Fit and healthy at BU

Hello! My name is Giorgos Kapsanakis. I am from Greece and I am doing my masters in Directing Film and Television at Bournemouth University. Exercising has always been an important part of my life. To succeed on my assignments and projects, I need to keep my body and mind healthy. Luckily, BU has an excellent… Read more » about Fit and healthy at BU

Promoting freedom of choice and equal opportunities

Hi, my name is Sijuade Yusuf from Nigeria and I am studying a master’s in Media and Communication here at Bournemouth University. I belong to an interesting and very active all-female club at BU called the BU Feminist Society. Knowledge promotes equality I decided to join this club primarily because of my passion for promoting… Read more » about Promoting freedom of choice and equal opportunities

Create and a run a society

I am Milla Rasanen from Sweden studying a master’s in  Clinical and Developmental Neuropsychology. Bournemouth University has a lot of clubs and societies to choose from, but if you can’t find one that appeals to you, you can always start your own society. That’s what my friends and I did. We started the Humanist Society… Read more » about Create and a run a society

Watching films and training the mind

I am Kamila Bianchi studying a master’s in 3D Computer Animation here at BU. When I arrived at BU I attended the Fresher’s Fair and joined the Film Society straightaway. After a while, I discovered the Meditation Society on Facebook and decided to join them as well. Help with concentration and focus I never meditated… Read more » about Watching films and training the mind

Try something new and discover new talents

I am Bruna Tolomeli from Brazil studying a master’s in Post Production Editing here at BU since September 2017. Coming from a different country, I was not used to the concept of joining clubs and societies. I found it extremely interesting and decided to do some research about it. Even before coming to Bournemouth, I… Read more » about Try something new and discover new talents

SUBU: Societies, volunteering and the student voice

Obviously university is not all about studying, developing your soft skills and your personality is also important. Here at BU there are lots of opportunities for students to be involved in extracurricular activities and be part of a community with people sharing the same interest. BU has about 100 clubs and societies which all are… Read more » about SUBU: Societies, volunteering and the student voice

SUBU and students

The Students’ Union at Bournemouth University is simply known as SUBU, and it is a key part of BU life. It is also important to every student’s experience over their time here and can make the university experience so much more than just lectures and assignments. The list of stuff SUBU does for students goes… Read more » about SUBU and students

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My top tips for transitioning to university

It can be quite daunting starting university but as a third year student here at Bournemouth these are my top tips to help you feel more prepared and make the most out of your university experience! Before you move to university: Do your research! It’s great to familiarise yourself with the university and what it… Read more » about My top tips for transitioning to university

Embracing the BU community, from start to finish

Being part of the Bournemouth University (BU) community begins when you first apply to be a student, throughout your studies and even after you have graduated. Embarking on my journey at BU, the sense of community began long before arriving as a student. From receiving your application, BU welcomes you into its community, sending emails… Read more » about Embracing the BU community, from start to finish

More than just a course: why should you do extra-curriculars at university??

The start line When I first arrived in Bournemouth, the only thing I knew for certain is that I will study BSc(Hons) Psychology. I did research the Students’ Union before, but I had no idea where I would find friends, what hobbies I’d try and how my first year would look like. So, I joined almost… Read more » about More than just a course: why should you do extra-curriculars at university??

Reflecting on my first year: what would I do differently?

Settling into university life Starting university, you quickly realise that it forces a level of independence and responsibility, which can be a massive change from home and for some students, a newfound sense of freedom. It is easy to get carried away with the late nights and lie-ins. I found that by the first few… Read more » about Reflecting on my first year: what would I do differently?

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Freshers Week: Expectations Vs Reality

One of the highlights for students who join BU every year is Freshers Week! Freshers Week is an opportunity to go out, have fun, take part in activities, and meet new friends! In this blog, I talk about my experience of Freshers Week at BU, including what my expectations were Vs the reality. Before I… Read more » about Freshers Week: Expectations Vs Reality