Hi! I’m Nikki. I’m originally from the Netherlands and came all the way to Bournemouth to study an MA in Creative Writing and Publishing. After studying at BU for a year, I can truly look back at an amazing experience as a BU student. Let me tell you about my top 5 of all-time favourites… Read more » about The top 5 things which excited me the most at BU
Guest blogger
All our students and graduates have a lot to say! The BU family regularly share their experiences and top tips. We'll use the 'guest blogger' profile to publish content produced by students, past and present, that aren't part of our official team of bloggers and vloggers. Happy viewing!!
What happens in week one at BU
My name is Martina and I am a Bulgarian postgraduate student in MSc Tourism management and marketing. You might be feeling overwhelmed or even confused about your first week at Bournemouth University because everything is new and maybe you don’t know anybody here. So let me give you some tips about the exciting induction week… Read more » about What happens in week one at BU
Tips and tricks for arrivals week
I am Sandra Achim from Romania studying a Master’s in Events Management here at BU since September 2017. We all know that preparing to go abroad as a student can be challenging but I promise you that this will be an unforgettable adventure. I would like to share with you what happened during my arrival… Read more » about Tips and tricks for arrivals week
The start of uni with Club Soda
This is a guest blog by Eleanor Townend. Fresher’s is great for getting to know the people around you, the beautiful Bournemouth area and of course for making those lifetime new friends- But what if you don’t fancy drinking alcohol during week one, or maybe just need a rest from the ‘bar type’ environment, but… Read more » about The start of uni with Club Soda
Balint Brunner – my year placement at Airbus
Full name: Balint Brunner Course: BA (Hons) Public Relations What was your placement: Internal Communications & Community Engagement Assistant What made you want to undertake a placement? Public relations is a very fast-paced industry, so I found it crucial to get some experience as part of my degree. I loved the idea of… Read more » about Balint Brunner – my year placement at Airbus
Andreea’s story – why I chose MSc Management with Project Management
A Q&A with recent MSc Management with Project Management graduate Andreea. What was your main reason for studying a postgraduate qualification? The main reason of getting a Master’s degree in Project Management was to allow me to pursue the career path I want to follow. Why did you choose BU? BU had the courses I… Read more » about Andreea’s story – why I chose MSc Management with Project Management
Alexandru-Cristian’s story – why I chose MSc Management with Human Resources
Alexandru-Cristian, originally from Romania, has just completed his MSc Management with Human Resources. Find out why he chose BU and what his favourite things about living in Bournemouth are. What was your main reason for studying a postgraduate qualification? To further not only my knowledge in the area but to become more eligible for a… Read more » about Alexandru-Cristian’s story – why I chose MSc Management with Human Resources
More than just an internship, 15 months on…
This is a guest blog by Oliver Tunmore, explaining how he was able to get his placement with Magenta whilst studying BA (Hons) Media Production. I can remember my interview at Magenta as if it were only a few months back, and it’s terrifying to think that it was actually February 2017. I remember pulling up… Read more » about More than just an internship, 15 months on…
Oliver’s story – why I chose MSc Sport Management
Before Ollie completed his MSc Sport Management, we quizzed him about his BU experience. What was your main reason for studying a postgraduate qualification? To improve career opportunities. Why did you choose BU? Location and the reputation of Bournemouth University, plus the unique variety of the course. What are the best things about your course… Read more » about Oliver’s story – why I chose MSc Sport Management
Thomas Dence, our enterprising placement student, and his challenging year in industry
This is a guest blog by Thomas Dence. The idea of finishing University and heading straight out into the real world of work was for me, as I think it is for many, both nerve-wracking and exciting. So, when, at the beginning of my Second Year, I was given the opportunity to get a head… Read more » about Thomas Dence, our enterprising placement student, and his challenging year in industry
Clearing from a parental perspective
This is a guest blog written by Louise Gaff Calling all parents, this one’s for you! This is a guest blog from our of BU student’s parents perspective, talking about her daughters experience with Clearing. Are you a parent looking to share your views? Get in touch! My daughter Ellen had completed her A-levels in… Read more » about Clearing from a parental perspective
Fay’s story – why I chose MSc Investigative Forensic Psychology
Fay’s just completed her MSc Investigative Forensic Psychology . Here she tells us why she chose BU and shares her advice with anyone thinking about studying here. What was your main reason for studying a postgraduate qualification? To increase my skill base. Why did you choose BU? The course was exactly what I was looking… Read more » about Fay’s story – why I chose MSc Investigative Forensic Psychology