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What to bring to uni?

What to bring to uni?

Posted on 20 August 2020 by Ellen

Firstly, if you're reading this after having been officially accepted into Cardiff, congratulations! What an achievement and relief to reach the end of your application journey. This blog is useful […]

My Experience Studying Journalism and Communications at Cardiff University

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 […]

Personal Statement: Applying for a Journalism/Media Degree

Personal Statement: Applying for a Journalism/Media Degree

Posted on 28 July 2020 by Ellie

A question I am frequently asked is what exactly you should write on your personal statement when applying for a journalism/media course. Putting together a great statement can be a […]

5 Ways to Gain Media and Journalism Experience alongside your Studies

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 […]

What specifics to look at when choosing your 5 University choices

What specifics to look at when choosing your 5 University choices

Posted on 16 July 2020 by Jess

I know when you first look at what university to go to, it can be a very overwhelming experience. So I wanted to write this blog to inform prospective students […]

Tips when tackling a Dissertation proposal

Tips when tackling a Dissertation proposal

Posted on 1 July 2020 by Rowenna

Tips when doing an English Literature dissertation proposal In third year, English literature students get the opportunity to do a dissertation. Unlike many universities, this is an optional equivalent to […]

Setting Up your Home Office – How to Stay Motivated whilst Working at Home

Setting Up your Home Office – How to Stay Motivated whilst Working at Home

Posted on 30 June 2020 by Henry

When working at home, it can be difficult dealing with distractions. Here are some points of advice for setting up the perfect home office.

5 things to do in the summer before starting university!

Posted on 26 June 2020 by Ayushi

The summer before university is an anxious and confusing time. You're torn between spending time with your friends and family as well as preparing yourself for the near future.  Regardless […]

To Masters or not to Masters?

To Masters or not to Masters?

Posted on 18 June 2020 by Ellie

Now that’s the question! Having just finished my undergraduate degree at Cardiff amidst a global pandemic (not an ideal time to enter the job market), I have been dropped into […]

Make the most of your time at home!

Make the most of your time at home!

Posted on 18 June 2020 by Ellen

Thought it would be a good time to share some advice on how to make the most of your time at home to prepare for your medicine application during COVID-19! […]