Choosing a University Course – What if I Change my Mind?

With your chosen university course being something, you’ll study for the next three to four years, as you can imagine, it’s a pretty big decision. But don’t be alarmed; there are ways to make this decision easily, like this blog! Here we’ll outline how to choose your university course, how to narrow it down and also… Read more » about Choosing a University Course – What if I Change my Mind?

A student’s guide to navigating exams at Bournemouth University

Exam season can be one of the most stressful times at university. But here at Bournemouth University, there is plenty of help available to handle the pressure and stress surrounding exams. Firstly, get organised and know when your exams are. If you know exactly how long you have until your exams you can prepare content… Read more » about A student’s guide to navigating exams at Bournemouth University

Balancing 101 Things: Work, Uni and Study

Trust me when I say balancing all three is a real talent especially when procrastination is in FULL force. Keeping track of deadlines, assignments, the dreaded split shift at work or even just trying to have a life outside of writing what seems like your 100th essay of the year is a lot. Whether you’re… Read more » about Balancing 101 Things: Work, Uni and Study

Degree Apprenticeships vs University: Which is the best for you?

Choosing between a degree apprenticeship and a traditional university degree is a big decision. Both options offer unique pros and cons – but ultimately deciding which is best suited to you all comes down to a few factors; personal learning style, financial situation and career aspirations. We all know by now what university entails, but… Read more » about Degree Apprenticeships vs University: Which is the best for you?

It’s Assessment Centre and Interview Season: Here’s How To Succeed

Right about now, you may have received a few invitations to an interview or an assessment centre. This was something I had never even heard of before I started searching for placements, and if that’s you too, then you may feel as though you are about to be pushed into the deep end of the… Read more » about It’s Assessment Centre and Interview Season: Here’s How To Succeed

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Work, study, success: 5 easy tips for balancing part-time work and your studies to avoid burnout.

University life is an exciting journey filled with new experiences, friendships, and challenges. Many students take on part-time work to help cover tuition, supplement income, or gain valuable experience. However, balancing work and university can be overwhelming without proper planning, so here are my top 5 tips to finding a balance. Before we get into… Read more » about Work, study, success: 5 easy tips for balancing part-time work and your studies to avoid burnout.

Part-time jobs as an International Student at BU

Join Sophia, an American student, as she shares her unique experience of balancing life as a full-time student at Bournemouth University while working a part-time job in Bournemouth. Discover her tips, challenges, and the daily routine that helps her manage both academic and work commitments. Don’t miss out on her insights and advice for fellow… Read more » about Part-time jobs as an International Student at BU

Juggling student life: managing social life and studying

University life can often find you juggling a lot at once, but there are ways around this to avoid burnout. With balancing lectures, assignments, part-time work and a social life, this can soon be overwhelming. It is important that you stay on top of your studies, and this is manageable if you become organised. Using… Read more » about Juggling student life: managing social life and studying

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Beyond Your Degree – what can I do aside from my degree during my time at BU?

Hi, my name is Li and I’m a second year Software Engineering student. I’ve not been at BU long but I’ve already done quite a few things both for the university and for myself. In this blog, I want to showcase things you can get involved with beyond your degree while you study here.  … Read more » about Beyond Your Degree – what can I do aside from my degree during my time at BU?

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Things to consider when choosing which University to go to

Deciding what University to go to can be tough, it’s such a big decision and there are so many things to think about! In this blog I will explain how I made my decision and the things I did to make the process easier. My top tips: Do your research – It is so important… Read more » about Things to consider when choosing which University to go to