Mafalda’s journey to BU

Hi! I’m Mafalda, a 20-year-old girl from Portugal who’s about to join Bournemouth University to study an MA in 3D computer Animation, to add a twist to her academic life. It’s hard for me to delimit my journey to BU, getting to where I am was somewhat of a long run, with a certain amount of obstacles,… Read more » about Mafalda’s journey to BU

Gina’s journey to Forensic Toxicology (Part Two)

Abingdon Health Ltd – Birmingham Research Park, University of Birmingham I was gratified studying within toxicology and my thesis-topic fitted with my desire to analyse biologically natural toxins, giving me the opportunity to spend two weeks working in a functioning Research & Development laboratory with a commercial company (Abingdon Health Ltd).   Arriving at the… Read more » about Gina’s journey to Forensic Toxicology (Part Two)

Gina’s journey to Forensic Toxicology (Part One)

From childhood I’ve dreamed of one thing, working with venomous animal species. My fascination stemmed from my obsession with naturalist Steve Irwin. I remember waiting eagerly for Irwin’s shows and taking in my beloved VHS recorded ‘Crocodile Hunter’ and ‘Venomous Snakes of…’ to my nursery class, convinced everyone had the same passion as me; in… Read more » about Gina’s journey to Forensic Toxicology (Part One)

Lieke’s journey to BU

“It is my dream to build a world with words… I have found my place to start” My name is Lieke. I am twenty-one years old and from the Netherlands. I have a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Amsterdam. In September I’m moving to Bournemouth to study Scriptwriting. This is my story.  … Read more » about Lieke’s journey to BU

Saskia’s Global Horizon Journey

In April, I received the fabulous message that I would be a recipient of the Global Horizon, as well as the Santander Fund! These funds enabled me to fulfill my dream of going back to America in order to conduct research for my dissertation. The topic of my dissertation project is to analyze how the… Read more » about Saskia’s Global Horizon Journey

My placement story at Discover Networks International

Chantelle Argent, studying BA (Hons) English, is currently on placement at Discover Networks International. We fired a few questions at her to hear what she says about her experience! Journalism, English and Communication Placements Where is your placement and what is your job title? Discovery Networks International – Marketing Services Intern Why did you choose… Read more » about My placement story at Discover Networks International

My upcoming placement with Norwegian Cruise Line

I am Mikaela Yurukova, an undergraduate Tourism Management student, completing my second year in the Department of Tourism and Hospitality, Bournemouth University. My passion for personal development, learning about different cultures, languages and travelling, as well as helping other people in any way I can are the main things that have been keeping me going…. Read more » about My upcoming placement with Norwegian Cruise Line

Why should you do a placement?

For their placements, Hayley and Hannah have stayed right here at Bournemouth University, working as Education Outreach Assistants. Here are their thoughts on why a placement is so important. “I’m sorry, but you’re over-qualified and under-experienced for this job.” The worst, but one of the most frequently heard phrases for graduates when fighting to find their feet… Read more » about Why should you do a placement?

How BU helped secure my placement

My name is Suyan and I’m studying MSc International Hospitality and Tourism Management at Bournemouth University.  I have just completed my 40-week placement at one of the best seaside hotels in Bournemouth. I used the information on BU’s MyCareerHub to help search for job vacancies, guidance on CV writing and interview techniques.  I also made… Read more » about How BU helped secure my placement