Hi, my name is Garrett. I’m from the United States and I am undergoing my MBA at Bournemouth University. I studied in the US for four years of college where I earned my BS in business marketing. Differences: My study strategies have varied from one course to another, although there is one constant that is… Read more » about Strategies for success: Study skills

How is studying different in the UK?
Hi! I am Sujata Shekhawat from India and I am studying MA Media and Communication. Making a decision to study abroad is a very big decision. It’s a long process that involves a lot of planning, a lot of finance, one has to step out of their comfort zone, and last but not least, they… Read more » about How is studying different in the UK?

Writing scripts and blazing trails at BU
My name is Jenny and I’m a first year Scriptwriting student at Bournemouth University. In this blog I will talk about my experiences with this course and I hope you’ll enjoy. Why did I decide to study Scriptwriting at BU? I knew I wanted to study Scriptwriting because I love writing and I love watching… Read more » about Writing scripts and blazing trails at BU

Cooking far from home
Hi everyone, my name is Ram from Malaysia, and I’m an MA Directing Film and Television student. Today, I am going to talk about how my cooking skills have developed since coming to live in Bournemouth. Food options in Bournemouth Even though Bournemouth has a lot of diverse food options, we are often restricted by… Read more » about Cooking far from home
Looking for the “VEG” option?
Hello there, my name is Alejandra. I’m a postgraduate student from Colombia. Nowadays, it’s common to be vegetarian, vegan or simply to look for healthier choices when eating out. I’m personally interested in this topic and it is one of the reasons I’m studying Nutrition and Behaviour. When it comes to food, I do try… Read more » about Looking for the “VEG” option?

Part-time work: Taking advantage of opportunities
Hi everyone, my name is Garrett, I am from the United States and a current Masters student here at Bournemouth University. As an undergraduate student I never really looked for part-time work; I saw it as something that was unattractive and would make my life much more difficult. One thing I realized since I have… Read more » about Part-time work: Taking advantage of opportunities

Take charge of your career path with CareersBU
First insight on CareersBU You have probably heard that student opportunities and employability matter to Bournemouth University, and that’s true! The University offers a lot of help for you when it comes to your employability, future interviews and portfolios. As someone who had a practical insight on this topic, I would like to share my… Read more » about Take charge of your career path with CareersBU
Be successful with CareersBU
Hello there, I’m Alejandra, a student of MSc Nutrition and Behaviour from Colombia. When pursuing a postgraduate degree abroad, it’s important to understand the local market, the global trends, and know how to promote yourself in your professional field. One of my biggest dreams is to find a job I truly love, which would help… Read more » about Be successful with CareersBU
My experience as an MA Radio Production student
MA Radio Production student Cher Dunn talks to us about her Masters in this podcast, and shares her experiences as a postgraduate student.
Study skills to succeed: UK vs Colombia
Hi there, I’m Alejandra, I come from Colombia and I’m doing a Masters in Nutrition and Behaviour. When comparing the study skills needed in my country and the United Kingdom, I realised there are more differences than similarities. No matter where you come from, having a basic understanding of the UK system will help you… Read more » about Study skills to succeed: UK vs Colombia

Making the Most of Supportive Opportunities
Hi! I’m Tiffany, a BA (Hons) Business Studies student from America. As an undergraduate student, taking advantage of all the academic support provided is a must to ensure our success throughout our course. The lecturers and course leaders often remind their students that workshops and facilities are provided at a certain time especially nearing the… Read more » about Making the Most of Supportive Opportunities

Fighting my stage fright through vlogging
Hi everyone! It’s Areej again, a games software engineering student from Egypt. This time I am going to talk about my experience making vlogs as a BU Student Ambassador, as well as giving you some tips for filming and editing them. My Personal Experience: First Time Vlogging I have filmed and edited 3 vlogs for… Read more » about Fighting my stage fright through vlogging