There are many aspects to consider when you are moving to university for the first time or returning for postgraduate study, varying across what accommodation you might be staying in (and what key items to bring) or what might be expected of students in the few months prior to the beginning of the course with… Read more »
Hello there. I’m Alfie, a 23-year-old first year BA (Hons) Multimedia Journalism student. I hope you’re excited to hopefully start your journey here at Bournemouth University soon. It’s just coming to the end of my first year and it’s been a blast so far – I couldn’t recommend BU enough! I’m just going to give you… Read more »
Your experience as an offer holder can feel really daunting. However, it doesn’t have to be! The first thing to remember, is not to feel rushed. If you receive your last offer on or before 19 May 2022, your reply date is 9 June 2022. If you applied later or through ‘Extra’ and your last… Read more »
Going to University is already a huge milestone that you achieve in your life, especially when you choose to move thousand of miles away from your home. Coming to a different country, it’s understandable to feel overwhelmed. From making new friends to adjusting to the weather and the cultures. While at the same time, we… Read more »
Since the lovely weather has started and summer has rolled into full force, Emily and her housemates have gone out exploring yet again and have found some more Bournemouth gems to share with you! We hope you find some new places to explore from this video 🙂 Watch Emily’s other vlog about places to visit.
Coming to university, one thing I couldn’t not do is explore the local coffee shops and brunch spots. As a big brunch fan I had to do my fair share of scouting out the good spots. With a student budget and needing vegetarian friendly options, I have found some fabulous coffee shops and eateries in… Read more »
Hiya! One of the big reasons I chose to come to BU was because of it’s location! There’s so much to do and so many places to explore, in this video I run through some of my favourite spots so hopefully it gets you excited to get outside and explore the local area. Emily 🙂… Read more »
Hiya! With UCAS applications being sent off and offers being sent out by the universities, perhaps you’re struggling to narrow down your choices to your top two universities! Hopefully my video helps you to think about all the things to consider when choosing your uni and gets you excited for this new chapter of your… Read more »
In the past year, I have learned and grown significantly in the UK. Every day to day activity has made an impression on me and how I always compare what I was used to back in India versus how things are different here in the UK. The following are some of the main lessons I… Read more »
Congratulations on getting into Bournemouth University, but what happens now and what do you prepare? Preparing for uni can be much more than just a suitcase full of clothes, there is a range of other things you can do to ensure you feel as ready as you can for uni, and the upcoming summer months… Read more »
Between all the parties and festivals which are often targeted at undergrads, it can be tough as a postgraduate to find nightlife dedicated to us. However, you don’t always have to go to fresher events to have fun. There are lots of great venues around town where you make your night your own. And while… Read more »
Stuck in lockdown with wanderlust? You are not the only one! It’s been three weeks since the UK entered a period of lockdown, which has had a huge impact on all of our lives, especially to all those who had plans over the holidays. However, thanks to the internet, there is a possibility to travel… Read more »
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