Part 2: You don’t have to wait until crisis point to ask for help

In Part 1, I shared how Additional Learning Support has helped me throughout my postgraduate studies at BU. Alongside academic support, student wellbeing and mental health support has also played an important part in my university experience.  I have undertaken considerable training myself in areas such as suicide prevention and am a qualified Mental Health… Read more » about Part 2: You don’t have to wait until crisis point to ask for help

Part 1: How Additional Learning Support has helped me thrive at BU

As a late diagnosed, multiply neurodivergent postgraduate student living with several chronic physical health conditions, studying at Bournemouth University has meant much more to me than gaining qualifications. One of the things I have valued most about BU is its inclusive approach and the genuine emphasis placed both on student wellbeing and on supporting students… Read more » about Part 1: How Additional Learning Support has helped me thrive at BU

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Learning to Listen: Mindfulness, food, and student life

This is a guest post by Cecilia Vargas, MSc Nutrition and Behaviour University life can feel like a lot sometimes, between deadlines, social plans, part-time jobs, and trying to take care of yourself, it’s easy to end up running on autopilot. You wake up, rush to class, grab whatever food is available, and suddenly the… Read more » about Learning to Listen: Mindfulness, food, and student life

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University resources if you have concerns about your mental health

Bournemouth University has several resources to help support students no matter their situation, if concerned about your mental health here is a list of ways the University can provide support: There are over 30 services available at Bournemouth University through Health and Wellbeing which help students in a variety of ways, such as with bereavement,… Read more » about University resources if you have concerns about your mental health

My experience of student support services at BU

Speaking as someone who has fibromyalgia, personality disorder and chronic fatigue to name a few disabilities I have, I have always felt that I wouldn’t be able to complete my nursing degree as they would hold me back but BU have so much support, help and advice that I’ve flown through my first year and… Read more » about My experience of student support services at BU

Looking after No.1: Your wellbeing whilst at university

Moving away from home, to a new city, or even just starting a new academic adventure is a huge life change for anyone. The concerns and worries that can surface when at university can make the whole exciting transition very overwhelming. Here are just a few of my wellbeing tips, advice and services available that I’ve… Read more » about Looking after No.1: Your wellbeing whilst at university

My top tips for wellbeing for winter

Whilst winter brings with it joyous celebrations and sometimes the biggest sense of community, it also brings earlier sunsets and colder days. It’s common to feel gloomier and more alone around the season, although there are so many ways to improve this! This blog will centre around the best ways to improve your mental and… Read more » about My top tips for wellbeing for winter

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Five simple and affordable ways to keep healthy during university

It’s no secret that throughout university, us students can fall into unhealthy habits of consuming one too many Pot Noodles and the only exercise being walking back from the club after a long night out. Whilst these activities can of course be a part of the uni-life, its important to not repeat too many unhealthy… Read more » about Five simple and affordable ways to keep healthy during university

From a final year, to a first year

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

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Academic and personal support at BU

While choosing the right university, you never know how well you would integrate in the course or in the student community. I think considering a university for the support that it offers is a key aspect to examine during your selection process. In my opinion, transitioning from Bachelors to Master’s was made easy thanks to… Read more » about Academic and personal support at BU

How cold water swimming improves my wellbeing

This is a guest blog by Louise Rowley, currently studying BSc (Hons) Adult Nursing at Bournemouth University. As I stood on the beach feeling the cold air, I had a feeling of fight or flight. The notion that I knew that the water will be cold and will affect me even shock me made me… Read more » about How cold water swimming improves my wellbeing