13 weeks see page 108

Our Courses 48Pre-Degree CoursesWhy limit your choices?If you love being creative, it can be hard to decidewhich subject you’d like to specialise in. So don’t decide.Our Pre-Degree courses give you a chance to exploredifferent creative areas before choosing the subject youwant to take a degree in. Or simply enjoy a year of beingcreative before moving on to something else.Outstanding Ofsted resultsAt a recent Ofsted inspection our Pre-Degree courseswere awarded the grade of ‘Outstanding’. This meansthese courses are the best in the UK. Our courses giveyou the benefit of studying on a campus that is dedicatedto the arts. You’ll use the same facilities our degreestudents use. You’ll be able to mix with them and findout what they like about the course – and you can speakto their tutors about your next step.Prepared for university, in the UK and overseasThe courses prepare you for degree study at any university,anywhere in the world. We guarantee any internationalstudents who successfully complete a Pre-Degree course,a place on an Arts University degree in their specialist area.CoursesDiploma in Art and Design– Foundation StudiesExtended Diploma in Art and DesignCertificate in Art, Design and Media with English

Our CoursesDiploma in Art and DesignFoundation Studies50Prepare to tackle a wide range of creative challenges.This one year course will help you develop yourimagination and powers of invention by setting youprojects in a variety of different media. As well as abroad based general course we offer a media optionin film and photography.Stage 1The first step is to broaden your visualunderstanding. You’ll learn how to developand research ideas. We’ll show you how tochoose materials and methods. You’ll alsodiscover how to evaluate and reflect on thework you’ve done. Stimulating workshops inthis stage include: 3D Design, Printmaking,Video, Animation, Life Drawing, Photography,Textiles and Mixed Media.We invite practicing artists, designersand specialist lecturers to deliver thoughtprovoking talks on the possibilities thecreative world has to offer.Media optionWith an international reputation for film andphotography courses, our media option is theperfect place to start if you’ve decided yourcreative talent is best suited in these areas.In Stage 1 you’ll look specifically at 2D projectssuch as photography, video and visual studies/drawing. In Stage 2 you’ll be set projects basedon our more specialist courses in Photographyand Film.aub.ac.uk/fdStage 2For this stage you need to choose a morespecialist Pathway. Each Pathway is broad andexperimental and is managed by a PathwayLeader who is supported by specialist lecturers.You can choose one of seven Pathways.• Illustration• Graphic Design• Fashion, Costume and Textiles• 3D (Art, Craft and Design)• Fine Art• Photography• Film and AnimationStage 3This is your Final Project stage. You will haveover 10 weeks to fulfil a brief you have writtenyourself. The results from this are exhibitedprofessionally in our galleries and studios inshows that attract a large audience.

Our Courses52CertificateArt, Design and Media with EnglishThis intensive six-month course is an exciting opportunityto test your creativity through a series of two-weekprojects in different areas. Like our one-year foundationprogramme, this course allows students to exploreoptions before settling on one specific creative areafor further study.Extended Diploma in Art and DesignIf you’re sure you want a career in the creative industries,this two-year course lets you explore all the possibilitieson a campus that specialises in the arts.Specialist areas include:Graphic Design and Illustration, Photographyand Film, Fashion, Textiles and Jewellery,Drawing and Animation and Modelmakingand Architecture.Build a portfolio and see the UKThroughout the course, students will build aportfolio guided by our experienced tutors.As well as practical help and expert advice,you’ll benefit from two residential trips toLondon. Your work will also feature in apublication at the end of the course thatshowcases work from the whole group.Regular English sessions throughoutthe course will help you develop skills incommunicating effectively in writing andgroup discussions.This varied and practical course leadsdirectly into Higher Education coursesin art, design, media and performance.Many students choose our extendeddiploma as an alternative to stayingat school after GCSE or equivalent.Expert advice helps youmake the right choiceDuring the first year you’ll explore art, designand media, developing your interests andstrengths as our expert tutors guide youthrough the course.At the beginning of the second year, you willhave the chance to decide on you next courseof study by specialising in one of the followingareas:– 3D Design– Illustration and Graphic Design– Fashion, Costume and Textiles– Photography– Fine Art– Film And Animationaub.ac.uk/exStudents who successfully complete thiscourse will be guaranteed a place on therelevant degree course at the AUB.New for January 2015aub.ac.uk/adme

Our Courses 54BA (Hons) DegreesIntroduction to BA (Hons) Degree CoursesOur BA courses offer students a tremendous opportunityto study an arts subject they love on a specialist campus.Collectively, the BA courses form a hot house of creativity,where students from different disciplines are able toexchange ideas on creativity and work together on moreambitious projects.We offer 17 BA degree courses, all studied over threeyears. Most of them include a work placement periodthat gives students the benefit of real experience intheir chosen industry. There are also overseas studyopportunities available through the Erasmus Programme.The high point of your BA will be the final year GraduateShow in June where your work is exhibited in front ofyour peers and potential employers.Eight degree courses have beenawarded the Creative Skillset Tick;Animation ProductionPhotographyCommercial PhotographyCostume with Performance DesignMake-Up for Media and PerformanceGraphic DesignFilm ProductionModelmakingIn addition Acting is recognised byDrama UK and Architecture (Part 1)is accredited by RIBA.CoursesActingAnimation ProductionArchitectureArts and Event ManagementCostume with Performance DesignFashionFilm ProductionFine ArtGraphic DesignInterior Architecture and DesignIllustrationPhotographyCommercial PhotographyMake-Up for Media and PerformanceModelmakingTextilesVisual Communication

Our Courses56BA (Hons)ActingAll the world’s a stage according to Shakespeare, andwe’re all actors. This course shows you what it takes toturn natural talent into a career – and make dreams ofperforming on stage or film a reality. Recent graduateshave appeared in BBC dramas, London’s NationalTheatre tours and the Edinburgh Festival.You’ll learn the voice, movementand singing skills you need as a creativeartist. You’ll try your hand at everythingfrom classical acting to contemporaryperformance, on stage and on film.A practical approach equips you fora variety of rolesShow business is notoriously demanding.We’ll give you practical insights and helpyou build motivation and self-discipline.Even the strong academic element isapproached through practice to underlinethe vocational nature of this course.Your skills will be in demand even whileyou’re here. The University’s Film andMake-Up courses draw on our actors.You’ll work with students from othercourses to create professional productionsin our own studio theatre and other publicvenues. Our students leave with a strongshowreel of filmed work, voice-overs andstills that few other universities can match.aub.ac.uk/baacCourse Facts— 3 year degree— Acting, movement, music/voiceand sounds recording studio— Fully equipped black box theatre— A rehearsal and performance spacein central Bournemouth— Guest Lectures from Industry Professionalsincluding the Artistic Director of GuildfordShakespeare Company— 3/4 performances a year at public venuesin Bournemouth and Poole— Recognised by Drama UKOther courses you might be interested in?— BA (Hons) Costume withPerformance Design - page 64— BA (Hons) Film Production – page 68— BA (Hons) Make-Up for Mediaand Performance - page 78— MA Contemporary Performance - page 98Looking to spend less than six months in the UK tolearn Acting? Take a look at our Study Abroad andSummer Courses (see page 104)

