If you are coming to Bournemouth University as a postgraduate student there are lots of accommodation options available. Whether it’s halls of residence or a student house, here is your guide to postgraduate accommodation in Bournemouth, from a current Masters student. Halls of Residence: If you’re looking for an ensuite room, with bills included… Read more » about Accommodation options for Postgraduate students
University life is an exciting journey filled with new experiences, friendships, and challenges. Many students take on part-time work to help cover tuition, supplement income, or gain valuable experience. However, balancing work and university can be overwhelming without proper planning, so here are my top 5 tips to finding a balance. Before we get into… Read more » about Work, study, success: 5 easy tips for balancing part-time work and your studies to avoid burnout.
Winter in the UK can be a bit… challenging, to say the least. It’s cold, it’s grey, and the urge to stay in bed wrapped in a burrito of blankets is very real. But don’t worry, I’ve got you covered! Whether you’re tackling coursework, projects, or just trying to get through the season, here are… Read more » about How to Stay Motivated During Winter
Across Lansdowne Campus, we have two main buildings that are used during our theory blocks; Bournemouth Gateway Building (BGB) and the Executive Business Center. Within these are multiple seminar rooms and are close to takeaway locations to grab a snack between sessions! At BGB, we have the Weston Library, where you will find lots of… Read more » about Lansdowne campus and the surrounding area
Finding a job as a student will not only help cover living expenses, but also boost your CV with valuable skills and experiences. Whether you’re looking for a part-time job at university or in the local city, there are numerous opportunities that offer flexible working hours and valuable experience for your future career. On-Campus Jobs… Read more » about A Guide to Student Jobs: Where to Find Them and How They Help Your Future
Emily is currently studying BSc (Hons) Operating Department Practice at Bournemouth University. Here we asked her a series of questions to find out more about her course, placement experience and life in theatres…… Why did you choose to study ODP at BU? I love Bournemouth as a place, but the Uni has great facilities for… Read more » about Operating Department Practice – current student Emily’s POV
Settling into university life Starting university, you quickly realise that it forces a level of independence and responsibility, which can be a massive change from home and for some students, a newfound sense of freedom. It is easy to get carried away with the late nights and lie-ins. I found that by the first few… Read more » about Reflecting on my first year: what would I do differently?
Studying at university is incredibly exciting, but for many students it means relocating from your hometown to somewhere completely new – sometimes across the country, or even from another continent! It might seem daunting, but making friends at university is simple. Remember, everyone is in the same boat, so don’t feel as if you’re the… Read more » about 5 ways to make friends at university
I’ll be honest, before coming to university I had no idea that student bank accounts were a thing, and so an article like this would have been quite useful! You might be thinking, what’s the point? I already have an account, why do I need another? One word: Freebies! Firstly let’s understand the difference between… Read more » about Everything you need to know about student bank accounts
Hey guys, here is my Summer Ball 2023 vlog! I was lucky enough to photograph this event and in this vlog, I’m going to take you through the set up and prep before Summer Ball, and what it was like on the night! I hope you enjoy watching 😊
Summer Ball is an exciting time of the year! A place for all students to come together to celebrate the end of the academic year (and the end of their degrees for many students!). It is organised by the student’s union SUBU to fundraise for other activities throughout the next academic year, such as financially… Read more » about Everything you need to know about the BU Summer Ball
At university, you will be exposed to a very different way of learning than you would have had in Secondary School and Sixth Form/College. Higher Education is more focused on independent learning and at BU, we like to see ourselves as colleagues and less as teachers and students. So what actually is the difference between… Read more » about Lecture vs Seminar?! What is the difference?
Part Time Job Opportunities On Campus
Degree Apprenticeships vs University: Which is the best for you?
Accommodation options for Postgraduate students
It’s Assessment Centre and Interview Season: Here’s How To Succeed
Work, study, success: 5 easy tips for balancing part-time work and your studies to avoid burnout.
Moving to Bournemouth: Tips for a Smooth Transition to Life in the UK
How Bournemouth University supported me during my arrival?
Balancing Academics and Social Life
Pros and cons of living with friends
Looking for part-time jobs