My placement with Dorset Police as a Sociology and Criminology student

This is a guest blog by Olivia Starr, currently in her third year studying BA (Hons) Sociology and Criminology. Studying at BU has always appealed to me. I spent every summer of my childhood at Bournemouth beach and it’s always felt like a second home. But unlike my friends, I came to BU three years… Read more » about My placement with Dorset Police as a Sociology and Criminology student

My uni interview tips

I thought I’d put together a short vlog on all my tips for university interviews; from body language to doing some research on the uni, I hope these tips help and calm any pre-interview nerves you may have 🙂 Please note that there is no longer an interview requirement for BA (Hons) TV Production. 

Beating the culinary blues – Where to find International cuisines in Bournemouth

As someone who enjoys international cuisine and is a big traveller and foodie, I am always keen to hear of students experience when visiting Bournemouth for international cuisine. I often get asked by prospective international students where they can find a range of Brazilian, African, and Thai cuisine options around Bournemouth. First, as a student,… Read more » about Beating the culinary blues – Where to find International cuisines in Bournemouth

Abbie’s placement experience working in a secondary school

This is a guest blog post by Abbie Rendell who is studying her final year of BSc (Hons) Sport Development and Coaching Sciences. My name is Abbie Rendell and I am currently in my final year of my undergraduate degree; Sport Development and Coaching Sciences. During the previous academic year (2019/2020), I completed my work… Read more » about Abbie’s placement experience working in a secondary school

My undergraduate to postgraduate journey at BU

This is a guest blog written by BU graduate Vicki who studied at BU for her  BSc (Hons) in Nutrition and decided to stay here for her postgraduate degree in MSc Nutrition and Behaviour as well. Why did I choose BU again? The nutrition team A big part of my decision was based on the… Read more » about My undergraduate to postgraduate journey at BU

Danni’s placement experience at Stay U-nique in Barcelona

This is a guest blog by Danni Gilligan, BA (Hons) Tourism Management student. Danni discusses her placement experience at Stay U-nique, a Unique Vacation Rental Management company in Barcelona. Placement year approached fast and it was a chance for me to chase my dream of working abroad. I’d always felt happy experiencing new cultures when… Read more » about Danni’s placement experience at Stay U-nique in Barcelona

Hristina’s international placement as a Game Designer at Imperia Online JSC

This is a guest blog by Hristina Zaykova, who’s studying BSc (Hons) Games Design at BU. My name is Hristina Zaykova, and I am an international student taking a bachelor’s degree in Games Design at BU. Last year I had the opportunity to take an internship at Imperia Online JSC, as a game designer. Imperia… Read more » about Hristina’s international placement as a Game Designer at Imperia Online JSC

Luke’s placement experience at Captify, Adtech media agency in London

This is a guest blog by Luke Etherington, who is studying BSc (Hons) Sport Management. I’ve never written a blog before but there is a first time for everything! My name is Luke Etherington and I am a final year student studying BSc (Hons) Sport Management. I think placements are a great way to get… Read more » about Luke’s placement experience at Captify, Adtech media agency in London

What to look for when choosing which offer to accept

By now most of you will have completed your uni applications and even sent them off in time for the UCAS application deadline of 29 January (for September 2021 entry). I know from experience that it’s not an easy thing to put together and get sent off so well done to everyone that has done… Read more » about What to look for when choosing which offer to accept

Ben’s placement experience at Savills Investment Management

This is a guest blog by Ben Haskell, BA (Hons) Accounting and Finance student who secured a placement with Savills Investment Management as a Group Finance Assistant. Who are Savills Investment Management and what did your role as Group Finance Assistant involve? Savills Investment Management are a global real estate investment manager who invest funds… Read more » about Ben’s placement experience at Savills Investment Management