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Interview with an Operating Department Practice student

We interviewed current student Josephine to find out more about her experience as an Operating Department Practice student so far…… Why did you choose to study ODP at BU? I chose to study Operating Department Practice at BU because of the new facilities that we have available to us and that the lecturers are current… Read more » about Interview with an Operating Department Practice student

Why I chose BU!

Choosing Bournemouth University (BU) was a pivotal decision in my educational and career journey, driven by my desire to acquire a diverse skill set that would enhance both my degree in Media Production and my future career prospects. I sought a university that not only offered relevant academic modules but also provided a vibrant extracurricular… Read more » about Why I chose BU!

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Operating Department Practice – what is it and why study it?

Current student Kesiah tells us all about life being a Operating Department Practice student at BU and helps us understand what the role involves. Why did you choose to study ODP at BU? I originally picked nursing when I went to university but I was always interested in eventually working in theatres but didn’t know… Read more » about Operating Department Practice – what is it and why study it?

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Operating Department Practice – current student Emily’s POV

Emily is currently studying BSc (Hons) Operating Department Practice at Bournemouth University.   Here we asked her a series of questions to find out more about her course, placement experience and life in theatres…… Why did you choose to study ODP at BU? I love Bournemouth as a place, but the Uni has great facilities for… Read more » about Operating Department Practice – current student Emily’s POV

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MA Social Work student perspectives

Hear from students on the MA Social Work course at BU about their experiences of university life. Tolu I am a 1st year MA Social work Student at BU. I came to the University last September and it has been an amazing time for me. Obviously it has not been easy to juggle school work… Read more » about MA Social Work student perspectives

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My time as a student midwife at Bournemouth University

Moving three hours away from home to live in a new town, barely 18, and to start studying Midwifery was very daunting, to say the least. However, if I had the opportunity to tell myself how incredible my time at University has been, all my worries would have been diminished. Starting university is a universally… Read more » about My time as a student midwife at Bournemouth University

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Volunteering in Uganda through the Turing Scheme funding at BU

My name is Macy Patten, I am 21 and heading into my third year at Bournemouth University where I study BA (Hons) History. The social, cultural, and people-focused modules really interested me, and learning to understand people and society more deeply was something I knew would benefit me personally and professionally in some capacity. Additionally,… Read more » about Volunteering in Uganda through the Turing Scheme funding at BU

My experience of living in Halls as a Nursing student

My name is Tibaaga Stacey. I am a second-year student nurse. I once lived in the Cranbourne House Halls, which had a mix of healthcare students and other students completing different courses. My flat consisted of seven ensuite rooms with a shared kitchen. The contracts ranged from 40 weeks to 41 weeks, 42 weeks to… Read more » about My experience of living in Halls as a Nursing student

My journey to BU as an international student was tough yet motivating and rewarding (part 2.)

This is a guest blog by Yaw Preko (MBA) Master’s of Business Administration Navigating the intricacies of the visa application process and arranging travel tickets presented significant hurdles on my path to studying abroad. With limited knowledge about these procedures, I sought assistance from a trusted agent, adding to the already substantial financial burden of… Read more » about My journey to BU as an international student was tough yet motivating and rewarding (part 2.)

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My work abroad experience in Vietnam

I’m Louis, a 21-year-old final-year Business and Management student at BU entering my final year, I knew that I wanted to say ‘yes’ to everything and really make the most out of the opportunities presented to me. When I received the email from BU informing me of the Vietnamese placement opportunity, I knew that it… Read more » about My work abroad experience in Vietnam

The benefits of part-time work for international students

As international students, starting university in a new country brings not only academic challenges but also the need to navigate financial responsibilities. One area that many of us explore to support our living expenses and gain experience is part-time work. University Support: The university recognises the importance of part-time work for international students and offers… Read more » about The benefits of part-time work for international students

How the accreditations on the Multimedia Journalism course aid your employability

The Multimedia course at Bournemouth University is accredited by three industry-recognised bodies that help boost your employability. In this blog, I’m going to go through what they are and what they mean for you studying this course and your future in Journalism. When studying Multimedia Journalism at BU, one of the accreditations that you are… Read more » about How the accreditations on the Multimedia Journalism course aid your employability