This is a guest blog by Olivia de Cabral, a 2nd year BA (Hons) Media Production student. Olivia started her university journey in September 2024. Moving away from home was very intimidating at first, I’ve lived at home for all of my life and haven’t moved out of the area of London since I was… Read more » about My First Year University Journey
Your Guide to Thriving at Bournemouth University: From Freshers to Final Year
Rachel is a final-year BA (Hons) Marketing Communications student here at Bournemouth University. Whether you’re stepping onto campus for the first time or getting ready to finish your degree, university is full of excitement and growth, Rachel has tips to make the most of your time at as a student. After enjoying the fun of… Read more » about Your Guide to Thriving at Bournemouth University: From Freshers to Final Year
An Introduction to BA (Hons) Film at Bournemouth University
Are you interested in studying Film at Bournemouth University? Second year student Thomas Sutherland has an introduction to the course. I entered the BA (Hons) Film course with no prior experience in the field, which had me worried about whether I would be behind my classmates. However, after the introduction lecture and meeting the faculty… Read more » about An Introduction to BA (Hons) Film at Bournemouth University
How to get into the animation industry
Ben is a final year BSc (Hons) Computer Animation & Visual Effects student who has just come to the end of his degree. He’s shared in the post below what he’s enjoyed about the course and some advice for anyone looking at studying the course here at BU. I would 100% recommend Bournemouth University to… Read more » about How to get into the animation industry
Beyond the Essay: The Variety of University Assignments
When most people think of university assignments, the image that often comes to mind is the classic essay: a few thousand words, properly referenced, and submitted by a looming deadline. While essays still play an important role – especially in subjects like History – the reality of university coursework is far more diverse and creative… Read more » about Beyond the Essay: The Variety of University Assignments
Preparing To Start University
Preparing to start university can be daunting. And if you’re moving out for the first time there’s also a lot to get. So where do you begin? Start by creating a list of your most needed basics and categorise into different areas, e.g. bedroom, kitchen, bathroom, and study. Below I’ve made a list to help… Read more » about Preparing To Start University
University Explained – The Differences Between School, Sixth Form and University
As exciting as starting university can be, there are a few differences from school, Sixth Form and college, which are important to know about to make the most of your studies and student life during your degree. One of the major differences is how timetable looks and the different types of classes you will experience… Read more » about University Explained – The Differences Between School, Sixth Form and University
Choosing a University Course – What if I Change my Mind?
With your chosen university course being something, you’ll study for the next three to four years, as you can imagine, it’s a pretty big decision. But don’t be alarmed; there are ways to make this decision easily, like this blog! Here we’ll outline how to choose your university course, how to narrow it down and also… Read more » about Choosing a University Course – What if I Change my Mind?
Join UniBuddy and UniBuddy Communities
During the transition to University, it’s completely normal to have lots of questions about degrees, student life and starting university. That’s why Unibuddy is brilliant and allows you to ask all of the questions important to making the right choices for you and your future studies. UniBuddy is an online messaging platform, where Bournemouth University… Read more » about Join UniBuddy and UniBuddy Communities
A student’s guide to navigating exams at Bournemouth University
Exam season can be one of the most stressful times at university. But here at Bournemouth University, there is plenty of help available to handle the pressure and stress surrounding exams. Firstly, get organised and know when your exams are. If you know exactly how long you have until your exams you can prepare content… Read more » about A student’s guide to navigating exams at Bournemouth University
Balancing 101 Things: Work, Uni and Study
Trust me when I say balancing all three is a real talent especially when procrastination is in FULL force. Keeping track of deadlines, assignments, the dreaded split shift at work or even just trying to have a life outside of writing what seems like your 100th essay of the year is a lot. Whether you’re… Read more » about Balancing 101 Things: Work, Uni and Study
Degree Apprenticeships vs University: Which is the best for you?
Choosing between a degree apprenticeship and a traditional university degree is a big decision. Both options offer unique pros and cons – but ultimately deciding which is best suited to you all comes down to a few factors; personal learning style, financial situation and career aspirations. We all know by now what university entails, but… Read more » about Degree Apprenticeships vs University: Which is the best for you?









