What to bring

Last updated: 04/07/2024 14:49

Find out what is and isn't provided for you in university accommodation.

All rooms in university residences have Wi-Fi and connection points for access to the university network and high-speed internet.

International students: We recommend you buy items here in Cardiff rather than take up space in your luggage.

You'll be provided with:

bed with mattress
desk and chair
bookshelf
wardrobe
waste paper bin
fridge/freezer
microwave
cooker
toaster
kettle
iron
ironing board
dustpan and brush
kitchen bin
mop and bucket
vacuum cleaner
blinds/curtains
noticeboard
bicycle sheds (Students in Aberconway Hall and Colum Road/Colum Place Houses can use the bicycle sheds at Colum Hall. Bicycle sheds are NOT available for students in the "Village" Student Houses/Flats.)

You need to bring:

bedding and linen (sheets, pillowcases, duvet, blankets, pillows and towels) - unless you ordered a bedding pack when you confirmed your arrival online. All beds are single-size, except Talybont Gate, Adam Street Gardens, Clodien House, Ty Pont Haearn and Couples/Family accommodation
crockery (for yourself)
cutlery (for yourself)
cooking utensils and saucepans (for yourself)
bike lock (or you can purchase one from the Security Centre on Park Place)
ethernet cable.

Extra and Plus accommodation

You will not need to bring bedding/linen, crockery, cutlery or cooking equipment if you've been allocated: