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My experience at a virtual Postgraduate Open Day

I’ve never been to a virtual open day before, and my first one was with Bournemouth University! It was such a great opportunity to speak to lecturers, the immigration team, and even students who are currently doing the course I was considering. If you’d like to hear more about why you should sign up to… Read more » about My experience at a virtual Postgraduate Open Day

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How to adapt to working and learning from home

The pandemic has caused a ripple of change across the entire world and in order to stay safe, many of us have been asked to work and study from home. Over the past few months, I have continued to work two part-time jobs alongside my master’s degree and even though it’s been tough I’m slowly… Read more » about How to adapt to working and learning from home

A day in the life of a trainee through the eyes of Aisling Scott

This is a guest blog post by graduate Aisling Scott after completing the Legal Practice Course. As I approach just over the half way mark of my first seat in Laceys Private Client team, the stressful process of applying for training contracts seems a lifetime ago and I can safely say it was all worth… Read more » about A day in the life of a trainee through the eyes of Aisling Scott

UK Essentials

UK essentials for an Indian student

In the past year, I have learned and grown significantly in the UK. Every day to day activity has made an impression on me and how I always compare what I was used to back in India versus how things are different here in the UK. The following are some of the main lessons I… Read more » about UK essentials for an Indian student

Life in Bournemouth – current update

Over the last few months, the COVID-19 restrictions in the UK are being reduced, with some rules in place involving social distancing and other safety measures. In an attempt to kick-start the economy and ensure that things return to normal, most places are being reopened, with new safety systems put in place. This blog discusses… Read more » about Life in Bournemouth – current update

Preparing for the weather in the UK

When I first moved to the UK, I had packed everything I thought I’d needed to prepare for the weather in Bournemouth. However, after living here for four years now, I have discovered a few more simple tips and tricks to make sure you’re ready for anything! If you’d like to learn more, check out… Read more » about Preparing for the weather in the UK

Why I chose MSc Physician Associate Studies?

Hear from Alexander and Sushila, currently studying MSc Physician Associate Studies, about what they love about their course and why they chose this career path. Physician Associate (PA) studies is a fantastic opportunity for graduates to become healthcare professionals, helping to diagnose and treat patients. Bournemouth University offers an intense two-year training course led by… Read more » about Why I chose MSc Physician Associate Studies?

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Why would you study for a Master’s degree ?

In the crowded job markets nowadays, employers tend to look for candidates that stand out and can be distinguished easily. The extra higher – level qualification would give you a competitive edge between other applicants to improve your financial prospects as well as investing in your own future showing your ability to commit to an… Read more » about Why would you study for a Master’s degree ?

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Postgraduate Nightlife: What Awaits For You

Between all the parties and festivals which are often targeted at undergrads, it can be tough as a postgraduate to find nightlife dedicated to us. However, you don’t always have to go to fresher events to have fun. There are lots of great venues around town where you make your night your own. And while… Read more » about Postgraduate Nightlife: What Awaits For You

LLM in Intellectual Property Law and My Experiences

Choosing to do Intellectual Property Law as my Master’s Degree was a fairly simple choice for me. I wanted to do a course that would not pigeon hole me into one specific field, and the opportunities provided by IP in business, technology, creative media and more made it exciting. The most attractive feature I found… Read more » about LLM in Intellectual Property Law and My Experiences