Name: Mrs Sooksiri Church Course: MSc International Hospitality and Tourism Management Where are you from? Thailand Placement: The Sailmaker pub and restaurant Where was your placement and what was your role? My role was originally front of house staff but I was promoted and am currently working in a supervisory position. What was your strategy for… Read more » about My work placement in International Hospitality & Tourism Management
Living in Bournemouth: through the eyes of an International student
Trust me when I say this to you, as much as I loved and was thrilled to finally be in England, and in Bournemouth no less, the knowledge that I was all alone in a completely new place was so overwhelming that I sat in my room after I moved into my accommodation for about ten… Read more » about Living in Bournemouth: through the eyes of an International student
My IT work placement at BU
Name: Ryan Delmo Course: MSc IT Where are you from? Philippines Placement Company: Bournemouth University Where was your placement and what was your role? I worked in the IT Services Department as an IT Service Desk Analyst What was your strategy for finding a placement? How did you get the job? Four months before the deadline… Read more » about My IT work placement at BU
Why study Biological Anthropology at BU?
Hi all, my name is Roberta and I’m from Brazil. I’m currently studying MSc Biological Anthropology here at Bournemouth University and I’m as happy as I could be! When I found out about this course I was really excited. There is nothing like that in Brazil and, at the same time, it has everything that… Read more » about Why study Biological Anthropology at BU?
MSc Maritime Archaeology
Hey guys, my name is JC. I’m from Canada and I’m currently doing a Master’s in Maritime Archaeology at Bournemouth University. Now I’m sure you are now picturing a mix between Indiana Jones and Jacque Cousteau. Well I’m about to burst your bubbles and I must apologize (I did say I was Canadian). There is… Read more » about MSc Maritime Archaeology
Eating in Bournemouth
Hey everyone, my name is Roberta and I’m in Bournemouth for my MSc Biological Anthropology. I’m from Brazil and as many of you may know, it’s a huge country with many different types of food and flavours, depending on the region you live in. When I arrived at Bournemouth, I was very curious about what… Read more » about Eating in Bournemouth
Celebrating Christmas at BU
So, how does BU celebrate Christmas with its students? On 8 December 2016, around 20 students from the Department of Tourism and Hospitality were gathered together to celebrate Christmas at the Inspire Lecture Theatre in the Fusion Building. There was free traditional Christmas food, like mince pies and apple wassail, for students to enjoy… Read more » about Celebrating Christmas at BU
Canadian vs Bournemouth food
Hi, my name is JC. I’m from Canada and am currently doing an MSc in Maritime Archaeology at BU. What Food can you Find in Bournemouth and Poole?: There are so many different grocery stores nearby that you can shop at. My favourite is Aldi. It has almost everything you can think of, even real… Read more » about Canadian vs Bournemouth food
Living in Corfe House
Hi! My name is JC and I’m doing an MSc in Maritime Archaeology at BU. I’m currently living in Corfe House, student accommodation based in Poole. Corfe house is run by Unite-student. Location! Location! Location! Corfe house is located right beside Aldi supermarket. From my window, I can see the coach station, which makes travelling… Read more » about Living in Corfe House
How my BU experience changed me
I am DeAsia Davis from the USA and I completed an MSc Biological Anthropology in September 2016. Studying at BU was one the most fulfilling events in my life. When I first began applying to universities, I had not heard of Bournemouth University. And, like most, I had dreams of studying abroad in the big… Read more » about How my BU experience changed me
Bournemouth’s bustling Christmas market, ice-skating & mulled wine!
Hi, I’m Danielle Cook studying MA Corporate Communication at BU. One of the best parts of studying in Bournemouth is its vibrant centre, the hub of the town where community events and celebrations take place. This holiday season, Bournemouth Square is home to a bustling Christmas market, with stalls offering one-of-a-kind Christmas gifts and… Read more » about Bournemouth’s bustling Christmas market, ice-skating & mulled wine!
Christmas in Bournemouth
Ahh, Christmas!! The one thing everyone is waiting for with bated breath now University is in full flow and you’ve got deadlines and class tests every week. Once you hand in your last piece of work, or put that last full stop at the end of your final test, the feeling of freedom is inexplicable. So, here’s… Read more » about Christmas in Bournemouth
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