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

The thoughts of an Indian in Bournemouth

I am Sugandha Bhandari, an Indian born in Thailand, studying MA Corporate Communication.  Life before Bournemouth I have lived in different parts of India and interacted with people from all over South East Asia throughout my life. My childhood was influenced by different cultures. While growing up, I was always interested in communicating with people… Read more » about The thoughts of an Indian in Bournemouth

Life for a Romanian in Bournemouth: a life changing experience

My name is Sandra Achim. I’m 22 years old and I’m from Romania. I am currently studying in Bournemouth and the programme is called MSc Events Management. It is a taught master’s degree and it takes about 12 months to complete. I’ve decided that I did not have many opportunities in my own country and… Read more » about Life for a Romanian in Bournemouth: a life changing experience

Life for a Nigerian in Bournemouth: from cultural shock to integration

Hi, my name is Siju Yusuf from Nigeria, studying MA Media and Communication. Living in Bournemouth and studying at the University is one of the most exciting yet fulfilling things I have ever done. I have enjoyed experiencing a new culture and interacting with people of diverse nationalities.  First, the cultural shock  I was not… Read more » about Life for a Nigerian in Bournemouth: from cultural shock to integration

A ‘Hongkonger’ in Bournemouth: adapting to a different life style

I am Tsz Kam Yeung from Hong Kong studying MSc Events Marketing. My first impression of Bournemouth was “Wow! Bournemouth is so quiet and so big, the beach is gorgeous!” People who live here are very friendly and calm.  Hong Kong is a small city surrounded by skyscrapers and the rhythm of life is very… Read more » about A ‘Hongkonger’ in Bournemouth: adapting to a different life style

Survival guide for a Bulgarian in Bournemouth

I am Martina Gardeva from Bulgaria studying MSc Tourism Management and Marketing. I came to Bournemouth more than 7 months ago and in this time, I can proudly say I have learnt some tricks on how to make the most of my time here. Life in a country like the UK, with quite a different… Read more » about Survival guide for a Bulgarian in Bournemouth

Life for a Brazilian in Bournemouth: making it feel like home!

I am Bruna Tolomeli from Brazil studying MA Post Production Editing. Life in Bournemouth has been going smoothly for me since I arrived directly from Copacabana Beach in Rio de Janeiro. The beach life style One of the reasons that attracted me to study in Bournemouth was the beach. I had the feeling that it would… Read more » about Life for a Brazilian in Bournemouth: making it feel like home!

Academic support at BU is all about its people

Hi, my name is Siju Yusuf from Nigeria, studying the MA Media and Communication. One of the exciting and motivating things about studying at Bournemouth University is the range of academic support the university provides, such as IT support, Peer Assisted Learning (PAL) and Additional Learning Support (ALS). Making your learning experience worthwhile As diverse… Read more » about Academic support at BU is all about its people