Bournemouth has much to offer the typical student, with plenty of options for social days and evenings out but Bournemouth is just a small part of the County of Dorset, and Dorset has many historic landmarks, beautiful coasts, and areas of natural beauty that can be explored. Just on the edge of Bournemouth in between Muscliffe… Read more » about On your doorstep: Throop Mill
Making the most of your time at BU
Moving to university can be a daunting task for all of us but one of the most important things I’ve learnt over my three years of belonging at BU is to make the most out of your time at such an amazing uni. You can easily get swept up with the thought that you have to go out… Read more » about Making the most of your time at BU
Why I stayed at BU
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
The social life of a postgrad student
Ellie is here to talk to you about the social life of a postgrad student…
Living in Bournemouth: through the eyes of an International student
Trust me when I say this to you, as much as I loved and was thrilled to finally be in England, and in Bournemouth no less, the knowledge that I was all alone in a completely new place was so overwhelming that I sat in my room after I moved into my accommodation for about ten… Read more » about Living in Bournemouth: through the eyes of an International student
New Year’s Eve in Bournemouth: planning and partying
With Christmas just around the corner it’s time to start planning for the biggest night on your social calendar… NYE! Whether you want to dance the night away or see in 2017 with great food, here is a list of what’s happening right on your doorstep in Bournemouth. Halo Your favourite church based club is… Read more » about New Year’s Eve in Bournemouth: planning and partying
Christmas in Bournemouth: places to go and things to do
Despite Bournemouth being quieter at the moment than during the term, there are still lots of things to do as you prepare for Christmas. The city seems less crowded due to the fact that many students are going back home, not only uni students, but also students from language schools too. If you’re staying in the town for Christmas… Read more » about Christmas in Bournemouth: places to go and things to do
Bournemouth’s bustling Christmas market, ice-skating & mulled wine!
Hi, I’m Danielle Cook studying MA Corporate Communication at BU. One of the best parts of studying in Bournemouth is its vibrant centre, the hub of the town where community events and celebrations take place. This holiday season, Bournemouth Square is home to a bustling Christmas market, with stalls offering one-of-a-kind Christmas gifts and… Read more » about Bournemouth’s bustling Christmas market, ice-skating & mulled wine!
It’s Christmas time in Bournemouth!
Hello, I’m Danielle. An MA Corporate Communication student at BU. I’m going to talk about the festive activities in Bournemouth during the Christmas holidays.
Christmas in Bournemouth
Ahh, Christmas!! The one thing everyone is waiting for with bated breath now University is in full flow and you’ve got deadlines and class tests every week. Once you hand in your last piece of work, or put that last full stop at the end of your final test, the feeling of freedom is inexplicable. So, here’s… Read more » about Christmas in Bournemouth
The Best Restaurants in Bournemouth
One of the perks of living in Bournemouth is that it’s a tourist honeypot site meaning that it has soo many good places to eat. Whatever your preference or budget, there will be somewhere you can find that will keep you wanting to go back: Mexican, Italian, Japanese, or just a big full English. It’s… Read more » about The Best Restaurants in Bournemouth
The SUBU Christmas Market
Diman shows us what the winter market at BU has to offer!
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