A summer day trip to Bristol
Only an hour from Cardiff, Bristol is a cultural hub that is well worth a visit for any Cardiff University student. After regularly visiting Bristol throughout my degree, I’ve developed a repertoire...
View ArticleThe best ways to visit the Brecon Beacons from Cardiff (without a car)
Visiting the Brecon Beacons is high up the to-do list of many dwellers or Cardiff, including incoming university students. However, as a first-year student, it can be a challenge to get that...
View ArticleHow to settle down into university life
Whether you’re a fresher or a returning student, settling back into university life can take some time and quite a lot of adjustment. Tackling changes and preparing for the next year of your life can...
View ArticleComing to university as a mature student
Cardiff University defines a mature student as someone coming to University over the age of 21 years old. While this definition includes the majority of people, the general intake is typically...
View ArticleMust-Not-Miss Dates at Cardiff University Part2
University life isn’t just about studying – there’s a whole lot of fun to be had too! Cardiff is buzzing with social and cultural events throughout the year, and you won’t want to miss out. In this...
View ArticleThings that you could do after graduating – and how to make it happen
As graduation has ended, many upcoming students may be frantically worrying about “what’s next?”, myself included. Having done more than my fair share of research into opportunities for post-graduates,...
View ArticleActivism at Cardiff University
Activism is seen by some as a pillar of student life, historically student activism increased in the 1960s driving key sociopolitical changes such as civil rights in the US. By definition, activism is...
View Article5 hobbies to start at University
As a recent graduate, I’ve found that, as many of my friends move back to their hoemtowns and I begin settlinging into my new job, I am spending much more of my freetime leaning back on old hobbies...
View ArticleThings to do in September to ensure a smooth move in/beginning of the year!
The month of September is a particularly hectic one for all students, be it the academic/administrative preparation for the upcoming year or the physical aspect of moving into a new place. As an...
View ArticleTop 3 areas in Cardiff
It can be daunting when you first move to a new city, though exploring and familiarising yourself with the city is a great way to find your feet. Luckily, Cardiff has a lot to offer but, in the biggest...
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