Student Blog

What to expect from a Postgraduate Open Day

November 21, 2017

Ever wondered what a Postgraduate Open Day is like at Bournemouth University? Watch this vlog to find out more:

Places for group study on campus

May 25, 2017

These are a few of the places on campus (and a bonus place) that I find make group projects a little easier 🙂

The transferable skills studying a Master’s degree has enhanced

April 19, 2017

Studying a Master’s degree at Bournemouth University has helped enhance and develop transferrable skills which are invaluable when coming to applying for jobs. At undergraduate level and in previous employment these skills are learnt and developed, but they are really tested and developed in postgraduate study! Organisation and time management are two tremendously important skills… Read more » about The transferable skills studying a Master’s degree has enhanced

A day in the life of a Masters Archaeology student

January 19, 2017

Being a Masters student is at once awesome and really hard. It can easily make or break you, with a step up in work, understanding, and time management. So, I would like to present – a day in my life as a Masters Archaeology student. 7am – wake up. Having already been woken up… Read more » about A day in the life of a Masters Archaeology student

Why I stayed at BU

January 16, 2017

I am currently a postgraduate student studying MSc Forensic Anthropology at BU. I also studied my undergraduate degree here too. I love Bournemouth, and that is essentially why I stayed. But the reasons why I love Bournemouth are more than just that! The university has some amazing facilities for my course, there is a dedicated… Read more » about Why I stayed at BU

My greatest achievement this year

July 26, 2016

Sarah Stacey My greatest achievement this year was having one of my pieces broadcast on BBC Radio 4. They sent us a brief for a new pilot programme which would feature outside submissions, and I was lucky enough to have mine chosen. It was my first ever bit of paid radio work, which was really… Read more » about My greatest achievement this year

Tonya’s story: Studying MSc Computer Animation & Visual Effects

July 19, 2016

Thinking of studying MSc Computer Animation & Visual Effects? Tonya tells you what you can expect.

The world (or at least England) is your oyster

July 8, 2016

The main thing that I, as a U.S. Citizen, have yet to get used to is the simplicity of being able to travel here in the UK, as well as the rest of Europe. Ridiculous airline prices and a massive country are perhaps the reason as to why I always saw travelling as something that… Read more » about The world (or at least England) is your oyster

My Business School Dean’s Scholarship

July 5, 2016

I am Esther Fowowe, a 25-year-old international student from Nigeria, currently studying for my Master’s degree, LLM International Tax Law at Bournemouth University. I was privileged to be awarded the Faculty of Management Dean’s International Scholarship which was a £6,000 (50%) reduction in my tuition fee. After my initial application to study at Bournemouth University, I… Read more » about My Business School Dean’s Scholarship

Olivia’s top study tips

July 1, 2016

Along with all the benefits of summertime in Bournemouth come the unwelcome and unpreventable exams. As an arts student I got away relatively unscathed during my undergrad. While the physicists and medics slogged away at endless weeks of tests and papers, I had only a handful of 3 hour, high pressure scribble fests. However, exams… Read more » about Olivia’s top study tips

Being Taiwanese in Bournemouth

June 24, 2016

Bournemouth, of course, is one of the most well-known tourist destinations with pleasant climates throughout the year in the UK. When I first came to the city, I did not worry about whether or not I would get used to it; I can get any questions answered through the Bournemouth University Taiwanese Students Association on… Read more » about Being Taiwanese in Bournemouth

Being Ghanaian in Bournemouth

June 17, 2016

If you’ve made the decision to come to Bournemouth Uni – great! Perhaps, if you are Ghanaian, you may be wondering what it’s like here and more importantly, are there more of us here? Will you feel at home? So many questions… Well, I’m here to set your mind at ease (Oh, you’re welcome…) Walking… Read more » about Being Ghanaian in Bournemouth