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4.04.14.4714 Student reviews
Sort:Latest reviewsIt’s a solid academic environment in a brilliant location, with good support and facilities. The main area holding it back from being a 5-star experience is the social and community side rather than the educational quality.
It is situated in Cardiff; it offers easy access to a lively city with cultural attractions, beaches, and nightlife. The university excels in applied disciplines, including sports science, business, health sciences, and creative industries. State-of-the-art labs, studios, and libraries with extensive digital resources. Active student unions with over 100 clubs and societies, from sports teams to cultural groups, fostering leadership and networking. Connections worldwide with Vietnam, Rwanda and more places; however, it could increase partnerships.
Trying to find friends is worst student unions is great
The only downside i would add is the location - which could be helped with more regular transport to the city centre. However, the facilities on Cyncoed are brilliant and I have accessed them regularly with no issues.
Due to the split of campus' Llandaff do not have a student union and there is no accomodation on the campus and therefore makes it harder for students to get there, the nearest halls are 20 minute walk away.
Only thing I dont like is the lack of parking spaces
Cardiff Met is an amazing place for my photography degree due to its amazing facilities that help me produce photographs such as the studio and the dark room that allow me to create lots of different photographs. The support I get from my tutors is amazing and allows me to develop my work and create final projects I am proud of. Although the location can be slightly out of Cardiff, with me travelling to the Llandaff campus, I have managed to take this into account with finding nice walks over and using my bus pas to save on the travel.
Cardiff met Llandaff has a strong learning environment, where the tutors and supportive and approachable. There are also loads of industry links within the uni throughout the courses, allowing you to have a good chance of getting a job after you graduate. The modern facilities are a massive perk of studying at Cardiff Met Llandaff, especially in CSAD- the print room is amazing and so is the photography department. There are also loads of societies on Llandaff and Cyncoed, which gives you another opportunity to make friends for life!
Their are nice places that I can study at within the campus however I believe that the spaces can be filled quickly.
Best - Meeting great people, Living in a city that I love, Doing a course I really enjoy and having independence. Worst - After first year it’s a long way to get to campus from where students live in Cathays
The lecturers and the workshop technician are great. The facilities are good with great access to equipment needed to create great products.
Best is : -sport facilities -clean bathrooms -clean Bad is: -awful communication -awful at maintenance at dorms -awful working hours, the house office shuts at 4 so nothing can get sorted if it takes place after 4. -freezing everywhere, no heating in classrooms and barely any in the dorms so we all have to use hot water bottles and throw’s blankets and it’s still freezing. -awful at support, it feels like they pick on certain students and not others. -low level security because anyone is allowed into the campus at any time. So doesn’t feel too great during the night time. -canteen prices are extortionate because since moving in all the prices have increased dramatically ,especially drinks that most of the time cost half the actual meal
The uni has two different campuses which make it hard to commute to, and is also quite far from the centre.
More study spaces, less modern university campuses and free transport for students
18-24 years
First gen student
Approachable and knowledgeable academic staff. Strong sense of community among students. High-quality learning spaces and resources. More consistent communication across departments. Greater flexibility with scheduling. Expanded wellbeing and academic support during peak times.
The location isn't the quickest to get to but it depends if you're coming from Central City Centre or from Cathays. The campus is average looking minus the gorgeous art and design building and management one. The student support is amazing so I totally recommend. You just have to grab the opportunities for real, be honest, reach out and be willing to improve and make changes. There's a fair amount of places to buy hot drinks and foof. Equally there are places to get free clean drinking water, fridge, microwave and so on. There is also a gym near the front but I havent been in yet. There is also a horse riding place nearby so its a bonus to stip by and see them on quieter days. And I love Community Days where you get free bike repairs and tasty local food. All in all, the uni is great but you gotta sacrifice a variety of shops at your doorstep or getting out of bed earlier to get to class on time.
Strengths : 1. Supportive and knowledgeable lecturers The SLT teaching team are one of the biggest strengths. They are genuinely passionate about the profession and make huge efforts to support us academically and personally. Their clinical experience brings lectures to life, and they’re always approachable when we need clarification or guidance. 2. Strong clinical placement opportunities Placement has been invaluable. Cardiff Met has good links with NHS Speech and Language Therapy services and specialist schools, giving us exposure to a wide range of client groups—from paediatrics to adults, community to hospital settings. These hands-on experiences really build confidence. 3. A friendly, community-focused atmosphere Because the SLT course is smaller than many others, you get to know your cohort well. There’s a real sense of belonging, and peer support becomes a huge part of the experience. The campus itself is welcoming, easy to navigate, and feels safe. 4. Practical, evidence-based teaching The course blends theory with practical skills, simulation sessions, and case-based learning. This keeps the course engaging and directly connected to real clinical practice. 5. Good facilities for SLT students Access to simulation suites, clinical materials, the library, and online resources like Moodle and specialist journals all make study more manageable. The Learning Support and wellbeing services are also helpful when workload or life becomes overwhelming Improvements;Communication and organisation Important information—such as timetable changes, campus updates, or admin details—can sometimes be communicated last-minute. A more consistent and streamlined communication system would help reduce stress. 2. Availability of study spaces During peak times, especially around deadlines, quiet study areas and bookable rooms can be hard to find. Increasing study spaces would benefit all students. 3. Campus facilities could be expanded More seating, improved food options, and additional social/study areas would enhance the overall student experience. 4. Parking and transport challenges Parking is limited, and bus routes can sometimes be unreliable or crowded. Better transport links or more affordable parking solutions would support commuting students. 5. Mental health and wellbeing resources The support is good, but demand can be high. Increasing capacity for counselling and wellbeing services would help students access help more quickly when needed.
Best: Lots of societies and social events going on throughout the year Worst: No student halls near campus for second and third year students
4.4
Best aspects would be the location and the looks of the campus as well as student life. One bad aspect would be the pricing at the cafeteria
I like the creative free flow we get within the course. However, we could do with more workshop time