How to stay safe online

The internet is AMAZING. If you are anything like me then you’re on it all the time! It’s a great platform for opening up opportunities to explore more communities, meet new people and share your own posts and pictures, however, there are so many ways where this freedom you have online can be used against… Read more » about How to stay safe online

What the Academic Excellence Scholarship means to Jakub

This is a guest blog by current student Jakub Benek, studying BSc (Hons) Computing. When I initially applied to Bournemouth University, I hadn’t really looked  into the financial side of things too much. I know Universities have scholarships but many of them you apply for and I hadn’t looked or thought to do that. When… Read more » about What the Academic Excellence Scholarship means to Jakub

Being a BU blogger/vlogger ambassador

Being a BU blogging and vlogging ambassador is definitely one of the best opportunities I have had at uni. Not only does it allow me to fulfil my passion for writing and add to my portfolio for future job applications, but also gives me a chance to earn some money on the side (probably my… Read more » about Being a BU blogger/vlogger ambassador

New Year – How to eat healthy on a budget

The festivities are now over and the student loan has finally dropped but how can we combine trying to eat healthier whilst budgeting for the entire semester? Here are some handy tips: Check for supermarket reductions It’s not always fresh produce that has a short shelf life which can be found reduced but sometimes dented… Read more » about New Year – How to eat healthy on a budget

Studying MSc Events Marketing at BU: it is all about ideas and people

Hello, I am Tsz Kam Yeung from Hong Kong and I am studying MSc Events Marketing. Why Bournemouth University?  There are not many universities that have a combination of events and marketing on their postgraduate courses. Normally, they either have just event management or just marketing. However, the course at BU has fulfilled my interests,… Read more » about Studying MSc Events Marketing at BU: it is all about ideas and people

Keep spending to your budget limits

I’m Sandra Achim from Romania, studying MSc Events Management. Being a student means that there’s always going to be limitations on how you spend your money. Budgeting is very important, but you can still have a social life, enjoy good food, drinks, and many other activities by using student discounts. How can you do this?… Read more » about Keep spending to your budget limits

Live your life the fullest without breaking the bank

My name is Charlotte Tuohy from the USA, studying MSc Tourism Management and Marketing. When you arrive at Bournemouth University, it is such an exciting time, and there will be so much to do. However, it is important to remember to budget your money well, so you can enjoy your entire time here in Bournemouth!… Read more » about Live your life the fullest without breaking the bank

Be prepared to face anything that comes your way

I am Bruna Tolomeli from Brazil studying the MA Post Production Editing. One of my main concerns before coming to Bournemouth was how to eat healthy and socialize with my friends while on a budget. Thankfully, it is not as hard as it seems! Keeping track of your money During my first month in Bournemouth… Read more » about Be prepared to face anything that comes your way

Mo’ Money, Mo’ Problems…!

STUDENT FINANCE! One of the many god sends that helps us get through the year without going (too far) into our overdraft. Well, like most things in life there are pros and cons to everything, allow me to explain. Pro: the fact that you will have large sums of money in your account and can… Read more » about Mo’ Money, Mo’ Problems…!

Money-saving tips!

Hello from Bournemouth! I am Jaime Gorman from Colorado, USA and currently on the MLit English programme at BU. At university, budgeting is very important! One of the best ways to save money is to utilise student discounts. There are many discounts available, but here are the ones that I use the most: Amazon Once… Read more » about Money-saving tips!

Clubs and Societies at BU

Hey guys, its JC again. While doing my Masters in Maritime Archaeology at Bournemouth University, I’ve joined some societies to meet people outside of my course. There are so many clubs and societies to choose from. If you can’t find one that interests you, then you can create one. What’s Out There  There are so… Read more » about Clubs and Societies at BU

Eating, Cooking and Planning your Meals

Hello! I am Jaime from Colorado and on the MLit (Hons) English Programme here at BU. I have found out that eating out can be quite expensive in the UK! Fortunately, it is much cheaper to buy your own groceries and you can save a lot of money by cooking for yourself, which is a… Read more » about Eating, Cooking and Planning your Meals