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#LEleadership 2023: Business conference at Bournemouth University

Embarking on the journey of Management with Business Analytics at Bournemouth University has been nothing short of an adventure sprinkled with learning, growth, and, dare I say, a few thrilling surprises! The course has been an incredible blend of intellectual prowess, practical insights, and those golden nuggets of transferable skills that make every assignment feel… Read more » about #LEleadership 2023: Business conference at Bournemouth University

The benefits of SportBU as a student

Are you interested in sports and fitness? At Bournemouth University we have some fantastic offers that will keep you healthy and well through our sports BU membership. Situated on Talbot Campus we have the Training Zone, Rees Suite High Performance Gym, two fitness studios and a Sports Hall. Our facilities are open from 7.15pm-10.30pm Monday… Read more » about The benefits of SportBU as a student

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Why I loved EDfest, the Business School’s Experience & Development festival

This is a guest blog by BU student Sarah Clark about her experience of attending the Business School’s annual Experience & Development festival – EDfest.  As my intuition grows, I’m increasingly getting drawn to attend certain events or talks – but little did I know just what an enormous impact EDfest would have on helping… Read more » about Why I loved EDfest, the Business School’s Experience & Development festival

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What is a Student Ambassador and why would you want to be one?

I have been a BU Student Ambassador since I started my nursing degree at Bournemouth University in 2020. There are so many different roles and opportunities available that fit around your study and the pay is of course a great help when you are a student. You will get paid training most of which is… Read more » about What is a Student Ambassador and why would you want to be one?

The Festive Season in Bournemouth

If you’re staying in Bournemouth over the festive period, there’s always plenty to of opportunities to get all Christmassy. The festive season in Bournemouth is always one of my favourite times of year. Bournemouth and the surrounding areas within South Dorset have so much to offer. One of my favourite is the free display of… Read more » about The Festive Season in Bournemouth

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It’s the most wonderful time of the year – in Bournemouth!

It’s nearly time. Yes, it is nearly CHRISTMAS!!! I may be just a little bit excited. Nothing is more homely and warming than the festive period in Bournemouth. So what is so good you say? Well first of all if you like lights and decorations you will love the town centre. Bournemouth lights and decorations… Read more » about It’s the most wonderful time of the year – in Bournemouth!

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Celebrating the International Day of Persons with Disabilities

Saturday 3 December 2022 is International Day of Disabilities. Disabilities can be defined as any physical or mental condition that limits a person’s movements, senses or activities. The international day is a United Nations day that promotes the rights and well-being of persons with disabilities. The theme for 2022 is ‘transformative solutions for inclusive development:… Read more » about Celebrating the International Day of Persons with Disabilities

How I got a paid placement in UK as an international student….

As summer was approaching I was super nervous and at the same time excited about applying for multiple jobs at multiple companies for my placement year. For sure, it was a roller coaster ride. I did not know where to get started and had suffered many setbacks but in the end, all of it was… Read more » about How I got a paid placement in UK as an international student….

Why the benefits of floating led to postgraduate study

 This guest blog is by Sarah Clark, who is studying MSc Clinical and Developmental Neuropsychology. She explains why she was drawn to this particular course and how BU has helped to support her studies whilst managing various health conditions. I was initially drawn to BU’s MSc Clinical and Developmental Neuropsychology Course when I was looking… Read more » about Why the benefits of floating led to postgraduate study

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7 ways to be social at university

Starting university for the first time can be daunting, particularly the idea of making new friends and socialising but it’s not all scary! Here are a few ways you can make new friends at university: Set up a WhatsApp/Facebook Group Have a hunt around to see if there’s any already going the summer before you… Read more » about 7 ways to be social at university