The first semester of BA Hons Multimedia Journalism for year two has been intense. As fun and interesting as the course is, I often felt like there is a lot going on around me. Part of that reason are due to all the other commitments I have made in my professional and personal life. As… Read more » about New Term, New Year: Tips to consider for what’s to come.
One of the best parts about international living is being able to exchange cultures and celebrations. As December progresses, we step into the time of Christmas festivities with bright lights, colourful decorations, and hot chocolates. As someone who doesn’t celebrate Christmas and come from Malaysia and Saudi Arabia where Christmas is not a common celebration,… Read more » about My first Christmas experience…
I first came to the UK in September, as the autumn season was beginning. I was lucky to experience the gentle transition from the warm, sunny summer to the cool winds, slowly having a chilly bite. Perhaps because of the nostalgia I have with being new in the country and starting a new university, I… Read more » about Winter in the UK and all the things it brings
Entering the second year of BA Hons Multimedia Journalism felt fast and strong. Our return was adjusted due to the current conditions but we were immediately thrown in the deep end of journalism with the task of news days. News days is what journalists lives are all about, everyday we come up with stories, plans,… Read more » about News Days: The best part of my course so far…
Back in 2019 when I finally decided to come to Bournemouth University, I knew that the coming year was going to be different from everything I had ever known. From all the stories people tell about their time studying abroad, I had gathered that the year was going to be a new learning experience at… Read more » about The BU and UK Experience, and the Things I Learnt
With an increase in the demand for Computer Animation roles, both MA 3D Computer Animation as well as MA Digital Effects have seen a boost in the number of applicants throughout the years. Both courses are designed for students who wish to excel in a variety of 3D fields. There are a few things to… Read more » about Portfolio Tips – MA 3D Computer Animation, Digital Effects Application
I’m an international student from Malaysia currently in my second year studying BA (Hons) Sociology & Social Anthropology at Bournemouth University. I have joined the Global Talent Programme (GTP) during my first year at Uni because it is a great opportunity for me to stay active and get involved with great events. GTP Award… Read more » about My experience of the Global Talent Programme (GTP) Award
This is a guest blog by Jonathan Faraoni, our BSc (Hons) Computing graduate, and currently studying MSc Internet of Things at Bournemouth University. My story begins in 2015 when at the age of 19 years old I decided to move abroad for my studies and pursue a bachelor’s degree in science and technology. After many… Read more » about From Rome to Bournemouth – how BU helped build my career with Siemens
I’ve never been to a virtual open day before, and my first one was with Bournemouth University! It was such a great opportunity to speak to lecturers, the immigration team, and even students who are currently doing the course I was considering. If you’d like to hear more about why you should sign up to… Read more » about My experience at a virtual Postgraduate Open Day
The pandemic has caused a ripple of change across the entire world and in order to stay safe, many of us have been asked to work and study from home. Over the past few months, I have continued to work two part-time jobs alongside my master’s degree and even though it’s been tough I’m slowly… Read more » about How to adapt to working and learning from home
In the past year, I have learned and grown significantly in the UK. Every day to day activity has made an impression on me and how I always compare what I was used to back in India versus how things are different here in the UK. The following are some of the main lessons I… Read more » about UK essentials for an Indian student
Over the last few months, the COVID-19 restrictions in the UK are being reduced, with some rules in place involving social distancing and other safety measures. In an attempt to kick-start the economy and ensure that things return to normal, most places are being reopened, with new safety systems put in place. This blog discusses… Read more » about Life in Bournemouth – current update
How studying Ecology and Wildlife Conservation at BU took me to work at North Bali Conservation
Presenting at the British Conference of Undergraduate Research
My journey to BU as an international student was tough yet motivating and rewarding (part 2.)
My work abroad experience in Vietnam
My journey to BU as an international student was tough yet motivating and rewarding (part 1.)
Saying yes to study abroad opportunities at university
Tackling accommodation & cost of living as a student in Bournemouth
How I spent five weeks in Fiji through the Turing Scheme funding at BU
The benefits of part-time work for international students
How the accreditations on the Multimedia Journalism course aid your employability