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Turing Work Overseas

This is a guest post by Kara Price-Jones I graduated my Masters Foundations in Clinical Psychology course with distinction at Bournemouth University (BU) in November 2023. I became blessed when my supervisor, Shanti, and BU along with Symbiosis School for Liberal Arts (SSLA) in India, created a position for me to do research in India…. Read more » about Turing Work Overseas

Exploring the world with BU: My journey with the UK Turing Scheme

As an undergraduate at Bournemouth University, I have been fortunate to experience a multitude of opportunities that have had a significant impact on my academic and professional journey. One standout experience has been being able to be a part of the UK Turing Scheme, a government initiative aimed at providing students with the chance to… Read more » about Exploring the world with BU: My journey with the UK Turing Scheme

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My study abroad experience in Nice as an Events Management student

My name is Zoe Chinnock, I am originally from the Cotswolds in the UK and I am studying BA (Hons) Events Management at Bournemouth University. Going to university has always been a goal of mine and when I attended the Open Day at Bournemouth, the versatility, and the opportunities that the course offered me seemed… Read more » about My study abroad experience in Nice as an Events Management student

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My work abroad experience in Vietnam

I’m Louis, a 21-year-old final-year Business and Management student at BU entering my final year, I knew that I wanted to say ‘yes’ to everything and really make the most out of the opportunities presented to me. When I received the email from BU informing me of the Vietnamese placement opportunity, I knew that it… Read more » about My work abroad experience in Vietnam

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Saying yes to study abroad opportunities at university

At the beginning of 2023, I made a resolution that would change the course of my year: saying “yes” more often. The simple commitment I made to myself wasn’t just about trying different things or exploring new places, it was a promise to myself that I would try to leave my comfort zone, meet new… Read more » about Saying yes to study abroad opportunities at university

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How I spent five weeks in Fiji through the Turing Scheme funding at BU

My name is Mia, I am 23 and I am a current final year BA (Hons) Social Work student at Bournemouth University. I spent five weeks in Fiji, on a Youth Empowerment Project with Think Pacific through funding with the Turing Scheme. Ever since I was a teenager, I always knew that I wanted to… Read more » about How I spent five weeks in Fiji through the Turing Scheme funding at BU

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My hospitality placement experience in Melbourne, Australia

My name is Kacey Woods, I am currently on my placement year, studying BA (Hons) International Tourism and Hospitality Management. I am currently carrying out a ‘split placement’ over two different organisations in Melbourne, Australia. I have just completed my first placement; as conference and events intern at the Sofitel Melbourne-On- Collins in Melbourne, Australia…. Read more » about My hospitality placement experience in Melbourne, Australia

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How the Turing Scheme took me to the French Alps

This is a guest blog by BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science student Tom, who talks about his experience of the Turing Scheme. I chose to study at BU for its high reputation in sports-related fields while also having the chance to gain industry experience. Having the opportunity to study in a beautiful coastal town… Read more » about How the Turing Scheme took me to the French Alps

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Volunteering in South Africa as part of the Turing Scheme study abroad placement

This is a guest blog by Eduard, a Romanian, UK resident studying Geography at Bournemouth University. Eduard shares their experience of the Turing Scheme. I chose to study geography because I have always been interested in how humans interact with nature and how different cultures and beliefs interact with each other. As my university life… Read more » about Volunteering in South Africa as part of the Turing Scheme study abroad placement

A transformative adventure: studying abroad at Audencia Business School in France with the help of the Turing Scheme

Don’t forget to follow us on Instagram for more international news and stories! Bonjour! Today, I am excited to share my unforgettable journey of academic exploration and cultural immersion during my month at Audencia Business School in Nantes, France. Thanks to the invaluable support of the Turing Scheme, I had the opportunity to not only enhance my… Read more » about A transformative adventure: studying abroad at Audencia Business School in France with the help of the Turing Scheme