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From Freshman to Flourishing: Top Hacks and Insider Tips

Starting university is an exciting time in anyone’s life, but it can also be daunting for new students. The pressure that comes with living in a brand-new place, making friends and even managing time and resources efficiently to study. You might be wondering how to make the most of your university experience along with the… Read more » about From Freshman to Flourishing: Top Hacks and Insider Tips

From Kuala Lumpur to Bournemouth – what has changed?

Current student, Sarah from Malaysia, vlogs about all the good stuff she found in Bournemouth since her arrival. From the healthy environment, less pressured pace of life and safe streets to transportation, food and, yes, the weather! By SaraTan Sze Yah, Malaysia, MA Producing Film and TV, 2017/18  

Living as an Italian in Bournemouth

Being away from home didn’t keep Italian current student, Diana, from pizza & pasta. On her vlog she explains how she manages to keep up of her home county food traditions, and also talks about the weather in Bournemouth and travel opportunities. By Diana Pelino, Italy, BA (Hons) Computer Animation and Design, 2017/18  

What life is like for a Greek in Bournemouth?

Giorgos is from Greece and is currently studying at BU. In this vlog he talks about his life in Bournemouth, from food and weather challenges, to the opportunities he found to follow his passion. By Giorgos Kapsanakis, Greece, MA Directing Film and Television, 2017/18  

A Brazilian in Bournemouth: still looking for good coffee

I am Kamila Bianchi, studying MA 3D Computer Animation. Brazilians are known for being happy, excited and friendly. Living here and socializing with so many different cultures have made me realise that some of these stereotypes are actually true. Sharing the Brazil nobody knows Although we usually meet Brazilians anywhere around the world, I am… Read more » about A Brazilian in Bournemouth: still looking for good coffee

The thoughts of an Indian in Bournemouth

I am Sugandha Bhandari, an Indian born in Thailand, studying MA Corporate Communication.  Life before Bournemouth I have lived in different parts of India and interacted with people from all over South East Asia throughout my life. My childhood was influenced by different cultures. While growing up, I was always interested in communicating with people… Read more » about The thoughts of an Indian in Bournemouth

Life for a Romanian in Bournemouth: a life changing experience

My name is Sandra Achim. I’m 22 years old and I’m from Romania. I am currently studying in Bournemouth and the programme is called MSc Events Management. It is a taught master’s degree and it takes about 12 months to complete. I’ve decided that I did not have many opportunities in my own country and… Read more » about Life for a Romanian in Bournemouth: a life changing experience

Life for a Nigerian in Bournemouth: from cultural shock to integration

Hi, my name is Siju Yusuf from Nigeria, studying MA Media and Communication. Living in Bournemouth and studying at the University is one of the most exciting yet fulfilling things I have ever done. I have enjoyed experiencing a new culture and interacting with people of diverse nationalities.  First, the cultural shock  I was not… Read more » about Life for a Nigerian in Bournemouth: from cultural shock to integration

A ‘Hongkonger’ in Bournemouth: adapting to a different life style

I am Tsz Kam Yeung from Hong Kong studying MSc Events Marketing. My first impression of Bournemouth was “Wow! Bournemouth is so quiet and so big, the beach is gorgeous!” People who live here are very friendly and calm.  Hong Kong is a small city surrounded by skyscrapers and the rhythm of life is very… Read more » about A ‘Hongkonger’ in Bournemouth: adapting to a different life style