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BU’s research website is shortlisted for international award

January 19, 2015

BU’s research website, launched in January 2014, has been short listed in the Best Research Website category in the international eduStyle Awards. These celebrate the best work in college and university websites and aim to recognise the most innovative and exciting developments in key areas of HE web development. Each award is given as both… Read more » about BU’s research website is shortlisted for international award

Bournemouth University braced for further Oscar success

January 17, 2015

A number of Bournemouth University graduates are celebrating as their work was included in the announcement of Oscar nominees. Graduates from the University’s National Centre for Computer Animation (NCCA) have worked on four out of the five films nominated in the Best Visual Effects Category. Andrew Lockley is among the graduates who could be celebrating on the… Read more » about Bournemouth University braced for further Oscar success

Taking the Leap from UG to PG

January 16, 2015

While I was studying Journalism BA at Bournemouth University I never ever considered going on to do a postgraduate course. In my naïve young mind I thought I would graduate, become a news anchor on Channel 4 News, retire a millionaire at forty and that would be that. Very quickly after graduating (in the midst… Read more » about Taking the Leap from UG to PG

Students showcase short films at BU film festival

January 14, 2015

Surreal dream worlds, a World War 1 drama and documentaries about everything from nightclubs in churches to days of the week. This was just some of the work on show at the BU Student Short Film Festival. The Festival, conceived by lecturer Dr David McQueen and organised by students from the MA Media Production framework,… Read more » about Students showcase short films at BU film festival

Happy New Year!

January 9, 2015

Hello and welcome to 2015! I hope this year will be the happiest and most successful one yet for everyone. If you’re not convinced it will be, why not try something new or different to spice the year up and make the best of it? Here are a few ideas… Visit a new place This… Read more » about Happy New Year!

Bournemouth wins Purple Flag status for 4th year

January 8, 2015

Bournemouth has been awarded the Purple Flag status for the fourth year in a row for offering a great evening experience and a safe and enjoyable time for everyone. Being accredited with a purple flag recognises Bournemouth’s ambitions to develop and improve the town ‘after dark’ inspiring visitors by the development and promotion of excellent… Read more » about Bournemouth wins Purple Flag status for 4th year

New Year’s Resolutions

January 6, 2015

Now that they’re back into the swing of studying, our Postgraduate bloggers tell us their New Year’s resolutions for 2015… Join in the conversation and comment below with your 2015 plans! Completing my Masters is obviously one! I’m also a member at Stokewood leisure centre in Winton and plan to go there more often in… Read more » about New Year’s Resolutions

SUBU

December 31, 2014

When I returned to Bournemouth University I knew two things: I wanted to work as hard as I could, and I wanted to join the student union as a course rep. After graduating from my BA in 2010, I felt that I skirted around the true university experience – I hadn’t joined any clubs or… Read more » about SUBU

Finding my forte at BU

December 27, 2014

Harriet Davis, recipient of a BU Music Scholarship, tells us how she’s making the most of her uni experience… Since starting my degree in Advertising and Marketing at Bournemouth three years ago, I’ve wanted to make the most of my time here by utilising the opportunities available to all students. I have been a keen… Read more » about Finding my forte at BU

Christmas in Bournemouth

December 23, 2014

If you’re thinking of studying at BU, you might be wondering what the festive season is like in Bournemouth. Here’s a taster of what’s going on this Christmas – perhaps you’ll even be persuaded to come and visit? Bournemouth Christmas Market 13 November – 4 January An Alpine Market, Moose Bar and open air stage…. Read more » about Christmas in Bournemouth

Balancing a job with study

December 18, 2014

Balancing a job with studying is challenging, but something many of us have to do. Here I share my experiences of juggling the two, the challenges I’ve faced and how I’m overcoming them. I’m fortunate that my working hours are flexible so I can fit work around my studies. The downside is that most of… Read more » about Balancing a job with study

Bournemouth University’s research recognised as world leading

December 17, 2014

Bournemouth University research has been recognised as “world leading” in the Research Excellence Framework (REF) announced today. The REF assesses the quality and impact of UK higher education institutions’ research in all disciplines and the results are used to allocate research funding for universities and colleges from next year. BU submitted to eight subject units,… Read more » about Bournemouth University’s research recognised as world leading