Let Alejandra share with you what it is like living in Chesil house
Private accommodation at BU
Clinical Psychology student Talya shares why she chose to live in private accommodation
Living in Dorchester House
Hi! I am Sujata Shekhawat from India and I am doing Media and Communication. Moving away from home and living an independent life can be a daunting experience for many, but it’s quite normal. In my case, it was my first time living away from home so I was pretty nervous, I needed a place… Read more » about Living in Dorchester House
Living in Lyme Regis House
Living in Lyme Regis House resembles a close community where your peers are your neighbours. The tenants from the flat parallel to mine are good friends we share ingredients, clothes, food, and support each other. The immense support from staff and security down in reception is also exceptional whenever concerns arise such as maintenance problems,… Read more » about Living in Lyme Regis House
A mature student living in halls
“Oh my god, no way! I’d never have thought that!” This is the response I receive every time I tell someone, usually begrudgingly, that I am classed as a mature student. This isn’t because I am blessed with youthful looks, it’s because university is actually an environment where people either just don’t notice or just… Read more » about A mature student living in halls
Why you should choose to live in Student Village
I’m Lara Barusso from Italy, currently studying Computer Animation Art and design, and i would like to tell you a bit more about my accommodation. The Student Village is a great place to stay for your first year!. My first impression was that it was like being in a movie, when I first arrived I… Read more » about Why you should choose to live in Student Village
Living at Purbeck House
Hi everyone! I’m Areej! I am from Egypt and I’m doing the games software engineering course. Today I want to talk about my experience living in Purbeck house so far. Cosy room and lovely flatmates Surprisingly enough I don’t find my accommodation room too small. In addition to a lot of storage space under the… Read more » about Living at Purbeck House
Living in hospital accommodation v living in halls as a health and social care student
This is a guest blog by current student Marie Drayton who studies BSc (Hons) Adult Nursing and Lucy Biggs who studies BSc (Hons) Mental Health Nursing. – Marie Drayton Studying while living in Bournemouth hospital accommodation has been a really positive experience for me. I’ve not had to worry about moving every year, and because… Read more » about Living in hospital accommodation v living in halls as a health and social care student
ResLifeBU – Who are we and what do we do!?
This is a guest blog by ResLifeBU Assistant Phoebe Watkins. Feeling a little apprehensive about moving away from home? Wondering how your going to meet new people when you arrive? ResLifeBU have you covered. In 2016 BU launched ResLife, to help create a lively, friendly and supportive community for new students in BU accommodation. So,… Read more » about ResLifeBU – Who are we and what do we do!?
How ResLifeBU supports you
The concept of ResLifeBU was very alien and unheard to me before I moved into a BU accommodation hall. A team run and managed by students and staff to ensure quality social and mental well-being for those staying at halls, is ResLifeBU summed up in a sentence. This blog is to do ResLifeBU justice beyond… Read more » about How ResLifeBU supports you
A student’s guide to Bournemouth
Thinking of studying at Bournemouth University and wanting to get to know the area before you decide? Well, you’ve come to the right place! I’m Sam, and in this short video, I’ll be taking you around all the places you will spend your life here at Bournemouth University, from the sunny beach (voted the best… Read more » about A student’s guide to Bournemouth
Living at BU’s Okeford House
Okeford House is an accommodation unit specifically for postgraduate students, about 20 minutes’ walk from Bournemouth University, off Wimborne Road. I live by myself in a studio flat, meaning my room contains my sleep and study area, along with a kitchen, shower, and bathroom all in one unit, but having flatmates is a much… Read more » about Living at BU’s Okeford House
Recent posts
Tackling accommodation & cost of living as a student in Bournemouth
How I spent five weeks in Fiji through the Turing Scheme funding at BU
The benefits of part-time work for international students
How the accreditations on the Multimedia Journalism course aid your employability
My Hospitality placement experience in Melbourne, Australia
Stacey, Rosie, and Eli’s Duke of Imran Award
Studying in the UK as an international student: Is it worth it?
How much money you need as a student (& money saving tips)
The role of accreditation in Psychology degrees: what does it mean?
Navigating university life: things I wish I knew before I arrived