Student Blog

We answer your top questions

February 2, 2016

Have you got questions about BU? We’ve picked out some of your frequently asked questions… I’ve just received a conditional offer for BU, when can I book my accommodation? Congratulations, that’s great news! We are just finalising our release dates for undergraduate students joining us in September 2016. We will share these details in spring 2016…. Read more » about We answer your top questions

Why I love being a BU sport scholar

February 1, 2016

Receiving a BU Sport Scholarship is about more than just money. We asked some of our students what it means to them to have a Sport Scholarship, and here’s what they said: Chloe Thomas – table tennis My name is Chloe and I am a first year student at Bournemouth Uni, studying Nutrition. I am a… Read more » about Why I love being a BU sport scholar

Don’t be intimidated by the library

January 29, 2016

Many people think that a big building with five floors filled top-to-bottom with books, journals and articles would be intimidating. When I first started at uni, I didn’t even know where the library was. In fact, I didn’t even go in there for the first term, but once I stepped foot inside, I never looked… Read more » about Don’t be intimidated by the library

How BU got me to where I am now

January 28, 2016

When I look back at my time at Bournemouth University, it instantly brings a smile to my face and makes me feel nostalgic about four of the best years in my life. Four years which have helped shape my life, my career and the people I chose to have close to me. I studied Leisure… Read more » about How BU got me to where I am now

Amba’s story: Applicant Open Days

January 27, 2016

Applicant Open Days are for applicants who have been offered a place to study at BU – congratulations if that’s you! Based on her own experience, Amba tells us what you can expect at the day, and how it can help you choose your uni.

The daily routine of a Psychology student

January 25, 2016

Luckily for me, I rarely have 9am lectures – I guess the Psychology lecturers don’t want to start work at the crack of dawn either! 8:30 I wake up, with great difficulty, and cobble a socially acceptable outfit together. By the time I’ve finished getting ready it’s time to catch the U3 bus to Uni,… Read more » about The daily routine of a Psychology student

Amba’s story: Learning support at BU

January 22, 2016

What learning support it available at BU? Amba tells us about Additional Learning Support, Study Skills, language support and Peer Assisted Learning.

Waiting for your application response

January 21, 2016

Having completed your full application to UCAS and having carried out all aspects of that including: writing your personal statement, stating your college/school grades etc., you then have the joy of waiting. It’s boring, I know. When I was waiting for my replies, I was checking my emails every chance I got. That is why… Read more » about Waiting for your application response

Why I love Nutrition at BU

January 20, 2016

Nutrition is an excellent course to pursue at BU for many different reasons. The reason I love this course is that the lecturers are extremely friendly and are easy to talk to, making you want to listen and learn much more. But putting that aside the resources available to use are excellent, there’s even a… Read more » about Why I love Nutrition at BU

Jessica’s story: Introducing SUBU

January 19, 2016

Want to know about clubs and societies at BU? Interested in how you can make your voice heard? Here’s Jessica to introduce you to the Bournemouth University Students’ Union!

Bills, dough and wonga: applying for student finance

January 15, 2016

With the UCAS deadline fast approaching, it’s time to sort out your coppers. Luckily for you I’ve done the research so you don’t have to. I know it can be boring so I’ll keep it simple. Feel free to send me food as a thank you… Most people will receive two types of loans: A… Read more » about Bills, dough and wonga: applying for student finance