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Arts University Bournemouth @aub.ac.uk · 06/08/2025

Find out more about Emma Avent's award-winning Final Major Project, Land Made, and how she creates quiet moments through nature-inspired photography, mark-making and illustration 🌿 #artsuniversitybournemouth #fashioncommunication #movingimage

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How Emma Avent curates nature, artistry and practice through moving…

During my final year studying BA (Hons) Fashion Communication at AUB, I have truly...

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Arts University Bournemouth @aub.ac.uk · 31/07/2025

Our very own Bournemouth Film School (BFS) recently partnered with BFI NETWORK Southwest on its second Director Lab programme, featuring a two-day event with workshops and professional actors on a bespoke film set 🎬 📷 Photos by Dan Bowhay, BA (Hons) Photography aub.ac.uk/latest/bourn...

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Arts University Bournemouth @aub.ac.uk · 22/07/2025

We've swept up this year's awards at New Blades with stunning work from our BA (Hons) Modelmaking graduates. Out of a possible 20 awards, our students won ten, including Best of Show for Izzi Hopper 🏆 Discover the full list of winners. #artsuniversitybournemouth #newblades #modelmaking

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New Blades 2025: AUB Modelmaking students scoop 10 awards including…

It’s been another successful run at the annual modelmaking expo, New Blades, as several graduating BA (Hons) Modelmaking students from...

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Arts University Bournemouth @aub.ac.uk · 21/07/2025

We recently hosted 'Arts, Youth and A Shared Peace', a Council of Europe international youth arts project in collaboration with European Youth Capital 2025 of Lviv, Ukraine. Discover the unique artwork created by the 30 young participants. #artsuniversitybournemouth #collaboration #ukraine

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Arts University Bournemouth hosts Council of Europe international…

Arts University Bournemouth hosted Arts, Youth and A Shared Peace, a Council of Europe international youth arts project that's part...

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Arts University Bournemouth @aub.ac.uk · 21/07/2025

At AUB, your dissertation proposal can take any shape or form – even LEGO form. Sam Thomson's research proposal explores how LEGO has evolved from a child-focused toy into a hobby for adults as a bold, punchy booklet outlining his initial findings. #artsuniversitybournemouth #LEGO #dissertation

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Can a dissertation research proposal actually be fun? Mine was!

Our research brief was open-ended. We could explore any topic within the realm of design, brand, culture...

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Arts University Bournemouth @aub.ac.uk · 18/07/2025

Robin Gee Smith isn’t just a final-year acting student. They’re a drag artist too. We sat down to discuss their experience on BA (Hons) Acting and how it’s led them to bold, unique opportunities while studying at AUB. #artsuniversitybournemouth #studentstory #lgbtq+

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A conversation with Robin Gee Smith – artist, performer and drag…

AUB has given me more skills than I thought possible. First year laid a technical...

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Arts University Bournemouth @aub.ac.uk · 17/07/2025

Third-year Illustration student Chris Duffy's short film, Bear Hunt, has been selected for the Annecy Festival in France, the world's leading event for animated film. We caught up with Chris to find out more about his film and being a part of one of the most respected animation festivals.

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Cormac McCarthy-inspired AUB student film selected for Annecy Festival

Chris Duffy, a third-year student on the BA (Hons) Illustration at Arts University Bournemouth is celebrating as his short film...

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Arts University Bournemouth @aub.ac.uk · 16/07/2025

We've increased our National Student Survey (NSS) scores for the second year in a row, highlighting our commitment to supporting students through our creative community. Find out more: aub.ac.uk/latest/arts-...

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Arts University Bournemouth increases National Student Survey score…

Arts University Bournemouth has increased its National Student Survey scores for the second consecutive year, highlighting the...

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Arts University Bournemouth @aub.ac.uk · 16/07/2025

🎓 We can't wait to see you at Graduation! Good luck to all our 2025 graduates attending next week – keep your fingers crossed for some Bournemouth sunshine 🌞 If you have any queries leading up to the event, be sure to check out our FAQ page: aub.ac.uk/graduation/g...

Graduates popping confetti outside, Bournemouth ferris wheel blurred in the background.

