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

From beginning to end – final year student

By Marianne Calnan 3rd year BU student, BA (Hons) English University can be an intimidating, daunting step to take in a young person’s life to say the least. Once you’ve narrowed down your university choice, accommodation selection and packed your bags, there’s nothing left to do but travel to your home for the next three… Read more » about From beginning to end – final year student

An author in the making – a BU students journey

By Louise Jones 1st year BU student, BA (Hons) English I had just turned 16 when I started blogging. Not for any particular reason, I was just…bored. My brother was probably hogging the TV, I probably couldn’t be bothered to do my homework, and 140 characters probably wasn’t enough for the rubbish coming out of… Read more » about An author in the making – a BU students journey

Bournemouth- Life’s A Beach and So Much More

By Marianne Calnan 3rd year BU student, BA (Hons) English My name’s Marianne Calnan and I’m currently a third year student at Bournemouth University studying English within the Media School.  There’re so many things about Bournemouth to love and it’s not just the uni’s fantastic reputation with many professional industries, a lively night out and… Read more » about Bournemouth- Life’s A Beach and So Much More

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

Student Loans…

Everyone has heard about the changes to student finance this year, and you may be worrying about this will affect you when considering studying at University. Please do not worry, the principle of getting a Tuition fee loan remains unchanged. Student Finance England provide financial support for students in Higher education, and the main options… Read more » about Student Loans…

Life in Bournemouth

With all exams finally over, we are starting to think about how we can spend our rainy summer this year! We all know that Bournemouth and Poole have great beaches, and there is always so much happening in the area it’s no wonder that so many graduates stay here once they’ve finished their course. Throughout… Read more » about Life in Bournemouth