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
Making the most of your Open Day
Think about all the questions you have about coming to university and make sure you ask us – if you want more information about the course, our accommodation, the applications process, or anything else about coming to uni, we’ve got people here who can help. Plan your day – if you’ve registered for our Open… Read more » about Making the most of your Open Day
I came to BU through Clearing…
By Emma Craig 3rd year BU student, BA (Hons) Events and Leisure Marketing I had always wanted to go to university since I started college as I realised how many doors it could open for me. I started college with 4 A-Levels, Health and Social Care, Maths, Human Biology and Sport but after my first… Read more » about I came to BU through Clearing…
Why do a placement?
By Cassie Melrose BU Graduate, BA (Hons) Retail Management Having a placement year was one of the main things that attracted me to Retail Management at Bournemouth Uni. I, along with many of my peers, wanted to work as a buyer in a retail fashion head office and knew how competitive roles like this were…. Read more » about Why do a placement?
Being a student ambassador
By Michelle Lillywhite 1st year BU Student, BA (Hons) Social Work When I enrolled at the University in September 2012 I was looking for ways to get involved in university life in addition to the academic side and the social scene. I discovered a stand at the Fresher’s Fair all about being an ambassador and… Read more » about Being a student ambassador
Lansdowne Campus
Lansdowne Campus mainly houses our School of Health & Social Care as well as postgraduate Business & Management students. This campus is made up of several buildings which all have individual facilities that aid students’ study. Bournemouth House is the hub of Lansdowne Campus. The library provides access to extensive up-to-date resources where subject specialist… Read more » about Lansdowne Campus
The Story so far of a mature student….
By Michelle Lillywhite 1st year BU Student, BA (Hons) Social Work So when I decided at 35 that my career was going nowhere and that without a Social Work degree I wouldn’t be able to progress any further I took a good hard look at myself and knew what the answer was – get a… Read more » about The Story so far of a mature student….
Meeting New People
By Bradley Ransom 2nd year BU Student, BA (Hons) Business Studies Before starting University I often thought hard about how things would work out when I got there. I went travelling after finishing my A-levels and moved into a flat in a BU Halls of Residence, Chesil House (2nd newest halls of residence in Bournemouth)… Read more » about Meeting New People
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
Top 5 things askBU were asked this week
Health and Social Care Mini Open Day If you haven’t quite made up your mind which Health and Social Care course is right for you and would like to visit BU to find out more, we’ll be holding a Mini Open Day at our Lansdowne Campus on Wednesday 13 February. You’ll have the opportunity to… Read more » about Top 5 things askBU were asked this week
What have we got for you?
For any one who has visited our Talbot Campus recently, you will have seen the extensive works taking place to rejuvenate our facilities and the campus. It’s going to look amazing for the start of term! Our IT facilities are currently being upgraded so our computers will be quicker, the programmes more up-to-date, and the… Read more » about What have we got for you?
Ten Top Tips to making the most out of your Open Day
Hi, I’m Dan and I work in the Digital Communications Team. Now that we know each other better I thought I’d give you ten (well, 12, actually) top tips to help you make the most out of the Open Days that we’re holding tomorrow and Saturday. Think about all the questions you have about coming… Read more » about Ten Top Tips to making the most out of your Open Day
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