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Minister recognises BU’s help for graduates 22 December 2009
UK Minister for Higher Education tours University campuses to see firsthand how BU supports graduate development.
Innovative approaches to HE recognised at BU 17 December 2009
BU Vice-Chancellor hosts annual awards ceremony to celebrate staff success.
BU achieves top UK performance in journalism 8 December 2009
BU’s renowned journalism degree has been named the best course of its kind in the UK by the top training body for the profession.
BU graduate wins Best Thesis award 8 December 2009
An outstanding BU masters graduate has won a leading European tourism science award for Best International Thesis.
Beijing students to make UK ‘dream’ trip 30 November 2009
Chinese group to visit BU after winning the British Council’s Dream Lab challenge.
BU helps launch England Honour Society for Nurses 25 November 2009
Senior academics from the School of Health & Social Care have pledged their support to nursing development across England.
BU is focused on Fairtrade 25 November 2009
BU retains its Fairtrade University status for the fourth consecutive year.
BU academics contribute to social work textbook 18 November 2009
Staff from the School of Health & Social Care have featured in a popular handbook aimed at social work students.
Media value should determine cost of access 17 November 2009
BU Visiting Professor argues that artificial barriers should not stop consumers from accessing media content in the digital age.
Film-maker urges graduates to shake up TV 16 November 2009
Award-winning director appeals for graduate talent after receiving Honorary Doctorate from BU.
Doctorate for leading Dorset businessman 13 November 2009
Leading Dorset businessman Gordon Page has described receiving his honourary degree from BU as a “special honour”.
BU Tourism Frontiers celebrate 30 years of WTM 13 November 2009
Secretary General of UN World Tourism Organization Dr Taleb Rifai opens the BU Tourism Futures Forum at World Travel Market.
BU media student to publish debut novel 10 November 2009
A student from BU’s Media School has had her first novel accepted for publication.
NCCA becomes the world’s second Houdini Certified School 10 November 2009
BU's National Centre for Computer Animation (NCCA) has been commended for its use of Houndini animation software.
New Institute in Tourism at BU 6 November 2009
Professor Paul Curran, BU Vice-Chancellor, has today announced the establishment of The John Kent Institute in Tourism.
Doctorate awarded to noted chemist 6 November 2009
Degree recognises the successful career of leading industrial chemist Bernard Dyer.
Honorary award for Brigadier Jane Arigho 6 November 2009
Degree recognises the successful career of the UK’s leading military nurse
Paralympic cycling hero receives honorary doctorate 3 November 2009
Darren Kenny has been presented with an honorary degree at a BU Award Ceremony.
BU to celebrate graduate achievements 2 November 2009
Thousands of people will join BU to celebrate the success of its latest graduates during the 2009 Award Ceremonies.
Postgraduate Awareness Week at BU 2 November 2009
BU has been raising awareness of its wide range of postgraduate opportunities.
BU Professorial Inaugural Lecture Series 2009/10 19 October 2009
BU is pleased to announce the launch of its Professorial Inaugural Lecture series 2009/10.
Vice-Chancellor proud of BU achievements 15 October 2009
BU celebrates “best year ever” following its success in the 2009 Times Higher Education (THE) Awards.
People at the heart of BU award nod 13 October 2009
Vice-Chancellor credits people for putting BU in line for Times Higher Education (THE) Awards.
Court presidency for Chancellor-designate 6 October 2009
Former Law Lord becomes head of the UK’s highest court of appeal.
BU research focuses on ‘humanising’ health care 1 October 2009
In the midst of the humanising health care debate, BU research has iden tified the need for patient care to be more personalised
BU’s Executive Business Centre opens 25 September 2009
Lord Phillips describes BU’s Executive Business Centre as “magnificent” at the Centre’s official opening.
BU unveils new student housing 22 September 2009
Bournemouth Mayor does the honours as new student accommodation officially opens.
BU research helps patients with back pain 18 September 2009
The care given to patients suffering from back pain will be improved thanks to new research undertaken by BU healthcare academics.
