UCAS FAQs: Your questions answered!

If your UCAS event was cancelled, then no worries, I’ve answered the questions we get asked the most at these events. Where is Bournemouth and what is there to do? Bournemouth is a seaside town located along the English south coast with Poole to its west, Christchurch to the east, and roughly only a 45-minute… Read more » about UCAS FAQs: Your questions answered!

How I Experienced My First Term At BU

Change is scary. Especially if it is the first time you are away from home. That is what it was like for me when I started as a Bournemouth University postgraduate in September. Whether you are a UK or International, September or January start, here are some tips to make the best out of your… Read more » about How I Experienced My First Term At BU

Tips for Easy Travelling

Hi guys! I’m Malvika Shahi and I’m doing my Masters in Creative Writing and Publishing at Bournemouth University. Travelling around the UK on a budget is quite easy, you can read all about it on our blog about Exploring the UK on a budget. So, now that you’ve booked your tickets and are ready to… Read more » about Tips for Easy Travelling

My First Solo Trip To Oxford Via SUBU

When you study in the UK, visiting the historic town of Oxford is a must. Oxford is not just about the university, there is loads of amazing stuff you can do in this quiet little town which has history, modern and fictional worlds all mixed in. On my 26th birthday, I seized the opportunity to… Read more » about My First Solo Trip To Oxford Via SUBU

An English Christmas for an Indian Girl

Before moving to Bournemouth, my idea of Christmas was based on movies and books. Indian Christmas is different- a week of holidays, adorable little stars hanging outside every home, and giant Christmas trees in shopping malls. The world in my books and films and the world around me were so far apart, I could have… Read more » about An English Christmas for an Indian Girl

5 ways to celebrate the festive season on a student budget

Christmas is fast approaching, and as well as December deadlines and January exams, trying to budget over the festive season can be very difficult. But fear not – there are definitely ways to celebrate the holidays on a student budget! Each year my housemates and I find new and exciting activities that require minimum spending…… Read more » about 5 ways to celebrate the festive season on a student budget

What to bring to the UK

We’re the Transitions team. We want to help make sure your transition to BU is as easy as possible…. The two suitcases rule When thinking about what to bring to the UK there are a few things to consider. Check the luggage allowance for your airline. If you need to bring more, it’s usually much… Read more » about What to bring to the UK