Peculiar Piles of Precious Possessions Thinking of what to pack in your suitcases is probably one of the most challenging, and sometimes quite a frustrating, experiences. You are probably trying your best to squeeze your whole wardrobe into the tiny little suitcase and struggling with the weight limit imposed by the abhorrent policy that the… Read more » about Packing uni essentials for the different seasons-international student perspective
Rigid Rulers vs Radiant Rebels: The comparison between authority teaching method and flexible as well as encouraging teaching style. The biggest difference in teaching methods between Taiwan and the UK is the fact that back home everything has a correct answer, and the teaching is more one-way and authority-based; whereas, in the UK, the teaching… Read more » about The difference in teaching versus my home country
Starting university can be a daunting experience, especially if you’re worried about fitting in without relying on alcohol. I remember feeling the same way, but I found effective strategies to make friends and feel at home without alcohol. Here’s how you can do it too. Making Friends Before Arriving One of the best decisions I… Read more » about Ways to enjoy university life without alcohol
This is a guest blog by Susan L. Edser, MA Creative Writing and Publishing student at BU. ‘No one cares what you went through,’ the internationally renowned filmmaker Imruh Bakari says. ‘All that matters is what is on the screen.’ I have been on a crash course in filmmaking over the last few months, and this… Read more » about My experience of producing short films as part of my MA Creative Writing and Publishing
Hello, I’m Elliott, and I’m excited to share my journey as a degree apprentice at Bournemouth University, employed by Draken. I recently won the Dorset Apprenticeship Award for 2024 which was an incredible honour, and in this blog, I would like to reflect on the experiences and the opportunities that have shaped my path. Before… Read more » about My journey through a degree apprenticeship: a path to excellence
Clearing can be a daunting experience when results day comes. Here are my top tips to help prepare for clearing with minimal stress. Tip 1 – Be Prepared Check what you need before calling anywhere, and be ready with all the information. This will help the person on the phone make your application smoothly. You… Read more » about My top five tips for Clearing
Choosing Bournemouth University (BU) was a pivotal decision in my educational and career journey, driven by my desire to acquire a diverse skill set that would enhance both my degree in Media Production and my future career prospects. I sought a university that not only offered relevant academic modules but also provided a vibrant extracurricular… Read more » about Why I chose BU!
Hi! My name is Tia, and I am currently studying BSc (Hons) Design Engineering at Bournemouth University and I received my offer through Clearing! I decided to go through Clearing because I wanted to be sure that I was progressing onto a course that was right for me and would set me up for the… Read more » about I released myself into Clearing and it was the best decision!
Choosing your university is about more than just what courses are on offer. You’re deciding where you’re going to spend the next three to four years, where you’re going to learn and grow and start a whole new life. Luckily for me, my decision to study at Bournemouth University wasn’t difficult, because I took everything… Read more » about Why I chose Bournemouth University
As I boarded my flight to the Netherlands with my best friend whom I convinced to join this adventure with me, I couldn’t help but reflect on how we would be moving to a different country, where I would experience adventure, travel, and learn new things in addition to being a part of its culture…. Read more » about A semester abroad at Breda University
Hear from students on the MA Social Work course at BU about their experiences of university life. Tolu I am a 1st year MA Social work Student at BU. I came to the University last September and it has been an amazing time for me. Obviously it has not been easy to juggle school work… Read more » about MA Social Work student perspectives
My name is Zoe Chinnock, I am originally from the Cotswolds in the UK and I am studying BA (Hons) Events Management at Bournemouth University. Going to university has always been a goal of mine and when I attended the Open Day at Bournemouth, the versatility, and the opportunities that the course offered me seemed… Read more » about My study abroad experience in Nice as an Events Management student
Packing uni essentials for the different seasons-international student perspective
The difference in teaching versus my home country
Exploring the world with BU: My journey with the UK Turing Scheme
Ways to enjoy university life without alcohol
My experience of producing short films as part of my MA Creative Writing and Publishing
My journey through a degree apprenticeship: a path to excellence
My top five tips for Clearing
Interview with an Operating Department Practice student
Clearing 2024 is now open
My journey through an apprenticeship: a transformative experience