Chloe Greenstreet

From BU Student to JPMorgan Software Engineer: Chloe’s Journey of Innovation and Impact

Chloe Greenstreet, a graduate of BU’s BSc Software Engineering course, exemplifies how passion, hard work and a willingness to seize opportunities can lead to exceptional early career success. Motivated by a desire to combine technology with environmental sustainability, Chloe chose BU because of its strong commitment to sustainability, excellent software engineering programme and supportive learning… Read more » about From BU Student to JPMorgan Software Engineer: Chloe’s Journey of Innovation and Impact

Josephine posing for a picture at the beach

My clearing story – Josephine

Guest blog by Josephine Bangura, BSc (Hons) Occupational Therapy (with Foundation Year) Although I didn’t get into my original course choice, I knew I still wanted to study something healthcare-related because I’ve always enjoyed working with people and supporting them to improve or manage their health and wellbeing. That’s when I discovered Occupational Therapy at… Read more » about My clearing story – Josephine

Esra Yazici

From adversity to storytelling: Esra Yazici’s journey to the screen

For Esra Yazici, storytelling is not just a career—it is a powerful way of understanding life, memory, and resilience. A 2024 graduate of MA Scriptwriting course at BU, Esra’s journey into screenwriting was shaped by a life-changing moment that led her to rediscover the importance of writing and creative expression. Esra chose BU for its… Read more » about From adversity to storytelling: Esra Yazici’s journey to the screen

BU graduates, Jamie, Natalia and Charlotte, providing vital services to Citizens Advice

BU graduates and students supporting communities across BCP

A growing team of BU graduates, placement students and volunteers are providing vital services to people across the region with Citizens Advice. A close working relationship between BU and Citizens Advice Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, is building a pipeline of talent that is helping the charity to support hundreds of people every month. The service,… Read more » about BU graduates and students supporting communities across BCP

Why I chose BU

Guest blog by Thomas Sutherland, BA Hons Film I first saw Bournemouth University when I visited on an Open Day when deciding where to go. When I arrived, I instantly felt welcomed by the staff and students working hard to put the event together. I went on a tour of the campus and afterwards, I already felt… Read more » about Why I chose BU

Nikhil Thapar

From Vision to Victory: Nikhil Thapar’s Journey in Transforming Indian Football

Nikhil Thapar’s journey is a compelling story of ambition, global learning, and purpose-driven leadership. A graduate of Bournemouth University’s MSc Sport Management programme, Nikhil chose his academic path with clear intent—to gain not only a world-class education but also practical insight into the evolving sports industry. Choosing BU was a strategic decision. Its globally accredited… Read more » about From Vision to Victory: Nikhil Thapar’s Journey in Transforming Indian Football

Ciara and Sunny

BU graduates win top film prize at UK Young Lions Competition

  Two Bournemouth University graduates will represent the UK at one of most prestigious competitions in advertising, after being named category winners at the UK Young Lions Competition 2026. Ciara Ferreira and Sunny Winter were announced as the winning duo in the Film category, earning them the opportunity to represent the UK at the Cannes… Read more » about BU graduates win top film prize at UK Young Lions Competition

Tom Mead

From hand-drawn roots to global recognition: Tom Mead’s creative journey

Tom Mead is a Bournemouth University graduate whose creative career reflects both the unpredictability and the rewards of pursuing a distinctive artistic voice. Graduating in 2007 with a BA (Hons) in Animation Production, Tom was drawn to BU for its unique commitment at the time to hand-drawn animation. His early experiences in the department proved… Read more » about From hand-drawn roots to global recognition: Tom Mead’s creative journey

Halo Design Associates

Meet Jess – the BU graduate leading an award-winning marketing agency

A marketing agency led by a BU graduate has scooped two Bournemouth Business Awards for the second year running. Halo, run by Jess and husband Nick, has just been named Business of the Year as well as winner of the Business Innovation category at the awards for a second time. The wins come after the… Read more » about Meet Jess – the BU graduate leading an award-winning marketing agency