Our Courses 58Course FactsBA (Hons)— 3 year degree— Optional work placement— Annual drawing trips attended by allthree year groups— Main studio provides individual workstations,light box and a computer suite withspecialist software— Work placements in Nanjing China— Exchanges with Kyoto University in Japan— Accredited by Creative SkillsetCareer DestinationsAnimation ProductionBritish animators are sought after across the world.Our graduates enjoy careers as varied as creating digitalmasterpieces with companies like Pixar, or more downto earth animation for UK production houses suchas Aardman, the creators of Wallace and Gromit.Some careers start right here on campus withFramestore, Europe’s leading special effects house.From Japanese anime to Disney, from boxoffice to art house, animation covers anastonishing range of styles that demandcreativity, technical skill and a wealth oftheory. This course explores the wholeproduction process and shows you whatit takes to be a professional animator.Benefit from the best in the businessYou’ll learn a range of techniques, fromtraditional 2D drawn animation to stopmotion,to the latest computer generatedmethods. Before you explore the incrediblepossibilities technology offers, we makesure you have a thorough understandingof fundamental principles through handdrawn animation.You’ll be learning from the best. Illustriousalumni return regularly to share theirexperiences in the animation industryand critique your work. The course hasan international reputation and Skillsetaccreditation. You’ll graduate with an industryfocusedportfolio of work that showcasesyour skills, self-expression and strengths.aub.ac.uk/baan— Director: Fabrique d’Images; Luxembourg— Generalist Artist: Bossa Studios,Shoreditch London— Founder: Karrot EntertainmentAwards— Tech Ex Cup International University StudentVideo Contest; ‘Best Creative Video’ -First Class and Second Class awards,‘Outstanding Tutor Award’ and ‘OutstandingOrganizing Academy Award’— London International Animation Festival; ‘BestCut - Out Animation’— Purbeck Film Festival; ‘Best Animation’— Chitrakatha Student Animation Festival(India); ‘Runner Up for Best Animation’— Hamburg Animation Awards;‘Country Award - Winner’Other courses you might be interested in?— BA (Hons) Modelmaking – page 80— BA (Hons) Film Production – page 68— MA Animation Production – page 92Looking to spend less than six months in the UK tolearn Animation? Take a look at our Study Abroadand Summer Courses (see page 104)

Our Courses60BA (Hons)ArchitectureArchitecture shapes the world we live in. This course givesyou the skills to create challenging and innovative places.Through a process of ‘making and thinking’ you’ll come tounderstand works of architecture as places that house ourlives and challenge our expectations.As well as architectural design, you’llexperiment with drawing, photography,printmaking, modelmaking, video andelectronic media. You’ll learn the importanceof collaboration with other disciplinesby working with students from art, design,media and performance.Following the completion of your degree,most students undertake a one year workplacement in industry before returning tothe Arts University Bournemouth and theirArchitectual pathway by completing Part 2and 3 of their studies with our Master ofArchitecture. The course meets the criteriaset down by the Architects Registration Board(ARB) and the Royal Institute of BritishArchitects (RIBA).One year work placement companieshave included included Hayes Davidson:London, Van Den Pauwert Architects:The Netherlands, Arc3 Architects andSurveyors: London and Zvi Hecker: Berlin.aub.ac.uk/baarCourse Facts— 3 year degree— Trips to Venice Architecture Biennale,Barcelona, Rome, Paris or London— Access to 3D workshops with manualand digital manufacturing equipment— BA Architecture (Part 1) is accreditedby ARB and RIBA— Optional choice to spend one year inindustry after completing the degree beforegoing onto the Master of ArchitectureCareers Destinations— Freelance Architects: BrightSpace Architects,Western Design ArchitectsAwards— RIBA President’s Medal StudentBronze Award; Nominations— TRADA; Timber Innovations Award– ShortlistedOther courses you might be interested in?— BA (Hons) Interior Architectureand Design - page 76— BA (Hons) Modelmaking - page 80— MA Architecture: Spatial Practices - page 98Looking to spend less than six months in the UK tolearn Architecture? Take a look at our Study Abroadand Summer Courses (see page 104)

Our Courses62BA (Hons)Arts and Event ManagementEvents don’t just happen. Shows, exhibitions, musicgigs and events need energetic, creative people to makethem a reality. In this course you’ll develop the skillsand understanding to put on successful events.Previous graduates have used theirskills in organisation, management andsales to work in theatre, for top digitalbusinesses like Spotify, or internationallyrenowned museums.Work together to createsomething specialThrough theory, technique and practice,we’ll help you develop as a successful artsmanager, with plenty to offer the arts andcreative industries. You’ll also develop anentrepreneurial attitude that could helpyou start your own business.Events are organised by teams of peopleworking closely together. On your course,you’ll work closely with other students todevise and deliver an arts event each year.You’ll discover your own specialist interestsand have the satisfaction of seeing theevents you organise go ‘live’.As the 2012 Olympics showed, the UK knowshow to put on a show. Whether you findyourself working for a major fashion houseor a local music festival, this course willequip you with the skills to be a real assetto your team.aub.ac.uk/baevCourse Facts— 3 year degree— 6 week work placement— Trips to Berlin, Paris or Malta—Mac Suite, dedicated telephone networkaccess to lighting, sound, projection,staging and exhibition materials.Career Destinations— Project Manager: Exhibition RoadCultural Group— Designer and Director: NPB(Design Company) and Sui-Shi Domes— Founder: Jimmy’s Iced CoffeeOther courses you might be interested in?— BA (Hons) Fine Art - page 70— MA Arts Management - page 98Looking to spend less than six months in the UK tolearn about a related subject? Take a look at ourStudy Abroad and Summer Courses (see page104)

