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Tagged: social life in Bournemouth

Bournemouth is the perfect fit for international students

3 March 2018
Posted under: Blogs Archive, Blogs Archive

Diana Pelino from Italy is studying Computer Animation at BU. Initially doubtful about social life opportunities here, she soon found out why Bournemouth is perfectly suited for international students.

Greek style social life in Bournemouth

3 March 2018
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Giorgos Kapsanakis from Greece studies Directing Film and Television at BU. In his vlog he explains how simple it can be to have a good social life in Bournemouth as an international.

Social life in Bournemouth for the quiet soul

3 March 2018
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Kamila Bianchi from Brazil studies 3D Computer Animation at BU. Although Bournemouth is nationally famous for its night life, Kamila explains how you can still have a good social life even if you don’t want to go clubbing.

There is something for everyone in Bournemouth

2 March 2018
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I am Martina Gardeva from Bulgaria studying MSc Tourism Management and Marketing. As a student, you may be wondering how easy it is to balance your social life with all the studying you need to do. Let me assure you it is possible! As a postgraduate I do have free time and plenty of innovative… Read more » about There is something for everyone in Bournemouth

Take chances, make memories

2 March 2018
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I’m Sandra Achim from Romania, studying MSc Events Management. Being a student in Bournemouth is exceptionally fun. It’s not just all about lectures. There are also lots of opportunities to interact with other students, such as parties, outings, and social life. Here are some of the things that I like to do, which might interest… Read more » about Take chances, make memories

The social life of a postgrad student

12 January 2017
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Ellie is here to talk to you about the social life of a postgrad student…

Tonya’s story: The social life of a postgrad student

19 May 2016
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How do postgrad students spend their free time? Tonya shares her experience.

Amba’s story: Nightlife in Bournemouth

19 May 2016
Posted under: Blogs Archive, Undergraduate

If you want to know about nightlife in Bournemouth, then Amba’s here to tell you!

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