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Places that I would take you for a day in Cardiff 

Places that I would take you for a day in Cardiff 

Posted on 8 August 2023 by Jasmine

Inspired by a recent family visit to Cardiff, I had a goal of showing them the best sights so let me walk you through where I took my family for […]

Things to do when you move into your new accommodation!

Things to do when you move into your new accommodation!

Posted on 1 August 2023 by Muskaan

Moving into new accommodation can be a daunting task to say the least. The pressure that comes with moving day is extreme and stirring, especially when you are a first […]

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, […]

Best places for a walk while on a study break

Best places for a walk while on a study break

Posted on 29 June 2023 by Jasmine

In the wake of the recent high temperatures and 21st June 2023 being the first day of summer, this blog aims to give you a guide on where to enjoy […]

Learning how to split bills as a student

Learning how to split bills as a student

Posted on 29 June 2023 by Jasmine

When first coming to university, one of my irrational fears that I was anxious to learn how to do was paying bills. Maybe it was because it seems like once […]

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 […]

A guide to funding for summer programs

A guide to funding for summer programs

Posted on 29 June 2023 by Jasmine

Did you know that every Cardiff University student is eligible for funding to spend time abroad on a global opportunities-approved programme throughout their degree? You can only receive this funding […]

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 […]

Managing workload while travelling

Managing workload while travelling

Posted on 8 June 2023 by Jasmine

As students, we want to do it all and (most of us) are lucky enough to have the luxury of long breaks from uni for us to try and do […]

Things to remember when picking second-year housing!

Things to remember when picking second-year housing!

Posted on 30 May 2023 by Muskaan

Picking second year housing can be a true task. Be it figuring out where to live or who to live with, the confusion and stress only increases with time. Don’t […]