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Ellie Stiles

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Ellie Stiles

2016/17 MA Post Production Editing

Hi, I’m Ellie and I’m an MA post Production Editing student here at BU. I like cats, films, space and the internet. I lived with my parents and studied abroad while doing my undergrad so Bournemouth is a new adventure, and one I’m enjoying very much. Dying my hair is a hobby of mine so keep an eye out for the changes! I’ve been vlogging for 4 years and my aim here is to continue doing what I love, while helping prospective and current students.

What I’d tell myself a year ago

28 July 2017

Posted under: Blogs Archive, Blogs Archive

This year has seemed to whizz by, these are some things that I wish I’d picked up from the start 🙂

Tags: a year ago, Bournemouth university, MA editing, master's, postgraduate study, Reflection, student vlogs, what I'd tell myself a year ago

Mental health at BU

22 June 2017

Posted under: Blogs Archive, Blogs Archive

Here’s  a bit of a chat about my experience with mental health issues whilst studying at Bournemouth University. Feel free to ask any questions and I hope you have a good day!

Tags: counselling, GP, health, master's, Mental Health, postgrad, postgraduate study, vlog

Preparing for life after your Postgrad

2 June 2017

Posted under: Blogs Archive, Blogs Archive

Make the most of your last few months of being a student! Here’s a couple of ideas of how you can be prepared for when you leave.  

Tags: careers advice, job prospects, life after postgrad, postgrad, preparation, Student

Places for group study on campus

25 May 2017

Posted under: Blogs Archive, Blogs Archive

These are a few of the places on campus (and a bonus place) that I find make group projects a little easier 🙂

Tags: Bournemouth university, BU, Faculty of Media & Communication, group study, library, postgraduate study, student vlogs, study, study tips

Student money saving tips

13 April 2017

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I hope you find these money saving tips useful, and feel free to ask questions below!

Tags: Bournemouth university, finance, funding, Money saving tips, Postgrad finances, top tips

International Women’s Day: Women who inspire me

8 March 2017

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It’s International Women’s Day today so here are just a few of the women who inspire me.

Tags: Bournemouth university, International Women's Day, postgraduate study, student vlogs

A day in the life of a postgrad student

1 February 2017

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Here’s just one of a whole range of days as a postgrad. It’s a crazy ride but so worth it.

Tags: A day in the life..., Bournemouth university, BU, day in the life, master's, postgraduate study, student vlogs

The social life of a postgrad student

12 January 2017

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Ellie is here to talk to you about the social life of a postgrad student…

Tags: Bournemouth university, BU, master's, postgraduate study, social life in Bournemouth, things to do in Bournemouth

PG Student Loans

6 January 2017

Posted under: Postgraduate, Vlogs Archive

Wondering about loans for Postgraduate students? Ellie is here to help!

Tags: Bournemouth university, finance, master's, postgraduate loans, postgraduate study, student vlogs

Why attend a postgradute open day?

9 December 2016

Posted under: Postgraduate, Vlogs Archive

Attending a PG open day was one of the most useful things I did before deciding to come to BU. Watch this to hear why, plus some additional tips!

Tags: Bournemouth university, BU Open Day, postgraduate open days, postgraduate study

Ellie’s journey to BU

23 November 2016

Posted under: Postgraduate, Vlogs Archive

Listen to Ellie’s story of how she came to be a Postgraduate student at BU studying MA Post Production Editing.  

Tags: journey, Post Production Editing, postgraduate study

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