Photo of the week: Through the lens of time

In this week’s ‘Photo of the Week’, we will be looking at research investigating the Neolithic site in southwest Asia though ethnographic analogy. This research is being led by BU’s Dr Emma Jenkins. The photo submitted shows project members, John Grattan, Carol Palmer, Vanessa Edwards and Andy Marsh conducting filming in the desert region of… Read more » about Photo of the week: Through the lens of time

My Corfe House home

Hi, I’m Meera, and I know a lot of you are keen to hear about accommodation at BU. So I thought I’d share my experience of living in Corfe House. Corfe is available for people starting in January too, so listen up if that’s you! It is situated very close to Poole town Centre, Railway… Read more » about My Corfe House home

Photo of the Week: Getting stuck in the field – Awaiting helicopter rescue

In our next ‘Photo of the week’ we are looking at research investigating ways in which to help improve uptake of maternity care in rural Nepal. The research is being led by BU’sProfessor Edwin van Teijlingen. Fieldwork does not always go to plan, especially not in a low-income country such as Nepal. This picture was… Read more » about Photo of the Week: Getting stuck in the field – Awaiting helicopter rescue

My experience of the Postgraduate Development Award

Joining the Postgraduate Development Award is one of the best decisions I have ever made. The PGDA allowed me to fully develop myself personally and professionally, and has given me transferable skills which will benefit me for my whole life! I achieved the Gold Award and Outstanding Contribution Award which is something I am very… Read more » about My experience of the Postgraduate Development Award

How an MA can change your career – Gemma’s story

Gemma Kauffman graduated from the MA Creative and Media Education course in 2011, and now she works freelance, specialising in social engagement through the arts as well as preparing for her new exhibition, And The Dark And The Dark, which is opening in London in November. Below, Gemma talks about how the MA helped her move… Read more » about How an MA can change your career – Gemma’s story

Research photo of the week: Reflexivity, quilting and bricolage

Reflexivity, quilting and Bricolage: arts-based midwifery research In our next ’Photo of the week’ we are looking at research investigating the impact that creative inquiry can have on midwifery and what meanings have emerged through adopting a creative, bricolage methodology. The research is being led by BU’s Dr Jenny Hall. As a midwife educator for… Read more » about Research photo of the week: Reflexivity, quilting and bricolage

My life at BU

Suyan tells us about her life at BU… My campus My main campus is Talbot. It is the biggest campus of Bournemouth University and it is where you can live, study and relax. I like going to the student canteen, Students’ Union shop, Dylan’s bar and many other coffee shops around the campus. The prices… Read more » about My life at BU

Welcome to BU!

Congratulations if you’ve secured your place and you’re arriving at BU!  And for those thinking of studying here, here’s what you can expect from life at BU. It’s a great uni and a great part of the world to be in.  Here are some hints and tips to get you up to speed if you’re… Read more » about Welcome to BU!