Student Blog

How an MA can change your career – Gemma’s story

October 26, 2015

Gemma Kauffman graduated from the MA Creative and Media Education course in 2011, and now she works freelance, specialising in social engagement through the arts as well as preparing for her new exhibition, And The Dark And The Dark, which is opening in London in November. Below, Gemma talks about how the MA helped her move… Read more » about How an MA can change your career – Gemma’s story

Gam’s survival guide: Being an international student at BU

October 22, 2015

Hi, I’m Gam. I’m from Thailand. I have just finished my MBA at BU and I’m now working for the uni. Many concerns could pop into your head before coming to study here, especially when you are away from your parents for the first time, so you may need a survival guide! My top tips… Read more » about Gam’s survival guide: Being an international student at BU

Josephine’s story: My first few weeks at BU

October 22, 2015

Wondering how Josephine’s been getting on? Here’s the next part of her BU journey…

What I learnt during my first year

October 20, 2015

At university you learn a lot more than just your degree subject, for most people it’s the first time they move away from home. Suddenly you have a LOT of responsibilities that most of us aren’t really prepared for. You really are thrown in at the deep end when you go to university and BU… Read more » about What I learnt during my first year

Why are Open Days important?

October 16, 2015

If you’re in your last year of college and Bournemouth University is one of your top favs, then I suggest attending one of the University’s undergraduate Open Days. Plenty of time to check out all the wonderful things that BU has to offer. So, the question is, why are these Open Days so important to… Read more » about Why are Open Days important?

Steph’s story: How to choose your uni course

October 14, 2015

No idea how to choose your uni course? Steph has some great advice!

Your first few weeks at BU

October 14, 2015

If you’ve just joined us – welcome to BU! I hope you’re all enjoying the autumn sunshine, I know I am. How exciting that you’ve now embarked on your postgraduate journey. And for those of you thinking of joining us in January, or next September, here’s some advice to get you prepared well in advance…. Read more » about Your first few weeks at BU

My sandwich placement at Airbus

October 12, 2015

I joined the PR course at BU as an international student from Lithuania eager to make the most of the opportunities that a degree in the UK offers. During my placement year I was lucky enough to work as the Internal Communication and Community Engagement Intern at Airbus in the UK. My role included anything… Read more » about My sandwich placement at Airbus

Benny’s story: The first step

October 9, 2015

Meet our new vlogger, Benny Sing! He’s just joined us to study BSc (Hons) Games Technology, and he’ll be sharing his story over the next year. Watch his first vlog to see Benny moving into the Student Village and getting a first look at our Talbot Campus…

Halls becoming home

October 8, 2015

As it sunk in that I was clear of Clearing and closer to moving to uni, accommodation seemed the next check-box to be ticked! I was sure the chance of me getting into Halls of Residence was unlikely, yet I applied anyway, having gained high hopes from a confirmed place on my chosen course. When… Read more » about Halls becoming home

My first week: Making new friends

October 5, 2015

It can all be very daunting when moving to a new town or city, especially when you are away from everything and everyone you know. I for one was an example of this, as in order to undertake my scriptwriting course I was to move away from London to Bournemouth. Of course moving away from… Read more » about My first week: Making new friends

My first week at BU: Living at home and meeting new people

September 30, 2015

Meet Imogen. She’s just joined us to study BA (Hons) Communication and Media and is going to share her story with you. She was part way through a degree at another uni, when she decided she wanted to go in a different direction, so she wants to tell you what it’s like to start at uni… Read more » about My first week at BU: Living at home and meeting new people