No matter how long it has been – a few years or twenty – returning to university and academic life after a break can be both exciting and scary! My name is Jaime Gorman. I came to BU from Colorado, USA to change my career focus. It has been about 20 years since I… Read more » about Returning to academic life after a break
Arriving at BU: Support I received from BU’s Travel Team
I arrived in the United Kingdom in the last week of September 2021. My country India was on the Amber list during that time which meant that l had to make various travel plans, book quarantine accommodation, get an RT-PCR test all in the midst of the pandemic. I was extremely grateful to the travels… Read more » about Arriving at BU: Support I received from BU’s Travel Team
Life in Bournemouth as an Indian student
I am from India, a country that is very well-known for its rich culture and heritage. After completing my undergraduate, I decided to move abroad to pursue higher education, for which I chose Bournemouth University. Bournemouth is a coastal resort town on the south coast of England. It is a place booming with opportunity, due… Read more » about Life in Bournemouth as an Indian student
Why you should choose BU as your pathway to your future
Hi, my name is Simon, I come from Vietnam, and now I’m studying Marketing and User Experience at BU See my vlog below for why you should choose BU – any questions please ask me below!
Culture Shock – India versus UK
Hi my name is Madhumitha and I study MA Post Production Editing at BU. I joined this September and in this vlog I explain what surprised me most after moving to the UK! I hope you enjoy my vlog….
My international student journey from “I don’t want to go out because the weather is too cold” to “I can live here forever!”
My international student journey from “I don’t want to go out because the weather is too cold” to “I can live here forever!” I remember the first week I moved to Bournemouth from Istanbul/Turkey. Istanbul is a city where you can see the sun almost every day, even in winter! That is why at… Read more » about My international student journey from “I don’t want to go out because the weather is too cold” to “I can live here forever!”
A special note to the women who inspire me
As International Women’s Day approaches, I would like to take this special occasion to show my gratitude for all the women who inspire, support, and accompany me in my growth journey. Had it not been for their support, I could not have had the motivation to go this far and achieve different milestones in life…. Read more » about A special note to the women who inspire me
My top three podcasts to nurture happiness and mental health while studying abroad
What are the simple things you can do to make your everyday life a little better? How to deal with negative emotions while being alone? What can we do to find peace in mind? If you are also looking for answers to these questions, follow me to discover the three podcasts that help nurture my… Read more » about My top three podcasts to nurture happiness and mental health while studying abroad
Understand the UK job market – tips from BU Career team to prepare for my future job
Being part of the job market is the first step to building your career plan. Given the profound impact of the global pandemic, the job market is changing at an ever-faster pace. Especially for international graduates, understanding the UK’s job market will help you become more employable. Here are some tips that the BU Career… Read more » about Understand the UK job market – tips from BU Career team to prepare for my future job
Opportunities to build intercultural competence while studying at Bournemouth University
Being able to work across cultures is an increasingly necessary skill for graduates to impress employers in the competitive job market. Building intercultural competence while studying at university will benefit your career in the future. What is intercultural competence, and what are the opportunities to build these skills? Follow me to discover more! What is… Read more » about Opportunities to build intercultural competence while studying at Bournemouth University
Everything you need to know about the new Graduate visa
Did you know international students who have completed a degree in the UK can apply to stay and work in the UK for up to two years? The new Graduate Route visa is a fantastic opportunity for international graduates of UK universities. As a student who will graduate in June 2022, I have received lots… Read more » about Everything you need to know about the new Graduate visa
How BU becomes a second home for international students
Being away from home for the first time could be overwhelming for many students. Like many other international students, I want my time studying abroad to be memorable, yet it still took me a while to adapt to a new environment in the UK. I am always grateful for the support that I have received… Read more » about How BU becomes a second home for international students