Our Courses64BA (Hons)Costume with Performance DesignGraduates from this course have gone on to cut costumesfor major Hollywood films or careers in London’sprestigious Saville Row. Although the course focuses oncostume and sets for shows, films and new performancedisciplines, the skills you learn will prepare you for a widerange of other careers.Costume is a diverse and demandingsubject – you need to be interested in art,design and all types of performance.You’ll discover how to create whole newworlds on this exciting and creative course.As well as technical skill, you’ll learn thatgreat design depends on your abilityto interpret ideas and we place a realemphasis on conceptual work.Work as a team, succeed as an individualYou’ll work alongside students from theFilm, Make-Up, and Acting courses on stageand film productions. While your eventualcareer may not be in both design and making,we believe that understanding the overallproduction process is what sets our studentsapart and gives them an edge.aub.ac.uk/bacoCourse Facts— 3 year degree— Opportunity for a select group of studentsto spend 2-3 months on placement in aUSA University on a similar course— Regular trips to theatre productionsin London— Open plan studio spaces, industrial sewingmachines, dye room and Studio Theatre— Accredited by Creative SkillsetCareer Destinations— Assistant Project Manager:Set Square Staging— Freelance Costume Designer:UK Tour of Lion King— Costumer Cutters:Les Miserables FilmAwards— Brancott Estate World of WearableArt Awards, New Zealand— Worshipful Company of Glovers of London;Dents Prize for Most Commercial Design— Podium Awards; Bronze in Be A ChampionAward for Successful Student Led Activity— Podium Awards; Silver Medal inCreative Cultural Project Award— Prime Cuts Festival Free Range;Best Costume— The Patterns of Fashion CostumeSociety Award; Runner UpOther courses you might be interested in?— BA (Hons) Fashion - page 66— BA (Hons) Textiles - page 86— MA Costume Scenography - page 98Looking to spend less than six months in the UKto learn about Costume? Take a look at our StudyAbroad and Summer Courses (see page 104)

Our Courses66BA (Hons)FashionThis dynamic course gives you the skills needed for acareer in the fast moving world of 21st century fashion.Fashion at AUB responds quickly to changing demandsand opportunities, we have a reputation for producing‘industry ready’ graduates. Recent graduates have wonwork with UK and international brands such as Burberry,Ralph Lauren and Net a Porter.The global fashion industry dependson individuals who want to make a realdifference through their work. You’ll beencouraged to challenge assumptions,think unpredictable thoughts, and takecreative risks. You’ll learn craft skills andways of thinking that shape your own‘design philosophy’ as you build towardsa specialism.Develop a creative andentrepreneurial outlookThe journey from design to shop windowor fashion catwalk is fascinating.You’ll discover the complexities of buying,selling and promotion – and the needto be entrepreneurial.As you start to specialise you’ll think aboutpossible careers. Our graduates have foundwork as designers, pattern cutters, garmenttechnologists, product developers, fashionbuyers, merchandisers, promotersand more.aub.ac.uk/bafsYou may choose to complete your degreein one of our specialist pathways:*Course FactsBA (Hons) Fashion (Design)BA (Hons) Fashion (Design Technology)BA (Hons) Fashion (Image and Communication)BA (Hons) Fashion (Product)— 3 year degree— Industry Placements— Visits to International Fashion Cities,Graduate Fashion Week, Catwalk showand Static ExhibitionsCareer Destinations— Designer: Lacoste— Visual Merchandiser: Ralph Lauren— Senior Assistant Photography and Styling:Burberry— Studio Producer: Net a Porter— Designer: Abercrombie and Fitch USA— Designer: Ted Baker— Marketing Assistant: Top Shop— Design Assistant: Day Birger et Mikkelsen— Childrenswear Designer: John LewisAwards— London Graduate Fashion Week;Nominations— British Fashion Council; Warehouse DesignCompetition FinalistOther courses you might be interested in?BA (Hons) Costume with Performance Design- page 64BA (Hons) Textiles - page 86MA Costume Scenography- page 98MA Fashion - page 98Looking to spend less than six months in the UKto learn about Costume? Take a look at our StudyAbroad and Summer Courses (see page 104)*Specialist pathways subject to validation

Our Courses 68Course FactsBA (Hons)Film ProductionThe University has an international reputation inthe film business. Recent graduates have worked onOscar-winning productions such as ‘The Hurt Locker’,BBC documentaries and dramas, and for major studiossuch as Dreamworks. AUB even has a branch ofFramestore, Europe’s leading special effectscompany, on campus.As one of the few courses in the UK withSkillset Accreditation, Film Productiongives you practical experience of the manyaspects of filmmaking. You’ll learn theskills needed to take on key creative andproduction roles in both live action dramaproductions and documentaries.Practical film skills for a wide rangeof productionsCreating any sort of film depends on a teamof technically gifted individuals workingtogether. You’ll discover the entire processof film production and the relationshipbetween the various roles and stages includingdesigning, editing, sound, cinematography,production and direction.After Year 1 you’ll specialise in your chosenarea and learn the technical and craft skillsyou need to contribute to visually excitingand engaging films that entertain andchallenge audiences.— 3 year degree— Optional work placement— 3 film studios, professional filmmakingequipment, editing suites, productionhub and recording booths— Accredited by Creative Skillsetaub.ac.uk/bafpCareer Destinations— Sound Editor: ‘Slumdog Millionaire’,‘Shaun of the Dead’, ‘Hot Fuzz’— Writer/Director: Shaun of the Dead, Hot Fuzz,Writer ‘Tintin’— Director: ‘The Killing’ and ‘Bora Bora’— Boom Operator: ‘The Hurt Locker’‘The Sweeney’, Recordist ‘Men Don’t Lie’,‘The Glowing Hours’— Partner/Co Founder: BOKO Creative,BOKO Advertising— Film Editor: Finnish TV— Prop Assistant: ‘Les Miserables’— Sound Assistant: Fast and Furious 6Awards— 21st Madrid Experimental Cinema Week;The Audience Award— The Cambridge International Student FilmFestival; Best Cinematographyat Waterspite Festival— The National Student Film Festival;Screentest Festival-Best Sci-Fi Fantasy— Best Performance (Ensembles);Nominee, Best Production Design, Nominee— Exposures Film Festival Manchester;Best Screenplay - Award Nominee— Kodak Student Commercial Awards;Third Place OverallBest in Brief Award - 1st Place— Cinematography;1st Place - Best in Craft Award1st Place New York City InternationalFilm Festival - Best Student Film AwardOther courses you might be interested in?— BA (Hons) Animation Production - page 58— MA Film Production - page 96— MA Animation Production - page 92Looking to spend less than six months in the UK tolearn about Film? Take a look at our Study Abroadand Summer Courses (see page104)

