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Bournemouth University inspires learning, advances knowledge and enriches society worldwide, through research, education, and the impact of its staff, students and graduates. BU is home to around 17,000 students from over 100 countries.
In 2021, BU was 77th in the THE Young University Rankings, and is ranked 74th out of 1,117 universities in the Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings 2021, which measure universities all over the world against the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals. In the most recent Research Excellence Framework (REF) exercise, 96% of BU’s research was rated as internationally recognised or higher.
Bournemouth University’s research, education and practice helps people live better for longer; protects and preserves a sustainable environment; helps to prepare for and recover from crisis; challenges marginalisation, misinformation and underrepresentation; and helps creative industries and cultural heritage to thrive. BU is a catalyst for growth in the region, with regional partnerships in healthcare, business and sport.
For more information please visit www.bournemouth.ac.uk.