Studying MSc Events Marketing at BU: it is all about ideas and people

Hello, I am Tsz Kam Yeung from Hong Kong and I am studying MSc Events Marketing. Why Bournemouth University?  There are not many universities that have a combination of events and marketing on their postgraduate courses. Normally, they either have just event management or just marketing. However, the course at BU has fulfilled my interests,… Read more » about Studying MSc Events Marketing at BU: it is all about ideas and people

Studying MA Creative Writing and Publishing at BU

Hi, I’m Nikki Mennen! I’m from the Netherlands and came all the way to Bournemouth to study MA in Creative Writing and Publishing. Are you thinking of coming to BU as well for this creative postgraduate course, or are you just curious about what we do? Let me tell you about my experience! Why Bournemouth University? … Read more » about Studying MA Creative Writing and Publishing at BU

Studying MA Corporate Communication at BU

Hi! I am Sugandha Bhandari from India, currently doing my master’s in Corporate Communication at Bournemouth University. After I graduated with a bachelor’s in Public Relations, I knew I wanted to pursue my masters. However, like many students, I was not sure which direction to take. After doing thorough research, I learned that Corporate Communication… Read more » about Studying MA Corporate Communication at BU

An inside view of the MSc Events Management second term

I am Yi-Hsin Chen from Taiwan studying MSc Events Management. During my first term, I had five to six classes per week, plus one group work project before Christmas. Once the second semester began, however, I found that the time I needed to spend at uni increased substantially! It’s getting real! The second term is… Read more » about An inside view of the MSc Events Management second term

Studying in Thailand vs the UK: miles apart in every sense

Hi! I am Sugandha Bhandari from India, currently doing my master’s in Corporate Communication at Bournemouth University. I did my bachelor’s in Communication Arts and Public Relations at Assumption University in Thailand, which is one of the first International Universities in that country. Practice vs theory The United Kingdom and Thailand are 5,000 something miles… Read more » about Studying in Thailand vs the UK: miles apart in every sense

Study Skills: the Netherlands vs the UK

Hi! I’m Nikki Mennen. I’m originally from the Netherlands and came all the way to Bournemouth to study a Master’s in Creative Writing and Publishing. Although the overall culture of the Netherlands is very similar to the UK, I noticed some differences whilst living as a student and developing my skills here.  Just don’t learn… Read more » about Study Skills: the Netherlands vs the UK

A guide for all sports enthusiasts at BU

My name is Martina Gardeva and I am a Bulgarian postgraduate student in MSc Tourism Management and Marketing. When I am not studying, I really like to spend my time working out or playing tennis. As you know, football is a religion in the UK, but let me assure you that there are many other… Read more » about A guide for all sports enthusiasts at BU

Fit and healthy at BU

Hello! My name is Giorgos Kapsanakis. I am from Greece and I am doing my masters in Directing Film and Television at Bournemouth University. Exercising has always been an important part of my life. To succeed on my assignments and projects, I need to keep my body and mind healthy. Luckily, BU has an excellent… Read more » about Fit and healthy at BU

A helping hand around every corner

Hi! I am Sugandha Bhandari from India, currently doing my master’s in Corporate Communication at Bournemouth University. Starting university far away from home was nerve-wrecking. I was both excited and scared about starting my postgraduate studies abroad. I was fortunate enough to find the services offered by the Student Wellbeing team soon enough and felt… Read more » about A helping hand around every corner

There is no shame in asking for help

My name is Martina Gardeva and I am a Bulgarian postgraduate student in MSc Tourism Management and Marketing. Being away from home and studying in a completely different country can be quite exhausting and overwhelming sometimes. It’s normal to feel homesick and miss your friends and family, but if you feel that you need to… Read more » about There is no shame in asking for help

What do the UK grades actually mean?

Below postgraduate student Martina describes the differences between grades in the UK and what they actually mean.  Something many of our international students find a challenge in the first term. For more information about what courses we offer at Bournemouth University UK, please see our website or follow our instagram to hear more from our… Read more » about What do the UK grades actually mean?

Grading system in the UK vs Nigeria: an easy adjustment

My name is Sijuade Yusuf from Nigeria, studying MA Media and Communication at Bournemouth University. I would say that the grading systems in Nigeria and the United Kingdom are very similar. This similarity in the grading system has been of tremendous benefit to me, as I have not had to experience any shock of adjustment… Read more » about Grading system in the UK vs Nigeria: an easy adjustment