Undergraduate Study
Undergraduate
Whether you’ve got your heart set on a specific career path or you’re still looking around for a course in a subject area you're passionate about, we’ve got plenty of undergraduate options for you to choose from.
Apply for undergraduate study
Interested in starting university in 2026? Don’t miss the UCAS deadline – 14 January 2026.
Don’t worry if you miss the date — you can still apply! Just keep in mind that universities aren’t guaranteed to consider late applications, and some courses might no longer have places available.
September 2026 entry
You can view our UCAS university courses on the or check out our courses search to find the degree that is right for you.
Applying to university
To help make the application process as simple as possible we have created our Undergraduate Application Guide. This guide will give you information on how to apply for university, whether you are applying through UCAS or directly to BNU for 2026.
What to expect as a BNU Undergraduate student?
At BNU we understand that to excel, students need to learn from the best in their fields. That’s why our teaching teams are led by dedicated experts with a wealth of experience and insight, many of whom are still working in the industry or within research - and the best bit? They are here to share it all with you. We're also proud to be in the top 10 universities for teaching quality (The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026).
There’s so much more to university than just your time in the classroom and our Students’ Union has been ranked a Top 5 Students' Union in the UK*.
BNU is the only university in the UK to offer FREE access to a huge range of activities and opportunities to enrich your time with us. We call this The Big Deal. Run by the Students’ Union, the Big Deal gives you free access not only to our Students’ Union’s events, night’s out a²Ô»å entertainment, but a huge range of  a³¦³Ù¾±±¹¾±³Ù¾±±ð²õ.
*Based on responses from full-time taught BNU students NSS 2025.
Support at BNU comes in all forms, and as we're ranked as a Top 2 University in the South East of England for Student Support (Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2025) we’re proud to say we’re here to help before, during and even once you’ve graduated from your studies.
Discover how you can develop your skills so you thrive academically with our Learning and Achievement Team, or get help gaining your dream career with our Career Success Team. Need personal health and wellbeing support and advice? We have a range of teams dedicated to helping you navigate any problems that might arise. From financial a²Ô»å cost-of-living support, to disability, diversity and inclusion a²Ô»å mental health support, there’s someone here to listen and help guide you. 
At BNU our students are core to everything we do, we don’t just teach you, we know you, nurture you and cheer you on. You are never just a number to us. You’ll benefit from our personal approach where your teaching team will be on-hand to offer you 1:1 support - one of the many reasons why we were University of the Year for South East England*
We want to ensure our students are well prepared and confident to succeed in your chosen career, which is why we are Top 10 in the UK for the proportion of graduates earning over £45,000**.
*Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2025
**HESA 22/23 Graduate Outcomes data, released in July 2025
Whatever degree you choose, we have the equipment to set you on your course to success. We’ve invested in a range of state-of-the-art facilities, equipment, and software across our campuses to support your learning as well as your social life.
Discover photography studios, fashion and textile workshops; get hands-on experience in our nursing simulation suites; push your limits at the Human Performance Laboratory; or refuel with a freshly cooked meal from The Kitchen.
At BNU we don’t just teach you what is going on in the industry, we immerse you in it, meaning you gain the skills and knowledge employers are looking for. From workshops, guest lectures and placements, we’ll help give you a head start in your future career.
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Fancy meeting others with the same interests as you? There is a  for you to sign up to, from our mooting, anime and Esports societies to our climbing, musical theatre and comic society, there’s something for everyone. And if there isn’t anything that currently satisfies your co-curricular cravings, you can always pave the way and set one up!
At BNU we offer a range of guaranteed accommodation* to our undergraduate students, each at an affordable price. From a spacious double with an ensuite, to a single room with wash facilities, each option offers Wi-Fi, all bills included and 24/7 on-site security as well as pastoral and welfare support.
*We can guarantee a place in one of our High Wycombe halls to all new students joining BNU in September 2026, if you make your accommodation application before 31 August 2026.
Need more information?
If you’re not ready to make your choice yet, don’t worry we know that this is a big decision! Why not sign up to our monthly newsletter for the latest news about BNU and the undergraduate course you are interested in? Or you could join us on one of our Undergraduate Open Days where you'll discover more about your chosen course, meet the course team and explore our campuses, accommodation and facilities.