Summer Ball is an exciting time of the year! A place for all students to come together to celebrate the end of the academic year (and the end of their degrees for many students!). It is organised by the student’s union SUBU to fundraise for other activities throughout the next academic year, such as financially… Read more » about Everything you need to know about the BU Summer Ball
Lecture vs Seminar?! What is the difference?
At university, you will be exposed to a very different way of learning than you would have had in Secondary School and Sixth Form/College. Higher Education is more focused on independent learning and at BU, we like to see ourselves as colleagues and less as teachers and students. So what actually is the difference between… Read more » about Lecture vs Seminar?! What is the difference?
5 things to do in Bournemouth during the summer
Arriving to your accommodation early? Staying until your tenancy runs out? Whatever your reason, at some point you’re likely to be in Bournemouth during the summer. When societies take a pause and you’re (temporarily!) free from lectures and seminars, you might start to wonder what to do with your spare time. Of course, Bournemouth is… Read more » about 5 things to do in Bournemouth during the summer
Unleashing Creativity: My Favourite Thing About MA Advertising Course
Don’t forget to Follow us on Instagram for more news and international student stories! As a student pursuing my MA in Advertising, I have had the opportunity to engage in various exciting assignments that have broadened my understanding of the industry. Among these assignments, one stands out as my personal favourite: the Individual Creative Portfolio. This particular project… Read more » about Unleashing Creativity: My Favourite Thing About MA Advertising Course
How to make the most of an open day
Open days can be the key to helping you decide which university you go to, but they can seem quite daunting and overwhelming – which is why I’ve put together a guide on making the most of your time at an Open Day, so that you can really discover why BU is for you! First… Read more » about How to make the most of an open day
The Graduate Skills + Awards!
Follow us on Instagram for more news and international student stories! The Graduate Skills + Programme was an extremely well-curated programme to prepare graduates to land a job after they get their degree. The programme consisted of 4 stages – 1) Self-awareness 2) Explore 3) Experience 4) Prepare to apply In each stage, we had to attend… Read more » about The Graduate Skills + Awards!
Roaming the UK: Budget-Friendly Tips for International Student Explorers
Follow us on Instagram for more news and international student stories! Embarking on a journey to the United Kingdom as an international student is an exciting and transformative experience. Beyond the classroom, the opportunity to explore the diverse landscapes and rich culture of the UK is truly enticing. However, travelling can quickly become expensive, and as a… Read more » about Roaming the UK: Budget-Friendly Tips for International Student Explorers
“A Day in the Life of an Indian Undergraduate at Bournemouth University: Balancing Study and Culture”
Follow us on Instagram for more news and international student stories! Being an Indian undergraduate student at Bournemouth University can be both exciting and challenging. On one hand, you are pursuing your academic goals in a culturally diverse environment, and on the other hand, you are trying to balance your cultural identity with your academic and personal… Read more » about “A Day in the Life of an Indian Undergraduate at Bournemouth University: Balancing Study and Culture”
Student Visa – Top Tips from current international students
If you’re an international student considering Bournemouth University as your study destination, it’s important to know the ins and outs of the UK’s Student Route visa process. As an international student, you may be required to apply for a Student Route visa in order to study at Bournemouth University. But what exactly is the Student… Read more » about Student Visa – Top Tips from current international students
How to manage your time at university
University, mmm, free from responsibilities, parties, waking up at 3pm, going to every event, complete fun 24/7. Or is it? I remember that time in first year when it hit that, oh, university is not just studying and meeting people, but also cooking, cleaning, laundry, working, studying, exams, shopping, the list goes on… Sometimes it… Read more » about How to manage your time at university
Best places to watch live music in Bournemouth
Bournemouth has some great spots for live music, a variety of bigger and smaller venues I recommend visiting. O2 Academy Bournemouth is one of the larger venues in the Bournemouth area and hosts some of the biggest artists throughout the year such as Alex G, Hozier and Razorlight having upcoming gigs. Having went to see… Read more » about Best places to watch live music in Bournemouth
What to do in your spare time on campus
Timetables. You either love them or hate them – whilst the majority of us know that the timetabling department aren’t purposely trying to ruin our lives (it can’t be an easy job creating a schedule for every course), it can be kind of annoying if you have an early morning AND late evening class with… Read more » about What to do in your spare time on campus