Bournemouth University is conscious of it’s impact on the environment and constantly working towards achieving its sustainability vision with the support of it’s students. It’s the little changes that can help. Current student Jade has created this how green are you quiz, so you can reflect on some of your current practices, providing tips and… Read more » about How Green are You? QUIZ
Opportunities on your doorstep. My Archaeology placement discovering the New Forest
Bournemouth is quite simply one of the most stunning coastal towns in the country. But it’s not just about the seven-mile stretch of sand, there are other hidden gems to be discovered too. For Jack Brown, studying BSc (Hons) Archaeology , the New Forest National Park offered the perfect location to undergo his work placement…. Read more » about Opportunities on your doorstep. My Archaeology placement discovering the New Forest
Work placements. Expectation v’s reality.
Professional work placements are absolutely central to the BU ethos. While some of our courses include mandatory placements, others are optional. Placement opportunities are exciting and offer students ‘real’ work experience gained within ‘real’ working environments, but as Alice Eastoe reveals in her guest blog, the perfect placement can sometimes be hard to find and… Read more » about Work placements. Expectation v’s reality.
More than just a Midwifery degree
The students who study at BU are different. Their ambitions, expectations, interests, are all unique to them. And so are their experiences! Jessica tells us about her degree of difference in this guest blog. Jessica Correia studying BSc (Hons) Midwifery. There is no feeling quite like the drive home post a 12-hour night shift as… Read more » about More than just a Midwifery degree
A student’s guide to placements
Placement – now that’s a scary word. I remember when I applied for my course at Bournemouth, the thought of a placement seemed years away. But time flies fast at Bournemouth and all of a sudden – your placement is here! But although the idea of a placement year can seem daunting, my placement year… Read more » about A student’s guide to placements
University Life: Expectations vs Reality
So, September is coming, and university life is about to begin. Starting university truly is one of the most exciting things you go through as a young person. Life is about to get very different, very quickly, but it’s going to be a change that’s going to lead to some of the best friendships and… Read more » about University Life: Expectations vs Reality
An Open Day guide for parents and guardians
Starting the process of sending your child off to university can feel a little daunting because it’s such an important process. It’s also quite emotional too. My parents definitely felt concerned when I had to start making my choices. It’s important that you get all the information you need to make it smooth and successful,… Read more » about An Open Day guide for parents and guardians
Ashleigh’s placement year at Baldwins Travel
This is a blog post from current student Ashleigh Ridler studying BA (Hons) Media Production. I study Media Production and my placement is in the marketing department of Baldwins Travel, an award winning independent travel agency with branches across Kent and Sussex, my office is in Tunbridge Wells, above the flagship store. I’m currently writing… Read more » about Ashleigh’s placement year at Baldwins Travel
Beryl bikes are coming to town
Bournemouth is a beautiful town and an amazing place to live and study as a student. Watch my vlog where I hire a Beryl bike for the day and get a taste of what BU has to offer. Visiting for an Open Day? Could my day trip inspire you to make a weekend out it?!… Read more » about Beryl bikes are coming to town
10 current student tips to being new at BU
This is a guest blog by current student Alice. As I am now a third year student (wow where has the time gone?!) I thought I would share some of my top tips that I picked up along the way during my first year at BU: 1) Planning is key It doesn’t matter how you… Read more » about 10 current student tips to being new at BU
Starting university- the support offered by The Additional Learning support Team
Hello there! My name is Emiyn, I am an MSc Biological Anthropology student here at Bournemouth University. I wanted to talk about the Additional Learning Support offered here, as it has had a huge impact on the quality of my university experience. I entered Bournemouth University through Clearing, so beginning my university life was hectic,… Read more » about Starting university- the support offered by The Additional Learning support Team
Moving away from home and leaving close friends
Thinking back to last September when I was getting ready to come to BU, I felt so nervous. Not just because of the move but because I would be leaving both my family and friends and home and starting an adventure of my very own. Friends They’re here for us when we need them and… Read more » about Moving away from home and leaving close friends