Buckinghamshire New University
Buckinghamshire New University (BNU) is a public university located in Buckinghamshire, England, with campuses in High Wycombe, Aylesbury, Uxbridge, and Great Missenden. Established in 1891 as the School of Science and Art, it has undergone several transformations, achieving university status in 2007.
Campuses and Facilities:
High Wycombe Campus: This campus features the award-winning Gateway Building, which includes a sports/events hall, fitness center, performance lab, dance and drama studios, sound design labs, music recording studios, video production suites, a modern integrated learning resources center, café, and conference rooms.
Uxbridge Campus: Located in the London Borough of Hillingdon, this campus serves as a base for nursing students and applied healthcare research.
Aylesbury Campus: Offers a range of courses and facilities tailored to student needs.
Missenden Abbey: A historic site functioning as a conference center and providing additional resources for students.
Academic Profile:
BNU offers a diverse range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various disciplines, emphasizing professional, practical, and academic teaching. The university boasts a 96% employability rate, highlighting its commitment to developing skills that employers seek.
Student Satisfaction and Support:
BNU has been recognized for its supportive learning community, ranking No. 1 in the UK for student satisfaction and being named University of the Year for Student Support.
Recent Achievements:
In December 2024, BNU rose six places in the People and Planet University League Table for 2024/25, placing 79th overall out of 149 institutions, reflecting its commitment to sustainability.
In January 2025, BNU announced a new Knowledge Transfer Partnership with Milton Keynes-based Adam Equipment, a prominent UK manufacturer of measurement equipment, showcasing its dedication to industry collaboration.
Accommodation:
The university provides a range of accommodation options, including halls of residence and managed houses. Facilities like Brook Street Halls and Hughenden Park Student Village offer en-suite rooms within close proximity to the campuses.
Notable Alumni:
BNU's alumni include individuals such as actor and comedian Noel Fielding, furniture designer Robin Day, and Paralympian rower Naomi Riches, reflecting the university's diverse academic offerings.
