For years, Bournemouth has had a reputation for being gay-friendly, with lots of LGBTQ+ spots and events to offer. If you’re just arriving at university, or you’re a third year dipping your toes in the water for the first time, here are some great LGBTQ+ spaces to start with. While Flirt Café isn’t an exclusively… Read more » about Best LGBTQ+ spots in Bournemouth
What it’s like living alone for the first time at uni
I’m back with another vlog! 😁 This time, I’m chatting through what it’s like to live alone in first year – which is a big change if you’ve not lived away from home before. It’s really exciting but there can be challenge – I talk through all of that and hopefully set your mind at… Read more » about What it’s like living alone for the first time at uni
A mature fish out of water – my undergrad experience as a mature student
If you’re anything like me, you find yourself watching a video for a moment too long on social media, and suddenly you are part of that algorithm… for me, it was Gary Vaynerchuck, better known on his socials as Gary Vee. Before I knew it, I was being screamed at in a high-pitched voice about… Read more » about A mature fish out of water – my undergrad experience as a mature student
Advice on how to choose a university
Thinking about the future can be daunting (I know – stressful and confusing!) especially when you have recently chosen your A-level subjects, or BTEC’s. Sometimes, you could want a change in career by the end of your A-levels and this is completely normal being young. Heads up – you don’t necessarily need to pursue a… Read more » about Advice on how to choose a university
My go-to Talbot Campus hangout and study spots
Hey guys, it’s Q here! I’ve created a vlog about my favourite go-to hangout and study spots on Talbot Campus – enjoy :)!
Three clubs to try in the New Year, and why societies can help you!
2024 is here, and a new year is a great reason to try new things! When I first moved away from home, I struggled to find my feet and places I belonged, but my university experience got so much better when I started getting involved with everything Bournemouth has to offer. I became much happier… Read more » about Three clubs to try in the New Year, and why societies can help you!
An average student weekly food shop haul
If you’re unsure what your weekly food shop will look like at uni, I can offer some insight! In this vlog, I talk through my average weekly food shop as a student, including some budgeting tips and tricks! Hope it helps 🍕🍏
Healthy habits to create as a student
Hi everyone, I’m Lily, and I’ve created a vlog about healthy habits to try and create for the New Year! The habits also relate to hopefully making your life as a student even better too 😊 Enjoy!
My Hackathon event experience
During my reading week in the first semester of my second year of studies, I participated in the Bournemouth University X ClickASnap & Teemill Hackathon event, run by the Computing and Informatics department! This was the second Hackathon event I have taken part in, and these events were open to all students within both the… Read more » about My Hackathon event experience
Why choose Bournemouth University?
When trying to figure out what university you want to go to, there a several factors that people look out for. Some of these things are location, social life, halls of living, societies, and course type. This blog will tell you everything Bournemouth has to offer and make it easier for you if you are… Read more » about Why choose Bournemouth University?
Everything there is to know about undergraduate student finance for 2024 entry
Our Future Students Enquiry Team advisers are foundations of knowledge and every so often we ask them to share their top tips on key topics. Here’s their latest blog about all things student finance for undergraduate students. What financial help can I get? Tuition Fee Loans to cover the full cost of your course. This… Read more » about Everything there is to know about undergraduate student finance for 2024 entry
The range of accommodation options at BU explained
Hi guys, I’m Katy, and I studied at BU for my undergraduate degree and now I’m studying my postgraduate research degree here too! In my vlog I run through all the accommodation options available to both undergraduate and postgraduate students at BU 🏡