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Habits I’ve started at the beginning of the year (that I wish I’d started sooner)

Habits I’ve started at the beginning of the year (that I wish I’d started sooner)

Posted on 5 December 2023 by Jasmine

Getting into the right routine at university is key to your academic success and general well-being. The habits that you pick up at the very beginning are especially important for […]

How to find community at University

How to find community at University

Posted on 22 November 2023 by Jasmine

For many, University is a time of partying, fun and generally having a good time, however, there is a much-overlooked narrative of students feeling lost or isolated at university. This […]

A Guide on Applying to University

A Guide on Applying to University

Posted on 21 November 2023 by Jasmine

Applying to university can be a confusing and overwhelming process. Choosing the right course and writing personal statements, can be a challenge. This blog aims to help give you the […]

Tips for writing your first university-style essay

Tips for writing your first university-style essay

Posted on 13 November 2023 by Jasmine

Having reflected on writing a university-style essay, it's time to share tips for writing your first university-style essay. There are several differences between A-level essays and university essays, making your […]

My International Relations journey so far

My International Relations journey so far

Posted on 13 November 2023 by Jasmine

Recently, while visiting my home town, I returned to working at the original library where I studied when I was 16 years old and came to realise that I wanted […]

How to find the best housemates

How to find the best housemates

Posted on 13 November 2023 by Jasmine

Finding the right housemates can be challenging, however, these tips should help you consider the decision from all angles before committing to a specific group of housemates. This blog aims […]

The Cardiff house hunt: How to make the most of resources

The Cardiff house hunt: How to make the most of resources

Posted on 13 November 2023 by Jasmine

Looking for a student house can be stressful, especially when balancing your budget between saving money and good accommodation. In fact, there are many useful services through the university that […]

Cardiff on a Budget: 6 Tips for Saving Money in the Welsh Capital

Cardiff on a Budget: 6 Tips for Saving Money in the Welsh Capital

Posted on 30 October 2023 by Anshuta

Cardiff, the beautiful capital of Wales, offers a unique blend of culture, history, and stunning landscapes. While enjoying all that this vibrant city has to offer, you don't have to […]

More small things that you can do to be more sustainable

More small things that you can do to be more sustainable

Posted on 4 October 2023 by Jasmine

In reflection on my previous blog on small things that you can do to be more sustainable as a Cardiff University student, I've found five more tips that I try […]

My Mamma Mia summer and the existential dread of growing up

My Mamma Mia summer and the existential dread of growing up

Posted on 27 September 2023 by Jasmine

The time of our lives while at university involves many changes - our first taste of independence, looking after ourselves, new relationships, managing our finances and considering what careers we […]