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Applying to University

Making sense of the university application process

Making sense of the university application process

Posted on 28 March 2023 by Jasmine

Applying to university was one of the biggest stresses I had as a teenager. It sounded so unrealistic, abstract and difficult. Who would accept me? Would I get the right […]

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 […]

Things to do while waiting to hear back from universities

Things to do while waiting to hear back from universities

Posted on 21 February 2023 by Muskaan

While there are many aspects of applying to universities that can be nail-biting, awaiting updates and answers from your desired universities has to be the most headache-inducing! Don't worry though, […]

An insider’s POV working at a Cardiff University open day

An insider’s POV working at a Cardiff University open day

Posted on 11 July 2022 by James

University open days are the perfect place to get a well-rounded view of both the feel of the city and the university as a whole. Praying for sunny weather, the […]

Why Strategic Marketing at Cardiff University?

Posted on 16 May 2022 by Maheen Chishti

Wondering what degree to pursue as your postgraduate study? Click here to know how I decided to pursue MSc in Strategic Marketing at Cardiff Business School.

How to Make the Most out of a University Open Day

How to Make the Most out of a University Open Day

Posted on 12 April 2022 by Miah

University open days are a great opportunity to explore the university and city that you will be living in. It is important that you explore as many things as possible […]

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 […]

How to choose your university course

How to choose your university course

Posted on 26 November 2021 by Miah

Choosing your university course can be daunting, especially if you are not sure what profession you want to go into after you graduate. I have come up with some tips […]

How to Write a UCAS Personal Statement

How to Write a UCAS Personal Statement

Posted on 11 November 2021 by Miah

In this video, I explain how to write a good personal statement, including my tips and advice! https://youtu.be/S8WZEF0SIQk UCAS website - https://www.ucas.com/ UCAS Personal Statment search results - https://www.ucas.com/search/site/type/article/type/structure_content/type/landing_page/type/subject_guide?keywords=personal%20statement How […]

Study Tips: Catching up on old Anki decks!

Study Tips: Catching up on old Anki decks!

Posted on 8 September 2021 by Nick

Welcome to my fourth blog in my own mini-series on ‘Study Tips’ where I aim to share advice on different study tips I have found useful. Hopefully, we can start […]