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Halls of residence

A guide to choosing your university halls

A guide to choosing your university halls

Posted on 6 May 2022 by James

Upon receiving your offer to attend Cardiff University, you will likely be asked for your preferences in accommodation, of which the university will do its best to give you a […]

Why did I choose my accommodation?

Why did I choose my accommodation?

Posted on 2 April 2022 by Sunaina

As an international student coming to Cardiff for the first time, I had no knowledge of the country, the city, or the university. Many students choose to live in halls […]

Quick and easy recipes for uni life

Quick and easy recipes for uni life

Posted on 10 March 2022 by Sunaina

Many of the residences at Cardiff university are self-catered and many of us who come here have never cooked for ourselves. Cooking for me is a way to relax; it […]

Tips for a healthy flat dynamic

Tips for a healthy flat dynamic

Posted on 8 March 2022 by James

Moving into university accommodation can be a daunting prospect, since for many students this is their first experience living away from home. “Who will I be living with?” and “What […]

Senghennydd Hall Room Tour!!

Senghennydd Hall Room Tour!!

Posted on 8 April 2021 by Miah

This vlog takes you through Senghennydd Hall!! https://youtu.be/--5O7HYMCFY Stay tuned for more videos and blogs! Miah x

How to make the most of living in halls of residence

How to make the most of living in halls of residence

Posted on 4 March 2021 by Miah

It can be daunting moving to a new city and living with strangers in an unknown building. I was nervous about getting along with my flatmates, cooking in a new […]

Reflection on my budgeting skills throughout university and advice I would give to students

Reflection on my budgeting skills throughout university and advice I would give to students

Posted on 4 December 2020 by Jess

Budgeting is a key part of student life. I believe budget skills are important to learn about as a student and you’ll then be able to take these skills forward […]

Study space ideas

Study space ideas

Posted on 24 October 2020 by Jess

I thought I would write about study space ideas, because especially during this time when most lectures are virtual, I find it important to have a study space I feel […]

Tips on how to be prepared when moving into university

Tips on how to be prepared when moving into university

Posted on 24 October 2020 by Jess

When moving to university, there are lots of things to remember and the last thing you want is to leave everything to the last minute and forget something. This blog […]

Making Your Uni Room a Peaceful Place to Work

Making Your Uni Room a Peaceful Place to Work

Posted on 28 September 2020 by Ellie

As we are now finding ourselves typically confined to the work environment of our bedrooms, it is more important than ever to create a peaceful and personal space to optimise […]