Our Courses72BA (Hons)Graphic DesignGraphic design is about communicating to inform,educate, entertain, and persuade (or even a combinationof all of these). Our graduates go on to play an active rolein a wide range of communications business fromad agencies to design houses, publishers to packaging.And many set up their own companies.Experimentation and discovery areimportant values on this course.There’s no ‘right answer’ and you’ll besupported to find your own path as youlearn more skills. As well as developingcreative design strategies, we encourageyou to bring your own experiences andinterests to your work.Work with real businesses to developcritical skillsAs a graphic designer, you’ll have to makedecisions in complex and unpredictablesituations. You’ll have to react quickly to newinformation, evolving briefs and advancesin technology. On the course you’ll learn toinnovate under pressure and handle issuessuch as user-centred design, sustainability,emerging technology, service design,information design and interactive design.You will discover your own approach tovisual problem solving and graduate with thetechnical, critical, and conceptual skills, highlyprized by industry.aub.ac.uk/bagdYou may choose to complete your degree in oneof our specialist pathways:*Course Facts— 3 year degree— Professional placements— Trips to London or New York— Accredited by Creative Skillset.BA (Hons) Graphic Design (Motion Graphics)BA (Hons) Graphic Design (Branding)BA (Hons) Graphic Design (Information Graphics)BA (Hons) Graphic Design (Editorial Design)Career Destinations— Senior CGI Designer: The Mill - Los Angeles— Creative Director: BBC London— Art Editor: Icon Magazine— Junior Graphic Designer: YammayapAwards— National YCN Student Awards Competition;Commendations— Design Charts Website; 18th most visitedsite worldwide for one week in May 2012— D&AD New Blood; Best of Year Awards andYellow Pencil Award for AdvertisingOther courses you might be interested in?— BA (Hons) Visual Communication - page 88— BA (Hons) Illustration - page 74— MA Design Interactions - page 98— MA Graphic Design - page 99Looking to spend less than six months in the UKto learn Graphic Design? Take a look at our StudyAbroad and Summer Courses (see page 104)*Specialist pathways subject to validation

Our Courses 74BA (Hons)IllustrationIllustration is a way of seeing and understanding the world.Through a variety of techniques, traditional and digital,you’ll discover how to connect with different audiences.Our Illustration graduates have gone on to work withpublishers, animators, creative agencies or digitalbusinesses - and many go on to enjoy successas independent illustrators.There are no rules in illustration. On thiscourse you’ll explore the excitement ofblurring boundaries between contemporarydisciplines. You’ll challenge and interrogatethe way we think about imagery and style.Explore creativity and work on live briefsIn our creative studio environment, you’lllearn to experiment, test and develop yourwork. You can explore drawing, painting andprintmaking, as well as photographic, digital,video and interactive media. As part of yourwork experience you’ll have the chance towork on ‘live’ project briefs for businesses.You’ll be able to enter competitions, exhibitin London shows, and work closely withother students to form illustration collectives.Our tutors will help you develop into aconfident individual with the skills and ideasneeded to make a success of your careerwithin the creative industries.aub.ac.uk/bailCourse FactsYou may choose to complete your degreein one of our specialist pathways:*— 3 year degree— Trips to Prague, Amsterdam or Barcelona— Multi-use studio spaces, specialist printareas, a wet area for paint based andprint based work— Exchanges with Kyoto University in JapanBA (Hons) Illustration (Animation)BA (Hons) Illustration (Printmaking)Career Destinations— Freelance Illustrator: Carluccios, Marks andSpencer’s and Jamie Oliver— Senior Interactive developer:Qwiki, New York— Motion Designer: Channel 4— Freelance Illustrator: Waitrose, PenguinBooks and The IndependentAwards 2012/2013— Macmillan Prize Childrens Picture BookIllustration; Second Prize andHighly Commended— D&AD ‘Little White Lies’;Competition Winner— D&AD New Blood; Best of Year Awards— Uncover South West Film Competition;Winner— Columbia Records The Ting Tings album‘Sounds from Nowheresville’;Artwork created by a 2nd Year StudentOther courses you might be interested in?— BA (Hons) Graphic Design - page 72— BA (Hons) Visual Communication - page 88— MA Illustration - page 98— MA Graphic Design - page 99Looking to spend less than six months in the UK tolearn Illustration? Take a look at our Study Abroadand Summer Courses (see page 104)*Specialist pathways subject to validation

Our Courses76BA (Hons)Interior Architecture and DesignHow we feel about the spaces we live, work and play inis becoming increasingly important. On this challengingcourse you’ll find answers to contemporary designproblems. Your studies will prepare you to work for adiverse range of creative businesses. Recent graduateshave worked for design companies such as Conran,international brands such as Wedgwood, and high profile,international communications agencies.Working in a lively studio environment,you’ll use creative and practical skills toprogress from project concept to projectpresentation. From day one you’ll be amember of a design team, briefed withclear objectives and deadlines.Diverse skills for a wide rangeof opportunities.You’ll study technical and free drawing,modelmaking, and digital skills. You’ll explorematerials and finishes, texture and colour.You’ll learn about construction techniques,building regulations and health and safetyissues. You’ll also look at the importance ofpresentation skills, client relationships andprofessional development. In short, you willbecome a professional designer and findyour own direction in this diverse andcreative profession.aub.ac.uk/baiaCourse Facts— 3 year degree— 4 week work placement— Visits to galleries, museums and shows— Dedicated design studio, computer suite andstate of the art digital manufacturing suites— Course trips have included New Yorkand ParisCareer Destinations— Product Re-Branding and ShowroomDesign: Wedgewood— Set and Performance Design:English National Opera— Transportation and Hospitality Design:Formula One— Lighting Design for 2012 London Olympics:Sutton Vane Associates— Advertising, Marketing and Event Design:Exposure— Furniture and Public Art: Fred Baier— Commercial Retail Design: GenslerAwards— Free Range; Best Model in Show for‘Travelling Studio’ ProjectOther courses you might be interested in?— BA (Hons) Architecture - page 60— BA (Hons) Modelmaking - page 80— BA (Hons) Textiles – page 86— MA Architecture: Spatial Practices - page 98Looking to spend less than six months in the UKto learn about a related subject? Take a look at ourStudy Abroad and Summer Courses (see page 104)

Our Courses 78BA (Hons)Make-Up for Media and PerformanceSpectacular make-up and dramatic special effects cantransform a production. Recent graduates have goneon to work with leading prosthetics companies, on filmssuch as Les Miserables, and at top UK studios Pinewoodand Shepperton.Make-Up for Media and Performancegives you the skills needed to play a keycreative role in performance, fashion,film or television. The make-up artist isan important member of any productionteam and you’ll work with studentsstudying acting, film production,costume and fashion to create ‘live’collaborative projects.Diverse skills for a wide range ofcreative industriesOn this course you’ll learn a diverse rangeof make-up skills. You’ll study make-upand hair design for drama, ballet, operaand music. A different perspective willgive the skills for fashion and photographyshoots. You’ll also look at creating specialeffects and prosthetic make-up for filmand television.In short, you’ll develop skills that are areal asset to a wide range of performanceindustries, from theatre to TV, from themusic business to the world of fashionand film.aub.ac.uk/bamuCourse Facts— 3 year degree— Work placements in the first year— Trips to New York or London— State of the art make-up studios, workshopwith space for life casting, mould making,prosthetics and wig drying cabinet— Black box theatre with backstagemake-up facilities— Accredited by Creative SkillsetAwards— Illamasqua ‘Distinction in Make-UpArtistry’; FinalistOther courses you might be interested in?— BA (Hons) Acting - page 56— BA (Hons) Costume with PerformanceDesign - page64Looking to spend less than six months in the UK tolearn Make-Up? Take a look at our Study Abroadand Summer Courses (see page 104)

