Kate Williams completed her undergraduate degree in nursing from BU in 2008. Kate worked within health promotion before taking on a commissioning role. She returned to BU in 2022 to complete her return to nursing practice. “During my career, I’ve seen many sides to the health and care system, gained a Master’s in commissioning, and… Read more » about Rediscovering her Calling: Kate Williams’ journey back to nursing
An animation studio founded by three BU graduates is to receive a BAFTA Special Award in recognition of its social and cultural impact. The award for Blue Zoo Animation Studio recognises its 25-year legacy since being founded by classmates from BU’s National Centre for Computer Animation (NCCA) – Tom Box, Adam Shaw and Oli Hyatt,… Read more » about BAFTA Special Award for animation studio founded by BU graduates
BU alumnus Andac Akpulat, who completed his MSc in Digital Health & Artificial Intelligence in 2023, is already establishing himself as an emerging voice in the rapidly evolving world of medical AI. His journey began with a lifelong passion for technology and human wellbeing—an interest that grew during his undergraduate studies in Electrical and Electronics… Read more » about From BU to AI Innovation: Graduate Andac Akpulat on Technology, Healthcare, and Finding Purpose
Coming from an Industrial Engineering background, I chose to study MSc International Management at Bournemouth University to bridge the gap between technical analysis and global business leadership. I wanted to understand not just how systems work, but how people, culture, and strategy shape decision‑making in international organisations. BU stood out for its practical, globally oriented… Read more » about Graduate Story: Arda Kutsal – MSc International Management (2023)
When I first applied to university, I knew I wanted to do something media‑related, but I wasn’t yet sure where I would fit. Bournemouth University’s BA Film course struck the perfect balance of theory and practice, offering the opportunities and space I needed to discover my direction. In fact, BU was first recommended to me… Read more » about Graduate Story: András Fasimon – Screenwriter and Development Producer
Entrepreneur and BU alumni Dan Brown shares his story of how he now runs his own successful marketing consultancy business. Having always had an entrepreneurial mindset, Dan knew he wanted to choose a degree course that would offer a broad range of career opportunities. Business studies seemed like the perfect fit, providing a solid foundation in various… Read more » about Entrepreneur and BU alumni Dan Brown shares his story of how he now runs his own marketing consultancy
Two BU animation graduates are to be honoured by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences for their innovative contributions to film. Josh Bainbridge and Nathan Walster, who both graduated from the National Centre for Computer Animation (NCCA) and who now work for Framestore, have been named among 27 winners of the Academy’s annual… Read more » about Academy Award Sci-Tech wins for BU graduates
For Tom Lacey, sport has always been more than a hobby — it has been the centre of his life, his motivation, and ultimately, his career direction. Growing up with a passion for both playing and studying sport, Tom knew early on that he wanted a future shaped by the industry he loved. Equally driven… Read more » about Graduate Story: From BU Football to Global Tennis
For Simonas Gylys, the world of sound has always been more than just audio — it has been a form of storytelling. Drawn from an early age to film, music and the arts, he began his career before university as a music manager, gaining hands on experience that sparked a deeper curiosity about how sound… Read more » about Graduate Story: From Sound to Sustainability
When BU graduate Calum Goddard‑Mocklow launched the very first episode of his independent podcast Motional Intelligence, he had no idea how quickly things would take off. What started as a creative passion project—fuelled by a belief in powerful storytelling and authentic conversations—has already secured its first brand deal, just one episode in. For Calum, it… Read more » about Graduate Story: Calum Goddard Mocklow – Building a Podcast from Passion to Partnership
Public relations graduate Chris King returned to BU this week to meet the first recipient of a scholarship backed by the tech-PR firm he now leads. Chris graduated from BU in 2001 and is now Joint Managing Director of Wildfire, which was named Tech PR Agency of the Year in 2024 and 2025. Last September,… Read more » about BU graduate returns to campus to meet scholarship winner
Rediscovering her Calling: Kate Williams’ journey back to nursing
BAFTA Special Award for animation studio founded by BU graduates
From BU to AI Innovation: Graduate Andac Akpulat on Technology, Healthcare, and Finding Purpose
Graduate Story: Arda Kutsal – MSc International Management (2023)
Graduate Story: András Fasimon – Screenwriter and Development Producer
Entrepreneur and BU alumni Dan Brown shares his story of how he now runs his own marketing consultancy
Academy Award Sci-Tech wins for BU graduates
Yes, you can: My MSc Psychology experience abroad
Graduate Story: From BU Football to Global Tennis
Graduate Story: From Sound to Sustainability