Essential Info
Meet the Team
Culture
Wellbeing
Food
Life in Cardiff
Catering in Residences
The catering option is great for busy students
Res Life Podcast - Episode 1
Welcome to our Res Life Podcast!
Setting up a bank account
Opening a UK bank account is essential
Productivity Hacks for Exam Season
Some ideas to help you conquer the exam period
Tips and Tricks for Reading Academic Articles
Academic articles can take a LONG time to read
Balancing Act as a Law Student
Academic Workload, Internships, and Social Life
That stage of your life.
University is a unique experience
The Story of Dinas Emrys
Are you wondering about the Welsh flag?
Take a Walk Down Castle Street
More to offer than just the iconic Cardiff Castle
Take a Walk Down St. Mary's Street
St Mary’s is one of the most popular streets in Cardiff
Take a Walk Down Queen Street
One of the busiest and most popular streets
Student Connect Portal Guide
The first point of contact for receiving support
Saving on travel: To, from and in Cardiff
Whistle-stop tour around the types of transport available
Walks & cycling routes in Cardiff
Walking almost anywhere in Cardiff is amazing
How to...report a maintenance issue
Occasionally, there may be maintenance issues in your flat.
How to...clean your flat
It's so important to keep on top of cleaning your flat
Food Hygiene in Halls
Take responsibility for what you eat, and how you prepare it
Navigating Cultural Shifts
Thriving as an International Student in the UK
Res Life Podcast - Episode 2
We're ending the year with our second podcast episode!
Lunches for Students On the Go
Easy and delicious
Experiences of an International PhD Student
Living in Cardiff while doing a PhD
Flat Icebreaker Activity
Top tips on getting to know your new flatmates
RLA Highlights of the year
Hear what our RLAs enjoyed the most this past year
My 5 University Bedroom Essentials
Make your hall a home
My Uni Hall Experience
Why I loved living here
Living in South Campus
and your useful guide!
Living in North Campus
Your useful guide!
Making your dorm room homely
Decorate you need
Do's and Don'ts in Halls
Tips on what to do and not to do while living in halls
Why are my clothes NOT DRYING?
Washing guide and machine FAQs
A second year’s guide to living in halls
Moving to Uni is such an exciting experience!
How to care for houseplants in halls
There is so much they can offer
Life in halls as a postgrad
Every accommodation gave me a different experience
Making your social media presence employer-friendl
Create a LinkedIn page and work hard to develop it!
My Social Space: South Campus
Come along!
Embracing Cardiff University
As an International Student: Bridging Cultures from Africa
My Experience Living In An All Girls Accomodation
Cardiff University Aberdare Hall
Cleaning guide: Halls
Avoid the spread of things like Covid and Freshers' Flu
Lockouts and how to prevent them
Welcome to your new halls of residence!
How to access our events!
Res Life is such a massive part of university life
Settling in FAQs
General FAQ's to make the move easier
International students FAQs
All the FAQs you'll need as an International student
Communal Living FAQs
Several questions which are commonly asked
How to...share a kitchen
One of the first challenges in halls will be in the kitchen
How to...laundry
Living on your own is a big step
How to...budget
We have loads of home and international students
How to...food shop
Cardiff is a big city filled with loads of supermarkets
My experience of Cartwright Court
My Experience of Taly North
Moving to Taly South?
Here is how my experience was
Vegan recipes to try: Mushroom and pepper burgers
Tastiest vegan burger recipe for you and your flatmates!
Tips About British Culture
What international students in UK universities need to know!
YOU WILL FIND YOUR PLACE
Diary of an International Student
Calling freshers from Hong Kong
How do you adapt to Cardiff life?
Quick and Easy Apple Crumble Recipe
Looking for a dessert recipe that doesn't break the bank?
Halal Groceries in Cardiff
Where to find halal groceries!
Easy baked oats recipe you need to try!
You can never go wrong with baked oats!
Crispy Chilli Garlic Vegetables
Spice up your life!
A step-by-step guide to making your own sushi
Have you ever thought about making your own sushi?
5 healthy smoothie recipes to start your day
Using only 5 ingredients and a blender
The easiest student-friendly pancake recipe
No frills no fuss pancakes to make with your flatmates...
Save on your supermarket shop
Tackle the supermarket shop and restore a sense of order!
3 different ways to enjoy your coffee
For all the coffee lovers out there, here's 3 drinks to try!
