We’re very #BUproud of two of our graduates, who are celebrating being featured in the Product Design journal “Develop3D” with their brand-new Freefly VR headset, designed specifically to bring virtual reality to the masses using smartphone technology. Mark Little and Luke Vos both graduated from the MSc Product Design course in 2008 and became close… Read more » about BU Alumni find Product Design success: Mark and Luke’s story
My year abroad in Norway
Sport Management student Dominic Buchan was the first BU Sport & Physical Activity student to benefit from the fantastic study and internship opportunity a new partnership with the internationally renowned Norwegian School of Sports Sciences offers. Read his brief account: “Studying abroad at the Norwegian School of Sports Sciences (NSSS) was a fantastic decision and… Read more » about My year abroad in Norway
Gabriella’s Clearing story
Gabriella Compton has just finished her BSc (Hons) Anthropology degree after coming to BU through Clearing. I was originally planning to do something like English or Psychology at university, but then I didn’t do as well in my A-levels as I initially thought. I didn’t meet my predicted grades to get into the universities that… Read more » about Gabriella’s Clearing story
My greatest achievement this year
Our student bloggers have achieved some incredible things, so we asked them to each pick their greatest achievement this year… Lowri My greatest achievement this year has to be qualifying as a PADI Rescue Diver which means I am a higher level of scuba diver and can handle most distress situations in the water. It took a… Read more » about My greatest achievement this year
Things to make you an appy student
Right now there are some great apps for your smartphone and tablet that make being a student easier and slightly cheaper. Here are some of the best current student-focused apps. iBU For Bournemouth University there is one application key for students that has to be downloaded instantly. iBU is an easy way to access your… Read more » about Things to make you an appy student
Get clear about Clearing: our advice
Clearing doesn’t need to be complicated, so we asked Karen Pichlmann, Head of Admissions at BU, to give you some advice ahead of your exam results. First things first – think about what courses and universities you might like to approach if you find yourself in Clearing. “Choosing a place through Clearing is no different from… Read more » about Get clear about Clearing: our advice
Fleur’s story: BU accommodation breakdown (vlog)
Meet our new vlogger Fleur, who’s got the inside scoop about BU accommodation…
Your top questions: 2015 undergrads special
The askBU team has been even busier than usual this week! There have been lots of questions from those of you wanting to join us this September, so here are some answers… What is Clearing? Clearing is the final part of the university admissions process. It’s organised by UCAS in July and August and is… Read more » about Your top questions: 2015 undergrads special
Reading lists: how much should I read?
Whether you’re studying for a BA, an MA, a PHD, or any qualification really, you’ll want to swot up on your knowledge before the course begins. About four months before my MA began I was emailed a long list of books that were on the recommended reading list. On first impression I was slightly anxious… Read more » about Reading lists: how much should I read?
Free fun in Bournemouth
Bournemouth has many free activities and attractions on offer throughout the year, which are perfect when on a student budget! I personally feel the beach is the greatest attraction on offer, the sandy beaches stretch as far as the eye can see, and they are great to visit all year round. In the winter it… Read more » about Free fun in Bournemouth
Tales of the tribes: animation to connect cultures
Tara Douglas, who is completing her Prof. Doctorate thesis at BU, shares the story of her fascinating research with us… The tribal population is just over 84 million or 8.2% of the total population of India. Storytelling was acutely important for these Indigenous communities – it was a way that the young people learnt about their… Read more » about Tales of the tribes: animation to connect cultures
Coping with the transition from college to university
Many of us have experienced the transition from school to college. We were told it was a big leap, because of the new environment and new work ethic. After all, A-levels and BTECs get us into our dream university right? However, as important as this transition is, it is a small step compared to the… Read more » about Coping with the transition from college to university
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