Housemate Diaries

Moving to the UK for university sounds exciting until you remember you might be sharing a flat with strangers you don’t know. When I moved into student accommodation, I didn’t expect much beyond figuring out who clogged the shower drain and passive-aggressive fridge notes. Instead, I got, let’s call them Sunshine and Joy, my wonderful… Read more » about Housemate Diaries

Degree Apprenticeships vs University: Which is the best for you?

Choosing between a degree apprenticeship and a traditional university degree is a big decision. Both options offer unique pros and cons – but ultimately deciding which is best suited to you all comes down to a few factors; personal learning style, financial situation and career aspirations. We all know by now what university entails, but… Read more » about Degree Apprenticeships vs University: Which is the best for you?

Moving to Bournemouth: Tips for a Smooth Transition to Life in the UK

How exciting is it to move to a new country? It’s almost like starting life all over again 😀 Even though it sounds thrilling, it can also be a bit challenging. Here are five tips to help you settle into your new home as an international student in Bournemouth. Taste of Home It’s known that… Read more » about Moving to Bournemouth: Tips for a Smooth Transition to Life in the UK

Lansdowne campus and the surrounding area

Across Lansdowne Campus, we have two main buildings that are used during our theory blocks; Bournemouth Gateway Building (BGB) and the Executive Business Center. Within these are multiple seminar rooms and are close to takeaway locations to grab a snack between sessions! At BGB, we have the Weston Library, where you will find lots of… Read more » about Lansdowne campus and the surrounding area

Balancing your degree, social life, and time: A student’s guide to time management

University life can be difficult to balance with a full-time timetable and a social life to juggle it can feel like you have a lot on your plate. However, I have a few key tips to help you manage your time efficiently and get your studying done. Investing in a planner is crucial to managing… Read more » about Balancing your degree, social life, and time: A student’s guide to time management

Low cost activities in Bournemouth

Bournemouth and the wider area have lots of fun things to do on a budget from art galleries to exploring the Jurassic coast. Student Ambassador Lily is here to tell you about some of the low cost activities available here in the local area, perfect for a weekend or a break between studying on campus.

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Joining a society in your first year of University: my experience at Nerve Radio!

Moving to University can be really daunting, there is already so much to think about and then when you attend Freshers Fair and see the amount of clubs and societies on offer it throws another spanner in the works, where do you start? You may be left feeling overwhelmed but don’t let that put you… Read more » about Joining a society in your first year of University: my experience at Nerve Radio!