The Old Fire Station

Freshers Week: Expectations Vs Reality

One of the highlights for students who join BU every year is Freshers Week! Freshers Week is an opportunity to go out, have fun, take part in activities, and meet new friends! In this blog, I talk about my experience of Freshers Week at BU, including what my expectations were Vs the reality. Before I… Read more » about Freshers Week: Expectations Vs Reality

Embracing opportunities: my journey as a Student Ambassador at BU

Embarking on a university journey is a pivotal moment in any student’s life. When I set foot on the vibrant campus of Bournemouth University, little did I know that my experience would be elevated to extraordinary heights by becoming a Student Ambassador. In this blog, I want to share my personal journey as a Bournemouth… Read more » about Embracing opportunities: my journey as a Student Ambassador at BU

The Course I ordered Vs the Course I got; my experience as a Bournemouth University MA Advertising student.

  Don’t forget to Follow us on Instagram for more news and international student stories! As a recent graduate in mass communication, of course, I assumed that I knew exactly what I was getting into when it came to a master’s degree in advertising. In reality, I have never been more naive.  I used to believe that studying… Read more » about The Course I ordered Vs the Course I got; my experience as a Bournemouth University MA Advertising student.

A Student’s Guide to Attending Lectures

Follow us on Instagram for more news and international student stories! As a student at Bournemouth University, attending lectures is a fundamental part of your academic experience. However, attending lectures can be challenging, particularly if you find it difficult to stay focused or take practical notes. In this post, we’ll provide you with some practical tips to… Read more » about A Student’s Guide to Attending Lectures

Surviving High cost of Living and Accommodation Crisis: My BU Story

Studying abroad is an exciting and life-changing experience. However, with the excitement comes a range of challenges, including adjusting to a new culture, language barriers, and homesickness. One of the most significant challenges faced by international students this year was the cost of living and accommodation crisis. Such costs in the UK are much higher… Read more » about Surviving High cost of Living and Accommodation Crisis: My BU Story

My experience as an international student studying MSc Nutrition & Behaviour

Hi, Hello, Namaste! I’m Madhurya from India. I’m currently doing my Masters in Nutrition & Behaviour at Bournemouth University. I’ve been in the field of nutrition for close to a decade now and while I was working as a nutritionist in India, I realised that diet and behaviour go hand in hand which I found… Read more » about My experience as an international student studying MSc Nutrition & Behaviour

Life as an International Student during Breaks

Whenever breaks roll around after busy periods of submissions, I’m always left wondering, “What do I do now?” Each time, however, I end up stumbling across a plethora of means to enjoy my time. Here’s a list of ways I’ve found to make the most out of my breaks: 1. Organising Activities: Whenever we’re all… Read more » about Life as an International Student during Breaks

Swimming at Kimmeridge Bay

The new episode on my “international friends” series

  One of the most significant reasons for me to choose the UK for my master’s degree year was higher multiculturality compared to other European countries. According to my experience as an international student in the UK, I can say that the UK education system tries to improve its cultural diversity vision in many areas…. Read more » about The new episode on my “international friends” series

Keyring of a house being held by a hand

Living in a private accommodation. My experience and why I love it.

Whenever there is a topic of student accommodation coming up, most often you hear about, well… residence halls or dorms offered by a university (or college, whatever you are applying for!). But I feel that there is not enough discussions floating around when it comes to renting a private house somewhere in Bournemouth. And hence,… Read more » about Living in a private accommodation. My experience and why I love it.

View from an aeroplane

Packing your life in under 23kgs: Top tips for international students

Planning your packing  Packing for University is hard enough without having to worry about how much your stuff weighs. For international students, the airline dictates every aspect of what you pack including what items are allowed, how much it can weigh, and the size. After my experience I have determined a few top tips for… Read more » about Packing your life in under 23kgs: Top tips for international students