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My take on the role of the Advertising industry in the Climate Crisis

This is a guest blog post written by MA Advertising student Manya Deora. I recently attended a panel discussion hosted by the Media and Communications department at Bournemouth University. The topics presented were discussing the advertising, marketing, and communications industries and if or how they are consciously or unconsciously fostering a culture of consumerism on… Read more » about My take on the role of the Advertising industry in the Climate Crisis

A group of men and women dressed in colourful clothing are standing on a pathway with trees around them and a green fence stands on the right hand side of the image. A male wearing an orange shirt to the left side of the image is holding a water bottle and a female wearing a green shirt to the right hand side of the image is holding a camera.

My placement experience in India

This is a guest blog by Velvet Johnson, who is studying BSc (Hons) Nutrition. Hi, I’m Velvet. I just turned 20 this summer and I’m currently in my third year studying a BSc in Nutrition at Bournemouth University. I chose to study here because the modules within the Nutrition Course looked varied and interesting and… Read more » about My placement experience in India

Students in hazmat suits in a forest at a practice crime scene

Studying Forensic Investigation as a mature student

In his guest blog, Stephen Sulpy, a BSc (Hons) Forensic Investigation student talks about what it’s like to study as a mature student. Tell us a bit about yourself and the course you study I’m a 30 year old mature student with three children. I’m studying Forensic Investigation at BU. Prior to coming onto the… Read more » about Studying Forensic Investigation as a mature student

Emily at a charity gala during her internship year

Emily’s internship as a Digital Content Specialist

This is a guest blog written by Emily Davis, studying BA Hons) Marketing Communications with Advertising at Bournemouth University. Emily is currently completing a placement year at Stanley, Black and Decker as a Digital Content Specialist Intern. I work within the Digital & E-commerce team, reporting to the Social Media Manager for UK & ROI…. Read more » about Emily’s internship as a Digital Content Specialist

Are you looking to study Nutrition at BU?

After I finished my education back in India, I decided to put an end to studying and start making money. I did that for three years until I realised that, personally, for me, being a student is a lot more fun and rewarding than having to meet monthly targets. That’s when I looked out for… Read more » about Are you looking to study Nutrition at BU?

Student blogger Chiedozie and Law Society President Lubna Shuja pose for a photo

Chiedozie’s experience with guest speaker Lubna Shuja

This is a guest blog post written by Postgraduate Public International Law student Chiedozie Chukwujiuba Nwagu. I arrived at the Executive Business Centre on Wednesday 8 February in anticipation of guest speaker Lubna Shuja, upon my arrival I found an exciting atmosphere filled with a degree of suspense from the networking audience. On Lubna’s arrival,… Read more » about Chiedozie’s experience with guest speaker Lubna Shuja

Zayn’s first semester studying Photography

This is a guest blog written by Zayn, studying BA (Hons) Photography. This was my first semester studying BA (Hons) Photography, I have been enjoying the course and the different aspects of photography it has introduced me to. So far, we’ve covered a range of topics from the history and philosophy of photography to practical… Read more » about Zayn’s first semester studying Photography

Kage standing in front of a screen whilst in a PAL session

My experience of being a PAL leader

Hiya. I’m a PAL (Peer Assisted Learning) Leader, which essentially means I support my fellow students in their first-year. Watch my vlog to hear all about what the role involves and, if you’ve not yet started your uni journey, you’ll see what help is available when you get here! 🙂

My placement year as a student sports therapist in football

This is a guest blog by Leah Jordan-Cooper, who is studying BSc (Hons) Sports Therapy. My name is Leah, and I am currently on my sandwich placement year as a Sports Therapy student at semi-professional football club, Swindon Supermarine FC. I’ve known since an early age that I wanted to work in sports. I knew… Read more » about My placement year as a student sports therapist in football

My placement experience with the British Gymnasts Strategies & Planning Team

We asked BSc (Hons) Sport & Exercise Science student Jessica Clarke a few questions about her placement and experience studying at BU. Read on to find out more. What’s your placement like and how did you find your placement? My placement is with the British Gymnasts Strategies and Planning team and I found this placement… Read more » about My placement experience with the British Gymnasts Strategies & Planning Team

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A mature student’s perspective on Adult Nursing and international placements

Liesa is a final year BSc (Hons) Adult Nursing student. She took the opportunity to visit Tanzania as part of a 4 week international placement and answered a few questions to tell us about her experiences both on placement and studying Adult Nursing at Bournemouth University.  1.  Tell us a bit about yourself and the… Read more » about A mature student’s perspective on Adult Nursing and international placements