I’m Lara Barusso from Italy, currently studying Computer Animation Art and design, and i would like to tell you a bit more about my accommodation. The Student Village is a great place to stay for your first year!. My first impression was that it was like being in a movie, when I first arrived I… Read more » about Why you should choose to live in Student Village
Living at Purbeck House
Hi everyone! I’m Areej! I am from Egypt and I’m doing the games software engineering course. Today I want to talk about my experience living in Purbeck house so far. Cosy room and lovely flatmates Surprisingly enough I don’t find my accommodation room too small. In addition to a lot of storage space under the… Read more » about Living at Purbeck House
Staying safe on a night out
Regardless of whether you’re a student or not, everyone should keep safe when on a night out. It’s easy when your among friends or if your familiar with an area to take your safety for granted. Watch my vlog where I share some top tips!
BA (Hons) Archaeology and Anthropology. Do you dig it?!
This is a guest blog by current student Sam Randall, studying BA (Hons) Archaeology & Anthropology. I’ve always been interested in archaeology and anthropology – I grew up in Somerset and Wiltshire and there are so many artefacts all around us. I can’t remember specifically what I found that got me so interested, but I became fascinated with archaeology and then later by human remains. I… Read more » about BA (Hons) Archaeology and Anthropology. Do you dig it?!
Making the most out of your first term at Uni
Making the most out of your first term at Uni I am Jenny from Germany studying BA (Hons) Scriptwriting for Film and Television. Coming to Uni can feel a bit overwhelming at times. You might feel as if you don’t really know what you’re doing with your life and for many students it’s the first… Read more » about Making the most out of your first term at Uni
Studying Archaeology at BU
Thinking about a degree in Archaeology? Felise and Kate tell us what they really love about their Archaeology degrees whilst showing us some of the amazing artefacts found by BU students on digs. They talk placements, great tutors, favourite units and much more!
The BU Music Scholarship enabled me to pursue my studies and my passion
This is guest blog by current student Ed Parker, studying BSc (Hons) Adult Nursing. As a youngster, I invested thousands of hours into developing my musical skills, and performed at a high level. When I made a career change and decided to go back to university to study nursing, I was concerned I would not have the time or… Read more » about The BU Music Scholarship enabled me to pursue my studies and my passion
Shouting about BU on social media
Before coming to Uni, I decided to apply for the position of Student Ambassador, and I was very excited when I got accepted. From my own experience, I know how great it is to hear from other international students and learn about their experiences studying in a different country, and I really want to help… Read more » about Shouting about BU on social media
Living in hospital accommodation v living in halls as a health and social care student
This is a guest blog by current student Marie Drayton who studies BSc (Hons) Adult Nursing and Lucy Biggs who studies BSc (Hons) Mental Health Nursing. – Marie Drayton Studying while living in Bournemouth hospital accommodation has been a really positive experience for me. I’ve not had to worry about moving every year, and because… Read more » about Living in hospital accommodation v living in halls as a health and social care student
What is UCAS Extra and how do I use it?
Have you used all your UCAS choices for university and still don’t have any offers? Luckily, you’re reading this blog – I’m going to explain everything you have to know about UCAS Extra and adding an extra university option. SO take a deep breath, relax -all will be ok I promise! What makes me… Read more » about What is UCAS Extra and how do I use it?
My journey into Higher Education
Sometimes your plans for when you finish school or college don’t quite work out. You might change your mind, discover a different option, not quite achieve the grades you need, the list goes on. Maybe you were thinking about an apprenticeship? Maybe you want to go travelling? Watch my vlog to hear my story and… Read more » about My journey into Higher Education
How to make friends in your seminar group
So you’ve just arrived at uni, and you’re thrown into your first “proper” session of work, where it feels more like school in a classroom with uncomfortable chairs and a whiteboard at the head of the class. Around the room you are surrounded with unfamiliar faces and you have no idea where to sit, who… Read more » about How to make friends in your seminar group