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Arts University Bournemouth @aub.ac.uk · 15/07/2025

A film produced by BA (Hons) Film Production students has received continuous recognition from industry on the festival circuit. Find out more about Time Between Us, written and directed by Issy Campbell: aub.ac.uk/latest/aub-s...

Film still from "Time Between Us" (2024) showing a young person with headphones against dark background, surrounded by multiple white film festival laurel wreaths and award logos.

Film still from Time Between Us (2024) – person in grey T-shirt touching translucent digital display with text and graphics, colourful projected light on walls.

Film equipment in an indoor studio set and crew.

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Arts University Bournemouth @aub.ac.uk · 14/07/2025

We're saddened to hear the news that Sir Brian Clarke, an Honorary Fellow and previous exhibitor for Arts University Bournemouth in 2020, has sadly passed away. He will be remembered for his unique, distinct style and as an inspiration to our creative community and beyond.

Brian Clarke at TheGallery with his work in the background, red stained glass, floral.

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Arts University Bournemouth @aub.ac.uk · 14/07/2025

BA (Hons) Design for Costume and Performance is one of our most collaborative, versatile courses at AUB – Molly Barber showcases plenty of examples how in our latest Student Story. #artsuniversitybournemouth #costumedesign #performance

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Molly Barber – “Everyone should learn and understand the stories of…

My love for both storytelling and history...

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Arts University Bournemouth @aub.ac.uk · 09/07/2025

We're well into awards season now – and our students' work is getting recognised. Find out more about Amelie O'Sullivan, who's been named as Creative Bloq's top three 'Ones to Watch' : www.creativebloq.com/professional... #artsuniversitybournemouth #d&ad #graphicdesign

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I was a D&AD New Blood judge, here are 13 top projects

Welcome to the future of design, illustration, animation and advertising.

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Arts University Bournemouth @aub.ac.uk · 08/07/2025

🌞 We're two days away from our 2025 Summer Shows! 🌞 Join us this Thursday from 17.00 for our Undergraduate Shows Private View event, celebrating the achievements of our graduating students – your chance to come and see why we’re the top specialist art and design university in the south west.

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Undergraduate Summer Shows 2025

This summer, AUB Campus will be transformed into the most extensive gallery space in the southwest of England...

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Arts University Bournemouth @aub.ac.uk · 04/07/2025

First-year BA (Hons) Textiles Design student Lillia Bowsher recently found a one month work placement at Makower UK – a surface print design company for quilting – and loved it. Find out more, and read her top tips and advice for finding placements too: aub.ac.uk/latest/advic...

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My four weeks at Makower UK – a surface print design company for…

I completed a four-week work placement with a quilting and patchwork company...

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Arts University Bournemouth @aub.ac.uk · 03/07/2025

Throughout her time at AUB, Ruth Virgo has learnt to hone her photography techniques and ultimately, weave and revisit her identity through her latest 'Making Spaces' project. Find out how in our latest Student Story. #artsuniversitybournemouth #commercialphotography #creativeproject #studentstory

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How Ruth Virgo created her ‘Making Spaces’ project – and grew her…

This last year, I have shifted my direction within photography to documentary...

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Arts University Bournemouth @aub.ac.uk · 02/07/2025

🎓 Graduation 2025 is approaching! 🎓 Don't forget to purchase your 'Class of 2025' hoodies and souvenirs from Campus Clothing on the day of your graduation! 📍You can find their stall outside the Pavilion Theatre and inside the Beach Marquee.

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Graduation FAQs

We've answered some questions you might have about our graduation ceremonies...

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Arts University Bournemouth @aub.ac.uk · 30/06/2025

Applications are open to join our MA Interior Design course for September 2025 start. Join us for our latest upcoming course talk in July – your chance to discover more about current research within designing for inclusivity. Register your interest to find out more.

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MA Interior Design (Online)

Our MA Interior Design (Online) course will empower you to rise to the needs of contemporary living.

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Arts University Bournemouth @aub.ac.uk · 27/06/2025

Read Dylan Clarke's Student Story for a comprehensive breakdown into what it's like during final year and the process of producing, directing and collaborating as part of end-of-year films (and even running bake sales for them). #artsuniversitybournemouth #filmproduction #bournemouthfilmschool

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Dylan Clarke – "It was incredible how naturally I was able to find…

BA (Hons) Film Production catered to all...

