Student & Graduate Stories

Why BU made my list!

1 February 2019

Everyone has their own reasons for choosing BU for their postgraduate studies. In this video, BU vlogger Diane shares her top five reasons why she believed BU was the perfect university for her Master’s degree.

One step closer to my Google dream

31 January 2019

Sebastian loved studying at BU so much that he decided to stay on to study a postgrad degree in MSc Internet of Things with Cyber Security. We asked him some questions about his decision and you can read his reposes below. What was your main reason for studying a postgraduate qualification? To gain double specialisation in… Read more » about One step closer to my Google dream

Graduate story: Alma’s freelance success

28 January 2019

Since graduating with a Master’s from BU in 2007, Alma Becirovic has forged a career in digital project management which has led to her being recognised as one of the country’s leading freelancers, working predominantly in East London’s Tech City – the UK counterpart to Silicon Valley. Having completed her first degree at the Academy… Read more » about Graduate story: Alma’s freelance success

Being a BU Student Ambassador

21 January 2019

Hi! I am Sujata Shekhawat from India and I am studying MA Media and Communication. I am really glad that I applied for the role of student ambassador and got selected for it. It is probably the best job one can do. The working hours are very flexible and it is something that I enjoy…. Read more » about Being a BU Student Ambassador

Daniela’s path to an academic career in anthropology

5 January 2019

Daniela, from Italy, studied BSc Biological Anthropology at BU before progressing to MSc Applied Sciences by Research. She said: “Before starting my degrees I wasn’t sure what I wanted to do for a career. I knew I was interested in research, human anatomy, archaeology, forensics and psychology, but I couldn’t imagine myself in any of… Read more » about Daniela’s path to an academic career in anthropology

Inspired to follow a career in travel marketing

31 December 2018

Growing up on the island of Barbados inspired Bournemouth University graduate Jamie-Lee Abtar to follow a career in travel marketing. Jamie-Lee started her working life greeting new arrivals at Barbados airport. This prompted her to explore further study in marketing and tourism and she enrolled on the MSc Tourism Marketing Management at BU in 2009…. Read more » about Inspired to follow a career in travel marketing

Why BU is a good choice for a mature student

27 December 2018

Could it be that it came in highly recommended by a cousin? Or could it be the help and support I received from the West African regional manager? One thing I know for sure is that I chose Bournemouth University because it offered my first course choice in multimedia journalism and what was even more… Read more » about Why BU is a good choice for a mature student

How to make the most of your first term

23 February 2018

Erin is from America and is studying Media & Communications at BU. After successfully completing her first term at BU she advises you on how to make the most out of the start of your studies.

We are very proud to be here

24 November 2017

Diana Pelino (Italy) and Ella Aaltonen (Finland), BA Computer Animation Art and Design students share their experiences on why they chose BU to live and study.

MSc Maritime Archaeology

21 December 2016

Hey guys, my name is JC. I’m from Canada and I’m currently doing a Master’s in Maritime Archaeology at Bournemouth University. Now I’m sure you are now picturing a mix between Indiana Jones and Jacque Cousteau. Well I’m about to burst your bubbles and I must apologize (I did say I was Canadian). There is… Read more » about MSc Maritime Archaeology

Why Study MA 3D Computer Animation at BU?

1 December 2016

I am Alex Parker from Texas in the USA. I started the MA 3D Computer Animation at BU in September 2016 and this is how it all started… “You need to change your grad school plans,” is a hard thing to hear in the first place, but it’s admittedly a whole lot harder when it… Read more » about Why Study MA 3D Computer Animation at BU?

Why study MSc Forensic Anthropology at BU?

30 November 2016

I am Cecily Paldino from the USA, and I completed my MSc Forensic Anthropology at BU in September 2016. Upon graduating from Iowa State University, I came to the conclusion that I wanted to earn my Masters in Forensic Anthropology. So why did I choose BU? The study abroad dream. I wanted to give myself… Read more » about Why study MSc Forensic Anthropology at BU?