Tourism & motorsport explored at BU 18 September 2009
The relationship between motorsport and tourism was a key discussion at an international tourism conference held recently at BU.
BU sets sail at world-class events 16 September 2009
BU will be down at the 2012 Olympic sailing venue this September participating in two world-class sailing events.
Vice-Chancellor appointed society president 15 September 2009
BU Vice-Chancellor’s new role as President of a leading UK science society is a “great honor”.
Editors’ Breakfast gets bigger and better 15 September 2009
The region’s top journalists will review the day’s newspapers at BU’s high-profile Executive Business Centre event.
Thirty years of BA Business Studies at BU 15 September 2009
BU celebrates 30th anniversary of its flagship Business Studies course.
Footprints lead BU to research prize shortlist 10 September 2009
Ground-breaking work in conservation sciences leads BU academics to shortlist for major prize.
Bucking the trend with academic appointments 10 September 2009
BU is recruiting 37 talented academics.
BU shortlisted for University of the Year 10 September 2009
BU is named as a finalist for top honours in this year’s Times Higher Education Awards
Professor joins International Tourism Academy 4 September 2009
A BU Professor has become the youngest member of the International Academy for the Study of Tourism.
Software research team wins prestigious award 4 September 2009
A BU research paper, published in the Journal of Navigation, has received a prestigious medal from HRH The Duke of Edinburgh.
Exclusive events launch new Business Centre 2 September 2009
BU’s new Executive Business Centre is being launched this autumn.
BU supports health care education in Nepal 2 September 2009
A grant from the British Council will enable higher education institutions in Nepal to benefit from BU’s health care expertise.
Hungry in hospital, healthy in prison? 1 September 2009
The results from BU research into hospital and prison foodservice has made national headlines.
Science puts BU research on world stage 28 August 2009
A trio of landmark papers published in Science magazine during 2009 provide an excellent indicator of BU’s engagement in world-leading research.
BU congratulates students on exam success 20 August 2009
BU’s Clearing Helpline is open for vital guidance and advice.
BU flies high at Air Festival 19 August 2009
BU is proud to be supporting the Bournemouth Air Festival which comes to town this week.
ESRC grant for BU sport tourism research 13 August 2009
Following a successful funding bid, a BU sports academic is leading a new international research project into sport tourism.
Students set for African sports adventure 12 August 2009
BU sport students are preparing for a month-long trip to Africa, where they will use their skills to help underprivileged children.
Orthosis research makes progress at BU 7 August 2009
Engineers and medics from the UK and USA joined forces recently to discuss ways to improve quality of life for stroke victims.
Hominin research takes another big step 3 August 2009
Further footprint material has been gathered during a field study in Kenya.
Ecological restoration brings benefits 31 July 2009
Study shows the economic and environmental benefits of ecological restoration.
Study reveals biodiversity loss 29 July 2009
Good research follow-up re-visits Dorset woodland study of the 1930s.
BU achieves EcoCampus bronze award 29 July 2009
New award recognises BU’s commitment to be being a leading environmentally friendly university.
BU to study older people's quality of life 24 July 2009
BU researchers are taking part in the UK’s largest study of the quality of life of older people, thanks to a £400,000 grant.
BU in search for Dorset’s top Entrepreneur 24 July 2009
BU is looking for Dorset’s leading Entrepreneur for this year’s Dorset Business Awards.
Day dawns for virtual museum project 17 July 2009
Old photos of Bournemouth will be viewed for the first time in decades thanks to new online museum.
Pan-European project improves tourism e-services 15 July 2009
A major pan-European project designed to enhance online tourism services has been successfully completed by BU.
Unique research for BU and Tank Museum 14 July 2009
BU and Tank Museum collaborate on doctoral research to ensure Britain’s military history is saved.
Students win bronze at BBC Gardeners’ World 14 July 2009
A garden designed by BU students has won a top medal from the Royal Horticultural Society.
BU students ahead of the game 8 July 2009
BU software systems students are among the top three in the world after their outstanding achievement in Microsoft’s Imagine Cup.
How science saved the Large Blue butterfly 3 July 2009
BU professor contributes to major research to reintroduce an extinct butterfly in Britain.
