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Choosing Modules as a second-year Journalism student!

Choosing Modules as a second-year Journalism student!

Posted on 30 October 2023 by Muskaan

When you finish your first year and find out that you do get to pick every single module that you will study in your second year, it leads to excitement […]

Cardiff on a Budget: 6 Tips for Saving Money in the Welsh Capital

Cardiff on a Budget: 6 Tips for Saving Money in the Welsh Capital

Posted on 30 October 2023 by Anshuta

Cardiff, the beautiful capital of Wales, offers a unique blend of culture, history, and stunning landscapes. While enjoying all that this vibrant city has to offer, you don't have to […]

Flatsharing with Financial Caring: Managing Chores and Finances the Easy Way with Flatastic

Flatsharing with Financial Caring: Managing Chores and Finances the Easy Way with Flatastic

Posted on 30 October 2023 by Anshuta

Living in a shared flat can be an exciting experience. You get to enjoy the company of friends or fellow flatmates while splitting the costs of rent and utilities. However, […]

Quiet Courage: A New Student’s Exploration of Introversion at Cardiff University

Quiet Courage: A New Student’s Exploration of Introversion at Cardiff University

Posted on 18 October 2023 by Lydia

In a society that often extols the virtues of extroversion, Susan Cain's TED Talk, "The Power of Introverts," stands as a testament to the remarkable talents and abilities introverts bring […]

Safety First: The Unseen Risks of Filmmaking

Safety First: The Unseen Risks of Filmmaking

Posted on 18 October 2023 by Lydia

As I embark on my journey through the MA programme in International Journalism at Cardiff University, the allure of filmmaking assignments beckons. These practical tasks are not just about capturing […]

Discovering Cardiff: My Journey to Choosing Cardiff University for School of Journalism, Media and Culture

Discovering Cardiff: My Journey to Choosing Cardiff University for School of Journalism, Media and Culture

Posted on 18 October 2023 by Lydia

As the doors to Cardiff University's 24 autumn academic year swing open for autumn admissions, I find myself reflecting on a decision made with unwavering determination—a decision that, in retrospect, […]

Where We Can Film from a Practical or Legal Point of View

Where We Can Film from a Practical or Legal Point of View

Posted on 18 October 2023 by Lydia

As an international journalism student at Cardiff University, embarking on visual storytelling assignments is not just about capturing moments—it's a journey through the intricacies of practical, legal, and ethical considerations. […]

Navigating Two Central Square: A Comprehensive Guide to Cardiff University’s Hub of Journalism, Media and Culture

Navigating Two Central Square: A Comprehensive Guide to Cardiff University’s Hub of Journalism, Media and Culture

Posted on 18 October 2023 by Lydia

Embarking on your academic journey at Cardiff University’s School of Journalism, Media and Culture can be both exciting and slightly overwhelming, especially when it comes to navigating the intricate layout […]

What Happens When We Disconnect from Smartphones in the Classroom?

What Happens When We Disconnect from Smartphones in the Classroom?

Posted on 18 October 2023 by Lydia

In the ever-connected world we inhabit, the battle between technology and undivided attention often takes centre stage. Recently, a gentle nudge from a professor led me to reflect on my […]

Apps to have if you are a student in the UK! Part-2

Apps to have if you are a student in the UK! Part-2

Posted on 16 October 2023 by Muskaan

Student life in the UK can range anywhere from hectic to joyful to busy to relaxed and on most days, it is a rollercoaster that has a little bit of […]