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TheGallery @ AUB provides a sophisticated and thought-provoking creative highlight for school groups. Located within the vibrant campus of the Arts University Bournemouth, this professional gallery space hosts a diverse range of exhibitions that have received national and international recognition. For youngsters, a visit here is a unique opportunity to step out of the traditional classroom and into a "dream factory" where they can engage with original artworks, from intricate sculptures and photography to cutting-edge digital designs.
The gallery serves as a brilliant practical resource for exploring Inventions & Technology and how visual communication has evolved within recent history. Pupils can investigate how contemporary artists use new tools and sustainable materials to respond to the world around them, making it an ideal setting for discussing Climate, Weather & Environment and Waste & Recycling through a creative lens. By observing the intersection of art, media, and design, students gain a fresh perspective on how creativity can be used to solve problems and express complex ideas about our changing society.
A visit to this inspiring venue is also a fantastic spark for Literature & Creative Writing. The diverse range of textures, colours, and themes found in the exhibitions provides a powerful sensory stimulus for youngsters to develop descriptive vocabulary and narrative accounts. Whether participating in a guided workshop or exploring the gallery independently, pupils are encouraged to think critically and imaginatively about the world. A trip to TheGallery ensures that students return from their residential with a newfound appreciation for the creative industries and the incredible possibilities of the visual arts.
Here's some of the most frequently-asked questions about school visits to TheGallery @ AUB, posed by teachers and other group leaders
The university maintains a first aid room, and many campus security staff are first aid trained. However, school groups must carry their own mobile medical kit and have a designated first aider responsible for the youngsters at all times.
The gallery is a professional quiet space; youngsters are asked to move calmly and speak in "gallery voices." Touching the artworks is strictly prohibited unless specifically marked as an interactive exhibit, to ensure the preservation of the pieces.
In the event of an alarm, youngsters must exit through the nearest clearly marked fire doors and gather at the designated assembly point on the main campus quad. Teachers are responsible for performing a full headcount of their students.