Award-winning inventor inspires students 3 July 2009
Mandy Haberman, inventor of baby product, the Anywayup Cup, stressed the power of intellectual property at BU’s Design Festival.
Students win mentoring from Savoy’s finest 3 July 2009
Four BU students have won places on a new mentoring scheme that will enable them to learn from the UK’s top hotel professionals.
BU moves up the Green League Table 25 June 2009
Green initiatives help BU make progress in this year’s environmental league table for UK universities.
Imagineers in world-class competition final 23 June 2009
Four BU students will represent the UK at an international student technology competition, taking place in Egypt this July.
Students to benefit from new cycling DVD 23 June 2009
Keep Cycling, Keep Safe, produced by BU and Bournemouth Borough Council, will help international students stay safer on the roads.
New empirical research on TV formats 18 June 2009
A high-profile seminar has revealed successful strategies to tackle format copying of shows such as Britain’s Got Talent and X-Factor.
BU forms Education Partnership in South Africa 18 June 2009
BU has been awarded nearly £60,000 to develop a new partnership with CIDA City Campus in Johannesburg, South Africa.
BU’s Dream Lab challenge to Chinese students 15 June 2009
BU has joined four UK leading educational, cultural and scientific institutions to offer a unique challenge for students in China.
BU second in the UK for graduate prospects 12 June 2009
Excellent career prospects for BU graduates are recognised in UK league table.
Professor presents research to Chinese delegation 11 June 2009
BU’s Professor Mark Hadfield presented his RNLI research at an international tribology seminar
BU has the UK’s most Outstanding Library Team 10 June 2009
Times Higher Education award recognises achievements of BU's high quality library service.
Award-winning inventor opens Design Festival 8 June 2009
Graduate Franziska Conrad’s Gelert QuickPitch pop-up tent gained commercial success as a result of her festival showcase at BU in 2003.
BU’s climb in Good University Guide continues 4 June 2009
BU celebrates successful results in this week’s Good University Guide.
Exciting challenge for BU Business Dean 1 June 2009
New Business School Dean brings international reputation to BU.
Get active with sportBU 29 May 2009
sportBU is the new name for BU’s sport activity aimed at students, staff and the local community.
BU academic chairs UK law school committee 21 May 2009
The Dean of BU’s Business School has taken up the position of Chair of the Committee of Heads of University Law Schools.
BU students face Dorset ‘Dragons’ 20 May 2009
BU students have gone up against ‘Dragons’ from Dorset’s leading tourism industries in an exercise similar to the hit TV show.
BU graduate wins RTS award 15 May 2009
A “funny, focused and ambitious film” made by a BU graduate has scooped a prestigious award from the Royal Television Society.
Retail student clinches BU placement award 15 May 2009
An outstanding retail undergraduate has won BU’s top student placement award.
BU appoints leading maternity expert 14 May 2009
BU has appointed leading medical sociologist Professor Edwin van Teijlingen as Professor of Maternal & Perinatal Health Research.
BU consolidates position as Number One New University 12 May 2009
BU’s “magnificent achievement” in The Guardian University Guide consolidates its position as Number One New University.
Award puts Shine on BU student life 11 May 2009
Broadcaster Moira Stuart presents International Student award to BU’s Alina Talipova.
Nokia expert reveals secrets behind patents 8 May 2009
Nokia’s intellectual property expert has spoken to staff and students at BU about the importance of patents in telecommunications.
BU archives reflect Thatcher’s legacy 6 May 2009
On the 30th anniversary of Thatcher's rise to Prime Minister, a BU collection reveals her legacy on British broadcasting.
BU climbs to new height in uni guide 6 May 2009
BU’s continued progress is reflected in the latest university league table to be published.
BU researcher joins Paralympic Committee 28 April 2009
The 2012 Paralympics will benefit from unique research into prostheses technology, thanks to a BU academic.
BU reports on excellent progress 27 April 2009
Attendees hear excellent results at BU's Annual Review event.
BU names next Chancellor 24 April 2009
The fourth Chancellor for BU has been named.
