As International Women’s Day approaches, I would like to take this special occasion to show my gratitude for all the women who inspire, support, and accompany me in my growth journey. Had it not been for their support, I could not have had the motivation to go this far and achieve different milestones in life…. Read more » about A special note to the women who inspire me
Arriving in the UK Being from the US, the one thing most Americans would be able to say about the UK is that the general population speaks English. When I arrived in Bournemouth I found that a shared language does not mean a shared culture. There are many differences between life in the UK and… Read more » about USA to the UK: The biggest differences and similarities I have experienced
What are the simple things you can do to make your everyday life a little better? How to deal with negative emotions while being alone? What can we do to find peace in mind? If you are also looking for answers to these questions, follow me to discover the three podcasts that help nurture my… Read more » about My top three podcasts to nurture happiness and mental health while studying abroad
University Mental Health Day brings together the university community to make mental health a university-wide priority and create ongoing year round change to the future of student mental health. This years University Mental Health Day will be on Thursday 3 March and there is no greater time to learn new skills for your Mental Health… Read more » about Three best books to boost your Mental Health
In College, I studied a UAL Creative Media Production Extended Diploma (basically a triple BTEC). As someone who’s not academically gifted, I knew a more practical and hands-on course such as a BTEC would be the right path for me. Therefore, when applying to university, I knew I needed a course that would further focus… Read more » about Why you should study TV Production at Bournemouth University
Being part of the job market is the first step to building your career plan. Given the profound impact of the global pandemic, the job market is changing at an ever-faster pace. Especially for international graduates, understanding the UK’s job market will help you become more employable. Here are some tips that the BU Career… Read more » about Understand the UK job market – tips from BU Career team to prepare for my future job
Being able to work across cultures is an increasingly necessary skill for graduates to impress employers in the competitive job market. Building intercultural competence while studying at university will benefit your career in the future. What is intercultural competence, and what are the opportunities to build these skills? Follow me to discover more! What is… Read more » about Opportunities to build intercultural competence while studying at Bournemouth University
Being away from home for the first time could be overwhelming for many students. Like many other international students, I want my time studying abroad to be memorable, yet it still took me a while to adapt to a new environment in the UK. I am always grateful for the support that I have received… Read more » about How BU becomes a second home for international students
Now that you have graduated! You must have been congratulated for a job well done; to be candid postgraduate programme generally are rigorous. Particularly Master of Laws (LL.M) entails personal research and development alongside the requirement to fulfill some hours of attendance of seminars and lectures. As an international student, the competition is higher, therefore,… Read more » about What next? Deciding your Career Path after Graduating from BU Law.
Leaving 2021 behind and beginning a new year is something that many students have been looking forward to. 2021 was heavily impacted by the Coronavirus and changed many things about university life. However, there was still many enjoyable activities and opportunities that were available for students. One event that I took great pride and enjoyment… Read more » about The best is yet to come
So as the new year begins, many of us want to ‘attempt’ to eat healthy. Being vegetarian, it can be harder than you think to maintain a ‘healthy’ diet, especially when everyone else gets chicken nuggets. From my 3 and a half years at university I’ve accumulated a variety of ‘healthy’ vegetarian recipes and meals… Read more » about Student-friendly veggie recipes! (yes they are easy)
It was the summer before my first year of university in 2019, I received an email on a job position about becoming a student ambassador. It was intriguing and it was exciting to get an opportunity to work, so I decided to apply. Now, three years on I create blog and vlog content, answer questions… Read more » about My Student Ambassador Experience
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
The difference in learning system in the UK vs other countries: An International student perspective
Looking for part-time jobs
Why I chose Bournemouth University: A BU International College student’s story
Essential budgeting and accommodation tips from an International Student
Part-time jobs as an International Student at BU