Hi Everyone! Roberta here again, my first months in Bournemouth have been full of discoveries and I can’t help comparing the reality of being here to my previous expectations of what living here would be like. Where is all that rain? I am originally from São Paulo, Brazil and the weather there is really beautiful…. Read more » about Roberta’s Story: Home vs Bournemouth
Living in Bournemouth: Amy’s top 3
Being asked to pick only three favourite things about Bournemouth is something of a challenge, as it is the first place I have lived on my own away from home, where I completed my undergraduate degree, and where I have chosen to come back to for my master’s…so of course I am a little biased…. Read more » about Living in Bournemouth: Amy’s top 3
Mafalda’s journey to BU
Hi! I’m Mafalda, a 20-year-old girl from Portugal who’s about to join Bournemouth University to study an MA in 3D computer Animation, to add a twist to her academic life. It’s hard for me to delimit my journey to BU, getting to where I am was somewhat of a long run, with a certain amount of obstacles,… Read more » about Mafalda’s journey to BU
Free fun in Bournemouth
Bournemouth has many free activities and attractions on offer throughout the year, which are perfect when on a student budget! I personally feel the beach is the greatest attraction on offer, the sandy beaches stretch as far as the eye can see, and they are great to visit all year round. In the winter it… Read more » about Free fun in Bournemouth
Sophie’s story: Bournemouth in the summer (vlog)
Meet our new vlogger Sophie, who’s here to tell you about Bournemouth in the summer…
Bournemouth wins Purple Flag status for 4th year
Bournemouth has been awarded the Purple Flag status for the fourth year in a row for offering a great evening experience and a safe and enjoyable time for everyone. Being accredited with a purple flag recognises Bournemouth’s ambitions to develop and improve the town ‘after dark’ inspiring visitors by the development and promotion of excellent… Read more » about Bournemouth wins Purple Flag status for 4th year
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