What to pack for university If you are reading this, you have either decided to go to university, or you are seriously considering it! When I found out I had a place at BU to study BA (Hons) Sociology, one of my first thoughts was about all the things I would need to get and… Read more » about What to pack for university
Maya’s Clearing story
My name is Maya Sengupta. I originally applied for Midwifery at a range of different universities including Bournemouth, however, I now study Adult Nursing at Bournemouth University. I entered BU through clearing as I didn’t get enough UCAS points for the course that I initially wanted but I settled on Nursing as it’s the closest… Read more » about Maya’s Clearing story
How I eat healthy and delicious food, while on a budget!
Buying and making food while at university is often very daunting. How do I know if this is cooked? What do I need to have on my plate to eat healthily? How much is this going to cost?! All of these questions appeared in my mind when I started university. So, to help you out,… Read more » about How I eat healthy and delicious food, while on a budget!
How to prepare for Clearing
Hi I’m Q and this is my vlog about how to prepare for Clearing! If you’re unsure what to expect from Clearing, this vlog is for you. I hope it helps!
How to handle Clearing – my top tips
This blog will take you through the opening of Clearing, what to expect, how to approach universities and choose a place. I’ll also go into detail about what to consider and how to negotiate with universities and how to handle Clearing if it’s unexpected! Clearing 2023 is open from 5th July until 17th October. Clearing… Read more » about How to handle Clearing – my top tips
5 ways to make friends at university
Studying at university is incredibly exciting, but for many students it means relocating from your hometown to somewhere completely new – sometimes across the country, or even from another continent! It might seem daunting, but making friends at university is simple. Remember, everyone is in the same boat, so don’t feel as if you’re the… Read more » about 5 ways to make friends at university
Why I’m glad I joined SUBU’s Nerve Radio station
Hey, it’s Pip here! In my vlog, I talk through how I got involved with BU’s Nerve Radio station, and why I’m so glad I did! I talk about the skills I’ve learned and how my involvement with the station has evolved during my time at BU 😊
Going back to full-time study three years after college
Almost every student I’ve met while at BU took the usual college-then-straight-to-university route, but that wasn’t the case for me. After finishing my A-levels, I still didn’t know for sure what I wanted to do with my life (sounds dramatic, I know). So, I went on what could only be described as a “non-traditional” route… Read more » about Going back to full-time study three years after college
Receiving the Graduate Skills+ Award
Iga Stefanska is a final year BSc (Hons) Nutrition student who took part in the BU Graduate Skills Programme, which is something we offer here at the university to all students and is designed to help prepare students for the world of work. It offers a range of extracurricular experiences, and students have the opportunity… Read more » about Receiving the Graduate Skills+ Award
What happens during Clearing?
Hi I’m Q and this is my vlog about the Clearing process! If you’re unsure what happens during Clearing, this vlog will hopefully provide some great info to help you navigate Clearing successfully. 😊
How to feel at home while at university
Hey everyone, I’m back with a vlog about how to feel at home at uni! I’ve got 5 tips on how to do this – I hope you find it useful 🙂
Making new friends at BU
Some people may feel a little apprehensive about how and if you will make friends when at university. I realised when I arrived there are lots of ways you can make friends! In this blog, I chat about some ways you can make friends whilst at Bournemouth University. Freshers’ week When you arrive at BU… Read more » about Making new friends at BU