The first day of moving to your new university town will come, whether you’re excited, nervous, or secretly dreading it. There are lots of things to think about regarding the big move, and these are some of my top tips for getting through the first couple of weeks of adjusting to a new environment with… Read more » about The Big Move!
In my first year of studying BA (Hons) International Tourism and Hospitality Management, the units I studied included Tourism and Hospitality Industries, Financial Reporting, Tourism Wildlife and the Environment, Marketing, Food Systems, and Global Hospitality. Over the entire year, I was on campus for an average of 4 days per week. During peak assignment times… Read more » about My top tips for Tourism and Hospitality 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
Hey this is Madhumitha, a postgraduate film student at Bournemouth University. Watch me take you through some of the travel packing mistakes and lessons I learnt as a postgraduate student flying to the UK for the first time!
I am so jealous of everyone going into first year, you are in for the best experience of your life! I wish I could start it all over again. If I did start all over again, these are some of the things I wish I knew from the beginning. 1. Living experience It is important… Read more » about From a final year, to a first year
This is a guest blog by BA (Hons) Events Management student Emma Cottingham. Emma shares what it is like to study at Bournemouth University and offers some top tips to future students starting university. Why did you decide to study at BU and what attracted you to the Events Management degree? I have always been… Read more » about Why I chose BU to study Events Management
After living in the United Kingdom for almost 5 years now and working in almost 10 different job roles, I have learned a few tips and tricks on how to write a CV and cover letter. If you would like to find out more, check out the vlog below!
One thing most students worry about before coming to university is money. But, don’t worry, you won’t have to live off Pot Noodles because that is all you can afford. That is a myth. You can eat well and do all the things you want to. The trick is budgeting. Some people do end up… Read more » about How I manage my student finance
It’s December and it seems that trees are up everywhere, lights are flashing away…it can only mean that Christmas is coming around again. Unfortunately, due to the current pandemic this year’s Christmas will be very different to ones we’ve had previously. But that does not mean it can’t be an enjoyable time. So here are… Read more » about How to have a great Christmas in lockdown
When you’re making your five university choices through UCAS, we know how important it is for you (new prospective students) to hear from current students who are living and breathing everything BU. That’s why in the lead up to the 15 January UCAS deadline, we got some of our students in to talk to us… Read more » about Hear what our students have to say -Q and A
Doing a degree can be incredibly stressful, particularly around deadlines and exams. It is important to have a break every once in a while, to recharge and chill. So here are my top 7 things to try when you feel stressed, overwhelmed, or just want a break. I have scored each one out of 10,… Read more » about Taking a break – top 7 ways to relax when stressed
Uni life = small bedrooms. The struggle is so real!! Hopefully some of these tips will help you make the most of your storage space whilst at uni!
Accommodation options for Postgraduate students
It’s Assessment Centre and Interview Season: Here’s How To Succeed
Work, study, success: 5 easy tips for balancing part-time work and your studies to avoid burnout.
Moving to Bournemouth: Tips for a Smooth Transition to Life in the UK
How Bournemouth University supported me during my arrival?
Balancing Academics and Social Life
Pros and cons of living with friends
The difference in learning system in the UK vs other countries: An International student perspective
Looking for part-time jobs
Why I chose Bournemouth University: A BU International College student’s story