Vegan recipes to try: Homemade seitan
Seitan comes quite close to the texture of meat
Vegan recipes to try: Pesto & vegetable tart
Very quick recipe that you can whip up in 10 min of prep
Vegan recipes to try: Tofu 'egg' scramble
Thinking of reducing your dairy and egg consumption?
Volunteering opportunities in Cardiff
Where to Find Volunteering Opportunities in Cardiff
5 tips on starting placement in healthcare
A list of tips that have helped a previous student
Understanding the UK Healthcare System
An International Student's Guide
Job Interview Tips
Look at our expert tips for nailing your job interview!
How to build a LinkedIn Profile
Hey there, future professionals!
Being an international student in Cardiff - part 2
Easy Recipes to Bake in University Accommodation
A guide to easy baking recipes that anybody can make
Cartwright Court Student Guide
Moving in to Cartwright this year?
University Hall Student Guide
Moving in to Uni Hall this year?
Making the Most of Cardiff Students' Union
How to get involved with Student Union
Navigating the Cost of Living Crisis
Food, housing, and education costs continue to rise
Welsh weather for international students
Magic in the seasons!
A Year of Activities in Cardiff
You’ll never be short of things to do in Cardiff!
Take a Walk Down Park Place
Park Place has more to offer than just the student union
5 jaw dropping hikes around South Wales
All of these are definitely worth a visit!
5 things to do in Cardiff for under a tenner
Cheap activities in the surrounding area
Top Instagram accounts to follow
Whilst studying in Cardiff
Getting Around FAQs
Getting from A to B
Exploring Cardiff's coffee shops
The many cafes in Cardiff serving delicious coffee
The Hidden Gems of Cardiff
Cardiff is a city of great hidden attractions
Interesting places to walk in and around Cardiff
I've done my fair share of wandering around
Museums and Castles in Cardiff
Learning more about Cardiff's history
Parks to enjoy in Cardiff
Have fun exploring all the parks near you!
The Great Welsh Bucket List
Must see spots!
Small Business Spotlight: Brodie's Coffee
A showcase of some of the small businesses nearby
The best restaurants in Cardiff
Here are the best restaurants around, in no particular order
Support Services at Cardiff University
There are a wide range of services that you can access
Where to buy essential items
Where to get the essential items in your new city
Sports Facilities in Cardiff
Where to find a variety of sports facilities
Survival guide for International Students
Congratulations on your offer to study at Cardiff University
Which residence is right for you?
There's something for everyone!
What is the Residence Life site
Welcome to Cardiff University and your Residence Life Site
Meet the Team: North Campus RLAs
Your North Campus RLAs live on site with you
CAVDAS Harm Reduction Drop-in
Second Monday of every month
Res Life Project Group Events
We run a whole host of events here in Cardiff
Effective Communication - Repairing Relationships
Tips on how to build, maintain repair flat relationships
My Social Space: Talybont
My Social Space: North Campus
My Social Space: Uni Hall
Key Dates 25/26
Your key university dates for the year
Meet the Team: Talybont RLAs
Your Talybont RLAs live on-site with you
Meet the Team: South Campus RLAs
Your South Campus RLAs live on-site with you
Meet the Team: University Hall & Cartwright RLAs
Your Uni Hall & Cartwright RLAs live on site with you
Sunday Reset: Habits to Start Your Week Strong
Reset your space and mindset for a calmer, organised week.
What to bring to uni?
The Complete University Checklist
How to receive post in Cardiff halls of residences
Unsure of how to receive your parcels and letters?
How to make friends at University
Friends are a big part of our lives
Fitness in Halls
Unleash Your Energy in Campus Living
Meal Prep Tips for Your Time in Cardiff Uni
Your Meal Prepping Guide
Tips for studying smarter not harder
Study Tips That Took Me from Accounting to Chemistry
Easy Ways to Enjoy Winter Without Staying Indoors
Ideas to Help You Enjoy Winter Outdoors
My Favourite Student-Friendly Cafes in Cardiff ☕
Coffee, Student Discounts, Study Spaces, Accessibility
Meet the Team: Residence Life Coordinators
Full-time staff who manage the Residence Life Assistants
Running routes in Cardiff
Cardiff is blessed with great parks and running routes
Coming out at and finding community at Uni
Support for LGBTQ+ students at Cardiff
Moving into Private Accommodation
Everything you need to know when leaving halls of Residence
Take 5 to Give 5
Let's talk about mental health
Talybont North Student Guide
Moving in to Taly North or Gate this year?
North Campus Student Guide
Moving in to North this year?
Talybont South student guide
Moving in to Taly South or Court this year?
South Campus Student Guide
Moving in to South Campus this year?
