As part of the first generation of cyberpsychology undergraduate students, I was already brainstorming ideas for my final-year project in my second year. I was so excited to apply something I really enjoyed in the world of technology (preferably involving social media) and turn it into my own piece of research. So, what is the… Read more » about My final year project as a Cyberpsychology undergraduate
Being a ‘mature’ student, I already lived locally and didn’t need to move into halls, so I stayed in the flat I already lived in. That played a small role in not being able to meet and socialise with my peers prior to my first day at uni. I’m quite an open, talk-to-anyone kind of… Read more » about What joining a society will do for your social life at Uni
Arriving to your accommodation early? Staying until your tenancy runs out? Whatever your reason, at some point you’re likely to be in Bournemouth during the summer. When societies take a pause and you’re (temporarily!) free from lectures and seminars, you might start to wonder what to do with your spare time. Of course, Bournemouth is… Read more » about 5 things to do in Bournemouth during the summer
Every now and then we ask our advisers in the Future Students Enquiry Team to share their top tips on key topics. Here’s their latest one covering how to book your BU accommodation. So, you’ve chosen BU as your firm choice university (exciting!) and now you can access the BU Accommodation Portal to book… Read more » about How to book your home from home – your guide to the BU Accommodation Portal
Open days can be the key to helping you decide which university you go to, but they can seem quite daunting and overwhelming – which is why I’ve put together a guide on making the most of your time at an Open Day, so that you can really discover why BU is for you! First… Read more » about How to make the most of an open day
Living in Dorchester House Choosing the right accommodation for you can be daunting, especially when you are moving from home for the first time. However, choosing can also be a very exciting experience and luckily Bournemouth University has many options to choose from! In my first year, I lived in Dorchester House, and I had… Read more » about Why I loved living in Dorchester House
Preparing to come to BU! You may be wondering how you should prepare for university. This blog will give you some tips and tricks on how to do this from someone who has been a first year student! Starting a checklist on things you should bring to university To start preparing I found it very… Read more » about How to prepare for University
There are many volunteering opportunities in and around Bournemouth, with many local groups, charities, and organisations that are often seeking volunteers to help out in a variety of ways. Volunteering can be a great way to broaden your horizons and explore the local community, whilst having a positive impact through rewarding work. Bournemouth University encourages… Read more » about How to volunteer as a Bournemouth University student
Have you thought about what it’s really like to study BA (Hons) Television Production? Hi, I’m Pip! In my vlog I’m taking you through a day in my life as a TV Production student, including film screenings, hanging out at Dylan’s bar and more.
During the 1st year, Computing students take part in Computing in Business week. Greta Kuzminskaite, a BSc (Hons) Software Engineering student blogged about her experience of CiB week, and what her group did during the week to give an insight into what CiB week is as part of the Business Systems Analysis and Design unit… Read more » about My Computing in Business experience
In my first year of studying BA (Hons) International Tourism and Hospitality Management, the units I studied included Tourism and Hospitality Industries, Financial Reporting, Tourism Wildlife and the Environment, Marketing, Food Systems, and Global Hospitality. Over the entire year, I was on campus for an average of 4 days per week. During peak assignment times… Read more » about My top tips for Tourism and Hospitality students
Are you wondering what lectures and seminars are like at Bournemouth University? When considering if you would like to go to university; if BU is the correct choice for you; or if you are wanting to prepare yourself to come to BU, it is normal to wonder how your days studying will look. What to… Read more » about What lectures look like at BU
My First Year University Journey
Your Guide to Thriving at Bournemouth University: From Freshers to Final Year
An Introduction to BA (Hons) Film at Bournemouth University
Why I Chose Bournemouth University: How an Open Day Changed Everything
Benefits of joining a sports team at Bournemouth University
Apprenticeships: Two Perspectives — From a Student and an Employer
How to get into the animation industry
Clearing 2025 is now open
Housemate Diaries
Final year Media Production projects hit the big screen