I’m Sandra Achim from Romania, studying MSc Events Management. Being a student means that there’s always going to be limitations on how you spend your money. Budgeting is very important, but you can still have a social life, enjoy good food, drinks, and many other activities by using student discounts. How can you do this?… Read more » about Keep spending to your budget limits
The time to save money is when you have some
I am Martina Gardeva from Bulgaria studying MSc Tourism Management and Marketing. As students, many of us struggle with living expenses because we are trying to be careful with our money, want to have fun, and have an exciting social life all at the same time. Have you ever wondered how you can save some… Read more » about The time to save money is when you have some
Learning to budget from experience
I am Ella Aaltonen from Finland studying BA (Hons) Computer Animation Art & Design. When I first arrived at university three months ago, I decided to make a budget for each week. I withdrew the budgeted amount of cash and lived of that money for the week. It worked…for a while. Everybody has their own… Read more » about Learning to budget from experience
Live your life the fullest without breaking the bank
My name is Charlotte Tuohy from the USA, studying MSc Tourism Management and Marketing. When you arrive at Bournemouth University, it is such an exciting time, and there will be so much to do. However, it is important to remember to budget your money well, so you can enjoy your entire time here in Bournemouth!… Read more » about Live your life the fullest without breaking the bank
Be prepared to face anything that comes your way
I am Bruna Tolomeli from Brazil studying the MA Post Production Editing. One of my main concerns before coming to Bournemouth was how to eat healthy and socialize with my friends while on a budget. Thankfully, it is not as hard as it seems! Keeping track of your money During my first month in Bournemouth… Read more » about Be prepared to face anything that comes your way
My first ‘Winter Christmas’ ever!
Kamila Bianchi from Brazil studies Computer Animation at BU. In this video she shares her experience spending Christmas in the northern hemisphere for the first time.
Feel the Christmas spirit all around town
Diana Pelino from Italy studies Computer Animation at BU. In this video she describes her Christmas experience in Bournemouth.
BU’s Free Fall Society
My knees are tight against my stomach as I crouch on the solid plane floor. Multiple heads with helmets sit before me, packed in like sardines, eagerly awaiting their turn. Now and again, their faces peer back, some eyes filled with fear, others glistening with excitement. As the engine roars and the plane propels upwards,… Read more » about BU’s Free Fall Society
Why BU’s MSc Nutrition and Behaviour is unique
Nutrition and Behaviour here at BU is truly a unique course (as the title suggests) and is unlike any you will find at other universities. It is the first course to combine the fundamental principles of nutrition, with the psychology behind these eating behaviours. If you are interested in how our brain affects what we decide… Read more » about Why BU’s MSc Nutrition and Behaviour is unique
Celebrating Christmas in your new home
I am Milla Rasanen from Sweden studying MSc Clinical and Developmental Neuropsychology. Spending Christmas abroad can seem a bit scary at first, especially if it’s your first time being away from your family at Christmas time. Fortunately, I have experienced Christmas abroad before, so I know what I’m in for. I’m here to share my… Read more » about Celebrating Christmas in your new home
Embracing new Christmas traditions
My name is Charlotte Tuohy from the USA and I am studying MSc Tourism Management and Marketing. Its Christmas time here in Bournemouth and it is a great place to be during this festive time of year! I love the time leading up to Christmas, so I have tried to take advantage of as many… Read more » about Embracing new Christmas traditions
Christmas away from home
I am Bruna Tolomeli from Brazil studying the MA Post Production Editing. Every year I spend Christmas with my family in Rio de Janeiro since it is a very important celebration in Brazil. In December, unlike in the UK, the weather in Rio is very warm. We go to the beach, have cold beverages, and… Read more » about Christmas away from home
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