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Highest quality assured for BU 23 December 2008
BU receives the highest possible praise for the quality of its academic standards.
BU Celebrates World Class Research 18 December 2008
BU celebrates world class recognition of its research.
Andrew's a True Marvel 11 December 2008
The BBC's Andrew Marr ha revealed his views on modern journalism during a special Masterclass at BU.
Innovative learning recognised at BU 9 December 2008
BU staff have been recognised for their outstanding contribution to student learning at a recent award ceremony at BU.
BUs largest grant to boost digital media 5 December 2008
BU is celebrating the awarding of its largest ever grant from a major UK research council.
Top political historian visits BU 4 December 2008
A top political historian has revealed his views on ‘The Brown Style of Government’ at BU.
Graduate’s film reaches new heights 1 December 2008
A BU TV Production graduate has returned from a challenging Himalaya trek, while capturing the story of a paranoid schizophrenic.
BU bestows Entrepreneurial award 26 November 2008
BU has selected local businessman Mark Cribb as winner of the Dorset Business Entrepreneur of the Year Award.
Students exchange studies for currencies 25 November 2008
Students from BU’s Business School have gained real life trading experience at a top global financial institution.
Graduate’s invention takes to the water 24 November 2008
A new video camera designed for water sports activity is about to be launched, with the help of an outstanding BU graduate.
Report exposes Asian wildlife trade 20 November 2008
The trade and movement of wildlife in south-east Asia is the subject of a major report co-authored by BU’s Professor Adrian Newton.
Students BIRSt through at Radio Awards 14 November 2008
Radio students strike gold for third successive year at national Student Radio Awards.
'The Police' legend is made Doctor of Arts 13 November 2008
Legendary rock and jazz guitarist Andy Summers has received an Honorary Doctor of Arts degree from BU.
BU Honorary Doctorate for RNLI 7 November 2008
The Chief Executive of the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI), Andrew Freemantle CBE, is awarded an honorary degree by BU.
Award ceremonies graduate with honours 6 November 2008
BU graduands are currently being congratulated at the annual award ceremonies.
Graduation celebrations commence 4 November 2008
BU celebrates graduate achievements at the annual Award Ceremonies.
Collection marks decade of art on campus 3 November 2008
BU's Art Loan Collection is celebrating its 10th anniversary this year.
BU launches new research centre 30 October 2008
The new international Centre for Wellbeing & Quality of Life has now been launched.
BU examines future of tourism 29 October 2008
Tourism industry executives from across the globe will be joining BU experts at the global World Travel Market.
Hidden history of TV and Radio at BU 27 October 2008
Hidden archives spanning 50 years of independent TV and Radio History have now arrived at BU.
Iconic art embodies spirit of BU 13 October 2008
An original new sculpture that reflects the spirit of Bournemouth university has been celebrated with a special dedication event.
BU student scoops Citizens Award 9 October 2008
A BU Law Student has won the Citizens Advice Student of the Year Award.
Food safety fears in student fridges 3 October 2008
A BU study has highlighted the serious food safety risks involved in shared student refrigerators.
BU seeks new Board Member 30 September 2008
Bournemouth University is seeking a new member to join its university Board.
BU stages Computer Animation show 30 September 2008
Our National Centre for Computer Animation stages its postgraduate degree show this Friday 3 October 2008, at Framestore CFC London.
BU celebrates highest ratings ever 24 September 2008
BU is celebrating a very successful year as performance figures rise significantly in all four major league tables.
Results from Stonehenge dig revealed 22 September 2008
BU's Archaeology expert presents evidence from Stonehenge dig, revealing its use as an ancient healing site, to the world's media.
BU academia support Zimbabwe book appeal 17 September 2008
A BU Academic is helping deprived students from his native country Zimbabwe, by launching a university book appeal.
Shakespear’s drive brings home medals 11 September 2008
Consistency is the key as BU golfer brings home two medals from world golf event.
BU hosts international research conference 8 September 2008
An international conference which explores innovative approaches for understanding people’s lives takes place at BU this week.
BU gears up for 2012 3 September 2008
BU experts play key role in research for 2012 Olympic Games.
BU flies high at Air Festival 28 August 2008
BU is proud to be supporting Bournemouth’s first ever Air Festival which comes to town this week.
Innovative partnership to tackle trauma 22 August 2008
BU’s renowned Media School is conducting an innovative e-learning project to help tackle work -based trauma.
BU STRIDEs to keep skills in region 19 August 2008
BU launches STRIDE – a project which encourages graduates to remain and work in the region.
BU makes Clearing clearer 13 August 2008
Our Clearing Helpdesk opens this Thursday to give vital support and advice.
BU finds lowest ever cancer death rate 11 August 2008
Researchers from BU’s School of Health & Social Care have found that cancer deaths are markedly down in England & Wales.
BU research to aid skin sufferers 5 August 2008
A BU Research Fellow is conducting a UK study into care given to sufferers of psoriasis.
BU gives CSI exercise 1 August 2008
Students gain unique hands-on experience at BU's world-class forensic workshops.
UK television debut for BU graduates 29 July 2008
A film directed and produced by two BU graduates receives its TV premiere this weekend on Channel 4.
BU Partnership increases profitability 23 July 2008
A local business has reported a significant increase in turnover and savings thanks to a successful partnership with BU.
