How to spend your last year before uni

I am sure there are hundreds of ‘to do lists’ floating around your news feed about what you need to complete before attending uni. Don’t worry, I’ll not swamp you with too much info. I will list my top four things I think you should try to do before you get here. Let’s get to… Read more » about How to spend your last year before uni

Your top questions

It’s been another busy week for the askBU team. You’ve been asking all sorts of questions, from asking about our Open Days to finding out about scholarships. Here are some answers to your top questions…   I’m interested in studying a foundation course at BU, can you help? We offer a range of foundation degrees,… Read more » about Your top questions

My first year studying Events Management

Since I’ve been at BU I’ve learnt so many transferable skills. It’s amazing that in one year I have grown so much as a person and I am now confident in my career path. The decision to study Events Management has to be one of the best decisions I’ve made, the course is the perfect… Read more » about My first year studying Events Management

BU student one step closer to Olympic dream

Phil Smith represented England in the Beach Volleyball Continental Cup in Turkey helping to secure a place in the next round of Olympic Games qualifiers. An MSc Sports Management student and sportBU staff member, Phil was part of the four-man England Beach Volleyball Squad who competed in the European Volleyball Confederation (CEV) Continental Cup round three… Read more » about BU student one step closer to Olympic dream

What are you asking?

Lots of you are asking about applications, Clearing and applying for September 2015, so here are some answers to your top questions! 1. I’ve been made a conditional offer to study at BU this September, but would like to take a gap year, please could I defer to 2016? You may be able to defer your… Read more » about What are you asking?

Your top five questions

Some are making final university choices, while others are just starting to explore uni options. Here are your top five questions this week: 1. I’m an international student and have been awarded the Academic Excellence Scholarship. Does accepting it reduce my chances of getting other scholarships such as the Commonwealth Scholarship I have also applied for?… Read more » about Your top five questions

Your top questions

1. I’ve been offered a place at BU starting in September 2015. When can I apply for my accommodation? Firstly, congratulations on your offer! You’ll be able to register your interest in accommodation at the end of May. We will email all eligible students as soon as registration is open, with full details of what… Read more » about Your top questions

BU graduate receives prestigious Hospitality Mentoring Award

Bournemouth University graduate Daniele Quattromini has been named as the winner of this year’s Gold Service Scholarship for hospitality award. As winner, he will receive a year’s worth of expert mentoring, where he will work with the Royal Household at a state banquet, visit the vineyards of Champagne and Bordeaux, amongst other things. Quattromini, 25,… Read more » about BU graduate receives prestigious Hospitality Mentoring Award

Reasons to choose BU

Employment rates As much as going to uni is fun, the real reason us students spend our time and money studying is so that we can get on the career ladder. When I was nearing graduation from my undergrad degree at BU the worldwide financial crisis had already reared its ugly head, but my BA… Read more » about Reasons to choose BU

How did I get a year’s free tuition?

Applying for the BU Vice-Chancellor’s Most Promising Female STEM Applicant scholarship was the best decision I made before coming to Bournemouth University. I’ve never been that type of person who always wants to get themselves out there, and I definitely didn’t want to talk or write about myself where it wasn’t absolutely necessary and I… Read more » about How did I get a year’s free tuition?

Finding my forte at BU

Harriet Davis, recipient of a BU Music Scholarship, tells us how she’s making the most of her uni experience… Since starting my degree in Advertising and Marketing at Bournemouth three years ago, I’ve wanted to make the most of my time here by utilising the opportunities available to all students. I have been a keen… Read more » about Finding my forte at BU

Finding my forte at BU

Harriet Davis, recipient of a BU Music Scholarship, tells us how she’s making the most of her uni experience… Since starting my degree in Advertising and Marketing at Bournemouth three years ago, I’ve wanted to make the most of my time here by utilising the opportunities available to all students. I have been a keen… Read more » about Finding my forte at BU