A day in the life of a Politics and Economics student

This is a guest blog post by current student Nyibol Deng, studying BA (Hons) Politics and Economics.  Yes, we exist. I’m proud to be able to say I’m one of the “guinea pigs”, as my year were the first cohort to have the privilege of experiencing this course at BU. Though small, our course is… Read more » about A day in the life of a Politics and Economics student

Why I chose MSc Physician Associate Studies?

Hear from Alexander and Sushila, currently studying MSc Physician Associate Studies, about what they love about their course and why they chose this career path. Physician Associate (PA) studies is a fantastic opportunity for graduates to become healthcare professionals, helping to diagnose and treat patients. Bournemouth University offers an intense two-year training course led by… Read more » about Why I chose MSc Physician Associate Studies?

Highlight of my three-year journey studying Sociology at BU

This is a guest blog by Henry Fitch-Bartlett, final year BA (Hons) Sociology student who will be graduating from BU with first class honours. After three years studying Sociology, my time at Bournemouth University has come to an end. Throughout my studies I have focused on a wide range of subjects that have been engaging…. Read more » about Highlight of my three-year journey studying Sociology at BU

Reflecting on my placement year at the Walt Disney Company

This is a guest blogger post by current student Ben Levene, studying BA (Hons) Marketing Communications. Now that I have finished my placement year, it seems like a great time to reflect on working for the Walt Disney Company. First of all, let me introduce myself. My name is Ben and I will be going… Read more » about Reflecting on my placement year at the Walt Disney Company

My experience as a Sociology & Social Anthropology student

This is a guest blog by Ayra, first year BA (Hons) Sociology and Social Anthropology student. Hi everyone, my name is Ayra. I’m an international student currently studying BA (Hons) Sociology & Social Anthropology, and just finished with my first year. I’ve always been interested to pursue my studies in Social Anthropology so it was… Read more » about My experience as a Sociology & Social Anthropology student

Why I love studying Nutrition at Bournemouth University 

This is a guest blog by April Dyer, currently studying BSc (Hons) Nutrition at Bournemouth University. Going to university can sometimes be a daunting time, whether you go straight from sixth form, college or in later life. I personally never thought university was for me and always ruled it out, but after many jobs that… Read more » about Why I love studying Nutrition at Bournemouth University 

Placement experience inspiration for final year projects and direction for graduating

This is a guest blog post by current student Megan Voice, studying BA (Hons) Media Production who secured a B2B Marketing Associate role at Lenovo. Megan Voice: https://www.linkedin.com/in/megan-voice-media-production-marketing/ The three words to describe my placement search would be challenging, daunting and informative. The three words to describe my placement experience would be valuable, varied and… Read more » about Placement experience inspiration for final year projects and direction for graduating

From Bournemouth to Bali: Zach’s prize-winning placement

Last year, BSc (Hons) Environmental Science student Zach Boakes wrote a blog piece about his placement year co-founding volunteering organisation North Bali Reef Conservation. Now he has been awarded the BU Placement Prize for his achievements, he is back with an update on how it is all going.  My sandwich placement was spent at North… Read more » about From Bournemouth to Bali: Zach’s prize-winning placement

My Clearing journey at BU

This is a guest blog by current student Rachel Morley, currently studying BSc (Hons) Adult Nursing. Hi I’m Rachel and I am going to talk a little about my experience of applying through Clearing at Bournemouth University. This time last year, university was only mentioned to me and the thought of applying was terrifying. I was… Read more » about My Clearing journey at BU

My frontline experience as a physiotherapy student

This is a guest blog by current student Emma Blackman, currently studying BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy. COVID-19, what a rollercoaster. Working on the elderly care unit throughout this time has been heart wrenching and emotionally challenging at best. I have witnessed the absolute worst and the absolute best in a matter of months. The team-work I have… Read more » about My frontline experience as a physiotherapy student