By Patricia Obawole 2nd year BU Student, LLB (Hons) Law UNI! UNI! UNI! By now you probably have the word uni spilling out of your ears along with words like “Personal statements,” “UCAS” and “student finance.” However, for some odd, strange reason (which the student population are yet to figure out) you’re still excited. You’re… Read more » about Why Choose BU?
Bournemouth – My First Choice
By Callum Stevens 2nd year BU student, BSc (Hons) Computing I went to many University Open Days and made a list of pros and cons of each University I visited. Choosing which University is for you is an important and personal decision which should not be rushed. When I was looking at Universities that offered my… Read more » about Bournemouth – My First Choice
A January welcome to International Students
By Merna Ghabbour It was September. There was an influx of students from near and far ready to kick off another school year. Some were returning for another year, while others were just preparing for their first year. My journey started in Canada. I know what you’re thinking: I’m a long ways away from home…. Read more » about A January welcome to International Students
SUBU
What is SUBU?… SUBU is basically your voice as a student. Led by Elected Officers who are voted in each year the Union exists to represent you fairly and accurately. It also provides superb advice on a variety of areas which affect students, including academic issues, money, housing and personal problems. Included are over 100… Read more » about SUBU
Life of a student
By Carlyle Collins 1st year BU student, BSc (Hons) Forensic Science At secondary school I was quite an active chap, I was involved in everything. Well not everything, but I did a lot, I played multiple sports and was involved in different societies. Could I possibly manage to maintain this level of involvement and obtain good grades… Read more » about Life of a student
Social Life in Bournemouth
By Cassie Melrose BU Graduate, BA (Hons) Retail Management I cannot speak more highly of Bournemouth as a place to live. There are a number of activities which you can do with friends, from the local tennis courts, to the amazing beach, the aquarium, hundreds of restaurants, cinemas and plenty more. If you like to… Read more » about Social Life in Bournemouth
I wish I had known…
By Patricia Obawole 1st year BU Student, LLB (Hons) Law We have all heard the saying ‘university is going to be the best days of your life’, which is true. However most graduates (and even students who haven’t completed their degrees) will say there are things they wish they had known right at the start when they were… Read more » about I wish I had known…
Choosing your accommodation at BU- A postgraduate view
By Georgia Geddes Postgraduate BU Student, MSc Forensic Osteology When it comes to picking accommodation, a little research goes a long way! First things first, find out which campus your future course is based on. Talbot Campus is the main campus, whilst Lansdowne Campus is right in the heart of Bournemouth. Depending on which one you’re… Read more » about Choosing your accommodation at BU- A postgraduate view
Choosing your University: What I think is great about BU!
By Rebekah Klitgaard 1st year BU Student, BA (Hons) Communication & Media Hi prospective students! I’m Becky, a first year student at Bournemouth University studying BA (Hons) Communication and Media; however, this is not my first time at university. I’ve previously studied at a different university before realising it wasn’t right for me, so applied… Read more » about Choosing your University: What I think is great about BU!
Choosing Your University: things to think about
By Marianne Calnan 3rd year BU student – BA (Hons) English As soon as you turn 16 nowadays, it seems university is all teachers talk about. Whether you decide to go to college, sixth form or enrol on an apprenticeship after year 11, university seems the logical next step for most students. If you’re serious… Read more » about Choosing Your University: things to think about
Choosing your university: How Open Days can really make a difference
By Natalie Smith 2nd Year BU Student, LLB (Hons) Law The most important choice about university is picking the right one. The right university for your best friend might be your worst nightmare, and therefore your choice in university has to reflect you and what you want. But your choice shouldn’t just be based on… Read more » about Choosing your university: How Open Days can really make a difference
A home away from home for an international student
By Valjo Kutt, (Estonia) 1st year BU Student, BSc (Hons) Sports Management Coming to university to study what interests you the most is a step that lots of young people around the world think about. Having the opportunity to apply for five courses through the UK’s Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS) gives you the… Read more » about A home away from home for an international student
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How studying Ecology and Wildlife Conservation at BU took me to work at North Bali Conservation
Presenting at the British Conference of Undergraduate Research
My journey to BU as an international student was tough yet motivating and rewarding (part 2.)
My work abroad experience in Vietnam
My journey to BU as an international student was tough yet motivating and rewarding (part 1.)
Saying yes to study abroad opportunities at university
Tackling accommodation & cost of living as a student in Bournemouth
How I spent five weeks in Fiji through the Turing Scheme funding at BU
The benefits of part-time work for international students
How the accreditations on the Multimedia Journalism course aid your employability