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Arts University Bournemouth @aub.ac.uk · 25/06/2025

Our BA (Hons) Animation Production students recently took their animations to St Peter's Church – transforming it into a canvas for live projection mapping 📽️ Find out more: aub.ac.uk/latest/st-pe... #artsuniversitybournemouth #projectionmapping #lightshow #bournemouth

Students and projection mapping team stood around a mock-up church model with blue light and images projected onto it.

Test animation of Mary Shelley and a book projected onto the ceiling of St Peter's Church.

From left to right: Suzani Rai, Emma Daniel Silvosa, Julian Dorrell, Bryony Smith and Dominique Vettom Morisod, stood in St Peter's Church.

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Arts University Bournemouth @aub.ac.uk · 24/06/2025

Our latest exhibition from the BA (Hons) Games Art and Design course was a smash hit 👾 Find out more: aub.ac.uk/latest/games... #artsuniversitybournemouth #gamesartanddesign #programming #gaming

Students interacting and looking at a laptop as part of the exhibition.

Student with light blue/green hair playing a game on a laptop with headphones, blurred red hallway.

Emeline Nevers-White stood by the Storytelling through Games poster, featuring screenshots of her graveyard game.

Screenshot from Grave Flowers game showing a cobbled path in a forest leading up to a graveyard with streetlights and ghosts.

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Arts University Bournemouth @aub.ac.uk · 21/06/2025

Finding a work placement during your studies can feel daunting 🫨 If you're looking for advice, read our latest Student Story from first year Textiles Design student Lillia Bowsher, who offers some essential tips on how to find your own placement and gain valuable industry experience.

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Advice on finding a work placement as a first-year BA (Hons) Textiles…

To finish off the summer term of Year 1, I had to try to find a work placement to enrich...

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Arts University Bournemouth @aub.ac.uk · 20/06/2025

Are you ready for Graduation 2025? 🎓 If you're as excited as we are, check out the highlights from last year's ceremony. For any burning questions, be sure to check our Graduation FAQ page too: aub.ac.uk/graduation/g...

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Graduation 2024 Highlights | AUB

Check out the highlights from our 2024 Graduation Ceremonies 🎓✨https://aub.ac.uk/

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Arts University Bournemouth @aub.ac.uk · 19/06/2025

Bournemouth Film School end of year party 🎬 If you’re studying any BFS course (see below for a list*), you’re invited to a student-run wrap party this Monday. All years welcome. The Old Fire Station | Monday 23 June | 22.00 ‘til late RSVP: docs.google.com/forms/d/1z5w...

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Film End Of Year Party: RSVP

Event Address: 36 Holdenhurst Rd, Bournemouth BH8 8AD (The Old Fire Station) Contact: 2302071@my.aub.ac.uk

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Arts University Bournemouth @aub.ac.uk · 19/06/2025

Three films created by BA (Hons) Film Production students have come away with multiple successes at the latest Kodak/NAHEMI Student Commercial Awards. Read the full story to find out more about their unique, winning projects 🏆 #artsuniversitybournemouth #filmproduction #kodakNAHEMI

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Top billing for AUB at Kodak/NAHEMI Student Commercial Awards 2025

A trio of films created by BA (Hons) Film Production students at Arts University Bournemouth have come away with top marks...

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Arts University Bournemouth @aub.ac.uk · 18/06/2025

After recently completing our Elective Quality Review (EQR), we've received commendations in seven areas for good practice. Thank you to all staff and professionals who make up our award-winning creative community!

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Arts University Bournemouth receives commendations in seven areas in…

Arts University Bournemouth (AUB) has successfully completed its Elective Quality Review (EQR), receiving commendations in seven...

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QAA @qaa.ac.uk · 18/06/2025

Arts University Bournemouth @aub.ac.uk has successfully completed its Elective Quality Review by QAA 🎉 The review found AUB meets ESG standards, highlighting 7 areas of good practice 👏 Read more 👉 www.qaa.ac.uk/news-events/... Full report 👉 qaa.ac.uk/docs/qaa/rep...