MA Journalism students scoop top awards 23 April 2009
Three BU students are “thrilled” after winning national online journalism awards.
RNLI benefits from BU research 20 April 2009
A leading UK lifeboat charity is benefiting from the expertise of BU’s School of Design, Engineering & Computing.
BU students win project challenge 15 April 2009
BU has revealed the winning team of the Project Management University Challenge 2009.
BU student wins national essay prize 9 April 2009
A BU student’s essay on food psychology has taken top prize in a national writing competition
Students report on tourism sustainability 6 April 2009
A group of BU students have presented their ideas for sustainable tourism at a national show in London..
Top grant benefits BU orthosis research 3 April 2009
A Global Research Award has enabled a BU academic to patent a design which will help the rehabilitation of stroke victims.
BU expert reacts to G20 tax debate 1 April 2009
BU Senior Lecturer Richard Teather has criticised the Prime Minister’s tax proposal as ‘short sighted’.
Director of Public Prosecutions at BU 31 March 2009
Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) Keir Starmer QC delivers inaugural High Sheriff’s lecture at BU.
Pro-Vice-Chancellor Appointed 25 March 2009
One of BU’s Pro-Vice-Chancellors has been appointed to a new post within the University.
World Cup stardom for BU’s Atkins 25 March 2009
Celebrations are underway at BU after staff member Caroline Atkins guided England to victory in the 2009 women’s cricket world cup.
Geology research aids heart defect 25 March 2009
A BU Geologist’s research could provide a breakthrough for heart patients.
Software research pioneers new concept 23 March 2009
Peer-reviewed research proposes “radical approach” to software systems development.
BU awarded employment quality mark 20 March 2009
BU has been commended for our outstanding commitment to equality and diversity and for being a positive employer of disabled people.
BBC Head marks TV’s future 19 March 2009
BBC Director General points to the film industry model as a way for broadcasters to beat the recession, during his BU masterclass.
Business students excel in UK competition 16 March 2009
A group of BU students has successfully reached second place in a leading national business competition.
New partner brings global benefits to BU 11 March 2009
BU is expanding its international links through a new partnership with one of the UK's best known banking organisations.
BU triples Government research grant 10 March 2009
Government has tripled BU's research grant following its outstanding performance in the Research Assessment Exercise.
BU research heads cover of top journal 4 March 2009
BU’s landmark paper published in Science reflects the quality of the University’s world-leading research.
Academics challenge music copyright policy 2 March 2009
BU academics are challenging the Government’s policy on music copyright.
Ancient footprints reveal modern traits 27 February 2009
BU expert leads international research into the world’s second oldest footprints.
New Dean appointed for Business School 26 February 2009
BU has unveiled a prestigious academic with an international reputation for excellence as the new Dean of the Business School.
New line-up for student radio station 24 February 2009
BU’s unique online radio station is back.
BU signs first partnership with Microsoft 17 February 2009
BU has signed the UK’s first Higher Education Alliance Agreement with Global software Leaders Microsoft.
BU students become leaders of tomorrow 16 February 2009
A unique programme is helping to shape BU students as leaders of tomorrow.
Call for more midwives to save lives 12 February 2009
A leading BU academic joined fellow health professionals in calling for the Government to address the UK’s shortage of midwives.
Games pioneer inspires BU students 10 February 2009
BU staff and students given advice from Interactive Games pioneer Ian Livingstone OBE.
New international scholarship launched 4 February 2009
BU’s new scholarship will support international students with funding for their postgraduate studies.
Rallye ahead for BU students 29 January 2009
BU students are preparing to assist in this year's Rallye Sunseeker event.
BU students get creative with Dyson 26 January 2009
BU students received a masterclass in creativity and enterprise, courtesy of a visit from the global brand leader, Dyson.
BU Dr’s Psychological Society post 21 January 2009
BU Psychology academic takes up new post with British Psychological Society.
Screenwriting talent takes the stage 15 January 2009
Showcase event in London to highlight the screenwriting talent of recent BU graduates.
BU leads way in professorial appointments 5 January 2009
BU has become the first new university to promote academic staff to Associate Professor.
