My placement at the Foundation for Environmental Education

This is a guest blog post by current student Saga Oskarson Kindstrand, studying BA (Hons) Politics. My name is Saga, I am doing my bachelor in Politics at BU and just finished a 34 week placement at the Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE) in Copenhagen. I’m born and raised in Sweden but chose to attend… Read more » about My placement at the Foundation for Environmental Education

My reasons for studying Tourism & Hospitality at BU

This is a guest blog by current student Aranka Spanyik, read her blog to find out why she choose to study at Bournemouth University. Hello! My name is Aranka and I study International Tourism & Hospitality Management. When I came to an Open Day at BU, I instantly felt like I belonged, and I also… Read more » about My reasons for studying Tourism & Hospitality at BU

Christian’s work abroad experience in Bergen

This is a guest blog by Christian Abi Farah, BSc (Hons) Sports Therapy graduate. Studying sports therapy at Bournemouth University presented me with many opportunities. One of the most valuable experiences was being able to work abroad in Bergen, Norway. This had me witness a completely different culture and way of living. People in Bergen… Read more » about Christian’s work abroad experience in Bergen

Natasha’s Archaeology career on The Great British Dig

This is a guest blog by Natasha Billson, who graduated with a BSc (Hons) Archaeology at Bournemouth University in 2013. Since then she has worked across the world as a Field Archaeologist and TV Presenter on the Discovery/Science Channel and Channel 4’s The Great British Dig: History in Your Garden. When I look back at… Read more » about Natasha’s Archaeology career on The Great British Dig

All you need to know about applying for the NHS Learning Support Fund

This is a guest blog post by current student Cara Ginnifer, studying BSc (Hons) Operating Department Practice. Hello, my name is Cara, I’m a student ODP. I initially heard about the NHS Learning Support Fund (NHS LSF) through student finance. Most students are aware of student finance but as allied health professionals we can apply… Read more » about All you need to know about applying for the NHS Learning Support Fund

Why I chose BU to study Events Management

This is a guest blog by BA (Hons) Events Management student Emma Cottingham. Emma shares what it is like to study at Bournemouth University and offers some top tips to future students starting university. Why did you decide to study at BU and what attracted you to the Events Management degree? I have always been… Read more » about Why I chose BU to study Events Management

My Southampton Football Club placement during a pandemic

This is a guest blog by Connie Dayman, BSc (Hons) Sports Psychology and Coaching Sciences student. Connie discusses her placement experience at Southampton Football Club. One of the main reasons I chose to study at Bournemouth University three years ago, was the opportunity to get some real world applied experience for a full year on… Read more » about My Southampton Football Club placement during a pandemic

My experience as an ODP student

This is a guest blog post by current student Cara Ginnifer, studying BSc (Hons) Operating Department Practice. I’m Cara, a first year student studying BSc (Hons) Operating Department Practice (ODP). Not many people know what an ODP is or that we exist – I personally think it’s one of the best careers in healthcare. I… Read more » about My experience as an ODP student

Why I chose to study Sport Coaching at BU and advice for future students

We asked BSc (Hons) Sport Coaching student Archie McEachran a few questions about his BU experience and what he thinks about his course, read on to find out more. Why did you decide to study at BU and what attracted you to your course? I decided to study at Bournemouth University because the course was… Read more » about Why I chose to study Sport Coaching at BU and advice for future students

Why studying BU’s online Business degree was right for me

This is a guest blog by Chloe Hanham, BA (Hons) Global Business Management (Online) student. I had heard many good things about Bournemouth University, but particularly regarding their Media and Business courses, which is why I chose to study here. I have also lived in Bournemouth my entire life, so it worked well for me…. Read more » about Why studying BU’s online Business degree was right for me

My experience of studying Accounting & Finance at BU

Sharing her BU experience, this is a guest blog by Nicole Chee, first year BA (Hons) Accounting & Finance student. I choose to study at Bournemouth University because when I attended the opening evening, I instantly felt like I belonged here, and felt like I fit in. I had the gut feeling that this is… Read more » about My experience of studying Accounting & Finance at BU

A BU Maintenance Bursary made all the difference for Megan’s student experience

Guest blogger Megan Duckworth talks about student finance and the non-repayable BU Maintenance Bursary. The freedom and amazing new life experiences in which university gives you can be so exciting and enjoyable, however there are also some daunting factors which come with this new level of independence, including money. I joined Bournemouth University to study… Read more » about A BU Maintenance Bursary made all the difference for Megan’s student experience