For Dr Connie Wilson, embarking on a Doctorate in Business Administration at Bournemouth University marked the beginning of a transformative journey—one that would blend academic curiosity, technological innovation and a passion for creating change in the engineering world. As part of the first doctoral cohort at BU, Connie was drawn to a programme that offered… Read more » about Pioneering Progress: The Inspiring Journey of Dr Connie Wilson
Laura Songhurst’s journey to Bournemouth University began long before she enrolled as a mature student. Having spent her childhood visiting Dorset, she had always felt a strong connection to the area. This familiarity became a key factor in her decision to study at BU, offering both comfort and confidence as she embarked on the next… Read more » about From Childhood Holidays to a Forensic Career: Laura Songhurst’s Path to Purpose
Jie credits his time at BU with helping to focus his career aspirations on becoming a character artist. Having impressed the team at Motion Picture Company (MPC) with his graduate showreel, he secured a role as a technical animator with the company – specialising in fur and cloth – and went on to contribute to films including… Read more » about Animation skills led to a career in film and gaming
Bournemouth University graduates are behind some of the biggest films in the running for this year’s Academy Awards. Graduates from the National Centre for Computer Animation and Media School have contributed to all five films nominated in the Best Visual Effects category and at least four of the titles nominated in the Best Picture category, including Hamnet,… Read more » about Meet the BU graduates behind this year’s Oscar-nominated films
A journey through BU’s transformation Mark Roberts began his studies when the institution was still the Dorset Institute, experiencing its transition to Bournemouth Polytechnic and finally Bournemouth University. Drawn by BU’s strong reputation for industry‑aligned education, he chose Information Systems Management for its blend of technology and leadership—equipping him for the increasing importance of technology… Read more » about Graduate Story: Mark Roberts – BSc (Hons) Information Systems Management, 1993
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
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
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
From Bolivia to Bournemouth University: my Chevening journey
Pioneering Progress: The Inspiring Journey of Dr Connie Wilson
From Childhood Holidays to a Forensic Career: Laura Songhurst’s Path to Purpose
Animation skills led to a career in film and gaming
From “Just Three Years” to “One More, Please”
Meet the BU graduates behind this year’s Oscar-nominated films 
Graduate Story: Mark Roberts – BSc (Hons) Information Systems Management, 1993
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