Having a Christmas dinner with my university flatmates and housemates has been a tradition for me since first year. For the last three years, we have dedicated one Saturday in December to spend together, wearing our best Christmas jumpers, playing Secret Santa, and most importantly, having the Christmas dinner! Of course, I will 100% recommend… Read more » about The importance of having a flat/house Christmas dinner
My Bournemouth top ten
One of the best things about coming to study in Bournemouth is the location. You’re right on the coast, in a beautiful part of the world in a lively town that has plenty to offer. Whether you want a club, culture, or natural beauty, there’ll be something for everyone. Hopefully, you’ll have a great time… Read more » about My Bournemouth top ten
The world (or at least England) is your oyster
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
Why I love living in Bournemouth
So, many of you might be wondering why some of us chose to study at Bournemouth Uni. In all honesty, the location was one of the main influences for me and I’m assuming for many others too. Bournemouth used to be a sleepy seaside town filled with fishermen and smugglers. Fast forward to 2016 and… Read more » about Why I love living in Bournemouth
Harriet Rose’s story: Reasons why I love BU
Harriet Rose tells us why she loves BU, and why she loves Bournemouth.
Bournemouth’s surf scene and the Surf Club
When I’ve asked other students what their reasons were for coming to Bournemouth University, a regular response is for the beautiful beach. I must admit, as a girl who couldn’t bear to be more than half an hour from the sea, it was definitely an important factor in making my choice. But with the beach,… Read more » about Bournemouth’s surf scene and the Surf Club
Amba’s story: Nightlife in Bournemouth
If you want to know about nightlife in Bournemouth, then Amba’s here to tell you!
Lydia’s story: Things to do in Bournemouth
Meet Lydia, who’s a Television Production student at BU. In her first vlog, she tells us about things you can do in Bournemouth.
Benny’s story: Embracing your uniqueness at uni
For lots of you, going to uni will be a chance to gain independence and try out new things. Everyone will be different, so Benny vlogs about embracing your uniqueness at uni!
Patricia’s top ten things to do in Bournemouth
So you’re either an A-level or equivalent student who has never heard of Bournemouth and have no idea where it is, or you made the leap and have decided to put it as one of your choices of university, OR you could be anywhere between those two situations. Basically, whether you have heard about it… Read more » about Patricia’s top ten things to do in Bournemouth
Life’s a beach in Bournemouth
Oh we do like to be beside the seaside, don’t we? The salty air, the soft sand, the salty yet soggy chips and we can’t forget the seagulls wailing while they hunt for leftovers. Yes, we all love a place by the sea. But what makes Bournemouth so special is how lovely a beach it… Read more » about Life’s a beach in Bournemouth
Dominic’s story: Time to get sporty
Want to know about fitness and sport at BU? Dominic runs us through some of the things you can do with SportBU…
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