Hi! I am Sujata Shekhawat from India and I am studying MA Media and Communication. I am really glad that I applied for the role of student ambassador and got selected for it. It is probably the best job one can do. The working hours are very flexible and it is something that I enjoy…. Read more » about Being a BU Student Ambassador
BU was the only Cyber Security uni for me
Many of our graduates decide to return to BU to study a Master’s degree. Each has their own reasons. Hear why Jovana decided to stay at BU after completing her undergraduate degree in Psychology. What was your main reason for studying a postgraduate qualification? Better job prospects. Why did you decide to stay at/return to… Read more » about BU was the only Cyber Security uni for me
Paying for your Master’s – how hard can it be?
BU vlogger Brianna is here to give you the low down on your finance options for postgraduate study.
Daniela’s path to an academic career in anthropology
Daniela, from Italy, studied BSc Biological Anthropology at BU before progressing to MSc Applied Sciences by Research. She said: “Before starting my degrees I wasn’t sure what I wanted to do for a career. I knew I was interested in research, human anatomy, archaeology, forensics and psychology, but I couldn’t imagine myself in any of… Read more » about Daniela’s path to an academic career in anthropology
Spice up your student meal (or life)!
Newly recruited student vlogger Julius is here to share his Spaghetti with tomato sauce and tuna recipe. When you’re a student, cooking meals that cost under £2 for two portions has got to be a winner!
Inspired to follow a career in travel marketing
Growing up on the island of Barbados inspired Bournemouth University graduate Jamie-Lee Abtar to follow a career in travel marketing. Jamie-Lee started her working life greeting new arrivals at Barbados airport. This prompted her to explore further study in marketing and tourism and she enrolled on the MSc Tourism Marketing Management at BU in 2009…. Read more » about Inspired to follow a career in travel marketing
How ResLifeBU supports you
The concept of ResLifeBU was very alien and unheard to me before I moved into a BU accommodation hall. A team run and managed by students and staff to ensure quality social and mental well-being for those staying at halls, is ResLifeBU summed up in a sentence. This blog is to do ResLifeBU justice beyond… Read more » about How ResLifeBU supports you
Why BU is a good choice for a mature student
Could it be that it came in highly recommended by a cousin? Or could it be the help and support I received from the West African regional manager? One thing I know for sure is that I chose Bournemouth University because it offered my first course choice in multimedia journalism and what was even more… Read more » about Why BU is a good choice for a mature student
How to make the most of your first term
Erin is from America and is studying Media & Communications at BU. After successfully completing her first term at BU she advises you on how to make the most out of the start of your studies.
We are very proud to be here
Diana Pelino (Italy) and Ella Aaltonen (Finland), BA Computer Animation Art and Design students share their experiences on why they chose BU to live and study.
PG Student Loans
Wondering about loans for Postgraduate students? Ellie is here to help!
Retaining money as a student
Being a student inevitably means there’s going to be limitations in terms of your spending. Unless you’re descended from a line of millionaire or billionaire parents that spoil you (or in that case if your parents are pretty strict and want you to experience the struggles of living) then you’re going to have to watch… Read more » about Retaining money as a student









