This is a guest post by Kara Price-Jones I graduated my Masters Foundations in Clinical Psychology course with distinction at Bournemouth University (BU) in November 2023. I became blessed when my supervisor, Shanti, and BU along with Symbiosis School for Liberal Arts (SSLA) in India, created a position for me to do research in India…. Read more » about Turing Work Overseas
My journey through a degree apprenticeship: a path to excellence
Hello, I’m Elliott, and I’m excited to share my journey as a degree apprentice at Bournemouth University, employed by Draken. I recently won the Dorset Apprenticeship Award for 2024 which was an incredible honour, and in this blog, I would like to reflect on the experiences and the opportunities that have shaped my path. Before… Read more » about My journey through a degree apprenticeship: a path to excellence
Interview with an Operating Department Practice student
We interviewed current student Josephine to find out more about her experience as an Operating Department Practice student so far…… Why did you choose to study ODP at BU? I chose to study Operating Department Practice at BU because of the new facilities that we have available to us and that the lecturers are current… Read more » about Interview with an Operating Department Practice student
Operating Department Practice – what is it and why study it?
Current student Kesiah tells us all about life being a Operating Department Practice student at BU and helps us understand what the role involves. Why did you choose to study ODP at BU? I originally picked nursing when I went to university but I was always interested in eventually working in theatres but didn’t know… Read more » about Operating Department Practice – what is it and why study it?
Operating Department Practice – current student Emily’s POV
Emily is currently studying BSc (Hons) Operating Department Practice at Bournemouth University. Here we asked her a series of questions to find out more about her course, placement experience and life in theatres…… Why did you choose to study ODP at BU? I love Bournemouth as a place, but the Uni has great facilities for… Read more » about Operating Department Practice – current student Emily’s POV
My nursing placement in Ghana through the Turing Scheme
My name is Emily, I am currently a second-year BSc (Hons) Adult Nursing student. I chose to study here because they offered the course I was interested in and the location was close to home, essential due to being a mum. When I heard that BU were offering an overseas placement in year 2, I… Read more » about My nursing placement in Ghana through the Turing Scheme
How studying Ecology and Wildlife Conservation at BU took me to work at North Bali Conservation
I chose to study BSc (Hons) Ecology & Wildlife and Conservation at Bournemouth University as I found the course to be an excellent broad overview of many topics surrounding environmentalism and conservation. It offers knowledge in a range of fields that will allow you to narrow your focus of study on a niche area that… Read more » about How studying Ecology and Wildlife Conservation at BU took me to work at North Bali Conservation
My hospitality placement experience in Melbourne, Australia
My name is Kacey Woods, I am currently on my placement year, studying BA (Hons) International Tourism and Hospitality Management. I am currently carrying out a ‘split placement’ over two different organisations in Melbourne, Australia. I have just completed my first placement; as conference and events intern at the Sofitel Melbourne-On- Collins in Melbourne, Australia…. Read more » about My hospitality placement experience in Melbourne, Australia
Award-winning Sports student on life at BU
Joseph Evans recently graduated from BSc Sports Psychology and Coaching Sciences (now BSc Sport Coaching). In recognition of his achievements, Joseph was awarded the Club Management Association of Europe (CMAE) Student Award. We caught up with him to find out how he found his experience of studying at BU and what he plans to do… Read more » about Award-winning Sports student on life at BU
My insights into studying BA (Hons) Events Management and finding a placement you love
This is a guest blog post by Katie Stroud, BA (Hons) Events Management student. I’m Katie, and I am currently working at Live Group as part of my placement whilst studying Events Management at BU. As part of my course, I am required to carry out a 30-week placement with a minimum of 30 hours… Read more » about My insights into studying BA (Hons) Events Management and finding a placement you love
How I secured my short placements for my Media Production degree
Hey guys! I’m a Media Production student here at BU and in this vlog I talk about how I secured my short placements for my degree. Hopefully the advice in this vlog will help you secure your placement(s) as they are so valuable to developing your employability!
My 7 reasons to study at BU!
Hey guys, I’ve put this vlog together about my top 7 reasons to study at BU in my vlog below! Here’s a rundown of the 7 reasons: Great transportation links Bournemouth has so much open area to explore Bursaries & scholarships Opportunities to try something new Large student community Placement opportunities Sustainability