Representing BU at the IMechE challenge

Jacob Whitelegg is a Mechanical Engineering graduate who took part in the IMechE challenge this year, representing Bournemouth University. In his guest blog, he reflects on the challenge and his time as a student. Tell us about the IMechE challenge. What did you do? I was part of Bournemouth University’s “2nd” year team, known as… Read more » about Representing BU at the IMechE challenge

My Hackathon event experience

During my reading week in the first semester of my second year of studies, I participated in the Bournemouth University X ClickASnap & Teemill Hackathon event, run by the Computing and Informatics department! This was the second Hackathon event I have taken part in, and these events were open to all students within both the… Read more » about My Hackathon event experience

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Everything you need to know about studying Criminology at BU

Studying a Criminology degree at Bournemouth University will broaden your perspective on numerous different topics such as; Terrorism, Modern Slavery, and Organised Crime. During your degree you have opportunities to study abroad, do a variety of work placements, and develop a research-based project surrounding a topic that interests you. Year 1: At Bournemouth University, the… Read more » about Everything you need to know about studying Criminology at BU

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My insights into studying BA (Hons) Events Management and finding a placement you love

This is a guest blog post by Katie Stroud, BA (Hons) Events Management student. I’m Katie, and I am currently working at Live Group as part of my placement whilst studying Events Management at BU. As part of my course, I am required to carry out a 30-week placement with a minimum of 30 hours… Read more » about My insights into studying BA (Hons) Events Management and finding a placement you love

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My favourite assignment as a BSc (Hons) Forensic Investigation student

Ever wondered what we get up to on the BSc (Hons) Forensic Investigation course at BU? In this vlog, I talk about my favourite assignment which involved attending a practice crime scene! It was super practical and I loved it. I hope this vlog excites you to study the BSc (Hons) Forensic Investigation course at… Read more » about My favourite assignment as a BSc (Hons) Forensic Investigation student

Gain tips and insight into the Games course at BU from TIGA Graduate of Year

This guest blog is from Jack Creasy, a BSc (Hons) Games Design graduate and TIGA (The Independent Game Developers’ Association) Graduate of the Year. In this blog, Jack reviews his experience of the course and offers some top tips for prospective students considering our Games courses. What made you choose BU? I attended a Bournemouth… Read more » about Gain tips and insight into the Games course at BU from TIGA Graduate of Year

Speed networking to meet prospective placement employers

Iris Compan del Monte is a BSc (Hons) Cyber Security Management student. She recently attended a placement event to help Computing students meet with potential employers and find out about the roles they have available. In this guest blog, she talks about the experience. Finding the perfect placement can be an exciting but stressful journey,… Read more » about Speed networking to meet prospective placement employers

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Why I love studying Midwifery at the Portsmouth Campus

My name is Harrison and I study Midwifery! My whole life I have been surrounded by inspirational women such as my mother and grandmother who became the main role models and sculpted me into the person I am today. I chose to study midwifery because I am passionate about women’s health; including pregnancy and birth… Read more » about Why I love studying Midwifery at the Portsmouth Campus