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Arts University Bournemouth @aub.ac.uk · 17/06/2025

Our second wave of student accommodation will be available to book from tomorrow, Wednesday 18 June at 12.00. We offer three Halls of Residence to suit your needs, one right on campus and two close to Bournemouth town centre – and more importantly, the beach!

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Halls of Residence

Our halls are located on campus or in the Lansdowne area of Bournemouth and have excellent bus and public transport links

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Arts University Bournemouth @aub.ac.uk · 17/06/2025

AUB Futures recently hosted a selection of networking workshops for all students as part of Creative Meets 2025. We'll be hosting more upcoming career workshops and events for final-year students this month. Find out more: aub.ac.uk/latest/aub-f... #creativemeets #employability #networking

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Students in the AUB conference room talking to industry professionals on different tables.

Students in a large sunny room talking to industry professionals on different tables.

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Arts University Bournemouth @aub.ac.uk · 16/06/2025

Have your say! We’re teaming up with DACS (Design and Artists Copyright Society) and Jessica Toale, MP for Bournemouth West, to discuss how we can best support creatives in Bournemouth. For more info and to register your interest, please fill out the form: forms.cloud.microsoft/e/zwYaxY1B6S

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Arts University Bournemouth @aub.ac.uk · 13/06/2025

Three of our BA (Hons) Fine Art students recently took part in the VVV-Residency in Naples, Italy, the collaborative audio-visual project that's run for the last nine years. We spoke with this year's selected artists to find out more. #artsuniversitybournemouth #vvvresidency #audiovisual

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In residency: a conversation with BA (Hons) Fine Art's Will Sibley,…

As part of VVV Residency, their final works featured in the...

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Arts University Bournemouth @aub.ac.uk · 12/06/2025

Applications are open to join our MA Interior Design course for September 2025 start. We have upcoming MA Interior Design (Online) Industry events in June too 🌿 19 June 17.30 – Oliver Heath, Director at Oliver Heath Design. #artsuniversitybournemouth #postgraduate #onlinestudy

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MA Interior Design (Online)

Our MA Interior Design (Online) course will empower you to rise to the needs of contemporary living.

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Arts University Bournemouth @aub.ac.uk · 11/06/2025

Congratulations to our final-year BA (Hons) Fashion and Fashion Communication students who've swept this year's Graduate Fashion Week shortlist with 20 nominations 🎉 Read the full story to discover more about each of their projects. #artsuniversitybournemouth #graduatefashionweek #gfw

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AUB students sweep Graduate Fashion Week shortlist with 20 nominations

Summer awards season is underway at AUB, kicking off with huge recognition of our BA (Hons) Fashion and BA (Hons) Fashion Communication...

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Arts University Bournemouth @aub.ac.uk · 11/06/2025

We’re excited to share that we’ve been listed by the Complete University Guide 2026 as a top five university in the South West alongside Bristol, Bath, Exeter and UWE. This also makes us the top specialist Art and Design university in the South West. Read more below:

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Arts University Bournemouth ranked one of the top five universities…

Arts University Bournemouth (AUB) has been announced as a ‘major advancer’ in this year’s Complete University Guide...

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Arts University Bournemouth @aub.ac.uk · 09/06/2025

Our Foundation Summer Show opens tomorrow! Join us for the formal opening and private view from 18.00–20.00 at TheGallery in North Building, AUB Campus ☀️ #artsuniversitybournemouth #summershows #foundationdiploma aub.ac.uk/latest/found...

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Foundation Summer Show 2025

The Foundation Summer Show celebrates the achievements of our students, providing an exciting platform to showcase their final project...

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Arts University Bournemouth @aub.ac.uk · 06/06/2025

"These social and political problems aren’t new. Shakespeare wrote about them 400 years ago through the themes of power, conflict, love, and identity." Read Scarlet Shepherd's story to discover her graphic design journey and her unique take on activism. #artsuniversitybournemouth #graphicdesign

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How Scarlet Shepherd combines Shakespeare with graphic design for…

Being at AUB has allowed me to come out of my shell and realise my potential as a...

