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Travelling around the UK- things to know!

Travelling around the UK- things to know!

Posted on 30 August 2023 by Muskaan

Coming to the UK, for the first time, as an international student resulted in me taking quite a lot of time to figure out how to navigate not just around […]

A reflection on the upheaval of being a student

A reflection on the upheaval of being a student

Posted on 29 August 2023 by Jasmine

Being a student can be a fun and exciting time, full of rich experiences and making memories. However, there is a less talked about side of being a student, the […]

How my relationship with clubbing has changed while at university

How my relationship with clubbing has changed while at university

Posted on 29 August 2023 by Jasmine

A big focus at university is the nightlife. Although it's not for everyone, it's easy to find yourself pushing beyond your limits to meet other people's night-out quotas or fit […]

Understanding the NHS as an international student!

Understanding the NHS as an international student!

Posted on 21 August 2023 by Muskaan

Living in the UK as a student brings with it a whole lot of questions, curiosities and honestly, confusions. One of the systems, pertaining to UK, that I was extremely […]

A guide to cooking at uni

A guide to cooking at uni

Posted on 8 August 2023 by Jasmine

Cooking at uni can be time-consuming, costly and inefficient. Especially for students who may be their first time living alone and consistently cooking for themselves on a budget, it can […]

Transport around Cardiff

Transport around Cardiff

Posted on 26 July 2023 by Jasmine

For those due to move to Cardiff for university in the next year, or planning on visiting for an open day, you may want to know what transport options are […]

Tips for international students coming to the UK

Tips for international students coming to the UK

Posted on 24 July 2023 by Catalina

As an international student myself, I understand how challenging it can be to move to a completely different country where you are thrown into a new culture. However, every year, […]

Must-dos during your time in Cardiff

Must-dos during your time in Cardiff

Posted on 24 July 2023 by Jasmine

One of the best parts of university is moving to an entirely new city, or even country, and getting to know a new area and exploring. However, between keeping up […]

My favourite wine bars in Cardiff

My favourite wine bars in Cardiff

Posted on 29 June 2023 by Jasmine

During my first and second years at Cardiff, I have slowly developed a tried and true repertoire of go-to wine bars across the city for a great atmosphere, unique wines […]

How I dealt with homesickness as an international student

How I dealt with homesickness as an international student

Posted on 8 June 2023 by Muskaan

Being an international student has its own ups and downs. There is no one more excited than us to discover new cultures and new places, meeting new people and living […]