Bournemouth University
South West, England
How much do Bournemouth University graduates earn by subject?
Bournemouth University graduates earn a median salary of £33,500 five years after graduation. The highest-paying subject is Engineering at £44,300, while History and archaeology graduates earn £22,600.
+ 8 more subjects
Salary growth: how do earnings change over time?
Graduate salaries typically grow significantly in the first five years. Subjects like medicine and engineering tend to see steeper growth, while creative fields may start lower but offer non-linear career paths.
| Subject | 15 months | 3 years | 5 years |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engineering | £29,000 | £29,000 | £37,000 |
| Computing | £28,000 | £30,500 | £39,500 |
| Business and management | £27,500 | £28,500 | £37,000 |
| Health and social care | £26,000 | £26,000 | £34,000 |
| Creative arts and design | £27,000 | £27,500 | £33,500 |
| Allied health | £28,500 | £28,000 | £30,500 |
| Biosciences | £24,000 | £21,500 | £28,000 |
15-month data from Graduate Outcomes survey. 3-year and 5-year data from LEO (Longitudinal Education Outcomes). Growth is calculated from 15 months to 5 years after graduation.
How competitive is Bournemouth University?
In 2024, Bournemouth University received 40,740 applications and accepted 7,935 students, giving an acceptance rate of 19.5%.
Source: UCAS End of Cycle Data
What are the employment outcomes at Bournemouth University?
90% of Bournemouth University graduates are in sustained employment or further study 5 years after graduation. The university offers 18 subjects with median salaries ranging from £22,600 to £44,300. (Satisfaction = NSS teaching score)
| Subject | Employment | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Engineering | 92.8% | £44,300 |
| Computing | 91.6% | £41,200 |
| Business and management | 89% | £38,000 |
| Health and social care | 94.2% | £36,900 |
| Creative arts and design | 88.3% | £36,100 |
| Law | 93.2% | £34,300 |
| Geography, earth and environmental studies | 88.5% | £34,100 |
| Allied health | 85.8% | £33,200 |
| Sport and exercise sciences | 90.7% | £32,800 |
| Media, journalism and communications | 91.6% | £32,800 |
| General, applied and forensic sciences | 91.1% | £31,400 |
| Psychology | 92.8% | £30,300 |
| Sociology, social policy and anthropology | 91.1% | £30,300 |
| Nursing and midwifery | 93.9% | £29,900 |
| Biosciences | 89.3% | £28,100 |
| English studies | 91.3% | £28,100 |
| Materials and technology | 85.7% | £27,700 |
| History and archaeology | 78.1% | £22,600 |
* Avg. Tariff: Average UCAS tariff points of students who enrolled on this course. This is not the entry requirement — enrolled students often exceed requirements. Always check the official university website for actual entry requirements.
Reference: A*=56, A=48, B=40, C=32 points. Example: AAA = 144 points. Calculate your tariff →
UCAS Deadline Reminders
Get email reminders for key UCAS dates so you don't miss your application window.
No spam. Unsubscribe anytime.
Highest Earning Subjects
- 1 Engineering £44,300
- 2 Computing £41,200
- 3 Business and management £38,000
- 4 Health and social care £36,900
- 5 Creative arts and design £36,100
Quick Facts
Tuition Fees
UK students: £9,250/year (government-capped)
International students: £15,000–£40,000+/year (varies by course)
Check the university website for exact international fees.
Data Source
Graduate earnings from the Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) dataset and Graduate Outcomes survey via Discover Uni 2024/25. Figures show median earnings at 15 months, 3 years, and 5 years after graduation. Continuation rates show the percentage of students who progress in their studies.
View source data →