Buckinghamshire New University, Ajman

Buckinghamshire New University (BNU) is a public university based in Buckinghamshire, England, with additional campuses and facilities including an internationally recognized presence in Ajman, UAE.

The university traces its origins back to 1891 when it was founded as the School of Science and Art in High Wycombe. Initially established to provide evening classes to local residents, it evolved over the decades through various name changes and expansions reflecting broader educational mandates.

The institution became High Wycombe College of Art and Technology in 1963, merged with Newland Park College of Education in 1975, and was renamed Buckinghamshire College of Higher Education. In 1999, the college was awarded university college status, becoming Buckinghamshire Chilterns University College, before receiving full university status in 2007 and adopting its current name.

The Ajman campus represents Buckinghamshire New University’s commitment to global education and collaboration, offering internationally recognized programs tailored to meet the needs of students in the UAE and the wider region. BNU provides a broad range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses focused on practical and career-oriented education in fields such as nursing, psychology, business, aviation, art and design, and creative media.

The university emphasizes high-quality teaching led by industry professionals and integrates work placements to prepare students for careers after graduation. It seeks to foster a supportive, inclusive environment where diversity is celebrated and students are encouraged to grow personally and professionally through extracurricular activities, clubs, and societies.

Buckinghamshire New University continually upgrades its facilities and invests in innovative teaching methods, ensuring that students have access to state-of-the-art resources including specialist laboratories, professional studios, a flight simulator, and green-screen TV studios.

The university maintains strong ties with local and international industries to provide valuable real-world experience and networking opportunities. Its history of adapting to educational needs and community engagement underpins its reputation as a forward-thinking institution dedicated to transforming lives through education on a global scale, including its expanding presence in Ajman.