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Tagged: Additional Learning Support

Support for students at BU

July 29, 2016
Posted under: Blogs Archive, Postgraduate

Bournemouth University is an incredibly supportive place to be. As soon as I arrived, I felt like I was in a friendly and caring environment, and any time I’ve had a problem – no matter what it is – there has been someone there to advise me. There are a variety of support services on… Read more » about Support for students at BU

Amba’s story: Learning support at BU

January 22, 2016
Posted under: Blogs Archive, Undergraduate

What learning support it available at BU? Amba tells us about Additional Learning Support, Study Skills, language support and Peer Assisted Learning.  

What extra help is available at BU?

December 23, 2015
Posted under: Blogs Archive, Undergraduate

My name is Amy Potts and I am a dyslexic. Dyslexia is, unfortunately, different for a lot of people. There are so many variations, to the point where it can be really hard to spot. I am not your “stereotypical” dyslexic. I don’t have trouble reading (although my spelling is atrocious), and I am pretty… Read more » about What extra help is available at BU?

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