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Jasmine

Jasmine

A BScEcon International Relations student sharing my experience of being a student in Wales, budget travelling and discovering the very best of Cardiff.

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The Cardiff house hunt: finding second-year accommodation at Cardiff University

The Cardiff house hunt: finding second-year accommodation at Cardiff University

Posted on 23 February 2023 by Jasmine

House hunting in a housing crisis and a cost of living crisis is undoubtedly a stressful experience. In this blog, I discuss finding accommodation in Cardiff and how I literally […]

The Cardiff bucket list: must do things in Cardiff

The Cardiff bucket list: must do things in Cardiff

Posted on 21 February 2023 by Jasmine

When you first start university, it can feel like it will go on forever. Unfortunately, in reality, it is only a short time of your life. Having just reached the […]

Studying in Wales from an English students perspective

Studying in Wales from an English students perspective

Posted on 21 February 2023 by Jasmine

Although the use of Welsh on signs was something that I found particularly exciting when I first came to Cardiff, it is not the only difference of living in Wales […]

A day in the life of a Cardiff University student

A day in the life of a Cardiff University student

Posted on 16 February 2023 by Jasmine

Making the most when you can’t attend face-to-face learning  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3RbRoDWTI6c&t=1s&ab_channel=JazLouise In the face of strikes and lecturers being away or sick, there can be occasions when we can’t attend face-to-face […]

Getting diagnosed with dyslexia at Cardiff University

Getting diagnosed with dyslexia at Cardiff University

Posted on 14 February 2023 by Jasmine

Dyslexia affects up to 1 in 10 people in the UK but, despite how common it is, there can be a pattern of academic gaslighting which can be applied to […]

First year Cardiff University accommodation

First year Cardiff University accommodation

Posted on 10 February 2023 by Jasmine

As a prospective student, once you’ve got your offer, the first point of matter would be choosing your accommodation. This can be an overwhelming choice but this blog aims to […]

Where to find sustainable fashion around Cardiff: inspired by @sustainablefashionshowcardiff

Where to find sustainable fashion around Cardiff: inspired by @sustainablefashionshowcardiff

Posted on 10 February 2023 by Jasmine

After working in retail fashion for a few years, I have become frustrated with the lack of sustainability in the production and distribution of high-street fashion products. I can sympathise […]

Best weekend getaways for a Cardiff University student

Best weekend getaways for a Cardiff University student

Posted on 8 February 2023 by Jasmine

At the beginning of a new semester, when we have not quite recovered from the last one, it can only lead the mind to wonder the greatest question: “where can […]

How to travel cheaply while being a Cardiff University Student

How to travel cheaply while being a Cardiff University Student

Posted on 27 January 2023 by Jasmine

While travelling the world may seem like an inaccessible privilege for the wealthy or Instagram influencers, the most adventurous type of travel (and, in my opinion, best) is to travel […]

Top Tips For Making the Most of University Life in Winter

Top Tips For Making the Most of University Life in Winter

Posted on 25 January 2023 by Jasmine

During the long dark days as we start the new year (and that time in the semester when there are mounting deadlines), it is important to appreciate the good parts […]