The only bad experience I’ve had while at uni is when teachers go on strike, but even then, I was able to use that as an opportunity to catch up on work. My best experiences so far at Cardiff university have been: nights out at Y Plas in the students union, playing netball with the Modern Languages Netball Team, cheap food and carverys at the SU pub (The Taf), MLANG film nights, and most importantly my classes. Even though it is a lot of hard work, all of my lecturers and teachers are really kind, welcoming, and helpful whenever you have a problem. All resources provided are easy to read and understand, and we are very often sent information about where we can access certain services and facilities. The location of the main university campus and schools is great. Just a 10 minute walk from the city centre, the Talybont student accommodation, and 2 minutes from the nearest train station. Getting to university is really easy, as the transport links are great and everywhere is clearly signposted.

When it comes to contact time with lecturers, I get about 12 hours per week, which is perfect for me so I have plenty of time around my studies to get work done, find a job and live my life. The 12 hours is a mix of seminars, lectures and optional workshops. We are also only required to see out personal tutors once per semester (twice a year), unless we have an issue and need to speak to someone. I have not had any experience looking for internships or work through the university, but we regularly receive emails detailing current internship/work opportunities in our fields.

The West Wing is a private student halls accommodation just a 10 minute walk from the city centre, and is available to students of all universities in Cardiff. You really get your money’s worth there, if you know how to do that. There is a free gym on-site, a TV lounge, pool tables, a private dining room, and study pods you can reserve. It is very clean and modern, and when living there, you are surrounded by people of different ages and backgrounds. The nearest train station is a 10 minute walk away, and there is a Wetherspoons on the opposite road!

Vibrant city

blended

rooms are pretty small