Our Courses80BA (Hons)ModelmakingFrom making props for Harry Potter to creating windtunnel models for Formula One, modelmaking at AUBprepares students for an exciting range of careers.It’s one of the top European courses in its field,challenging students to create a diverse world of models.You’ll learn to use a wide range oftechniques and materials. We’ll buildthe project management skills neededfor careers in the media, architectureand exhibition design. We’ll equip youto become an independent thinker,capable of solving problems and takingimaginative leaps in creative design.Practical experience leadingto exciting careersModelmaking is a team effort. You’ll work onlive projects with students from other coursesparticularly our renowned Animation course.And you’ll broaden your outlook with trips togalleries and studios in places like New York,Prague and Rome.We have strong links with the creativeindustries and you’ll be offered workexperience with leading companies in the UKand abroad. Graduates have gone on to workon films such as Thor or Captain America, withmajor architects like Foster + Partners, andprojects as diverse as NASA, The Eden Projectand 2012 Olympics.aub.ac.uk/bamoCourse Facts— 3 year degree— Optional work placements— Trips to New York, Prague or Rome— Purpose built studios with 3D laser scanning— Accredited by Creative SkillsetCareer Destinations— Owner: Architectural Modelmaking company— Mould Maker: Spartan Games— Set and Props Maker: Disney PlayhouseAwards— New Blades; Best of Show runner up,Best Architectural model, Best Sculpture,Best Application of New TechnologyOther courses you might be interested in?— BA (Hons) Animation Production – page 58— BA (Hons) Architecture - page 60— BA (Hons) Film Production – page 68— MA Animation Production – page 92— MA Film Production – page 96Looking to spend less than six months in the UK tolearn Modelmaking? Take a look at our Study Abroadand Summer Courses (see page104)

Our Courses 82BA (Hons)PhotographySome of the world’s leading photographers such asNick Knight started their careers at the Arts University.Their influence on contemporary culture is one of thethings you’ll study on this fascinating and creative course.You’ll mix theory and research with practical work to geta rounded view of photography and it’s place in society.We believe it’s vital you learn to expressyour individual creativity to achieve yourpersonal ambitions. We encourage youto take risks and be open-minded aboutthe possibilities.Express yourself and discovera world of optionsYou’ll look at historical and critical approachesto photography and face the challenge ofputting your own work in a critical context.Our expert tutors will give you a richunderstanding of photography and howit fits within our visual culture.As you learn, you will discover how yourexpertise can lead to a broad range ofprofessional opportunities. Our graduateshave enjoyed careers in many areas ofphotography both in the UK and abroad.They have gone on to work as freelancephotographers and assistants, artists,curators, teachers, art therapists, writers,filmmakers, web designers and more.aub.ac.uk/baphCourse Facts— 3 year degree— Students can complete a maximum of sixweeks work experience each academicyear in the UK or overseas— Trips to New York, Moscow, Krakow,Amsterdam or Berlin— Wet and dry black and white darkrooms,5 studios, digital suite and analogue coloursuite with 12 darkrooms— Accredited by Creative SkillsetCareer Destinations— Owner: Photography and Video ProductionCompany – Tomandsteve— Advertising Director: Ben Dawkins— Owner and Curator: FQ Projects, Shanghai— Fine Art Photography Consultant: IndiaAwards— RELAYS Volunteer Award;Outstanding Contributionto Cultural Legacy in the South West— Association of PhotographersStudent Awards; NominationsOther courses you might be interested in?— BA (Hons) Commercial Photography- page 84— MA Photography - page 98Looking to spend less than six months in the UKto learn Photography? Take a look at our StudyAbroad and Summer Courses (see page 104)

Our Courses 84BA (Hons)Commercial PhotographyThe commercial world relies on powerful imagery to givenews stories and brand messages impact. Our graduateshave used their skills to create images for internationalmagazines and newspapers, picture desks, ad agencies,fashion houses and more.On this course we aim to develop avisually expressive generation of fashion,documentary, editorial, portrait andadvertising photographers. We’re lookingfor people who want to push creativeboundaries, challenge perceptions and setthe agenda for commercial photography.Create images that change worldsYou’ll gain a broad understanding ofphotographic practice and theory as we guideyou towards a career in the creative industries.You’ll graduate confident in the creative andcritical visual language needed to work withteams in your chosen field.Employment prospects are very good –even before you graduate. In recent yearsmore students have won commissionsand published while still on the course.They’ve won prestigious competitions too.Career options are varied and our graduateshave gone on to work as photographerswith agencies, as picture editors, or evenset up their own freelance businesses.aub.ac.uk/bacpCourse Facts— 3 year degree— 4 week work placement— Trips to New York or London— Five dedicated photographic studios;colour and black and white darkrooms— Accredited by Creative SkillsetCareer Destinations— Art Buyer: Mother Advertising Agency— Studio Assistants: Sunbeam PhotographicStudio, London— Stylists: Fashion Magazines— Photographic Assistants for a rangeof Global Photographic companiesAwards— 155th RPS International Print Exhibition;Silver Award— The Times - Eureka Young Photographerof the Year; Overall and Project Winner— Association of PhotographersStudent Awards; NominationsOther courses you might be interested in?— BA (Hons) Photography - page 82— MA Photography - page 98Looking to spend less than six months in theUK to learn Photography? Take a look atour Study Abroad and Summer Courses(see page 104)

Our Courses86Course FactsBA (Hons)Textiles‘Made in Britain’ is a label sought after throughoutthe world. The UK textile industry offers graduates anopportunity to work with businesses that range fromfashion to interiors.On this course you’ll learn practical,professional and entrepreneurial skillsthat equip you to work as part of a team,or even set up your own business.Traditional skills and a modern outlookThe syllabus is a broad reaching creative studyof the discipline and its applications including:surface print, stitch embellishment, dyeingand mixed media construction. You’ll have thechance to focus on a variety of specialist areas,including textiles for fashion, textilesfor interiors and textiles as design/crafts.Traditional skills are taught together withexpertise in design development, productionand contemporary invention. Whether you goon to work for a retail brand or an internationaldesign house, we will prepare you for thechallenges the creative textile industry holds.— 3 year degree— 2-4 week work placement—Trips to Paris, Florence, Barcelonaor New York— Digital fabric printers and laser cuttingmachinery— Internships with Textiles Companiesin Ningbo China— Collaborations with staff and studentsat Zheijiang Universityaub.ac.uk/batxCareer Destinations— Textile Designer and Illustrator (wallpapersand fabrics): Paper Moon— Studio Assistant (Interior fabrics andwallpapers): Sanderson’s— Production Fabric Cutter (furnishing fabrics):Wow Workroom— Designer (fashion fabrics): G.M. SyntexMumbai, India— Agent (styling, make-up, and creativedirection): CLM London— Assistant Buyer: Brand AllyAwards— Hallmark Prize for 2013Wrap and Card Collection; Winner— Selvedge Magazine Scarf Competition;Winner— Crafts Council Hothouse Scheme: Winner— Five students have been selected forinterview to exhibit their work at theTexprint Awards; Trade Shows in Hong Kongand ParisOther courses you might be interested in?— BA (Hons) Costume with PerformanceDesign - page 64— BA (Hons) Fashion - page 66— BA (Hons) Interior Architecture and Design- page 76— MA Fashion - page 98Looking to spend less than six months in the UKto learn Textiles? Take a look at our Study Abroadand Summer Courses (see page 104)

