Navigating the housing market as an international student in the UK: Tips for finding suitable private accommodation and settling into your new home

Don’t forget to follow us on Instagram for more international news and stories!  Moving to the UK as an international student is an exciting journey filled with opportunities for growth and learning. However, the process of finding suitable private accommodation and settling into a new home can be overwhelming. In this blog, we will explore how… Read more » about Navigating the housing market as an international student in the UK: Tips for finding suitable private accommodation and settling into your new home

How to feel at home when you’re away from home

Being away from home in a new place is scary enough, especially if you’re too far away from home to visit regularly. I was quite lucky as I’m from the south of Hampshire, and my home was only an hour’s drive from Bournemouth. Still, I moved into Purbeck House during the pandemic, which meant seeing… Read more » about How to feel at home when you’re away from home

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How to book your home from home – your guide to the BU Accommodation Portal

Every now and then we ask our advisers in the Future Students Enquiry Team to share their top tips on key topics. Here’s their latest one covering how to book your BU accommodation.   So, you’ve chosen BU as your firm choice university (exciting!) and now you can access the BU Accommodation Portal to book… Read more » about How to book your home from home – your guide to the BU Accommodation Portal

Will Rodwell

Top 5 things to do before moving to university!

Moving to university can be very daunting and scary. It was for me! I moved from the other side of the country in the middle of nowhere! But, when I learned these 5 tips, it made life much easier for me, now it’s my turn to share them with you! 1 – Pack to perfection!… Read more » about Top 5 things to do before moving to university!

Finding a Home Away from Home: Why did I choose BU accommodation?

Follow us on Instagram for more news and international student stories! As an international student, one of the most important decisions I had to make before starting my studies was choosing the right accommodation. After carefully considering my options, I ultimately decided to go with Lyme Regis House of Bournemouth University. In this blog post,… Read more » about Finding a Home Away from Home: Why did I choose BU accommodation?

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Bournemouth: A Safe, Secure Yet Exciting Student Life Experience

Follow us on Instagram for more news and international student stories! Bournemouth is a vibrant coastal town on the south coast of England and is home to two well-respected universities: Bournemouth University and Arts University Bournemouth. With its stunning beaches, lively atmosphere, and diverse student community, Bournemouth is an attractive choice for students seeking a… Read more » about Bournemouth: A Safe, Secure Yet Exciting Student Life Experience

Accommodation as a DSA student + the benefits of ResLifeBU

Moving to Bournemouth soon? Whether you’re local to Bournemouth or elsewhere, keep reading to find out more about my experience booking accommodation as a disabled student and my experience with ResLifeBU. So firstly, I travelled to Bournemouth for an open day and took a tour of the accommodation. I checked out Student Village, Cranborne House,… Read more » about Accommodation as a DSA student + the benefits of ResLifeBU

Kate in her bedroom with the words uni halls vs housing

Halls vs. Houses

In this video, I give some comparisons to living in halls vs. living in a house. Hear about the perks and responsibilities involved with each option to help you decide where you want to live.

BU Halls and other accommodation options – what’s the difference

One of the most crucial considerations when relocating for college is where you will live when you envision yourself settling down. There are several significant distinctions between living in Bournemouth University (BU) halls and renting a private home, which are frequently the top options you are provided. What is the overall difference? Some of the… Read more » about BU Halls and other accommodation options – what’s the difference

How to pack fro uni

How to pack for uni

Hi 👋 I’ve finished my first year and I can still remember uni move-in day! In this vlog, I’ll share my top tips for how to pack for uni. Space is limited so the main thing is to think about the essentials and go from there. Hope this helps 🙂  

Kage's first year experience

How I’ve found my first year at BU

Hey I’m nearly at the end of my first year and I feel like I’ve learned so much and can’t wait to come back in September! Hope you like my latest vlog where I share my first-year experience and provide some top tips along the way for your first year. Kage 🙂