At Arts University Bournemouth, we’re committed to giving everyone with the potential to benefit from higher education, the chance to do so, regardless of background or circumstances.
Our Care Leavers Bursary supports those who are eligible by providing a grant of £2,000 per academic year, in addition to the support of Access and Participation Team, with a dedicated named point of contact throughout your time at AUB. Students in receipt of the bursary meet with their Access and Participation Team member at least three times per year and can apply to be an Outreach Ambassador, enabling them to make connections across the university, develop professional skills and gain paid work experience.
AUB is able to provide accommodation to care-experienced students for 365 days a year for each year of study. No rent is charged during the summer period, although students remain liable for any costs resulting from damage. Recipients of the Care Leaver Bursary are also eligible for the AUB Guarantor Award, to support students that choose to live in private rented accommodation during their studies.
For further information about the Care Leavers Bursary, take a look at our website:
- Arts University Bournemouth Website
In addition to the Care Leavers Bursary, you may be entitled to any of the following financial support for students with a household income of £25,000 or under, and who are in receipt of a full maintenance loan: - A one-off award for AUB applicants of up to £50 for travel costs to attend Offer Holder Days and university induction/transition events.
- If you're eligible for the Care Leaver Bursary, we'll waive the deposit if booking into AUB Accommodation. To arrange this, please contact the AUB Accommodation Team, who'll be happy support you.
- If you’re an undergraduate student in your first year (Level 4) living in AUB’s student
accommodation, you’ll receive a rent reduction of £1,000. - If you’re eligible for the Care Leaver Bursary, you may also be eligible for the AUB Guarantor Award, which means no co-signer will be required
- If you’re an undergraduate student in your second year (Level 5) or third year (Level 6) you’ll receive a £200 payment to assist with travel costs associated with your studies.
- If you're in second year (Level 5) or third year (Level 6), we have an annual fund available for you to receive a one-off award of up to £300 to support with opportunities linked to graduate employment.
- If you’re required to make a £200 contribution towards a laptop previously provided through DSA, AUB will pay this £200.
- In addition, we provide support for the cost of Educational Psychologist reports where required.