Our Courses88BA (Hons)Visual CommunicationFrom the icons on your smartphone to the signsin an airport, from the logo on a cola to the typeon your favourite magazine, visual communicationsplay a powerful part in shaping our choices.Visual Communications combines skills inillustration, graphic design, typographyand digital design to create images thatpersuade or inform. From the start, thecourse focuses on hand drawn imageryto develop a feel for the shapes and stylesthat connect with audiences.Practical experiences to develop your skillsWe’ll help build your visual awareness andunderstanding of the world around you.As well as plenty of theory and debate,you’ll have the chance to work on livebriefs with other students and find workplacements in creative businesses.Visual Communications underlines theimportance of good ideas. You’ll leavewith all the practical skills you need towork in a vibrant and exciting industry.Our graduates work as freelancers, in smalldesign companies and with larger firms,both locally and internationally.aub.ac.uk/bavcCourse Facts— 3 year degree— Work placement in the second year— Trips to Amsterdam, New York or Berlin— Large format printing facilities,laserjets, bookbinding, letterpressand traditional printCareer Destinations— Creative Director: Thinking Juice,Bournemouth— Designer: Made by Many, London— Junior Designer: Mother, London— Middle Weight Designer: Flourish, Bristol.— Designer: GQ MagazineAwards— D&AD New Blood; Best of Year AwardsOther courses you might be interested in?— BA (Hons) Graphic Design - page 72— BA (Hons) Illustration - page 74— MA Design Interactions - page 94— MA Graphic Design - page 98— MA Illustration – page 98Looking to spend less than six months in theUK to learn a related subject ? Take a look atour Study Abroad and Summer Courses(see page 104)

Our CoursesPostgraduate/MAsIntroduction to Postgraduate study90An MA is a chance to build on your achievements andstudy at an advanced level. Our courses are for studentswho want to deepen their understanding of a subject.As well as graduates from related courses, our MAs alsoattract students from a wide range of arts and humanitiesbackgrounds, who have the discipline to study but wantto broaden their knowledge in a new area. Collaborativeworking offers our academic high flyers tremendouspotential for innovation and creativity. Our supervisorswill also challenge you to redefine your individualapproach to your subject as you embrace theopportunity to focus on your chosen field.ScholarshipsThere are a limited number of scholarships available forPostgraduate study. Details can be found on our website.CoursesMA Animation Production (new for 2013)MA Design Interactions (new for 2013)MA Film Production (new for 2013)MA Architecture: Spatial PracticesMA Contemporary PerformanceMA Costume ScenographyMA FashionMA Fine ArtMA Graphic DesignMA IllustrationMA Interactive MediaMA Photography

Our Courses 92MAAnimation ProductionThis MA in Animation Production allows students witha degree in animation or a related subject, to take theirskills and knowledge to the next level. We’ll show youhow to refine and invigorate your working practices inanimation. You’ll be able to specialise more and really honeyour abilities through the production of a film or body ofanimation work.aub.ac.uk/maanAUB has a terrific reputation as a placeto study animation. As well as the latestfacilities in our studios, we also have anoutpost of Europe’s largest special effectsproduction house, Framestore, on campus.As well as benefitting from the wide rangeof skills and interests in our strong courseteam, you’ll also learn from Visiting Tutorsand industry specialists. Recent visitorsinclude award-winning animators BillPlympton, Barry Purves, Joanna Quinnand Suzie Templeton.Who is it for?The MA is a chance for students to pursuespecialist interests in animation. Most ofour students already have animation skillsor a degree in a related subject such asDigital Media, Graphics, or Illustration.We will consider good graduates from otherdisciplines, but a good understanding of theanimation production process is essential.

Our Courses 94MADesign InteractionsDesign is no longer just about tangible objects;it covers every aspect of human activity. Our new MAin Design Interaction develops designers’ ability to helppeople navigate a whole range of different activities.By exploring how to balance the needs of businessesand users, the course broadens designers’ skills inmeeting the challenges of converging communication,functionality, and task and system-based thinking.This course provides a creative and wellsupportedspace where designers fromdifferent disciplines can work together toexperience, challenge and test ideas thatblur the boundaries between productand interaction.Students will explore an increasinglyconnected world, including the networkingof products, and the interactions betweenproducts and users. They will investigatesocial need, cultural and environmentalimpact and how radical creative thinkinghelps them deliver real world solutions.Who’s it for?Design Interactions is the logical step up forpeople with a background in design or mediawho want to broaden their horizons and openup new career opportunities in an increasinglyconnected world. If you have experience inproduct design, graphic design, new media orweb design, this MA will stretch your thinkingand give you a fresh perspective on design.aub.ac.uk/madi*Subject to validation

Our Courses 96MAFilm ProductionMA Film Production is a ‘hands on‘ film production coursethat encourages originality and creative exploration.We have an excellent track record in producing industrytalent and we look forward to honing your filmmakingskills over an intensive 15-month course.This MA has been designed by practicingfilm professionals to prepare studentsfor a career in the exciting, but capriciousworld of professional storytelling forthe screen. Our team will develop yourunderstanding of film making by helpingyou explore and pushing craft knowledgeand its creative boundaries.In an industry where new and emergingfilmmakers have little or no chance tolearn on the job, this course gives youthe production experience expectedof you as a professional filmmaker.aub.ac.uk/mafpThe course offers specialist pathways:⎯MA Film Production – Producing⎯MA Film Production – DirectingFrom 2014/15 these pathways will beexpanded to further areas:2014⎯MA Film Production – Production Design⎯MA Film Production – Cinematography⎯MA Film Production – Editing⎯MA Film Production – Sound Design2015⎯MA Film Production – Documentary⎯MA Film Production – Screenwriting*Subject to validation

Our Courses100MPhil/PhDIntroduction to Research DegreesIf you aspire to know your subject in greater depth ormake a significant academic contribution, a researchdegree could be the answer.The format of study is very different from a taught degree.You will design your own programme of independentresearch, or creative work guided by your Director ofStudies and highly experienced supervisors. Together theywill help you define what is original about your researchand how best to present your arguments: either as apurely written thesis or combined with creative work.We offer an exciting opportunity for students wishingto undertake postgraduate research within or acrossthe following subjects:Animation: history, theory and practiceFashion: history and theory, 19th century to the presentFilm: history, theory and practiceFine Art: context and practiceHistory of ArtPhotography: history, theory and practiceSpatial practices: architectural and urban history,theory and practice

Our Courses 102Our research degrees are awarded thoughour partnership with the University of theArts London. This partnership combines thebenefit of studying at a specialist Universityin the beautiful surroundings of Bournemouthwith the research opportunities offered bya large London University.To find out more about ourResearch Degrees contact Valerie Lodge:email: vlodge@aub.ac.ukor telephone + 44 1202 363334aub.ac.uk/resResearchMPhil/PhDYou must successfully complete a full-time, one yearMPhil before beginning your PhD. The complete processusually takes three years.Because a research degree demands a new set of skills,we offer training in research methods, presentationand writing skills, in association with the Universityof the Arts London.

