Hello! I am Jaime from Colorado and on the MLit (Hons) English Programme here at BU. Studying overseas can be both an exciting, yet scary adventure! One of the highlights of Bournemouth University is their dedication to student satisfaction. Through its Week One activities calendar and its International Orientation schedule, BU strives to make all… Read more » about International Orientation Week
Orientation Week
Hi guys, my name is JC and I’m currently doing my Masters in Maritime Archaeology at BU. When it came to leaving Canada for England, I chose to leave earlier, to arrive a few days before it was time to move into my flat. I saw this as a way to get my bearings in… Read more » about Orientation Week
The social life of a postgrad student
Ellie is here to talk to you about the social life of a postgrad student…
#MyPlacementStory: DrinkCreate
Here is Donna Blake’s #MyPlacementStory. She’s studying nutrition and is really enjoying working as a Lab Technologist at DrinkCreate – analysing drinks – on her placement year.
British Conference of Undergraduate Research 2017
The British Conference of Undergraduate Research (BCUR) celebrates undergraduate research from across all disciplines. Each year a different British university plays host to the conference, welcoming undergraduates from all over the country as they present papers, posters, workshops and performances. In 2017, BCUR will be coming to Bournemouth University (BU). This prestigious annual conference will… Read more » about British Conference of Undergraduate Research 2017
#MyPlacementStory: Virgin Media
BU student Chloe Mulligan shares her #MyPlacementStory and tells us about her placement at Virgin, which she did as a part of her Business Studies course. She reveals the skills she’s learning and her achievements so far – including winning Intern Superstar of the Year!
Packing or Buying?
Hi guys! My name is JC, I am from Canada and currently doing my Masters in Maritime Archaeology at Bournemouth University. Figuring out what to bring and what to buy when I started packing was maybe one of the hardest aspects of preparing for my new life. The first thing I can say is that… Read more » about Packing or Buying?
Packing for Uni – what to bring and what to buy
Hello! I am Lauren, studying MSc International Hospitality and Tourism Management at BU. Downsizing can be tough when you’re leaving home, but keep reading for some helpful tips and suggestions on what to bring and what to buy when moving to study abroad! Clothes When it comes to moving abroad, less is more. You can… Read more » about Packing for Uni – what to bring and what to buy
Faces to know at BU
Student Reps work to make all aspects of University experience better for every student at BU. Diman chats about the role with a few current and past reps.
#MyPlacementStory: New Forest National Park
Josie Hagan studies archaeology at Bournemouth University and is currently on placement at New Forest National Park. In her #MyPlacementStory she tells us what she’s been up to so far and the skills she’s developing along the way.
Open days at BU
Here’s my tips for potential students to remember on Open Days at Uni.
#MyPlacementStory: Microsoft
We believe that university should prepare you for the world of work as well as enhancing your academic qualifications, which is why we offer placements to 100% of our undergraduate students. Elizabeth Falkowska, a Business Studies student here at BU, shares her #MyPlacementStory and tells us all about her role as Junior Account Executive at Microsoft.









