Hassan Mahmood chose to pursue his postgraduate studies at Bournemouth University after being drawn to the region’s diverse landscape and natural scenery. The environment around BU offered a sense of calm, inspiration, and balance—an ideal setting for academic focus and personal development. Equally compelling was the MSc Data Science and AI programme. With rapid advancements… Read more » about Engineering the future: How Hassan Mahmood built his path in Data Science and AI
A placement year at an oil refinery was the start of a 25-year global career in energy management for business studies graduate Matt Tucker. Matt graduated from Bournemouth University in 2000 and is now Head of Global Crude Trading at ExxonMobil, which still runs the Fawley refinery in Hampshire where Matt got his first taste… Read more » about Meet BU graduate Matt Tucker – Head of Global Crude Trading at ExxonMobil
Two first-year computer animation students have won a scholarship package of funding and career support with an award-winning games studio. Hannah Newman and Xeno Piras-Trow, who both joined the BA (Hons) in Computer Animation and Visual Effects last September, have been selected for the Creative Assembly Scholarship. They will each now receive £3,000 a year,… Read more » about First Creative Assembly games scholarships awarded
When I first arrived in Bournemouth, suitcase in hand and the sea breeze rolling across campus, I had no idea just how transformative my time at Bournemouth University would be. I chose BU partly for its unique blend of academic excellence and coastal calm, but what I discovered here went far beyond a scenic place… Read more » about From Coastline to Career Clarity: A BU Graduate’s Journey of Discovery
Bournemouth-based luxury travel agency Blue Skies Lifestyle has strong roots in Bournemouth University, with a third of its current team made up of BU graduates across a range of disciplines. Founded in 2005 by Bournemouth University alumni Andy and Fran Castle, Blue Skies Lifestyle is a family-run business specialising in high-end luxury ski chalet and… Read more » about Blue Skies Lifestyle: a Bournemouth University Success Story
Bournemouth University graduates are behind some of the biggest films in the running for this year’s Academy Awards. Graduates from the National Centre for Computer Animation and Media School have contributed to all five films nominated in the Best Visual Effects category and at least four of the titles nominated in the Best Picture category, including Hamnet,… Read more » about Meet the BU graduates behind this year’s Oscar-nominated films
A journey through BU’s transformation Mark Roberts began his studies when the institution was still the Dorset Institute, experiencing its transition to Bournemouth Polytechnic and finally Bournemouth University. Drawn by BU’s strong reputation for industry‑aligned education, he chose Information Systems Management for its blend of technology and leadership—equipping him for the increasing importance of technology… Read more » about Graduate Story: Mark Roberts – BSc (Hons) Information Systems Management, 1993
An animation studio founded by three BU graduates is to receive a BAFTA Special Award in recognition of its social and cultural impact. The award for Blue Zoo Animation Studio recognises its 25-year legacy since being founded by classmates from BU’s National Centre for Computer Animation (NCCA) – Tom Box, Adam Shaw and Oli Hyatt,… Read more » about BAFTA Special Award for animation studio founded by BU graduates
BU alumnus Andac Akpulat, who completed his MSc in Digital Health & Artificial Intelligence in 2023, is already establishing himself as an emerging voice in the rapidly evolving world of medical AI. His journey began with a lifelong passion for technology and human wellbeing—an interest that grew during his undergraduate studies in Electrical and Electronics… Read more » about From BU to AI Innovation: Graduate Andac Akpulat on Technology, Healthcare, and Finding Purpose
Coming from an Industrial Engineering background, I chose to study MSc International Management at Bournemouth University to bridge the gap between technical analysis and global business leadership. I wanted to understand not just how systems work, but how people, culture, and strategy shape decision‑making in international organisations. BU stood out for its practical, globally oriented… Read more » about Graduate Story: Arda Kutsal – MSc International Management (2023)
When I first applied to university, I knew I wanted to do something media‑related, but I wasn’t yet sure where I would fit. Bournemouth University’s BA Film course struck the perfect balance of theory and practice, offering the opportunities and space I needed to discover my direction. In fact, BU was first recommended to me… Read more » about Graduate Story: András Fasimon – Screenwriter and Development Producer
Entrepreneur and BU alumni Dan Brown shares his story of how he now runs his own successful marketing consultancy business. Having always had an entrepreneurial mindset, Dan knew he wanted to choose a degree course that would offer a broad range of career opportunities. Business studies seemed like the perfect fit, providing a solid foundation in various… Read more » about Entrepreneur and BU alumni Dan Brown shares his story of how he now runs his own marketing consultancy
Engineering the future: How Hassan Mahmood built his path in Data Science and AI
Meet BU graduate Matt Tucker – Head of Global Crude Trading at ExxonMobil
First Creative Assembly games scholarships awarded
From Coastline to Career Clarity: A BU Graduate’s Journey of Discovery
From BU Graduate to Digital Leader: How Luke Fribbens Built an Award Nominated Agency
Shaping Change Through Lived Experience: Charity’s Path Beyond BU
Blue Skies Lifestyle: a Bournemouth University Success Story
Rising strong: How resilience led BU graduate to the world stage
From Bolivia to Bournemouth University: my Chevening journey
Pioneering Progress: The Inspiring Journey of Dr Connie Wilson