Study Abroad and Summer Courses104Study Abroad andSummer CoursesIntroduction to Study Abroad and Summer CoursesStudy AbroadStudy Abroad Courses are for students who want to spendtime learning in the UK, but do not necessarily want tospend as much as 2-3 years studying. Our courses offerstudents the opportunity to study at the Arts UniversityBournemouth for 10 - 30 weeks. We offer Study AbroadCourses both with and without English.Summer CoursesWe offer a range of 1-5 week creative Summer Coursesduring July and August. These courses provide awonderful study opportunity; giving individuals(minimum 16 years of age) the experience of studyingin a University environment with access to our world-classfacilities, highly acclaimed teaching staff, visiting lecturersand specialist learning resources.

Study Abroad and Summer Courses 106Study AbroadOur Study Abroad Courses are suited to students whowant to spend time learning in the UK, over 1, 2 or 3 termson the following full-time courses:– BA Preparation Art, Design and Media– BA (Hons) Courses– Pre-Masters CoursesSummer CoursesWe offer a range of 1-5 week creative Summer Coursesin the following subject areas:– Architecture– Interior Architecture– Millinery– Costume– Portfolio Preparation– Fashion– Film Making– Photography– Make-Up– Tailoring– Textile Design– English + Art & DesignBespoke Study Abroad CoursesIf you are looking for a more specificcourse designed around your individuallearning needs, we can offer you a bespokeprogramme. Students can also join a rangeof existing courses and receiveone-to-one tuition.Bespoke Summer CoursesWe are able to design and deliver bespokecourses for groups of individuals, with studyoptions to fit a specific subject, curriculumtopic or level of learning.To find out more about our Study Abroadcourses visit aub.ac.uk/studyabroadTo find out more about our SummerCourses visit aub.ac.uk/summercourses

English Language Levels 108English Language LevelsIt is really important that students havesufficient English language skills to keepup with their studies. The required Englishlanguage score depends on your level of study.Diploma Course level andStudy Abroad programmesIELTS 5.5 or equivalentDegree level (1st year entry)IELTS 6.0 or equivalentTaught Postgraduate levelor Second Year Degree level entryIELTS 6.5 or equivalent.Research Postgraduate levelIELTS 7.0 or equivalentThose students that require a visa for theUK will also need to achieve a level for eachcomponent (reading, writing, listeningand speaking).English Pre-Sessional coursesThe University offers a range of Pre-SessionalEnglish courses for students who either wishto enhance their language and study skills orwho need to improve their English languagelevel prior to starting their full-time course.The courses are either delivered at our partnerlanguage school, Anglo-Continental Schoolof English or at the University. Studentsare assessed by course work and theircommitment to their studies. No additionalIELTS exam is required.The Pre-Sessional courses have beenspecifically designed for students studyingcreative subjects and will include somespecialist lectures, arts-based projects andtexts. All students studying with our partnerbelong to the University community from dayone and will have full access to the Universitycampus facilities and will meet regularly withour International Student Adviser.Please note we do accept a rangeof English language tests includingTOEFL and Pearson.The following courses are available:Pre-Degree (Foundation Diploma andExtended Diploma) Courses and StudyAbroad programmes13 week General English Intensive coursefor students with a minimum overall IELTSscore of 4.5 and a minimum score of 4.0in each component.Or5 week General English Intensive coursefor students with a minimum overall IELTSscore of 5.0 and a minimum score of4.5 in each component.Undergraduate students (All BA (Hons)courses – first year entry only)8 week General Intensive course for studentswith a minimum overall IELTS score of 5.0 anda minimum score of 4.5 in each componentleading to the 5 week Pre-Sessional course.Total 13 weeks.Or5 week Pre-Sessional course with a minimumoverall IELTS score of 5.5 and a minimum scoreof 5.0 in each component.Postgraduate students (All MA courses)8 week General Intensive course leading to the5 week Pre-Sessional course for students witha minimum overall IELTS score of 5.5 and aminimum score of 5.0 in each component.Total 13 weeks.Or5 week Pre-Sessional course for students withan overall IELTS score of 6.0 and a minimumscore of 5.5 in each component.Full details on these courses will be providedto students who have obtained an offer forany of our full-time Diploma, Degree, MAcourses or Study Abroad programmes.For further details on English requirementsor Pre-Sessional courses please contactintadvice@aub.ac.uk

How to Apply 110Applying for aDegree CourseHow to Apply for a Degree CourseInternational (non-EU) students may apply tothe University either through UCAS or direct.How to make a direct applicationTo make a direct application you will needto complete an online application form on ourwebsite aub.ac.uk/apply Please note that theInternational Office only processes Internationalapplications and EU students should applythrough UCAS.How to apply through UCASUCAS is the UK’s Universities and CollegesAdmissions Service. All students whetherBritish or from overseas can apply to anyHigher Education course (BA) through thissystem. Some of the benefits to you are:• All colleges and universities that arein the UCAS scheme are recognisedby the UK Government or offer coursesthat are validated by UK Governmentrecogniseduniversities.• UCAS can give you comprehensive,impartial and up-to-date informationon Higher Education courses anduniversities and colleges.• ‘Apply’ is a secure, web-based applicationsystem which is available 24 hours a day,giving you the flexibility to fill in yourapplication where and when it suits you.• You need only fill in one online applicationform to apply for up to five different coursesat one or more universities or colleges.Most of the degree courses at the Universityare very popular and there are a limitednumber of places available for internationalstudents on each course so it is importantto apply early. If you are interested inapplying to the University please contactthe International Office immediately tocheck on availability of places.UCAS application processTo apply, log on to www.ucas.com and thenclick the apply button. If you have any issuesor questions, refer to the UCAS websiteor telephone UCAS customer service uniton +44 (0) 871 468 0468University CodesYou will need to include our University Codeson your application form as follows:- Institution Code Name: AUB- Institution Code: A66All applications to full-time degree coursesmade via UCAS can be made from the1st September on the year before youwish to study and the closing date forequal consideration of applications to allcourses is 15th January of the year of entry.However, we will consider applications afterthis date but places may be very limited onsome courses. Each university and collegewill only see details of their course or coursesfor which you have applied. They will notsee your other choices until all yourapplications have been processed.The information on your UCAS form is used toinform decisions taken about your application.Make sure you include all qualifications thatyou have and any qualifications that you arecurrently taking. Your personal statement isyour chance to tell universities and collegeswhy they should want you as a student.We will want to know why you are interestedin the courses you have applied to and whatyou hope to do after your studies. If you arenot in full-time education, you should givedetails of any relevant work experience, paidor unpaid, and information about your currentor previous employment.Applying for a Pre-Degree, Postgraduate,Study Abroad or Summer CourseHow to Apply for a Diploma CourseApplications should be made directly to theUniversity by completing our online applicationform on our website aub.ac.uk/applyIf you are studying locally at a language schoolbut do not have sufficient artwork in the UK toshow at interview you could attend a part-timecourse to build your portfolio. Alternativelythe International Office can set a project todemonstrate your skills.Applying for a Postgraduate MAApplications for postgraduate study (MA)should be made directly to the Universityby completing our online applicationform on our website aub.ac.uk/applyApplying for a Postgraduate MPhil/PhDTo apply for a postgraduate researchdegree please contact Valerie Lodge onvlodge@aub.ac.ukApplying for a Study Abroad CourseApplications should be made direct usingour online application form on our websiteaub.ac.uk/studyabroadApplying for a Summer CourseApplications should be made direct usingour online application form on our websiteaub.ac.uk/summercourses

