The thing I enjoy most about BU life is that you’re able to join in with a number of social activities which enhance your studies. During my Master’s degree studies I took up the opportunity to go on a placement year and worked at one of the best seaside hotels in Bournemouth, but have also… Read more » about Arriving at BU
My greatest achievement this year
We asked our bloggers what their greatest achievement has been this year and we were pretty impressed with their accomplishments! Being selected to present a group project in front of industry experts from Hope and Anchor, and then getting to present a different project in front of experts from Channel 4 and My Kinda Crowd. My greatest achievement… Read more » about My greatest achievement this year
Lucy’s story: Finding your hobbies at uni
Uni isn’t just about your course, so Lucy tells us all about finding your hobbies and interests.
My favourite places to eat in Bournemouth
Bournemouth is filled with restaurants and bars and such, where you can go for a lovely evening meal with your new housemates (great way to get to know each other) or somewhere to take the rents when they make an appearance (hopefully not on a day where you are extremely hungover). Here are my top… Read more » about My favourite places to eat in Bournemouth
Why finding accommodation during Clearing doesn’t have to be a hurdle
It’s easy to immediately panic and freak out in the Clearing process, and it’s understandable; I definitely did. There can be a lot of hurdles to cross, and after each one there’s always another, bigger one to tackle and it seems endless, but it isn’t. Getting a house is one of these hurdles, and one… Read more » about Why finding accommodation during Clearing doesn’t have to be a hurdle
Student services at BU
Being a student is about more than just studying, and it can be a challenging and stressful time for a variety of reasons. In keeping with this, BU is not just about teaching but offers a number of services to look after the health and wellbeing of all its students. Medical Centre: Most of us… Read more » about Student services at BU
Moving to Bournemouth from London
So there you are in the big smoke, the big city, enjoying everything that your location gives you on your door step – so why move to Bournemouth? I thought the same thing, and having moved to London for work and the lifestyle I wasn’t sure about leaving behind all the good things that I… Read more » about Moving to Bournemouth from London
Ursula’s Clearing story: making my student finance application
Unsure yet and keeping my options open by continuing to apply for UCAS, it seemed daunting that university could be round the corner. From what I can remember, when applying for UCAS, I decided on taking a gap year and so deferred my entry for the following year, not knowing this choice was very much temporary! Saying… Read more » about Ursula’s Clearing story: making my student finance application
Why you should come to a Clearing Open Day
Getting a place through Clearing is great, but have you thought about attending one of our Clearing Open Days? Be it before you’ve confirmed your place or afterwards, it’s still important to come and view the university you’ve chosen. Clearing may have been a bit of a rush for you, and most people are in… Read more » about Why you should come to a Clearing Open Day
Getting my MA without giving up the day job
I’ve always wanted to do a Master’s degree, but, like many people, life was getting in the way. I enjoy my job and wanted to keep building my industry experience. Plus, I like having a salary and I think the bank likes me paying my mortgage too. So, how to get that MA without giving… Read more » about Getting my MA without giving up the day job
How to make the most of your PG study at BU
Making the most out of your postgraduate study will be different for each individual, but here are a few suggestions that you may not have thought about. It is good to apply yourself to every possible opportunity available to you, including being a student representative for your course. Being a rep is a lot less… Read more » about How to make the most of your PG study at BU
Diop’s Clearing story
Hi! My name is Diop and I came to Bournemouth University through Clearing. Initially I had chosen BU as one of my five uni choices and I was accepted on a conditional offer. I visited the uni for an Open Day and was really impressed with all the facilities and very excited about the prospect… Read more » about Diop’s Clearing story
Recent posts
How studying Ecology and Wildlife Conservation at BU took me to work at North Bali Conservation
Presenting at the British Conference of Undergraduate Research
My journey to BU as an international student was tough yet motivating and rewarding (part 2.)
My work abroad experience in Vietnam
My journey to BU as an international student was tough yet motivating and rewarding (part 1.)
Saying yes to study abroad opportunities at university
Tackling accommodation & cost of living as a student in Bournemouth
How I spent five weeks in Fiji through the Turing Scheme funding at BU
The benefits of part-time work for international students
How the accreditations on the Multimedia Journalism course aid your employability