Places to visit and socialise outdoors in and around Cardiff

Posted on 8 September 2020 by Jess

This blog aims to inform prospective students of places to visit outdoors in and around Cardiff.  Bute Park Bute Park is in the heart of Cardiff city centre and has the beautiful Cardiff castle next door. Bute Park has so much garden space, to be able to go and play rounders with your friends, sit
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My Experience Studying Journalism and Communications at Cardiff University

Posted on 4 August 2020 by Ellie

Being a fresh BA Journalism and Communications graduate and official alumni of Cardiff University, I am now able to fully reflect on the three best years of my life right here in the Welsh capital. What I can firstly say is that I am so glad I chose to study journalism at Cardiff; it is
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5 Ways to Gain Media and Journalism Experience alongside your Studies

Posted on 20 July 2020 by Ellie

Having a degree from a reputable university like Cardiff will already put you in great stead when trying to launch your dream career. However, the value of work experience cannot be understated in industries such as the media, and often this is looked at more favourably than just simply your academic achievements. For this reason,
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An Insight into the Gair Rhydd

Posted on 1 July 2020 by Rowenna

The Gair Rhydd is the official student newspaper at Cardiff University and has won numerous awards for its journalism. It is available printed in the student union and online on their website. It offers the opportunity to students to hone their journalism skills and gain invaluable experience in their chosen journalism sector. Gair Rhydd boasts
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8 Reasons Why you should Study Journalism/Media at Cardiff University

Posted on 25 June 2020 by Ellie

The media is all around us; ingrained so deeply into our everyday lives that we often don’t acknowledge its over-bearing presence. For this, its importance cannot be stressed enough, with journalists alone playing a crucial part in the way that we perceive the world and the people around us. Sounds cool right? So why not
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Wales’ Natural Wonders: Walks in and around Cardiff

Posted on 17 June 2020 by Ellie

Wales’ natural outdoor beauty is one of the countries’ profound advantages in times like these. Whilst congregating indoors with those outside of your household is currently not possible, there are a number of places in the surrounding areas of Cardiff that offer a fantastic few hours away from your shameless Netflix binging routine. If you
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Top 5 reasons why Granada is the most magical city in Spain (…and the world)

Posted on 9 June 2020 by Charlotte

Having returned home from my year abroad in Granada three months earlier than planned, it’s safe to say that I’ve been reminiscing about the incredible six months that I spent there, and in doing so I have discovered what it is that really makes it the most incredible place. So here are my top 5
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5 Things University has Taught Me

Posted on 22 May 2020 by Ellie

It’s official! I have finally handed in my very last assessment and have completed my degree at Cardiff University. What a three years it has been, and I can say with my whole heart that it has been the best three years of my life. It is a strange feeling now that I have finished.
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Studying during COVID-19

Posted on 21 May 2020 by Jess

During my time at university, we have experienced an unexpected outbreak of COVID-19. University has been very supportive during this time so I wanted to write a blog to inform prospective students of this, in case a similar situation was to occur again.  This unexpected pandemic came fast once Coronavirus had come into the United
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Cardiff Award – what is it, how do you get it, why is it worth it?

Posted on 21 May 2020 by Zoe

What is it?  The Cardiff Award is a structured award that offers recognition for your extracurricular activities, work experience and personal development. It aims to prepare students for the graduate recruitment process through a series of activities and tasks which can be accessed through your career journey account.   How do you get it?  Signing up to
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