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Everything there is to know about undergraduate student finance for 2024 entry

Our Future Students Enquiry Team advisers are foundations of knowledge and every so often we ask them to share their top tips on key topics. Here’s their latest blog about all things student finance for undergraduate students. What financial help can I get? Tuition Fee Loans to cover the full cost of your course. This… Read more » about Everything there is to know about undergraduate student finance for 2024 entry

Five ways to spend less in Bournemouth

Five ways I spend less in Bournemouth

Bournemouth is a beautiful city for the adventurous. Filled with indoor and outdoor activities. It is difficult to not engage in activities across the seasons. Apart from tourism, Bournemouth is also known for its numerous high-quality educational platforms. Every year, thousands of students from all parts of the world begin their education journey. Navigating this… Read more » about Five ways I spend less in Bournemouth

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How BU’s postgraduate financial support helped me against every student’s worst enemy

Some students prefer to stay at the same university after their undergraduate degree and advance to postgraduate study, and I was no different. However, one of any student’s major worries is, “How am I going to pay for this?”. Having enough money and finding ways to spend less money has always been a part of… Read more » about How BU’s postgraduate financial support helped me against every student’s worst enemy

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My 7 reasons to study at BU!

Hey guys, I’ve put this vlog together about my top 7 reasons to study at BU in my vlog below! Here’s a rundown of the 7 reasons: Great transportation links Bournemouth has so much open area to explore Bursaries & scholarships Opportunities to try something new Large student community Placement opportunities Sustainability

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Navigating university life: My BU-tiful Journey at Bournemouth University

Hello everyone! My name is Osher, and I am a 2nd year Computer Animation Technical Arts student. As an international student in the United Kingdom, it was both exciting and challenging to begin my journey. From the very beginning, my goal was not just to attain a degree but to create an experience that would… Read more » about Navigating university life: My BU-tiful Journey at Bournemouth University

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3 things I did before uni and 3 things I wish I’d done

The summer before starting university can be everything from confusing to exciting to scary. It’s easy to get overwhelmed, so here are the three things I did before uni and the three things I wish I’d done. 1. Get your finances sorted. It’s important to research the cost of tuition, accommodation, and living expenses so… Read more » about 3 things I did before uni and 3 things I wish I’d done

Why BU?

Follow us on Instagram for more news and international student stories! You are probably contemplating attending Bournemouth University. Well, this is your sign to make BU your academic institute of choice and have the best years of your academic life. Still in doubt? no worries. Let me walk you through how I made my decision. Why did… Read more » about Why BU?

The Ultimate Terminology Guide For International Students

            Applying to universities in a foreign country can be an overwhelming experience, especially when it comes to understanding the various terminologies and jargon used in the application process.   This is especially true for international students applying to universities in the UK, where the terms can often be quite… Read more » about The Ultimate Terminology Guide For International Students

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UCAS Made Easy: A Quick Guide to UK University Applications

In today’s interconnected world, more and more students are choosing to pursue their higher education in the UK, but are confused about how to apply to universities in the UK. UCAS – what is it?  The UCAS form is an essential component of the application process for universities in the UK, and therefore it is essential… Read more » about UCAS Made Easy: A Quick Guide to UK University Applications

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Combining my passion for sport and academic ambitions at BU

This is a guest blog by Zechariah Johnson, a student at BU studying MSc Data Science and AI, who also plays volleyball through the BU Sport Scholarship. When I was offered the opportunity to come set for the volleyball team at BU, I was thrilled to continue my education, continue playing the sport I love,… Read more » about Combining my passion for sport and academic ambitions at BU

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Why I chose my course in BU

Why Tourism Management? I am happiest when I am travelling. I absolutely love creating itineraries. The research itself is enlightening. I have often planned travel and accommodation for myself as well as friends and family. All those successfully executed plans gave me a sense of achievement and pushed me in the direction of taking formal… Read more » about Why I chose my course in BU

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The Reasons Behind My Decision

  When it comes to your future, making a decision is the hardest thing ever. The situation becomes even more difficult when you come up with the exciting yet risky idea of studying abroad. You need to consider numerous aspects, from the country and city to the course and University. After all, you are spending… Read more » about The Reasons Behind My Decision