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Student life

Cardiff University is a place where you can develop academically, grow as a person and expand your social circle. You'll belong to a community that cares about your wellbeing, with help available to you at any time.

Student support

Our Centre for Student Life is our one-stop hub to help you succeed and make the most of student life.

Living costs

See how far your money goes by using our simple living costs calculator.

Students’ Union

We are home to one of the best Students’ Unions in the UK, providing entertainment, clubs and societies, advice and information services.

A place to learn, discover and explore

Join a Russell Group university in a friendly and affordable capital city with one of the top-rated Students’ Unions in the country.

Our students fall in love with Cardiff. Find out what makes the Welsh capital so appealing.

Living in Cardiff
  • 2nd best Students’ Union in the UK

    2nd best Students’ Union in the UK

    Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2023.
  • 1st friendliest city in the UK

    1st friendliest city in the UK

    Condé Nast Traveller Readers’ Choice Awards 2023.
  • Top 12 in the UK for employability 

    Top 12 in the UK for employability 

    Global University Employability Ranking, Times Higher Education 2024.
  • Links with 300+ institutions

    Links with 300+ institutions

    Our connections can provide you with the opportunity to complete work experience placements and internships.
  • We are a Russell Group University

    We are a Russell Group University

    Established in 1883, we’re a member of the Russell Group of 24 leading UK universities — and the only member in Wales.
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  • 95%

    of graduates in work, further study or travelling within 6 months* 1

  • 2nd

    Best Students' Union in the UK – one of the biggest, best and most active in Britain* 2

  • £600m

    invested in our campus and facilities – our biggest upgrade for a generation

  • Top 12

    UK University for employability in the Global University Employability Ranking* 3

Male student in Languages for All class

Learn a language

Fit your language learning around your studies with our Languages for All programme.

Sports and recreation

We offer more than 60 sports clubs, including football, tennis, martial arts and watersports.

Learning support

We make sure you've got everything you need to support your learning.

Welsh language and culture

Learn Welsh and become immersed in Cardiff's vibrant Welsh language culture.

Balancing academics with sports has been a big part of my journey. Sport has really taught me the importance of teamwork, which ties into what I’ve learned in my course. My academic school has been really supportive, allowing me to manage both without sacrificing either.

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AdamBusiness Management (BA)

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