Student life

The Royal Welsh College is well known for being a welcoming and inclusive place to study and experience the best of student life. We want you to have the best experience you can while studying with us. But it's about so much more than that!

Student Services

Here to help you have the best time at RWCMD. Our Student support team play a key role in making this happen. Moving away from home can be a challenging time. This specialist team works with our students to ensure they have the support, welfare and representation they need.

Learn more about how Student Services can help support you

Students' Union

The Royal Welsh College Students’ Union (the SU) is run by students, for students. It's a place to relax, unwind and have some fun. With its own dedicated space in the heart of the main campus, there’s a wide variety of activities and societies for you to enjoy – and to meet fellow students and friends.

Discover the Students' Union and meet the SU team

Library

RWCMD library offers a friendly and inclusive place to study and a large collection of music scores, plays, books and journals to borrow, as well as access to our extensive electronic resources, all of which you will be able to use as an RWCMD student.

In the library you’ll also find support on finding resources, referencing, research and copyright.

When you arrive in College you’ll be offered a comprehensive library induction, demonstrating how to use our service and how we can help you through your College journey.

Medical and wellbeing support

Work opportunities

Here's some advice if you want to get a part-time job alongside your studies

Useful information

Budgeting tips for students

We want your time at RWCMD to be enjoyable and stress-free, so here are some practical budgeting tips to help you make the most of your money.

Living in Cardiff

It is no coincidence that our students love Cardiff, but what makes it so special?

Student support at College: how we can help you

The College is a space for all, and we work with you to create an environment that welcomes and supports all our students, regardless of their abilities, backgrounds, or differences. Everyone should have an equal opportunity to learn and reach their own potential.

Budgeting tips for students

We want your time at RWCMD to be enjoyable and stress-free, so here are some practical budgeting tips to help you make the most of your money.

Living in Cardiff

It is no coincidence that our students love Cardiff, but what makes it so special?

Student support at College: how we can help you

The College is a space for all, and we work with you to create an environment that welcomes and supports all our students, regardless of their abilities, backgrounds, or differences. Everyone should have an equal opportunity to learn and reach their own potential.

Explore section

Overview

We’re so excited to welcome you to our creative community. This is the beginning of an incredible journey, and we’re here to support you every step of the way.

Before you arrive

Your journey at RWCMD starts here. Here you can find everything you need to plan your arrival.

When you get here

Your first weeks at RWCMD will be full of new experiences, and we’re here to help you settle in quickly.

International student guide

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

Your starter checklist

Get organised with our checklist of essential starter tasks, from finalising your accommodation to confirming your registration, ensuring you're fully prepared for your time at RWCMD.