“What is Uni like?!” you cry. “How much time do you have?!” we reply. It’s a journey and no two journeys are the same but we can give you a rough idea of what to expect. Study-wise there’ll be concepts you grasp straight away followed by theories you just can’t get your head around. There’ll… Read more » about The Journey…
Student Engagement Co-ordinator
Hi My name is Nicki and I’m the Student Engagement Co-ordinator for DEC. There are six of us across the university and we are all recent graduates of BU. Our job is to help you settle into uni life and be there for you if and when you have any problems or questions. For example,… Read more » about Student Engagement Co-ordinator
Introduction to our Academic Schools
Thinking about studying at Bournemouth University and want to know more about the Academic School that your course of interest is delivered by? Take a look at this blog…
Multimedia Journalism
By Luke Nurdin BU Graduate Back in 2007 I applied to go to Bournemouth University to study the Multimedia Journalism course. I really wanted to study here because it had such a good reputation for media and journalism. Sadly the first time I didn’t get the grades but I decided to do another year at… Read more » about Multimedia Journalism
Application Process
By Michelle Lillywhite 2nd year BU Student, BA (Hons) Social Work So, you have been to the open days, you know about the finance, you know where your mates want to go – and all you need to do is apply – but don’t panic!! The first thing to do is know where you want… Read more » about Application Process
Why Choose BU?
By Patricia Obawole 2nd year BU Student, LLB (Hons) Law UNI! UNI! UNI! By now you probably have the word uni spilling out of your ears along with words like “Personal statements,” “UCAS” and “student finance.” However, for some odd, strange reason (which the student population are yet to figure out) you’re still excited. You’re… Read more » about Why Choose BU?
Bournemouth – My First Choice
By Callum Stevens 2nd year BU student, BSc (Hons) Computing I went to many University Open Days and made a list of pros and cons of each University I visited. Choosing which University is for you is an important and personal decision which should not be rushed. When I was looking at Universities that offered my… Read more » about Bournemouth – My First Choice
Why I Chose BU…
By Leroy-Winston Scott 3rd year BU student, BA (Hons) Events Management This is where I am supposed to write why choose BU, instead I can only write why I chose to follow my passion. I believe a great deal of our ‘greatness’ comes from us believing in what we can achieve, and I feel that… Read more » about Why I Chose BU…
Why Choose BU?
By Louis Sherman 1st year BU student, BSc (Hons) Applied Geography When you start going around university open days, viewing your prospective universities, you cant help but feel a little confused and like it is a whole new world. This is true, it’s a huge decision and a massive change, but for me, there was… Read more » about Why Choose BU?
An International Welcome
By Daphne Oliveras The best advice I can give you when coming to Bournemouth for the first time is: enjoy all the support opportunities BU offers to make this seaside town feel much, much better than home. Specially those extra nice ones set up for new students on the magical weeks known as Arrivals Week…. Read more » about An International Welcome
A January welcome to International Students
By Merna Ghabbour It was September. There was an influx of students from near and far ready to kick off another school year. Some were returning for another year, while others were just preparing for their first year. My journey started in Canada. I know what you’re thinking: I’m a long ways away from home…. Read more » about A January welcome to International Students
Writing your UCAS personal statement
Your personal statement is your opportunity to tell us as much information as you can about yourself and why you want to follow a particular course, and as such it forms the most important part of your application. We recommend you come along to an Open Day where you can speak with the Tutors and… Read more » about Writing your UCAS personal statement
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How I spent five weeks in Fiji through the Turing Scheme funding at BU
The benefits of part-time work for international students
How the accreditations on the Multimedia Journalism course aid your employability
My Hospitality placement experience in Melbourne, Australia
Stacey, Rosie, and Eli’s Duke of Imran Award
Studying in the UK as an international student: Is it worth it?
How much money you need as a student (& money saving tips)
The role of accreditation in Psychology degrees: what does it mean?