Student Blog

Ayra’s Clearing story

August 11, 2021 Applying, Clearing, Featured, International student stories, Undergraduate, Vlogs

BA (Hons) Sociology & Social Anthropology student Ayra joined BU through Clearing. Hear her story here and how she found the whole process.

Why study BA (Hons) Television Production

August 9, 2021 Undergraduate, Vlogs

Hear from BU vlogger Emily about why you should choose to study BA (Hons) Television Production.

Why study Accounting & Finance at BU

August 5, 2021 Undergraduate, Vlogs

Hear some of the reasons why Melly chose to study Accounting and Finance at BU, including the support and opportunities that are available.

Kathryn’s Clearing story

July 31, 2021 Applying, Clearing, Featured, Undergraduate, Vlogs

Kathryn has just completed her BA (Hons) Sociology and Criminology at BU. Kathryn didn’t quite get the grades she needed to get into her first choice of uni so applied to BU through Clearing. Hear how simple the process was and how everything worked out for the best.

Why study BA (Hons) English at BU

July 19, 2021 Undergraduate, Vlogs

Georgina has just completed her BA (Hons) English degree at BU and here she talks about why you should choose to study this course.

How to choose your course and university

May 17, 2021 Applying, Clearing, Featured, International student stories, Meet BU, Open Days and events, Postgraduate, Returners, Student life, Top tips, Vlogs

Starting university is daunting but it became a lot easier once I learned some tips and tricks. After completing my bachelor’s degree and now studying for my master’s degree, I have learned along the way that choosing your degree can be a fun experience! Here are a few of my top tips for choosing your… Read more »

My experience as an ODP student

May 14, 2021 Placements, Student Blogs, Student life, Undergraduate

This is a guest blog post by current student Cara Ginnifer, studying BSc (Hons) Operating Department Practice. I’m Cara, a first year student studying BSc (Hons) Operating Department Practice (ODP). Not many people know what an ODP is or that we exist – I personally think it’s one of the best careers in healthcare. I… Read more »

Staying motivated through the BU Sports Scholarship programme

March 31, 2021 Applying, Clearing, Student Blogs, Undergraduate

This is a guest blog by Mark Westbrook, studying BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy. At 38 years, I am a mature student who came to the BU family after completing two years of a three-year degree in Sports Injury and Rehabilitation. After researching BU’s BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy offering and confirmation of my year two BSc grading, I… Read more »

My Clearing journey at BU

July 22, 2020 Clearing, Featured, Student Blogs, Undergraduate

This is a guest blog by current student Rachel Morley, currently studying BSc (Hons) Adult Nursing. Hi I’m Rachel and I am going to talk a little about my experience of applying through Clearing at Bournemouth University. This time last year, university was only mentioned to me and the thought of applying was terrifying. I was… Read more »

Budgeting as a Bulgarian student at BU

July 20, 2020 Fees and funding, International student stories, Student Blogs, Undergraduate

Coming to Bournemouth University from Bulgaria has been the biggest challenge I’ve ever faced. I remember adjusting to my new lifestyle – the first month was an absolutely surreal experience. Not only did I now have to live on my own, but I also had complete control over my monthly budget. Additionally, the sheer amount… Read more »

What is Clearing Plus?

July 9, 2020 Applying, Clearing, Editorial, Featured, Student Blogs, Undergraduate

Clearing is being made easier than ever with the new, personalised system, Clearing Plus. Previously, Clearing meant that you had to search through listings of courses and then contact each university to talk through your options. With 30,000 courses to choose from, this can understandably be a bit overwhelming. With Clearing Plus, UCAS are hoping… Read more »

The opportunities when you’re a Student Ambassador at BU

September 21, 2019 Open Days and events, Student Blogs, Students' Union, Undergraduate, Visiting BU

There are a range of opportunities to work whilst you are studying in Bournemouth, and among these is the chance to become a Student Ambassador at Bournemouth University like me! This has definitely been a highlight for me during my BU experience, as it can involve so many things. Aside from widening my experiences, this… Read more »