My name is Jessica Foster and I am just about to go into my final year of studying multimedia journalism, in my first year I lived in Lyme Regis House. I chose Lyme Regis House as my accommodation block as it is one of the cheaper halls and it had the reputation of being lively,… Read more » about Freshers’ halls guide: Lyme Regis House
What to pack for uni
So, you’ve been accepted to come to Bournemouth University! Once you have arranged your accommodation you now have the joyful task of shopping, more shopping and ultimately the dreaded challenge of packing all of your stuff. The best way to prepare has got to be a good old fashioned list – take some inspiration from… Read more » about What to pack for uni
Why finding accommodation during Clearing doesn’t have to be a hurdle
It’s easy to immediately panic and freak out in the Clearing process, and it’s understandable; I definitely did. There can be a lot of hurdles to cross, and after each one there’s always another, bigger one to tackle and it seems endless, but it isn’t. Getting a house is one of these hurdles, and one… Read more » about Why finding accommodation during Clearing doesn’t have to be a hurdle
House hunting tips
Choosing a property can be a scary experience, especially if this is your first time away from home or you have to arrange things yourself. If you’re opting for a private let, here are a few useful tips for you to keep in mind that will take you through the whole process. Choose… Read more » about House hunting tips
Fleur’s story: BU accommodation breakdown (vlog)
Meet our new vlogger Fleur, who’s got the inside scoop about BU accommodation…
Your top questions: accommodation special!
You’ve been asking a lot of questions about accommodation this week, so here are some answers… 1. I haven’t received my log-in details, will I miss out? Our accommodation portal is open from 26 May for eligible unconditional/firm or conditional/firm students to register their interest in BU accommodation. Please don’t worry, as you have until… Read more » about Your top questions: accommodation special!
Choosing your accommodation
The time has come for you to choose your first year accommodation and like many, you have no idea where you want to stay. Some of you may have flicked through pictures or watched YouTube clips on the university website and seen accommodation that catches your eye. You may have spoken to people who are… Read more » about Choosing your accommodation
Blogger battles: why my halls are the best
We asked our bloggers to tell us what they love about their halls – there was a lot of arguing about why their halls are the best, but we’ll let you decide what you think. Wherever you end up living, it looks like you’re going to have a great time! Carlyle Collins I lived in… Read more » about Blogger battles: why my halls are the best
Your top five questions
Some are making final university choices, while others are just starting to explore uni options. Here are your top five questions this week: 1. I’m an international student and have been awarded the Academic Excellence Scholarship. Does accepting it reduce my chances of getting other scholarships such as the Commonwealth Scholarship I have also applied for?… Read more » about Your top five questions
House hunting for your second year
Having survived halls, the prospect of living in a ‘real house’ with a select few can be really exciting, and it is! Here is my list of top tips when house hunting to help you find your very own home from home; I can guarantee you’ll be more concerned about switching off the lights and… Read more » about House hunting for your second year
Your top questions
1. I’ve been offered a place at BU starting in September 2015. When can I apply for my accommodation? Firstly, congratulations on your offer! You’ll be able to register your interest in accommodation at the end of May. We will email all eligible students as soon as registration is open, with full details of what… Read more » about Your top questions
Turning student halls into a home
Truth: I haven’t lived in student accommodation since I was 20 years old (that’s about 7 ½ years ago if you must know), so going back to living in student housing is incredibly strange for me. Then I realised student housing here in Bournemouth is a lot different from any student housing back home. Bournemouth… Read more » about Turning student halls into a home
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