Settling into university life Starting university, you quickly realise that it forces a level of independence and responsibility, which can be a massive change from home and for some students, a newfound sense of freedom. It is easy to get carried away with the late nights and lie-ins. I found that by the first few… Read more » about Reflecting on my first year: what would I do differently?
This is a guest blog from Hannah Clubley BA (Hons) Television Production student. I’m Hannah, a third year Television Production student, and I wanted to share my recent experience working on a VT (Video Tape) shoot which aired on The One Show! I was lucky enough to be a runner on the shoot which was… Read more » about Hannah’s TV filming experience for the One Show
The anxiety of A-level results day has passed, and now you are fulfilling the next chapter of your education and life journey…. studying at university away from home. A new city, new study, new people, and new living – everything will be unfamiliar and exciting. Welcome to Bournemouth University! Where you will be studying… Read more » about Dear first years…. advice for starting your first year at BU from a second year student
One of the highlights for students who join BU every year is Freshers Week! Freshers Week is an opportunity to go out, have fun, take part in activities, and meet new friends! In this blog, I talk about my experience of Freshers Week at BU, including what my expectations were Vs the reality. Before I… Read more » about Freshers Week: Expectations Vs Reality
Don’t forget to follow us on Instagram for more international news and stories! The British fascination with weather is a cultural peculiarity that has long intrigued people from around the world. From casual conversations to news headlines, weather is a ubiquitous topic in British society. As an Indian student studying in the United Kingdom, I have come… Read more » about Cultural curiosities: unraveling the British fascination with weather – an Indian student’s perspective
Brief Explanation of the Turing Scheme: The Turing Scheme, named after the famous British mathematician Alan Turing, is a UK government initiative that replaced the Erasmus+ program after Brexit. Its primary aim is to provide opportunities for students to study, work, or gain practical experiences abroad. Partnering with higher education institutions across the world, the… Read more » about Seizing the Opportunity: Getting Turing Scheme funding for a summer school course in France
Don’t forget to follow us on Instagram for more international news and stories! When I embarked on my journey as an international student at Bournemouth University, little did I know that my first year would be a masterclass in personal growth and cultural integration. Reflecting on my experiences, there’s one thing I wish I had done differently:… Read more » about Unlocking opportunities: embracing clubs and societies at BU
Embarking on a university journey is a pivotal moment in any student’s life. When I set foot on the vibrant campus of Bournemouth University, little did I know that my experience would be elevated to extraordinary heights by becoming a Student Ambassador. In this blog, I want to share my personal journey as a Bournemouth… Read more » about Embracing opportunities: my journey as a Student Ambassador at BU
Embarking on a journey as an international student, I immersed myself in two distinct worlds of education: the United Kingdom and India. The contrasts in teaching styles and grading systems between these two countries have offered me invaluable insights into diverse approaches to learning. In the UK, education focuses on fostering critical thinking and independent… Read more » about Navigating education: a comparative look at UK and Indian teaching styles and grading systems
This is a guest blog by Keyia. Hello, my name is Keyia, I’m an international student from Nigeria and I am currently studying MSc Public Health at Bournemouth University. Besides being an international student, I’m also one of the faculty reps for Bournemouth University Student Union and a member of the Bournemouth University influencer community…. Read more » about My MSc Public Health student experience
What to pack for university If you are reading this, you have either decided to go to university, or you are seriously considering it! When I found out I had a place at BU to study BA (Hons) Sociology, one of my first thoughts was about all the things I would need to get and… Read more » about What to pack for university
My name is Maya Sengupta. I originally applied for Midwifery at a range of different universities including Bournemouth, however, I now study Adult Nursing at Bournemouth University. I entered BU through clearing as I didn’t get enough UCAS points for the course that I initially wanted but I settled on Nursing as it’s the closest… Read more » about Maya’s Clearing story
My top five online resources to make your life as a student easier
My experience of the Business School Employability Programme
Reflecting on my first year: what would I do differently?
Hannah’s TV filming experience for the One Show
5 reasons to attend a BU open day
Dear first years…. advice for starting your first year at BU from a second year student
Freshers Week: Expectations Vs Reality
Cultural curiosities: unraveling the British fascination with weather – an Indian student’s perspective
Packing essentials for international students in the UK within 46 kg luggage allowance limit!
A transformative adventure: studying abroad at Audencia Business School in France with the help of the Turing Scheme