BU graduate receives prestigious Hospitality Mentoring Award

Bournemouth University graduate Daniele Quattromini has been named as the winner of this year’s Gold Service Scholarship for hospitality award. As winner, he will receive a year’s worth of expert mentoring, where he will work with the Royal Household at a state banquet, visit the vineyards of Champagne and Bordeaux, amongst other things. Quattromini, 25,… Read more » about BU graduate receives prestigious Hospitality Mentoring Award

BAFTA Q&A: Interstellar winner Andy Lockley

Andy Lockley graduated from Bournemouth University in 2000 and his career has gone from strength to strength ever since. Andy works at visual effects house Double Negative where he has worked on films like The Dark Knight, Hot Fuzz and the Harry Potter franchise. Andy was on stage at the Oscar’s in 2012 accepting the Best… Read more » about BAFTA Q&A: Interstellar winner Andy Lockley

My scriptwriting journey so far…

Before starting my Scriptwriting MA I worked at Gothenburg Film Studios. I always knew I wanted to be a scriptwriter and decided to enrol on the Master’s in Scriptwriting at Bournemouth University. During the Master’s itself, I wrote numerous scripts that were made by the Media School. I also met a Director, for whom I wrote many scripts…. Read more » about My scriptwriting journey so far…

Ten things I’ve learnt so far

When I get asked about the things I’ve learnt about through my postgraduate degree it’s mostly to do with the course I’m studying. My course is very simple to explain but being a Master’s student is a whole new learning curve in itself. So I have compiled a list of 10 things I have learnt… Read more » about Ten things I’ve learnt so far

BU Business Studies graduate wins prize from Condor Ferries

A recent BA (Hons) Business Studies with Finance graduate has received a student prize from Condor Ferries for the best assignment looking into greenhouse gases. Christina, who collected her £500 award at her graduation ceremony in November, received the prize for her assignment looking into the measuring and reporting of greenhouse gases. She said: “The assignment… Read more » about BU Business Studies graduate wins prize from Condor Ferries

Should I stay or should I go: commuting to university.

Media School student Alice White talks about commuting to BU and how nothing will stop her enjoying the Bournemouth social scene… Postgraduate study is no doubt hard work. When I committed to studying at Bournemouth University my mind was initially focused on sorting out the finances, books, and deciding which colour laptop protector would best match… Read more » about Should I stay or should I go: commuting to university.

Why I chose BU

When it comes to selecting a university, it’s never an easy decision to make. You’ve finally got yourself prepared for those difficult A-levels and now you’re being asked to think even further into your future – you’re still not even sure whether your English skills trump your Science skills! Having to choose just one subject… Read more » about Why I chose BU

How I funded my Master’s Degree

I find it very difficult to talk about money. Whether it’s a matter of pride, or wanting to remain independent, money can be a sticky subject to tackle. When I decided to embark on a Master’s degree I wasn’t 100% sure how it would be affordable. After weeks of searching online I found some possible… Read more » about How I funded my Master’s Degree

BU Master’s student directing feature film in Italy and UK

Bournemouth University student Norman Gregory, who has just completed his MA Directing Digital Film and Television, has been in Italy’s Tuscany directing his first feature film ‘A Reason to Leave’. Film and Television stars Claire King (Emmerdale, Footballer’s Wives) and Mark Wingett (The Bill) take the leading roles in Gregory’s directorial debut. Cast and crew… Read more » about BU Master’s student directing feature film in Italy and UK

BU graduate who wrote & directed feature film back to give advice

A Scriptwriting graduate who has since gone on to write and direct his own successful feature film was back at BU to share his advice and experiences with current students. Ben Cookson – who graduated from the BA (Hons) Scriptwriting for Film and Television  degree course in 2006 – wrote and directed Almost Married, a… Read more » about BU graduate who wrote & directed feature film back to give advice