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Arts University Bournemouth @aub.ac.uk · 06/06/2025

Being a Boy workshops are in full swing! There are still a few spots left on 'Evolve' (Acting and Theatre), our two-day workshop in Palace Court Theatre on 17 June and Wednesday 18 June. For more information, eligibility and to book a place, find out more: aub.ac.uk/schools-hub/...

A group of students taking a photo of another student on metal stairs on AUB Campus.

A man taking a photo of three boys stood behind three motorbikes, the front one red, on AUB Campus by the car park, sunny blue sky.

Student working in photoshop on an image of themselves, black and white, facing away in a Stussy tee, colourful cosmic rainbow background.

Person in a black and yellow Being a Boy t-shirt watching over boys working on images in Photoshop.

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Arts University Bournemouth @aub.ac.uk · 06/06/2025

Join our Level 4 BA (Hons) Games Art and Design students on Monday 9 June in F005 14.00-17.00 for their first exhibition 'Storytelling Through Games' – featuring playable narrative-driven game prototypes developed in Unreal Engine. Find out more: aub.ac.uk/latest/storytelling-though-games-showcase

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Storytelling Though Games showcase

This end-of-year exhibition celebrates the creative achievements of first-year students from the brand-new BA (Hons) Games Art and Design...

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Arts University Bournemouth @aub.ac.uk · 05/06/2025

We're proud to announce that 11 students have been selected to take part in the Graduate Fashion Week (GFW) Talent of Tomorrow Campaign 2025 ✨ Discover the full story to find out more about the winning projects and photoshoots. #artsuniversitybournemouth #graduatefashionweek #talentoftomorrow

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11 AUB students selected for Graduate Fashion Week Talent of Tomorrow…

Arts University Bournemouth is very proud to announce that 11 students have been selected to take part in the Graduate Fashion Week...

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Arts University Bournemouth @aub.ac.uk · 04/06/2025

Our BA (Hons) Illustration students are showcasing at Poole Pride this Saturday 7 June and hosting a badge-making workshop from 14.00–17.30 🏳️‍🌈 Find out more and book a place onto the workshop. #artsuniversitybournemouth #poolepride #exhibition

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Poole Pride celebrates emerging talent among the LGBTQIA+ students at…

As part of this year’s Poole Pride 2025 celebrations, Lighthouse Poole is showcasing the emerging talent among the LGBTQIA+ students...

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Arts University Bournemouth @aub.ac.uk · 03/06/2025

Tickets are still available from this Thursday 5 to Saturday 7 June, starting from £4 for students and £9.50 for AUB Staff and Alumni. Check out our exclusive PWYC (pay what you can) Saturday performance too. Book your place 🎟️ aub.ac.uk/latest/aub-p...

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Arts University Bournemouth @aub.ac.uk · 03/06/2025

It's your last chance to buy tickets for 'Still Here', a new play written by AUB alumnus Pete MacHale, at our very own Palace Court Theatre. Read below to find out more, info on tickets above 🎭 www.bournemouthecho.co.uk/news/2520777... uk.news.yahoo.com/play-set-thr...

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Play set in three different eras coming to Bournemouth theatre

He trained at Arts University Bournemouth and is also an alumni of the Royal Courts Queer Writers' Group.

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Arts University Bournemouth @aub.ac.uk · 03/06/2025

We're continuing to bring home nominations and awards from RTS 🏆✨ Discover our Animation Production students' latest achievements, including a Best Student Animation win for graduate film 'Why Won't Anyone Eat Me?'. #artsuniversitybournemouth #royaltelevisionsociety #animationproduction

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Animation excellence: “Why Won’t Anyone Eat Me?” leads in RTS…

BA (Hons) Animation Production graduate film "Why Won’t Anyone Eat Me?" has come away from this year’s Royal Television Society...

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Arts University Bournemouth @aub.ac.uk · 30/05/2025

Huge congratulations to AUB Modelmaking alumni John Cooper for winning BBC's Interior Design Masters last night and launching a new collection with John Lewis 🏆 Read more: www.housebeautiful.com/uk/decorate/... #artsuniversitybournemouth #interiordesign

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John Cooper wins BBC's Interior Design Masters with bold holiday cottage makeover

The win includes an exclusive homeware collection with John Lewis

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