When I was searching for an MA programme, I loved the fact that BU differentiated itself from other universities by offering a more practical approach to my learning–that is why I ultimately chose to study at BU. I was able to learn the theory behind public relations and then I was able to put that… Read more » about My BU experience
From Brazil to Bournemouth
I always wanted to experience living abroad as I could challenge myself, live with other cultures, develop my English language skills and face situations that make me leave my comfort zone. It was easy for me to pick the country I wanted to live in; UK universities are some of the most traditional in the… Read more » about From Brazil to Bournemouth
How to stand out from the crowd
The Postgraduate Development Award (PGDA) is meant for Master’s students at BU and is designed to help your professional and personal development apart from academic studies. Basically it is a system that gives points to certain activities that you participate in during your time at BU. The award encourages you to come out of your… Read more » about How to stand out from the crowd
Iakovos’s story: What I’ve learnt in my first semester
Now that Iakovos has been at BU for a whole semester, he tells us what he’s learnt so far…
Living away from home
For international students like me, moving away from home to another country where weather, culture and language are totally different could be tough. Here I will tell you my story of how I found accommodation and how I settled in for the first few days in Bournemouth. I don’t live in BU halls, not because… Read more » about Living away from home
My Corfe House home
Hi, I’m Meera, and I know a lot of you are keen to hear about accommodation at BU. So I thought I’d share my experience of living in Corfe House. Corfe is available for people starting in January too, so listen up if that’s you! It is situated very close to Poole town Centre, Railway… Read more » about My Corfe House home
My life at BU
Suyan tells us about her life at BU… My campus My main campus is Talbot. It is the biggest campus of Bournemouth University and it is where you can live, study and relax. I like going to the student canteen, Students’ Union shop, Dylan’s bar and many other coffee shops around the campus. The prices… Read more » about My life at BU
Suyan’s advice for parents
Suyan travelled half way around the world to study MSc International Hospitality and Tourism Management at BU and now she wants to share her top tips for parents. Whether you’re saying goodbye to a son or daughter who’s off to uni, or you’re a student that wants to reassure your family, you’ll want to read her words of wisdom. Safety and… Read more » about Suyan’s advice for parents
Welcome to England!
Yisi studied BA (Hons) Accounting and Finance at BU, and has decided to continue her BU story by studying her masters here too! As she gets ready to begin MSc Sports Management, she looks back at her arrival to share her advice… 30/06/2012. I will never forget that day… I felt very excited when I first came… Read more » about Welcome to England!
My journey from China to BU
Now that Suyan has finished her year studying MSc International Hospitality and Tourism Management, she looks back at what it was like to travel half way around the world to join BU. Travel and BU airport transfer Two years ago, after a 13-hour flight, I managed to get to London Heathrow Airport. I got picked… Read more » about My journey from China to BU
My first week at BU
My name is Suyan. I have just completed a Master’s degree in International Hospitality and Tourism Management at Bournemouth University, and have just recently secured a graduate job in London which I am very excited about! I am originally from China. Here is a summary of my first week at BU. I chose Bournemouth University,… Read more » about My first week at BU
Why I belong at BU
I love my course! I was drawn here by the amazing reputation BU has within the film industry and haven’t been disappointed. It’s been great learning about how the industry works. Being able to study and work with friends at university doesn’t feel like an obligation, and there is a very social and relaxed environment… Read more » about Why I belong at BU