For students looking for higher education, some key factors come into play when choosing a university. Factors such as cost, geographical location, accreditation, academic quality are some common key considerations. For postgraduate students, especially international students, cost is a key factor when selecting a university. In the UK, the average cost of a postgraduate degree… Read more » about My Faculty of Management Executive Dean’s Scholarship
What the Academic Excellence Scholarship means to Jakub
This is a guest blog by current student Jakub Benek, studying BSc (Hons) Computing. When I initially applied to Bournemouth University, I hadn’t really looked into the financial side of things too much. I know Universities have scholarships but many of them you apply for and I hadn’t looked or thought to do that. When… Read more » about What the Academic Excellence Scholarship means to Jakub
The BU Music Scholarship enabled me to pursue my studies and my passion
This is guest blog by current student Ed Parker, studying BSc (Hons) Adult Nursing. As a youngster, I invested thousands of hours into developing my musical skills, and performed at a high level. When I made a career change and decided to go back to university to study nursing, I was concerned I would not have the time or… Read more » about The BU Music Scholarship enabled me to pursue my studies and my passion
My role as a Schools Liaison Ambassador
This is a guest blog by current student Modalmu, who is studying BSc (Hons) Psychology and works as a Schools Liaison ambassador. Hi, my name is Modolamu, I am a final year psychology student and currently a student ambassador for Bournemouth university. My role as a student ambassador varies from working in the office, giving… Read more » about My role as a Schools Liaison Ambassador
I’m a mum, a student, and a student ambassador
This is a guest blog by current student Rebecca studying BSc (Hons) Midwifery. Being a 38 year old mature student with 3 children, about to embark on a full time degree was pretty daunting at first. I had done my research and knew that the Midwifery degree required commitment and dedication and I did wonder… Read more » about I’m a mum, a student, and a student ambassador
Budgeting and saving money as a student
Watch my vlog where I share some of my top tips for budgeting whilst living and studying as a student. I talk water bottles, to washing up liquid, discount cards and vouchers!If you have any questions or comments please leave them below.
Paying for your Master’s – how hard can it be?
BU vlogger Brianna is here to give you the low down on your finance options for postgraduate study.
The January pinch. Feed 4 for under £4
It’s the New Year, it’s a new term, and if your anything like me you might be wondering how you spent so much over the Christmas break . Don’t worry, watch my vlog on feeding 4 for £4!
New Year – How to eat healthy on a budget
The festivities are now over and the student loan has finally dropped but how can we combine trying to eat healthier whilst budgeting for the entire semester? Here are some handy tips: Check for supermarket reductions It’s not always fresh produce that has a short shelf life which can be found reduced but sometimes dented… Read more » about New Year – How to eat healthy on a budget
How to write a successful application for the Executive Dean’s Scholarship
Hello everyone. Before enrolment, I received an Executive Dean’s Scholarship (50% tuition fee waiver), and I must say that really helped with my finances considering the exchange rates, living expenses and the difference in tuition fees for international non-EU students that are applied by all universities in the UK. That’s why I wanted to prepare a… Read more » about How to write a successful application for the Executive Dean’s Scholarship
Studying MSc International Economics and Finance at BU
Hi everybody. I am Anh Thu from Vietnam. Currently, I am studying MSc International Economics and Finance at Bournemouth University. Before coming to the UK, it was hard for me to imagine how it would be studying under the Faculty of Management. But now I have to say that the Faculty of Management in Bournemouth… Read more » about Studying MSc International Economics and Finance at BU
The wonders of a BU scholarship
I can’t stress enough how amazing it has been to be rewarded with an Academic Excellence Scholarship. Bournemouth University offers a range of scholarships, rewarding academic excellence, and musical or sporting talents. The fact there was a chance I could be awarded £1,500 encouraged me to work that little bit harder to achieve those grades… Read more » about The wonders of a BU scholarship