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?

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

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

The perks of working as a Student Ambassador at BU

My name is Martina Gardeva and I am a Bulgarian postgraduate student in MSc Tourism Management and Marketing. I have been working as a student ambassador since September 2017 and I can honestly say it was one of my best decisions. I am really thankful for this opportunity and would encourage everybody who wants to… Read more » about The perks of working as a Student Ambassador at BU

It’s not just about the money

I am Kamila Bianchi, from Brazil! I am studying a Masters in 3D Computer Animation at BU. I initially joined the student ambassador team because I needed extra money and, as my course was really busy, I wouldn’t have been able to have a regular part-time job. However, what this opportunity has brought to me… Read more » about It’s not just about the money

Helping others make an important decision

I am Bruna Tolomeli from Brazil studying a master’s in Post Production Editing here at BU since September 2017. One of the main concerns about travelling overseas to study is whether or not you will find a part-time job. I will tell you a little bit about being a student ambassador and how rewarding it is… Read more » about Helping others make an important decision