Wondering how Josephine’s been getting on? Here’s the next part of her BU journey…
What I learnt during my first year
At university you learn a lot more than just your degree subject, for most people it’s the first time they move away from home. Suddenly you have a LOT of responsibilities that most of us aren’t really prepared for. You really are thrown in at the deep end when you go to university and BU… Read more » about What I learnt during my first year
Your top questions
With an Open Day fast approaching, you’ve got plenty of questions for our AskBU team. Here are some that lots of you have been asking… Are you still taking applications for BSc (Hons) Adult Nursing for February 2016 (University Centre Yeovil)? Yes, we’re still taking applications for students who wish to study this course at… Read more » about Your top questions
Why are Open Days important?
If you’re in your last year of college and Bournemouth University is one of your top favs, then I suggest attending one of the University’s undergraduate Open Days. Plenty of time to check out all the wonderful things that BU has to offer. So, the question is, why are these Open Days so important to… Read more » about Why are Open Days important?
Steph’s story: How to choose your uni course
No idea how to choose your uni course? Steph has some great advice!
My sandwich placement at Airbus
I joined the PR course at BU as an international student from Lithuania eager to make the most of the opportunities that a degree in the UK offers. During my placement year I was lucky enough to work as the Internal Communication and Community Engagement Intern at Airbus in the UK. My role included anything… Read more » about My sandwich placement at Airbus
Benny’s story: The first step
Meet our new vlogger, Benny Sing! He’s just joined us to study BSc (Hons) Games Technology, and he’ll be sharing his story over the next year. Watch his first vlog to see Benny moving into the Student Village and getting a first look at our Talbot Campus…
Halls becoming home
As it sunk in that I was clear of Clearing and closer to moving to uni, accommodation seemed the next check-box to be ticked! I was sure the chance of me getting into Halls of Residence was unlikely, yet I applied anyway, having gained high hopes from a confirmed place on my chosen course. When… Read more » about Halls becoming home
Freshers’ halls guide: Lansdowne Point
LANSDOWNE POINT IS A COMPLETELY NEW HALLS OF RESIDENCE, SO INSTEAD OF LEAVING IT BEING LEFT OUT OF THE HALLS GUIDE SERIES, I DECIDED TO HEAD OVER THERE AND CHECK IT OUT! I was lucky enough to get a tour through Lansdowne point today and I was totally impressed! Each student has their own en-suite room… Read more » about Freshers’ halls guide: Lansdowne Point
My first week: Making new friends
It can all be very daunting when moving to a new town or city, especially when you are away from everything and everyone you know. I for one was an example of this, as in order to undertake my scriptwriting course I was to move away from London to Bournemouth. Of course moving away from… Read more » about My first week: Making new friends
My first week at BU: Living at home and meeting new people
Meet Imogen. She’s just joined us to study BA (Hons) Communication and Media and is going to share her story with you. She was part way through a degree at another uni, when she decided she wanted to go in a different direction, so she wants to tell you what it’s like to start at uni… Read more » about My first week at BU: Living at home and meeting new people
Josephine’s story: Moving to Bournemouth
Meet our new vlogger, Josephine! She’s come from Sweden to study BA (Hons) Scriptwriting for Film and Television and she’ll be sharing her story throughout her first year. She starts with moving to Bournemouth, and her new room…
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