Giorgos is from Greece and is currently studying at BU. In this vlog he talks about his life in Bournemouth, from food and weather challenges, to the opportunities he found to follow his passion. By Giorgos Kapsanakis, Greece, MA Directing Film and Television, 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!!
Academic Support at BU
Current student, Erin from America, gives you some examples of academic support available to student at BU, such as the Library Help Desk and the Additional Learning Team. By Erin Snell, USA, BA (Hons) Media and Communication
Extra help outside class
Find out from Diana, current student from Italy, about several academic support services offered at BU, such as Peer Assisted Learning, Academic Adviser and Learning Development Team. By Diana Pelino, Italy, BA (Hons) Computer Animation and Design, 2017/18
Why should you volunteer?
My name is Sandra Achim and I’m studying MSc Events Management. Before, I came here I thought that university was just about studying, but I’ve changed my opinion. Here at Bournemouth University and in Bournemouth, there are lots of opportunities for students to be involved in different activities and be part of a community with… Read more » about Why should you volunteer?
5 reasons to start volunteering
Hi there! I am Nikki Mennen from the Netherlands and studying MA in Creative Writing and Publishing. When I was sixteen years old, I decided to take at least one volunteering opportunity every year. Why? Let me give you five reasons! You help others Well, first of all you are helping others. Volunteering often evolves… Read more » about 5 reasons to start volunteering
Developing your study skills in the UK
I am Bruna Tolomeli from Brazil studying MA Post Production Editing. In my opinion, study skills in Brazil are not that different from the ones in the UK, but I have noticed a few differences between them. Exams vs essays Firstly, one of the differences is the way each country assesses their students. In Brazil, I… Read more » about Developing your study skills in the UK
My part-time job as a BU Student Ambassador
Hello, I am Tsz Kam Yeung from Hong Kong and I am currently studying MSc Events Marketing. BU Student Ambassador is my first part-time job in the UK and it is really good fun. Flexible working hours Working hours for student ambassadors are more flexible than other part-time jobs. It fits in with our studies… Read more » about My part-time job as a BU Student Ambassador
Successfully working part-time as student in Bournemouth
I am Martina Gardeva from Bulgaria studying MSc Tourism Management and Marketing. I am currently working as Student Ambassador for BU and I know what it is like to be searching for a part-time job as an international student. Here are some hints on how to successfully work part-time as student in Bournemouth: Work is… Read more » about Successfully working part-time as student in Bournemouth
Part-time work opportunities in Bournemouth
Hello! My name is Giorgos Kapsanakis. I am from Greece and I am doing my Master’s in Directing Film and Television at Bournemouth University. I know that coming from far away to study can be very difficult. So many questions arise… Are we going to miss home? What is it like to live far away… Read more » about Part-time work opportunities in Bournemouth
Part-time work opportunities are right in front of you!
I am Bruna Tolomeli from Brazil studying a Master’s in Post Production Editing. Study in England has always been my dream, but supporting myself financially whilst studying brought me a lot of anxiety, even before arriving in Bournemouth. However, all the anxiety went away when I received the confirmation that I would become a Student Ambassador for… Read more » about Part-time work opportunities are right in front of you!
A guide to part-time jobs in Bournemouth
I’m Sandra Achim from Romania, studying a Master’s in Events Management. As a full-time student, it is very difficult to make extra money to help with our daily spending, but it is not impossible. I have, in fact, two part-time jobs, as a BU Student Ambassador and as a Retail Assistant at PRIMARK. Sometimes, I… Read more » about A guide to part-time jobs in Bournemouth
A Brazilian in Bournemouth: still looking for good coffee
I am Kamila Bianchi, studying MA 3D Computer Animation. Brazilians are known for being happy, excited and friendly. Living here and socializing with so many different cultures have made me realise that some of these stereotypes are actually true. Sharing the Brazil nobody knows Although we usually meet Brazilians anywhere around the world, I am… Read more » about A Brazilian in Bournemouth: still looking for good coffee