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Choosing who to live with – get to know our Find a Friend scheme.

On this page, you’ll find everything you need to know about your new city – from the best places to grab a coffee and chill between lectures to affordable eats, buzzing nightlife spots and top tips for getting around. Whether you’re hunting for study-friendly hangouts, hidden gems to explore or simply ways to make life as a student easier, this guide has you covered!

Cardiff is a compact city that’s perfect for students – it’s easy to explore and packed with everything you need right at your fingertips.

Being safe, healthy and feeling at ease whilst studying is important, and we want your time in higher education to be enjoyable, safe and enhancing the complete student experience.

Wales as a country takes sustainability seriously. Currently ranked in the top 10 greenest cities in the UK and in the top three cities that produce the least waste, Cardiff plays a full part in working towards a greener future.

These pages contain information about some of the course-specific things you will need when you start your studies with us to help prepare to get your studies off to a flying start when you come in September. Any reading lists will be emailed to you.

Discover how you can use your scholarship or bursary towards tuition and maintenance.

Everything you need to know about applying for student finance.

Our guide for international students provides everything you need to prepare for your big move and help you settle in.

This checklist covers all your essential preparations. Use it as a guide to keep track of important tasks so you’re fully ready for your time in the UK.