Right about now, you may have received a few invitations to an interview or an assessment centre. This was something I had never even heard of before I started searching for placements, and if that’s you too, then you may feel as though you are about to be pushed into the deep end of the… Read more » about It’s Assessment Centre and Interview Season: Here’s How To Succeed
Deciding what University to go to can be tough, it’s such a big decision and there are so many things to think about! In this blog I will explain how I made my decision and the things I did to make the process easier. My top tips: Do your research – It is so important… Read more » about Things to consider when choosing which University to go to
Placements bridge academic learning and real-world application, providing professional experience and developing practical skills. As a Media Production student, gaining hands-on experience was vital in shaping my career, allowing me to explore a new sector and grow professionally. My Placement Experience I worked as a Community Engagement Intern for a small charity focused on health… Read more » about From Classroom to Career: My Placement Year Experience
Over a year ago, I began my placement year as a Disney+ Production Management Intern at the EMEA Disney Head Office in London & it’s now been two months since I said farewell to the Haus of Mouse! Firstly, what is a placement year? A placement year is when you take a year out of… Read more » about My Disney Placement Year: A Year Later
Registered Nursing Degree apprentice, Amy has shared her experiences of studying at BU below: The Registered Nursing Degree Apprenticeship (RNDA) was a no brainer for me as it was a fantastic opportunity to work and study with also receiving a salary. It takes off the financial pressure of being a student with also having the… Read more » about Being a Registered Nursing Degree Apprentice
We chatted to 2nd year student Abbie about life, learning and placements whilst studying to become an Operating Department Practitioner at BU. Why did you choose to study ODP at BU? The fantastic and modern facilities and the layout of course placements compare to other universities. What was your favourite placement so far and why?… Read more » about Why study Operating Department Practice at BU?
Choosing Bournemouth University (BU) was a pivotal decision in my educational and career journey, driven by my desire to acquire a diverse skill set that would enhance both my degree in Media Production and my future career prospects. I sought a university that not only offered relevant academic modules but also provided a vibrant extracurricular… Read more » about Why I chose BU!
Current student Kesiah tells us all about life being a Operating Department Practice student at BU and helps us understand what the role involves. Why did you choose to study ODP at BU? I originally picked nursing when I went to university but I was always interested in eventually working in theatres but didn’t know… Read more » about Operating Department Practice – what is it and why study it?
Emily is currently studying BSc (Hons) Operating Department Practice at Bournemouth University. Here we asked her a series of questions to find out more about her course, placement experience and life in theatres…… Why did you choose to study ODP at BU? I love Bournemouth as a place, but the Uni has great facilities for… Read more » about Operating Department Practice – current student Emily’s POV
My name is Macy Patten, I am 21 and heading into my third year at Bournemouth University where I study BA (Hons) History. The social, cultural, and people-focused modules really interested me, and learning to understand people and society more deeply was something I knew would benefit me personally and professionally in some capacity. Additionally,… Read more » about Volunteering in Uganda through the Turing Scheme funding at BU
As international students, starting university in a new country brings not only academic challenges but also the need to navigate financial responsibilities. One area that many of us explore to support our living expenses and gain experience is part-time work. University Support: The university recognises the importance of part-time work for international students and offers… Read more » about The benefits of part-time work for international students
As an international student, I was drawn to pursue higher education in the United Kingdom due to the variety of opportunities it offers. When weighing my options, several factors stood out to me, ultimately leading me to choose a UK university. First, societies and extracurricular activities offered at UK universities was incredibly appealing. From cultural… Read more » about Studying in the UK as an international student: Is it worth it?
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