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Things I wish I had packed more of when coming to the UK from India

Things I wish I had packed more of when coming to the UK from India

Posted on 18 April 2023 by Muskaan

When we finally leave our homes and move somewhere far away, a whole new segment of what we will need and what we won't find comes to light. Being an […]

Indian Festivities: Celebrations in Cardiff

Indian Festivities: Celebrations in Cardiff

Posted on 18 April 2023 by Shrankhla

Indian festivals are celebrated with joy and enthusiasm at Cardiff University, where a diverse student community including students from India and other cultural backgrounds come together to celebrate Indian culture. […]

How I saved money : 7 tips for budget-friendly dining in Europe

How I saved money : 7 tips for budget-friendly dining in Europe

Posted on 18 April 2023 by Shrankhla

Traveling to Europe can be an exciting and unforgettable experience, but it can also be expensive for university students. Zurich for example is known for its stunning scenery, rich culture, […]

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 […]

Things to do in Cardiff on your day off, part 2

Things to do in Cardiff on your day off, part 2

Posted on 12 April 2023 by Muskaan

Hello all! Welcome to the second part of things to do when you have some free time in Cardiff. I have started writing more about simple and convenient things to […]

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 keeping focus as a part-time student

Tips for keeping focus as a part-time student

Posted on 5 April 2023 by Shrankhla

Part-time students frequently struggle to balance their personal and academic life at once, frequently having a limited amount of time, therefore maintaining organisation is essential to properly managing their academic […]

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 […]