Hi, my name is Siju Yusuf from Nigeria, studying the MA Media and Communication. One of the exciting and motivating things about studying at Bournemouth University is the range of academic support the university provides, such as IT support, Peer Assisted Learning (PAL) and Additional Learning Support (ALS). Making your learning experience worthwhile As diverse… Read more » about Academic support at BU is all about its people
A comprehensive guide to BU academic support
I am Martina Gardeva from Bulgaria studying MSc Tourism Management and Marketing. As you prepare to start your studies at BU you might be wondering what you should do if you need help once you are here. As a student at BU, you will have free access to many academic support services, such as the… Read more » about A comprehensive guide to BU academic support
Know your weaknesses and work on them!
I am Bruna Tolomeli from Brazil studying MA Post Production Editing. As an international student whose first language is not English, I was concerned about starting my studies at Bournemouth University and not having enough help and guidance. I was surprised to see how well prepared the university is regarding academic support. Build your confidence To… Read more » about Know your weaknesses and work on them!
Faye Stammers – my placement at TLC Marketing
Name: Faye Stammers Course: Media and Communications Placement Company: TLC Marketing Placement Job Title: PR and Marketing Executive Placement length: 1 year (extending my contract for two months over summer because I love it here so much) Placement company website: http://www.tlcmarketing.com/Market/uk LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/faye-stammers/ What did you find the most helpful in your placement search:… Read more » about Faye Stammers – my placement at TLC Marketing
Top places to escape exam stress
Spring has arrived, which means the pressure is on to start revising for your summer exams – but how can you do this in a way that isn’t stressful or mentally damaging? Well, I have devised a little Bournemouth-based getaway for you, showing you the best places you can go to escape the seemingly never-ending… Read more » about Top places to escape exam stress
#MyPlacementStory – my year with Debenhams
This is a guest blog written by BA (Hons) English student, Daisy about her placement at Debenhams. Where are you from and why did you come to BU? I’m from Oxford. I came to Bournemouth as it basically ticked all of the boxes for me: away from home but only two hours away, loved Bournemouth town… Read more » about #MyPlacementStory – my year with Debenhams
Q&A with nutrition student Roisin
Hi Everyone! My name’s Roisin and I’m a 3rd year nutrition student at BU. This blog post is here to answer some popular food and nutrition questions, and more importantly how food can impact on your studies. Hope you enjoy it! Q: Why should you ensure you have a good diet? A good diet helps… Read more » about Q&A with nutrition student Roisin
Chrissie’s placement at MM and Company
Name: Chrissie Bishop Course: (BA) Hons Communications and Media Placement at: MM and Company Placement Job Title: Marketing, Events and Social Media intern Placement length: 40 weeks Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrissie-b-4831ba9a/ Tell us about the company and your role: MM and Company is a small team of 4 people including me, located in the North West of London… Read more » about Chrissie’s placement at MM and Company
My marketing communications (BA) experience
My BU experience began when I literally couldn’t avoid the Media School’s popularity while searching for UK-based marketing courses. After weeks of filtering through all the different courses and attending various open days, Bournemouth landed the top four out of five places in my UCAS application! The Media School’s Marketing Communications, Advertising, PR and Media… Read more » about My marketing communications (BA) experience
Studying in the UK vs Vietnam
MSc Retail Management and Marketing student, Ngoc Huyen Nguyen, shares her experience with studying in the UK and how it compares with studying in her country, Vietnam. Studying in the UK is a unique experience, which is totally different from my experience back home. Here are some study skills that I have gained after six… Read more » about Studying in the UK vs Vietnam
Studying in the UK vs Bulgaria
MSc Tourism Management and Marketing student, Martina Gardeva, shares her experience with studying in the UK and how it compares with studying in her country, Bulgaria. When coming to the UK to study, some of your biggest concerns might be if you are going to be able to cope with the demanding study environment, and… Read more » about Studying in the UK vs Bulgaria
Studying in the UK vs in Brazil
MA 3D Computer Animation student, Kamila Bianchi, shares her experience with studying in the UK and how it compares with studying in her country, Brazil. My first thought when comparing studying in Brazil with the UK was that here (in the UK) you have to dedicate a lot more time to your studies than back… Read more » about Studying in the UK vs in Brazil