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Luke Ackroyd

Luke Ackroyd archived

Luke Ackroyd

2016/17 MA Scriptwriting

Hey everyone, I’m Luke: Scriptwriter, YouTuber and part time bank robber... Okay, maybe not the last one. I graduated from Bournemouth University with one of those BA (Hons) Scriptwriting degrees two years ago, but couldn’t stay away. Now I’m back, studying a postgraduate degree in the same subject. It’s a lot of fun so far and it’s fantastic to be back at BU. Out of the course, I’m often playing board games, making silly videos and meeting up with friends. I’m going to be making a bunch of Vlogs for the university, so please feel free to check them out!

Why I chose BU

20 October 2017

Posted under: Blogs Archive, Blogs Archive

Hey! Thanks for clicking on this Vlog thing! Today, I’m talking about why I chose to go to Bournemouth university twice!

Tags: #Bournemouth, Bournemouth university, BU, master's, postgraduate study, student vlogs

Exploring BU: why you should come and visit

19 June 2017

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A quick tour around BU! Come visit to find out more…  

Tags: BU Open Day, BU vlogs, student vlogs, visiting BU

Ideas for people who do not drink alcohol at university

22 May 2017

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Hey, today I’m going to be talking about alternatives to drinking events at university. Thanks for watching!

Tags: drinking, Events, non-drinking, res life, sober, social, vlogs

Differences between postgraduate and undergraduate study

9 May 2017

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This latest vlog looks into some of the differences between undergraduate and postgraduate study.  Thanks for watching!

Tags: benefits of postgrad study, BU, postgrad, postgraduate, undergrad, vlog

Overcoming shyness at university

25 April 2017

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A few bits of advice for handling shyness whilst at university, either undergrad or postgrad.

Tags: shyness, student vlogs, top tips, vlog

Balancing postgraduate work and free time

17 April 2017

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Hey! Here’s a little Vlog with a few tips on balancing work and free time during a postgraduate degree.

Tags: balancing work, postgraduate, student vlogs

A day in the life of an MA scriptwriting student

6 April 2017

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A look into a Sunday of a postgraduate Scriptwriter…

Tags: A day in the life..., BU, day in the life, postgraduate, Scriptwriting

What is your favourite pancake topping?

27 February 2017

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In honour of Pancake Day I’ve been sent out on a super important mission… To find out what BU students favourite pancake toppings are!

Tags: Bournemouth university, BU, Pancake Day, student vlogs

Why I love MA Scriptwriting

3 February 2017

Posted under: Blogs Archive, Blogs Archive

Hello! Welcome to my first little Vlog for Bournemouth University. I’m Luke Ackroyd and I’m currently studying a postgraduate degree in scriptwriting. In this vlog, I talk about why I love my course. Thanks for watching!

Tags: #Bournemouth, A day in the life..., Bournemouth university, BU, Faculty of Media & Communication, MA Scriptwriting, master's, postgraduate courses, postgraduate study

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