My scholarship story: BU Dean’s Scholarship – School of Tourism (International)

My name is Chanunya Boontosang, I’m 28 years old and I come from Thailand. I was awarded a BU Dean’s Scholarship – School of Tourism and therefore received a 50% deduction from my tuition fee to study MSc Events Marketing. This has such a massive impact for me! I first heard about this scholarship from a study… Read more » about My scholarship story: BU Dean’s Scholarship – School of Tourism (International)

The Academic Scholarship (EU)

My name is Sophie, I am 23 years old and I am originally from France. I received the BU Academic Scholarship (EU) to help me to do a Master’s degree in Hotel and Food Service Management. My academic pathway has been a long search for what I really want to do. After my French A-levels,… Read more » about The Academic Scholarship (EU)

Why you should apply for a scholarship

It gives me great pleasure to be able to write this blog post, for being awarded the BU Vice-Chancellor’s Most Promising Applicant (BTEC) scholarship. In my opinion anyone can go to university, but what makes you stand out is the interesting things you can add to your CV. For me, Bournemouth was one of the… Read more » about Why you should apply for a scholarship

My scholarship story

When I read the news that I had been awarded the scholarship for most promising student from an Access to HE qualification I was overwhelmed. For me, getting to university itself was an accomplishment I was never sure I would achieve. Although I had a decent education, through my adolescent years, it is fair to… Read more » about My scholarship story

Work hard, play harder: my Sport Scholarship

BU Sports Scholarships are available to both undergraduate and postgraduate students. Phil Smith, a postgraduate student, tells us his scholarship story… It’s never an easy process choosing which university to attend, and I’m still not sure whether basing your decision mostly around sports helps ease the process or makes it harder. While it helps to… Read more » about Work hard, play harder: my Sport Scholarship

Work hard, play harder: my Sport Scholarship

It’s never an easy process choosing which university to attend, and I’m still not sure whether basing your decision mostly around sports helps ease the process or makes it harder. While it helps to narrow down the options, it also adds another element which has to be factored into all decisions. Thinking back to January… Read more » about Work hard, play harder: my Sport Scholarship

The BU Academic Excellence Scholarship

I’m going to be talking about the BU Academic Excellence Scholarship. It’s a scholarship worth £1,500 that’s given out to all students who achieve ABB or above at A-level or Distinction, Distinction, Merit or above in BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma. (As always, do check the terms and conditions!) There’s an unlimited amount of scholarships… Read more » about The BU Academic Excellence Scholarship

Scholarships: how they apply to you, without you having to apply for them!

Lowri Roberts talks about scholarships at Bournemouth University and how she no longer has any postgraduate funding worries… Here at BU, they do all they can to help you, whether it’s advice on your work, accommodation or with your finances. One of the most daunting aspects of postgraduate study for many of us is the… Read more » about Scholarships: how they apply to you, without you having to apply for them!

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From Bolivia to Bournemouth University: my Chevening journey

There are dreams that live quietly inside us for years. Dreams that feel too big, too far away, too expensive, too unrealistic. For me, studying in the United Kingdom was one of them. Growing up in Bolivia, I always believed in education as a powerful tool both to build a career and to transform lives…. Read more » about From Bolivia to Bournemouth University: my Chevening journey

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Women in Cyber Security Studentship recipient shares her journey

ESET, a global leader in digital security, continues its commitment to supporting the next generation of cyber security professionals through its £5,000 plus hardware package Women in Cyber Security Studentship. This year’s recipient Lorraine, a first-year BU student passionate about protecting digital frontiers, has shared how the scholarship is helping her shape her future in… Read more » about Women in Cyber Security Studentship recipient shares her journey

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Beyond Your Degree – what can I do aside from my degree during my time at BU?

Hi, my name is Li and I’m a second year Software Engineering student. I’ve not been at BU long but I’ve already done quite a few things both for the university and for myself. In this blog, I want to showcase things you can get involved with beyond your degree while you study here.  … Read more » about Beyond Your Degree – what can I do aside from my degree during my time at BU?

Managing Tuition Fees: My Journey as an International Student

Navigating tuition fees as an international student can be a daunting task, especially when you’re managing everything on your own. As a mature student who started university at 23, I’ve learned a lot about balancing finances while trying to make the most out of my university experience. Here’s a glimpse into my journey and some… Read more » about Managing Tuition Fees: My Journey as an International Student