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A mature fish out of water – my undergrad experience as a mature student

If you’re anything like me, you find yourself watching a video for a moment too long on social media, and suddenly you are part of that algorithm… for me, it was Gary Vaynerchuck, better known on his socials as Gary Vee. Before I knew it, I was being screamed at in a high-pitched voice about… Read more » about A mature fish out of water – my undergrad experience as a mature student

How I eat healthy and delicious food, while on a budget!

Buying and making food while at university is often very daunting. How do I know if this is cooked? What do I need to have on my plate to eat healthily? How much is this going to cost?! All of these questions appeared in my mind when I started university. So, to help you out,… Read more » about How I eat healthy and delicious food, while on a budget!

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3 things I did before uni and 3 things I wish I’d done

The summer before starting university can be everything from confusing to exciting to scary. It’s easy to get overwhelmed, so here are the three things I did before uni and the three things I wish I’d done. 1. Get your finances sorted. It’s important to research the cost of tuition, accommodation, and living expenses so… Read more » about 3 things I did before uni and 3 things I wish I’d done

Student Joyce on location filming as a part of her studies

Joyce’s key takeaways from BU graduate Will Stone’s visit

This is a guest blog written by Joyce, a 2nd year BA (Hons) Media Production student. Joyce recently attended a talk with BU graduate Will Stone. Here’s what she had to say about her experience.  On Friday 31 March, BU graduate Will Stone was invited to come in to deliver a talk on Talbot Campus…. Read more » about Joyce’s key takeaways from BU graduate Will Stone’s visit

BA Media Production Student, Jess is on location filming as part of her degree

My experience working with local companies

This is a guest post written by Jess Miller, a second-year BA (Hons) Media Production Student. Read about her experience in the Client & Audience unit – a chance for students to work with local businesses or charities. In this unit, we gain real-world experience of what it is like to work with a client… Read more » about My experience working with local companies

My placement experience with the ResLife team and setting up my own business

This is a guest blog post by current student George Merritt studying BA (Hons) Media Production.  Placement Company: ResLifeBU Placement Job Title: ResLifeBU Digital Content Creator LinkedIn account link: https://www.linkedin.com/in/george-merritt-a5862b175/ One of the most exciting prospects of studying at BU in Media Production was having the opportunity to take a sandwich-placement year in industry. Before… Read more » about My placement experience with the ResLife team and setting up my own business

My placement year at InterNations in Munich, Germany

This is a guest blogger post by current student Natalia Ceballos, studying BA (Hons) Media Production. Hi! My name is Natalia and I recently completed a placement abroad at InterNations GmbH as a Public Relations Intern. Placement Search First of all, if I had to describe the placement search using three words, I would say:… Read more » about My placement year at InterNations in Munich, Germany

Placement experience inspiration for final year projects and direction for graduating

This is a guest blog post by current student Megan Voice, studying BA (Hons) Media Production who secured a B2B Marketing Associate role at Lenovo. Megan Voice: https://www.linkedin.com/in/megan-voice-media-production-marketing/ The three words to describe my placement search would be challenging, daunting and informative. The three words to describe my placement experience would be valuable, varied and… Read more » about Placement experience inspiration for final year projects and direction for graduating

Giggs Lee’s placement experience

This is a guest blog post by current student Giggs Lee, studying BA (Hons) Media Production.  Placement Company: Picniq Ltd Placement Job Title: Social Media Intern Three words to describe your placement search: Challenging, Rewarding, Competitive Three words to describe your placement: Eye-opening, Educational, Fun What were the hardest aspect of your placement? The hardest… Read more » about Giggs Lee’s placement experience

Meditation Podcast

I am 1st year BA (HONS) Media Production student. As my mother is a certificated yoga instructor, I’ve been doing yoga for 3 years. After I start doing Yoga, I met with another technique called “Reiki” which is a Japanese technique for reducing stress and relaxation that also promotes healing and I got my certificate… Read more » about Meditation Podcast

Ashleigh’s placement year at Baldwins Travel

This is a blog post from current student Ashleigh Ridler studying BA (Hons) Media Production. I study Media Production and my placement is in the marketing department of Baldwins Travel, an award winning independent travel agency with branches across Kent and Sussex, my office is in Tunbridge Wells, above the flagship store. I’m currently writing… Read more » about Ashleigh’s placement year at Baldwins Travel