BU is now open for Clearing 2023. Find your place at BU this September. What is Clearing? Clearing is run by UCAS and enables universities to fill spaces on courses that aren’t yet full for the next academic year, while students without offers are given another chance to pursue their higher education aspirations. Read our… Read more » about Clearing 2023 is now open – Make us your uni this September
The first day of moving to your new university town will come, whether you’re excited, nervous, or secretly dreading it. There are lots of things to think about regarding the big move, and these are some of my top tips for getting through the first couple of weeks of adjusting to a new environment with… Read more » about The Big Move!
This is a guest blog written by Emily Wells-Burr, a BA (Hons) Public Relations graduate from BU. Emily describes her path to her current position as European Corporate Communications Manager at Enterprise Holdings since graduating in 2016. I was the first person in my family to go to university. Never before had I moved away… Read more » about Where am I now, seven years after graduation?
This is a guest blog post written by MA English & Literary Media student, Zoey. The opportunity to intern with The Tandem Collective, a global digital marketing agency operating in the publishing arena, came about halfway through the spring semester when a representative from Tandem attended as a guest speaker. Following the presentation, Tandem offered… Read more » about Zoey’s Experience Interning with The Tandem Collective
This is a guest blog post from student Harley Huyen Le about her challenges and successes so far. From Vietnam adapting to a new country, it’s common for us international students to be overwhelmed sometimes, no matter how many experiences we have had. I am no exception. Fortunately, thanks to the support from our lecturers,… Read more » about From Vietnam to Bournemouth Harley Huyen Le’s experiences so far
At University, a common misconception is that all your assignments are essays! Well, I can say from experience this is not the case! You can get a whole range of assessment type’s throughout your university education. My favourite project this year was the assignment for a unit I had called Stories & Spaces. Our brief was… Read more » about My Favourite Project this Year! – Stories & Spaces
As part of the first generation of cyberpsychology undergraduate students, I was already brainstorming ideas for my final-year project in my second year. I was so excited to apply something I really enjoyed in the world of technology (preferably involving social media) and turn it into my own piece of research. So, what is the… Read more » about My final year project as a Cyberpsychology undergraduate
Being a ‘mature’ student, I already lived locally and didn’t need to move into halls, so I stayed in the flat I already lived in. That played a small role in not being able to meet and socialise with my peers prior to my first day at uni. I’m quite an open, talk-to-anyone kind of… Read more » about What joining a society will do for your social life at Uni
Arriving to your accommodation early? Staying until your tenancy runs out? Whatever your reason, at some point you’re likely to be in Bournemouth during the summer. When societies take a pause and you’re (temporarily!) free from lectures and seminars, you might start to wonder what to do with your spare time. Of course, Bournemouth is… Read more » about 5 things to do in Bournemouth during the summer
Don’t forget to Follow us on Instagram for more news and international student stories! Leaving behind the family and venturing into the unknown is a journey filled with mixed emotions for international students. As someone who has embarked on this path myself, I understand the profound longing for a sense of belonging. In this blog post, I will… Read more » about Finding a Sense of Belonging: Tips for International Students to Create a Home in the UK Away from Home
Follow us on Instagram for more news and international student stories! Education has the power to transform lives, but the financial burden associated with pursuing higher education can often be overwhelming. As a student facing financial constraints, the opportunity to receive a scholarship can be a ray of hope. In my journey as an aspiring student from… Read more » about A Blessing in Disguise: How a £3500 Academic Excellence Scholarship Alleviated Financial Strain for Me and My Family
Don’t forget to Follow us on Instagram for more news and international student stories! Food has a remarkable ability to bridge cultures and bring people together. As an Indian student studying in the UK, I have discovered the joy of combining traditional Indian flavours with the local ingredients found in this beautiful country. In this blog post, I… Read more » about Fusion Delights: Blending Indian Flavors with Local Ingredients in the UK
Meet the BU graduates behind this year’s Oscar-nominated films 
Graduate Story: Mark Roberts – BSc (Hons) Information Systems Management, 1993
Rediscovering her Calling: Kate Williams’ journey back to nursing
BAFTA Special Award for animation studio founded by BU graduates
From BU to AI Innovation: Graduate Andac Akpulat on Technology, Healthcare, and Finding Purpose
Graduate Story: Arda Kutsal – MSc International Management (2023)
Graduate Story: András Fasimon – Screenwriter and Development Producer
Entrepreneur and BU alumni Dan Brown shares his story of how he now runs his own marketing consultancy
Academy Award Sci-Tech wins for BU graduates
Yes, you can: My MSc Psychology experience abroad