Student Blog

How summer work experience can advance your career

6 June 2017

Summer – the time to relax after months of studying, go on holiday and enjoy the sun (something England lacks in) and for some the chance to boost their bank account. Whilst this sounds nice enough, there is one more thing that could add to your summer and could benefit you in the long run…. Read more » about How summer work experience can advance your career

5 tips for packing for university!

5 June 2017

Hi guys! Here’s a little video with some tips for packing for university. I share my best advice for packing and some essential items that have been life-saving for me! I hope you find it useful!

Preparing for life after your Postgrad

2 June 2017

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.

A day in the life of a nursing student

1 June 2017

This is a guest blog written by Beth Corden. A day in the life of a nursing student is very different to that of other university students. People may think we follow the stereotype label of ‘students’, getting up at midday, eating leftover dominos for breakfast and taking hung-over strolls to 12pm lectures… but let… Read more » about A day in the life of a nursing student

A day in the life of a Games Technology student

31 May 2017

Everything you need to know about lectures

29 May 2017

When applying to university a common question is what are lectures really like? Hopefully this blog will enlighten you a little more! Each module you take at university will be made up of lectures, seminars and workshops. They are all slightly different with regards to their learning based structures and outcomes. Lectures generally focus on… Read more » about Everything you need to know about lectures

Make the most of living in Dorset

26 May 2017

Bournemouth has plenty of options for social days and evenings out including: bowling, cinemas, clubs, restaurants, and beaches (just to name a few) but those are just the things on offer in the centre of town. In fact, Bournemouth is just a small part of the County of Dorset, and Dorset has many historic landmarks, beautiful coasts,… Read more » about Make the most of living in Dorset

Places for group study on campus

25 May 2017

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

Dani’s experience at the Florence Nightingale Commemoration Service

25 May 2017

After receiving an email about the opportunity to attend the annual Florence Nightingale Commemoration Service in London, with a ceremony in Westminster Abbey, I was quick to send my email explaining why I wanted to go. Nursing is a career that requires strong voices, strong minds and openness to change, as Florence quoted, “how very… Read more » about Dani’s experience at the Florence Nightingale Commemoration Service

5 reasons to come to Bournemouth University!

24 May 2017

After almost 2 years of studying at Bournemouth University I’ve got to know the uni and area pretty well! I’ve got together a few reasons why I love studying at BU and why it should definitely be a top consideration of yours! More Information! SUBU @ Bournemouth

Mo’ Money, Mo’ Problems…!

24 May 2017

STUDENT FINANCE! One of the many god sends that helps us get through the year without going (too far) into our overdraft. Well, like most things in life there are pros and cons to everything, allow me to explain. Pro: the fact that you will have large sums of money in your account and can… Read more » about Mo’ Money, Mo’ Problems…!

5 days as a vegetarian!

23 May 2017

I have always wanted to try and see if I could be a vegetarian. Therefore, I challenged myself to be a vegetarian for five days. Who knows, this might be the beginning of my vegetarian lifestyle… Find out how my meal plans changed and whether I have chosen to be a vegetarian for the rest… Read more » about 5 days as a vegetarian!