Diana Pelino is from Italy and is studying BA (Hons) Computer Animation Arts and Design. Follow her as she guides you through many of the exercising options available at SportBU, as well as the ones offered by many of the BU clubs and societies. Diana Pelino, Italy, BA (Hons) Computer Animation Arts and Design, 2017/18
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!!
No excuses for being lazy!
Bruna Tolomeli is from Brazil and is studying MA Post Production Editing. In this vlog she introduces the several options available to students at BU who wishes to practice sports and exercise. Having a fully equipped gym and variety of fitness classes on campus, gives you no excuse for being lazy. Bruna Tolomeli, Brazil, MA… Read more » about No excuses for being lazy!
Grading and assessment: Italy versus UK
Diana Pelino is from Italy and is studying BA (Hons) Computer Animation Arts and Design. In this vlog she explains the main differences between assessment methods in the UK and in Italy, as well as a brief explanation of the grading system in the two countries. Diana Pelino, Italy, BA (Hons) Computer Animation Arts and… Read more » about Grading and assessment: Italy versus UK
Can grades really measure knowledge?
Giorgios Kapsanakis is from Greece and is studying MA Directing Film and Television. As most international students, he struggled to understand and accept the grading system in the UK. In this vlog he explains why he decided to stop worrying about grades and start focusing on learning and collaborating with people from all over the… Read more » about Can grades really measure knowledge?
Comfort food on a budget
Kamila Bianchi is from Brazil and is studying MA 3D Computer Animation. She always cooks healthy meals at home, but when she goes out she treats herself to some delicious comfort food. In this vlog, she explains how she eats out on a tight student budget. Kamila Bianchi, Brazil, MA 3D Computer Animation, 2017/18
Adapting to local flavours
Diana Pelino is from Italy and is studying BA (Hons) Computer Animation Arts and Design. After the initial shock about eating behaviours in the UK, she soon started adapting to local flavours and discovered how international the Bournemouth cuisine really is. Watch her vlog to find out more. Diana Pelino, Italy, BA (Hons) Computer Animation Arts and… Read more » about Adapting to local flavours
UK food: reputation vs reality
Giorgios Kapsanakis is from Greece and is studying MA Directing Film and Television. In this vlog he tells us how Bournemouth can be an exciting place to eat, even though we are in England, which does not have such a good reputation when it comes to food. Giorgios Kapsanakis, Greece, MA Directing Film and Television, 2017/18
Job hunting: Brazil versus UK
Bruna Tolomeli is from Brazil and is studying MA Post Production Editing. In this vlog she explains the main differences between applying for jobs in the Brazil and in the UK, as well as how the BU Careers Services is helping her to go through this challenging process. Bruna Tolomeli, Brazil, MA Post Production Editing… Read more » about Job hunting: Brazil versus UK
Get help with job hunting
Kamila Bianchi is from Brazil and is studying MA 3D Computer Animation. In this vlog she describes how the Careers Services at BU is helping her prepare to look for jobs once she graduates. Kamila Bianchi, Brazil, MA 3D Computer Animation, 2017/18
Life beyond the beach
I am Bruna Tolomeli from Brazil studying a Master’s in Post Production Editing here at BU since September 2017. Bournemouth is known for its beach, which is ranked as one of the best beaches in the UK, however the town has plenty of other leisure activities to offer. The Cinema Let’s start with my favourite one:… Read more » about Life beyond the beach
The “Pink Hoody” Team
I am Sugandha Bhandari from India, currently doing my Masters in Corporate Communication at Bournemouth University. I work for BU as an international student ambassador, which gives me the opportunity to belong to the “pink hoodie” team that represents the university. Pay above average There are a lot of benefits to being a student ambassador,… Read more » about The “Pink Hoody” Team
Being a student ambassador has definitely enriched my time at BU
I’m Milla Räsänen from Sweden, studying MSc Clinical and Developmental Neuropsychology. In addition to studying, I work as an international student ambassador at BU. This means that I help out on open days and I get to write blogs like this one! Getting paid is a big plus when you are a student, but there… Read more » about Being a student ambassador has definitely enriched my time at BU