This is a guest blog written by Chris Jefford, a current BSc (Hons) Environmental Science with Foundation Year student. My Journey to university really started after I was discharged from the Royal Navy after 12 years of service. I wasn’t sure what to do with my life, but I knew I had to return to… Read more » about My journey from the Military to university through Clearing at BU
Yes I learnt a lot about my course and industry while at university, but my time at BU taught me a lot about life too. These are some of the key lessons I learnt: 1. Friendships It is cliche but the value of friendships becomes very clear while at university, you start to appreciate quality… Read more » about The lessons I learnt at BU
Looking back at my time at Bournemouth University, I can acknowledge how much I have learnt over this process and how the experience of university has shaped the career choices I am about to make and the person I am now, four years later. Coming to BU was an anxious time for me. I did… Read more » about Reflections…what did Bournemouth University teach me?
Like many international students living and studying abroad for the first time, I was struggled at first to manage my living costs when I came to the UK. After few months of adjusting to my new life, I have experienced and collected some useful tips that may help new students prepare for their upcoming journeys… Read more » about Affordable living costs in Bournemouth – 5 tips for international students
My parents have worked hard to ensure my sisters and I are able to attend university abroad. Growing up and moving out was what we expected. Looking back, it wasn’t until early September when the realisation struck me that I am moving away. At first it was excitement and joy, being able to start a… Read more » about One way flight: Look back piece on leaving home
Moving to university is an entire experience on its own. You have traveled the distance, you have your belongings in bags, and you have just stepped into your accommodation. Now you are here and classes have not yet begun, so you may start to feel the sense of “what now?” I have personally met an… Read more » about The first few days: 3 tips to settling in
The first three years at Bournemouth University have given me a wide variety of opportunities both connected to my course and through the social side of the university most frequently through SUBU and in this blog, I am going to go through what have been my personal highlights from my time at BU! 1. Living… Read more » about Jonathan’s top 5 uni experiences
Making friends in my accommodation Meeting my new flat mates in person for the first time after speaking on social media in the build up to starting university and making plans to go out to freshers events together, cook together, finding out about each other’s courses and deciding what to bring for university was definitely… Read more » about My top 5 uni experiences
If you are a new student or a prospective student interested in studying at Bournemouth University (BU), you must been wondering if BU have anything like a student council or students’ representative. Well here at BU, we have Students’ Union at Bournemouth University or famously known as SUBU. You will be represented by full-time officers… Read more » about Getting involved with SUBU during my first year
Brightspace is a tool that you will use daily as a student at BU. Personally, I find that brightspace includes a lot of useful links that help me with my studies. To access your Brightspace and find more information, you can click the link here: Brightspace’s top bar section are one of the most important… Read more » about What is Brightspace? A short guide
This is a guest blog post from BA (Hons) Marketing Communications with Public Relations student Jack Roffey. The Placement Year can be complicated… When I was bought up, I was always told by my parents to expect the unexpected. Over the last year, I have certainly encountered that. Originally with my course, I was meant… Read more » about Jack’s placement experience
As someone who has lived in Bournemouth all their life, there is no doubt that it is a scenic location. With its beaches, town centre and vibrant nightlife, it is the perfect place for someone looking to study at Bournemouth University. However, there is another fascinating side to Bournemouth within its history which many people… Read more » about Famous authors, stunning landscapes and historical locations – Bournemouth’s History
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