Clubs and societies

If you have a passion for a particular subject, which may or may not be related to your degree, then joining an Academic club or society might be for you. From the Film Society to the Law Society, Women in STEM to the Games Development Society, there are plenty of options to exercise your mind.

Embrace your creativity by joining one of our Arts & Performance clubs and societies. If watching Strictly Come Dancing has inspired you, then the Ballroom & Latin Dance Society could be right up your street.

Alternatively, you could get involved in a fully staged musical production in a professional venue as part of the Performing Arts Society. Or meet like-minded musicians and creatives with the Music Society.

Joining our Cultural clubs and societies will give you a fantastic glimpse into the diversity and mix of global cultures at BU. Learn a completely new language or brush up on your existing linguistic skills, and immerse yourself in your own or another culture.

Make new friends, take part in social events, learn about other faiths and reflect outside of your busy study schedules – just a few of the things you can expect from the Faith clubs and societies.

Explore the clubs and societies which have achieved 5* status from SUBU. Essentially, this means that they have become the crème de la crème of the clubs and societies through increasing participation, encouraging community involvement and raising monies for their chosen charities.

Whether you are a political novice or an experienced campaigner, you can get involved from day one. With opportunities to meet MPs and trips to Parliament, becoming part of these clubs and societies is guaranteed to expand your life experiences.

Designed for those special interests that bring like-minded people together, this assorted list of clubs continues to grow. From the Iris LGBTQ+ Society to the Anime Society, the Chess Society to the Wildlife Conservation Society, there’s something for pretty much everyone.

If you’ve ever fancied trying your hand at a new sport or are keen to continue with a sport that you love, the Sports clubs and societies can offer you just that. Whether you are a top athlete or just want to keep fit, with a variety of clubs and societies on offer, there’s bound to be something for you to enjoy.

And don’t forget the many classes, activities and the gym run by SportBU if you’re looking for other opportunities to socialise and keep fit.