Established in 1992, Bournemouth University is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Poole (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), South West England. This institution also has branch campuses in the following locations: Weymouth, Yeovil, Poole, Dorchester. Officially recognized/chartered by the Privy Council, Bournemouth University (BU) is a large coeducational UK higher education institution. Bournemouth University (BU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. This 30 years old UK higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. BU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.