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Things to know when picking a joint honours degree at Cardiff University

Things to know when picking a joint honours degree at Cardiff University

Posted on 12 April 2023 by Muskaan

There is no doubt that a whole lot of time and effort goes into choosing a degree. Confusion, doubt, nervousness, firmness and hope are all very real and possible feelings […]

Travelling around Cardiff- a student’s guide

Travelling around Cardiff- a student’s guide

Posted on 12 April 2023 by Muskaan

As a student, I strongly believe that travelling to familiar and new places forms a significant portion of my lifetime. After all, when we aren't running to our lectures, we […]

Creating the perfect schedule

Creating the perfect schedule

Posted on 5 April 2023 by Jasmine

University can be a stressful time. With countless readings, assignments and possibly a part time job to balance, it can be hard to create the perfect schedule to make the […]

Top tips for coping with homesickness while at university

Top tips for coping with homesickness while at university

Posted on 5 April 2023 by Jasmine

Homesickness can be hard. It can limit your ability to adjust to university and enjoy your experience. However, despite it feeling really difficult to manage in the moment, homesickness can […]

Support services in the Centre for Student Life

Support services in the Centre for Student Life

Posted on 5 April 2023 by Catalina

As a prospective and current student, it is important to know that you will be supported throughout your student life. A big part of the services offered sit within Cardiff […]

Tips for working or volunteering during your studies

Tips for working or volunteering during your studies

Posted on 3 April 2023 by Catalina

Balancing university with student life and work is not always easy. At first, it can be scary to volunteer or work for the first time, especially in a new environment. […]

Castles to visit in Cardiff

Castles to visit in Cardiff

Posted on 3 April 2023 by Jasmine

As the capital city of the country with more castles per square mile than any other county in Europe, there are unparalleled adventures for history lovers and adventurers alike. Perfect […]

Second year housing for international students

Second year housing for international students

Posted on 28 March 2023 by Muskaan

Finding second-year housing is one of the most tiring yet exhilarating experiences that we, as students, go through. I say this because I remember how worried everybody was when we […]

Top tips to keep to your budget and make money go further while at university

Top tips to keep to your budget and make money go further while at university

Posted on 28 March 2023 by Jasmine

Keeping to a budget at university can be a challenge. From trying to keep up with the lifestyle of friends to wanting to experience the most of the city, this […]

Best ways to find out about university if you can’t attend an Open Day

Best ways to find out about university if you can’t attend an Open Day

Posted on 28 March 2023 by Jasmine

Moving to university can be a young person's biggest challenge. New people, new surroundings and a lot of new responsibilities that you’re not used to. That is why making the […]