Your Application and Visit Us 112Your ApplicationSelection processCandidates for all courses are assessed ontheir portfolio of creative work, academicachievements, English language level andcommitment to the subject. It is thereforevery important that you put togethera portfolio of your artwork as we cannotaccept students on qualifications alone(with a small number of exceptions).InterviewInterviews are an opportunity for you todemonstrate your self-motivation andcommitment to a chosen area of study,to discuss aspects of the course andto ask any questions that you may have.If you are selected for interview you willbe notified via ‘My Application’ with detailsof your interview. Interviews normally takeplace between late December and May.For most courses, you will be required to bringa portfolio of work as part of your interviewand you will be sent a specific portfolioguidance sheet with your invitation tointerview via ‘My Application’.As a general guide, portfolios should containexamples of work (both finished and workin progress) that showcase your particularskills and interests. The content of a portfolioshould be presented in a logical, orderedand simple fashion.Attending an InterviewIf you are living overseas but are temporarilyin the UK and are able to attend an interview,then a date can be set to suit your arrangements.Please contact the International Office well inadvance of your visit and ensure that you havecompleted your application form.We recognise that it may not be possiblefor you to attend an interview at the Universityor at one of the education fairs that we attendeach year in various countries. In such caseswe will accept a postal application and mayrequire a telephone or Skype interview.Sending your Portfolio by PostIt is advisable to prepare your portfolio wellin advance so that you have one ready whenyou receive your portfolio request by email.You can refer to the courses section on ourwebsite to download the specific portfoliorequirements for your chosen course.Visit usOpen DaysWe recognise that deciding where to liveand study for 3-4 years is a big commitment.That’s why we recommend you visit us tohelp you make your decision.Open Days are a great opportunity to seethe University environment, explore ourcampus, view facilities and meet withcourse tutors and current students.For dates and to book your place visitaub.ac.uk/opendaysCampus ToursFor those unable to attend our Open Days,we also organise regular campus tours.Tours are conducted by current studentsgiving you the opportunity to view our campusand to ask a range of questions on student lifeat the University. However, these tours are notspecific to any particular course and do notinclude meetings or contact time with tutors.For dates and to book your place visitaub.ac.uk/campustoursHow To Get Here By RoadThe University is situated two miles fromthe centre of Bournemouth, on the borderbetween Bournemouth and Poole. A detailedmap and directions can be downloaded fromour website on aub.ac.uk by clicking on the‘About us’ and then ‘Where are we’ link.By RailOur nearest station is Bournemouth, which isserved by a fast inter-city rail link from LondonWaterloo. There are also regular trains toBournemouth from Poole, Southamptonand other major cities. The University isapproximately 2 miles from the train stationand is a 5–10 minute journey by taxi or by bus.Further details can be found on our website.By CoachFrequent coach services run to Bournemouthfrom many large cities and towns.The University is approximately 2 miles fromthe coach station and is a 5–10 minute journeyby taxi or by bus. Further details can be foundon our website.By AirLondon Heathrow is approximately 2 hoursfrom Bournemouth and London Gatwick issome 2 hours and 30 minutes away. Bothairports are served by coach and rail links toBournemouth. Southampton InternationalAirport is 35 minutes away by road andalso has a direct rail link to Bournemouth.Bournemouth International Airport isapproximately 15 minutes away withlocal taxi and bus services.If you are unable to attend any of ourOpen Days, please contact the InternationalOffice and we can arrange a short guided tour:international@aub.ac.ukPortfolio guidelines vary according to thecourse you are interested in. Please referto the ‘Interviews and Portfolios’ sectionfor the course you are interested in on ourwebsite for detailed advice.Please note that due to the high number ofapplications that we receive we are unableto return any individual portfolios so pleasedo not send any work that cannot be replaced.ParkingParking facilities on campus are very limitedand only available to those who hold permits.Open Day and Campus Tour visitors willreceive detailed local parking arrangementswith their booking.LiverpoolManchesterBathLondonSouthamptonBournemouthAUBBrighton

Contact Details 114Interested?We’d love to hear from youPhone UsPlease call the International Office+44 1202 363233Email Usinternational@aub.ac.ukWrite to UsInternational OfficeArts University BournemouthWallisdownDorsetBH12 5HHUnited KingdomLook OnlineFurther information on all our coursescan be found on our website aub.ac.ukFollow usfacebook.com/inspiredAUBtwitter@inspiredAUBDesignBond and Coyne AssociatesPhotographyBill BradshawNauman Abdul HafeezStaff and Students of the UniversityFront Cover ImageAngela Hayward - PHD Fine Art StudentPrintingDayfold* Subject to ValidationNew courses, or any changes to an existingprogramme, undergo a process of scrutiny andvalidation to ensure that the changes meet thehigh standard required by the University Standardsand Quality Committee. Courses that are currentlyundergoing such a procedure are ‘subject tovalidation’ and marked by an asterisk *.Arts University Bournemouth is committed to theprovision of a working and learning environmentfounded on dignity, respect and equity whereunfair discrimination of any kind is treated withthe up most seriousness. It has developed andimplemented a Single Equalities Scheme (SES) toguide its work in this area. All the University’s policiesand practices are designed to meet the principlesof dignity, respect and fairness, and take accountof the commitments set out in the SES.

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