For Olivia Cassar, choosing Bournemouth University (BU) was about finding a place where she could feel at home while pursuing a rewarding healthcare career. After attending an open day while at college, she was immediately impressed by the welcoming atmosphere, the organisation of the university, and the passion shown by the academic staff. Combined with… Read more » about A Career with Purpose: Olivia Cassar’s Journey into Occupational Therapy
This is a guest blog from Alice, a BSc (Hons) Psychology graduate sharing how she came to Bournemouth through Clearing. I completed my A levels via distance learning through the National Extension College. In 2021, I finished my Spanish A level with an A grade, and in 2022, I had obtained two conditional offers whilst… Read more » about Finding success through Clearing
Before results day, I honestly wasn’t even sure if university was the right path for me. I hadn’t applied through the usual process because I didn’t feel 100% certain about what I wanted to do or whether I was ready to commit to a course. Like a lot of people, I found the idea of… Read more » about My clearing story – Digby
Having graduated from BU in 2012, James Wood has gone on to launch his own design studio and worked on major brands including the famous Chilly’s water bottles. But a university education and career in design weren’t originally on the cards. With no-one in his family having gone to university before, James left school after… Read more » about James Wood – How a chance open day visit led to a career designing global brands
After graduating with an MA in Screenwriting from Bournemouth University in 2008, Phil Peel continued to pursue his passion for storytelling, building a career as an independent writer-director. Nearly two decades later, that commitment has culminated in the release of his latest feature thriller, Gone to Ground, a project that not only showcases his creative… Read more » about From Script to Screen: Phil Peel’s Decade-Long Journey to Independent Film Success
Chloe Greenstreet, a graduate of BU’s BSc Software Engineering course, exemplifies how passion, hard work and a willingness to seize opportunities can lead to exceptional early career success. Motivated by a desire to combine technology with environmental sustainability, Chloe chose BU because of its strong commitment to sustainability, excellent software engineering programme and supportive learning… Read more » about From BU Student to JPMorgan Software Engineer: Chloe’s Journey of Innovation and Impact
For Esra Yazici, storytelling is not just a career—it is a powerful way of understanding life, memory, and resilience. A 2024 graduate of MA Scriptwriting course at BU, Esra’s journey into screenwriting was shaped by a life-changing moment that led her to rediscover the importance of writing and creative expression. Esra chose BU for its… Read more » about From adversity to storytelling: Esra Yazici’s journey to the screen
A growing team of BU graduates, placement students and volunteers are providing vital services to people across the region with Citizens Advice. A close working relationship between BU and Citizens Advice Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, is building a pipeline of talent that is helping the charity to support hundreds of people every month. The service,… Read more » about BU graduates and students supporting communities across BCP
Nikhil Thapar’s journey is a compelling story of ambition, global learning, and purpose-driven leadership. A graduate of Bournemouth University’s MSc Sport Management programme, Nikhil chose his academic path with clear intent—to gain not only a world-class education but also practical insight into the evolving sports industry. Choosing BU was a strategic decision. Its globally accredited… Read more » about From Vision to Victory: Nikhil Thapar’s Journey in Transforming Indian Football
Dina Husseini chose to study MA Creative Writing and Publishing at Bournemouth University (BU) for a combination of both personal and academic reasons. She was drawn to the idea of experiencing somewhere entirely new, far removed from familiar surroundings, and the university’s coastal location offered exactly that sense of change. BU’s vibrant student media culture,… Read more » about From Creative Exploration to Storytelling Success: Dina Husseini’s Journey in Writing, Media and Beyond
Two Bournemouth University graduates will represent the UK at one of most prestigious competitions in advertising, after being named category winners at the UK Young Lions Competition 2026. Ciara Ferreira and Sunny Winter were announced as the winning duo in the Film category, earning them the opportunity to represent the UK at the Cannes… Read more » about BU graduates win top film prize at UK Young Lions Competition
Tom Mead is a Bournemouth University graduate whose creative career reflects both the unpredictability and the rewards of pursuing a distinctive artistic voice. Graduating in 2007 with a BA (Hons) in Animation Production, Tom was drawn to BU for its unique commitment at the time to hand-drawn animation. His early experiences in the department proved… Read more » about From hand-drawn roots to global recognition: Tom Mead’s creative journey
A Career with Purpose: Olivia Cassar’s Journey into Occupational Therapy
Finding success through Clearing
My clearing story – Digby
BU makes its Formula Student debut at Silverstone
Green Economy graduate shaping sustainability at Aldi
Carmen valenzuela – Designing a More Sustainable Future
James Wood – How a chance open day visit led to a career designing global brands
From Script to Screen: Phil Peel’s Decade-Long Journey to Independent Film Success
My clearing story – Aaliyah
From BU Student to JPMorgan Software Engineer: Chloe’s Journey of Innovation and Impact