Human Nutrition and Dietetics (with Foundation Year)

Cardiff Metropolitan University

For my course, it's a great place to study. We have the Zero2Five facility, which really helps us get motivated in food science. They give incredible feedback when we ask and give us a general feel of what it's like to work in the profession. I would also say that going to university in the Capital of Wales is fantastic. It gives you many more options for placements, support, and general products coming out into the new market. The campus (Llandaff) is a long distance from some accommodation. It was especially during my first year when I was put in a central accommodation, and the campus was on the other end on the outskirts. For instance, if there was a 9am lecture, it wasn't happening. But in some sense, I would say make sure when choosing accommodation that it's close to where your course is taught. The lecturers are great; it's a miniature course as well, so you really do get that personal touch that many students don't have the privilege to have in, say, a course of 200-300 people. It could also be improved by having more industry people visit or just more class trips. I'm sure small to medium-sized businesses would want that connection, especially in local areas of prospecting students wanting a placement or if they enjoy the talk or visit so much to come to work for them. But I understand that it can be fickle to do or cost money. Fortunately, We have had some factory visits, other relevant trips, and chances to attend conferences and events. I appreciate everything the staff does for me; they're all great in their fields. Some have strengths in other areas and weaknesses, but I believe that everyone does; they collaborate quite a bit. As I said, this is down to how small the course is, which is such an advantage in my opinion.

Close nit university, family feel which made moving away from home easier. Llandaff campus has no parking at all which is frustrating as it is built on the side of a dual carriageway and is 50 minute walk from Cathays (student housing area)

Not many quiet study spaces available. I like the pods on first floor of the library but it can get loud in there. Coffee is expensive considering it’s a student campus. Not a lot of seating areas for when you have a break between lectures. I like the uni, it has a nice feel to it and everybody is helpful and supportive

I think it’s a really nice place to study as there are lots of work areas for independent work. To improve I would suggest making Moodle a lot easier to use and find work

The campus is a bit of a pain to get too The university look is lovely though. Students union could be a bit better compared to other universities around, with more educational activities and fun activities. More winter and summer balls would be great as people love to get done up to the T!