Student Blog

Election 2015: A student’s view

21 April 2015

PR student Dev Mistry gives his view on the upcoming election and its implications for student voters. Students. It seems that most political parties think we only care about tuition fees. We’re not really voters in their eyes; we’ll vote for the “hipster parties” or the ones that don’t really stand a chance. The main… Read more » about Election 2015: A student’s view

My scholarship story: investing in my future

20 April 2015

Namaste and greetings to everyone! A positive, dedicated, outgoing and open-minded 24 year old, this is Manish all the way from the Land of Himalaya, Nepal. An avid movie buff, I am also an auto enthusiast, love travelling, exploring new places and learning about foreign culture and language. I feel fortunate to have been awarded… Read more » about My scholarship story: investing in my future

My top study tips

14 April 2015

I never liked studying. Or rather, I was never really good at it. It boils down to my inability to retain attention for too long at a time. But as I grew older, I figured out how to work around that. Use Post-it Notes! Pictured above is my desk. It is usually… Read more » about My top study tips

My scholarship story: Academic Excellence Scholarship (International)

10 April 2015

In life, there are moments when you need that one chance to help you take the step that will define your future. For me, that is what BU offered. The issue of finance was for me always going to be a challenge, considering the value of the pound against my currency, so I was pleased… Read more » about My scholarship story: Academic Excellence Scholarship (International)

My scholarship story: BU Dean’s Scholarship – School of Tourism (International)

9 April 2015

My name is Chanunya Boontosang, I’m 28 years old and I come from Thailand. I was awarded a BU Dean’s Scholarship – School of Tourism and therefore received a 50% deduction from my tuition fee to study MSc Events Marketing. This has such a massive impact for me! I first heard about this scholarship from a study… Read more » about My scholarship story: BU Dean’s Scholarship – School of Tourism (International)

The Academic Scholarship (EU)

7 April 2015

My name is Sophie, I am 23 years old and I am originally from France. I received the BU Academic Scholarship (EU) to help me to do a Master’s degree in Hotel and Food Service Management. My academic pathway has been a long search for what I really want to do. After my French A-levels,… Read more » about The Academic Scholarship (EU)

Thinking about a new career?

2 April 2015

Postgraduate study can be a fantastic stepping stone or even an essential step in making a career change. If you’re thinking about using postgraduate study to change your career but are anxious or unsure about this, read on for some tips and inspiration! Changing your career is a huge decision, and not one to be… Read more » about Thinking about a new career?

A break from the classroom

27 March 2015

As an MSc Maritime Archaeology student, I am lucky to have been on several field trips. Field trips aren’t just a day off; they’re a chance to get to know your peers and supervisors a little better in a relaxed environment whilst seeing some new places and maybe learning a thing or two. And let’s be… Read more » about A break from the classroom

The Postgraduate Development Award

25 March 2015

The Postgraduate Development Award (or PGDA) is a great way to both enhance your experience at BU and make steps to improve your employability when you finish studying. The Award provides opportunities to build skills in four key areas (listed below) and to record your activities and achievements in an online portfolio. For me, there… Read more » about The Postgraduate Development Award

My week as a media student

20 March 2015

On a dark evening in March, my fellow MA film students and I began filming for a 5-minute short film. As an editor I often don’t get to participate on set, or get to travel to exciting and exotic places. Editors are normally the vampires of the film world – hermits tucked away in a… Read more » about My week as a media student

Our growing campus

18 March 2015

Bournemouth finally became a university in 1992 after being a College of Technology, an Institute of Higher Education and a Polytechnic. Its long and varied history means that the campus is constantly being upgraded and the buildings updated to ensure Bournemouth is a great place for future students and staff. Since I’m a member of… Read more » about Our growing campus

BU varsity teams make national sports finals

11 March 2015

Six Bournemouth University teams are to compete at one of the highest levels in University Sport. After five months of hard work six sportBU Varsity teams have made the British Universities and Colleges Sport (BUCS) Western Conference Cup finals on Wednesday 18th March. The leading squads, coming under Bournemouth University’s sportBU banner, include Women’s Badminton 1st,… Read more » about BU varsity teams make national sports finals