BU in ‘Entrepreneur of the Year’ search 21 July 2008
BU is pleased to be sponsoring the new Entrepreneur category at this year’s Dorset Business Awards.
Radio expert explores poet’s trial 18 July 2008
BU’s Professor of Radio Sean Street will explore the trial of controversial poet Ezra Pound, on BBC Radio 3’s ‘The Sunday Feature’.
Top students put campus on Google Earth 17 July 2008
Two BU students have used their creative flair, initiative and technical expertise to win a top 3D design award.
BU students at Europe’s biggest showcase 15 July 2008
Design and engineering students from BU showcase their designs at a top London exhibition.
Grad's Ad is Out of this World! 18 July 2008
A BU graduate has made the record books by creating the first television advert beamed into space.
Shipworm points to global warming 11 July 2008
BU experts link discovery of a warm water shipworm to evidence of climate change.
Graduate pens ‘Inventing for Dummies’ 8 July 2008
A BU Product Design graduate has launched a new book to help turn bright ideas into big business.
Graduate design best for festival survival 3 July 2008
A pop-up tent designed by BU Product Design graduate has been voted top festival accessory by ‘The Gadget Show’.
BU launches ‘world-class’ MBA 2 July 2008
Our newly launched MBA postgraduate course is the UK’s first to specialise in five different industry sectors.
BU academic helps promote surgical safety 30 June 2008
A BU health care expert is helping to improve the safety of patients undergoing hospital surgery.
BU Dean hits top ten book list 20 June 2008
A publication written by the Dean of the Business School has been listed as a ‘Top Ten Best Business Book’.
Its email, but at a snail's pace... 18 June 2008
BU Researchers devise project to challenge our obsession with the speed of sending and receiving emails.
Festival of Design & Innovation 2008 11 June 2008
Come and be inspired at this year’s Festival of Design & Innovation
Top award for BU design graduate 9 June 2008
BU Product Design graduate wins place on prestigious Flying Start Programme, taking her to USA’s top universities and companies.
Global Centre unveils new director 30 May 2008
Learning and Teaching head is appointed Director of the new Centre for Global Perspectives.
BU is UK’s Leading New University 13 May 2008
It's official - BU is the highest rated new University in the UK .
New Executive Business School for BU 7 May 2008
BU is strengthening its reputation with a £5m investment in a new Executive Business School building.
BU’s postgraduate medical centre 7 May 2008
BU has opened its doors to the first postgraduate medical centre in Dorset, and it’s already benefiting newly qualified doctors.
BU declared HD ready 2 May 2008
New TV studio takes centre stage during ‘High Definition Celebration’.
BU climbs higher in UK league table 30 April 2008
BU moves up 10 places in the latest UK university league table.
Sony studio set for celebration 23 April 2008
BU’s TV studio ready to host ‘High Definition Celebration’.
BU makes positive impact on the economy 21 April 2008
A new report reveals the importance of BU’s impact on the local and regional economy.
BU experts complete Stonehenge excavation 16 April 2008
BU archaeologists complete rare excavation at ancient monument.
Bryson takes to ‘Streets of Bournemouth’ 14 April 2008
A world-famous author has become Patron of BU’s ‘Streets of Bournemouth’ project.
Economics expert joins BU 8 April 2008
Olympic economics expert joins the School of Services Management.
BU expert leads historic excavation 30 March 2008
Renowned BU archaeologist leads rare excavation at Stonehenge.
Professor Rosemary Pope 27 March 2008
Vice-Chancellor leads tributes following the death of respected colleague.
Grant links animation and psychology 20 March 2008
BU is awarded major funding to support ground-breaking research linking animation and psychology.
UK film premiere for BU graduates 7 March 2008
MBA students chase California dream through international sports business competition.
Streets of Bournemouth a virtual reality 7 February 2008
Major funding ensures Bournemouth's history is no longer a thing of the past.
Students relaunch award-winning station 5 February 2008
Our award-winning internet radio station, BIRSt, run by MA students, is back on the air.
Screenwriting showcase attracts top talent 29 January 2008
We’re hosting a Graduate Screenwriting Showcase at the Writers’ Guild in London and presenting the Alan Plater Screenwriting Award.
Flying start for Kauffman Fellow 29 January 2008
One of our graduates has embarked on a six-month fellowship in the US to boost his business acumen.
International new media expert joins BU 25 January 2008
One of the world’s leading e-learning experts has joined BU as Professor of New Media Environments.
Ashes challenge awaits BU coach 23 January 2008
Our Strength and Conditioning Co-ordinator is flying the flag for BU during the England ladies cricket tour of Australia and New Zealand.
Harry’s Orb makes judges glow 22 January 2008
BU Graduate Harry Ward is through to the national final of the E.ON Energy Lab competition.
Student midwives awarded Scholarships 21 January 2008
Two of our midwifery students have been awarded coveted scholarships to attend a high profile conference in June.
BU seminar on region's Olympic tourism benefits 9 January 2008
We're hosting a research seminar to discuss ways we can use the 2012 Games to maximise tourism potential.
Golfers swing for BUSA titles 9 January 2008
Our men’s golf team is making quite an impression in university league competitions.
2008 Preview: BU looks ahead to an exciting year 8 January 2008
We’re looking forward to an exciting year at BU.
Professor’s research focus for BBC Radio 4 programme 4 January 2008
The work of Professor Sean Street from our Media School features on BBC Radio 4’s Archive Hour
