With the new academic year in full swing, some of you might already be familiar with SUBU – the Students’ Union at Bournemouth University. From the Trampolining Club to the Bacon Society, there’s certainly something for everyone when it comes to getting involved. As well as hosting a whole range of clubs and societies, SUBU is working hard… Read more » about An introduction to SUBU…
Living with Les Inconnus (The Unknowns)
By Alice Fiancet 1st year BU student, BA (Hons) Multimedia Journalism One of the big things about moving away from home is that you find yourself living with people you don’t know, and that can be scary, but I have the guide to get you through. Tips to get along with your flat mates Try… Read more » about Living with Les Inconnus (The Unknowns)
Arrivals Fortnight
By Alice Fiancet 1st year BU student, BA (Hons) Multimedia Journalism So you have packed all you things up, packed them into the car with your brand new cooking utensils and have taken to the road waving goodbye to whoever isn’t making the trip with you. Now you find yourself in a town that you… Read more » about Arrivals Fortnight
Making the most of moving in
So you’ve applied to your course, sorted out your finances (hopefully) and accommodation, and you are all ready to make the move to postgraduate education. The only thing left is to actually move to Bournemouth and start your studies, which can be a pretty daunting prospect in itself. Most of us have already been… Read more » about Making the most of moving in
All The Little Things…
By Patricia Obawole 2nd year BU Student, LLB (Hons) Law I have always known that I am a person who does love a bit of extra-curricular activities and I have always tried to take part in as much as I can. Unfortunately, this has been put on the back burner now that I am at uni,… Read more » about All The Little Things…
Meeting new people…
By Sanita Lustika Third year BU student, BA (Hons) Digital Media Design There is no reason to worry about meeting new people when you come to university. I know that now, but back when I was about to move to Bournemouth it definitely didn’t feel that way. What I’ve learnt is that Fresher’s is the… Read more » about Meeting new people…
Budgeting Blues
By Sophie Wheeler 1st year BU student, BA (Hons) Scriptwriting for Film and TV A common assumption surrounding students is that we are constantly broke and living off a diet of baked beans and tesco value vodka. And although for some, this may be a reality, it certainly doesn’t have to be. Living on a… Read more » about Budgeting Blues
SUBU what’s in it for you?
What do the following words have in common–a voice for students, advice, fun events/activities, clubs and societies, and Nerve* Media? Students Union at Bournemouth University (aka SUBU) and you (plus the whole of your university career, of course). [To be read in Morgan Freeman’s voice] Here at BU, we like to give you options. Options… Read more » about SUBU what’s in it for you?
To MSc or not to MSc?
Hopefully you’re not yet slipping into a Hamlet-esque soliloquy contemplating whether or not to go into postgraduate study but, since you’re reading this blog post, you’re probably pondering taking the plunge, whether this is into an MSc, an MA, an MBA, or any of the other acronyms denoting a postgraduate qualification! Going into postgraduate study… Read more » about To MSc or not to MSc?
Being in a club or society
By Rebecca White 3rd year BU Student, BSc (Hons) Archaeology University is a great time to try new things and meet new people, so take advantage of everything you can. Membership to most societies is just £5 or less, for the entire year. Many of them run a series of guest lectures or trips, which will… Read more » about Being in a club or society
Endless opportunities
By Penelope Pinder As a postgraduate student doing the MA in Social Work at BUs Lansdowne Campus, I would recommend the course to anyone who has a good work ethic! Postgraduate study is certainly more intense than an undergraduate degree, but personally, I’m enjoying every second. Sometimes I get a little behind on work or… Read more » about Endless opportunities
You Shall go to the Ball…
By Patricia Obawole 2nd year BU Student, LLB (Hons) Law You walk into the ball, long chiffon evening dress swooping the floor creating a regal and sophisticated look. You hear the gasps from the people present at the sheer sight of you. After giving a slight nod at your Law Framework leader, you take the centre… Read more » about You Shall go to the Ball…