What to bring

Last updated: 26/06/2025 10:22

Find out what is and is not provided for you in your university accommodation.

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

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

All beds are single-size, except in Talybont Gate, Adam Street Gardens, Clodien House, Ty Pont Haearn which have small double (4ft) and Couples/Family accommodation which have double (4ft 6in).

What you will get

We will provide you 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 or Flats.)

What you must bring

You only need to bring enough for yourself:

• bedding and linen (sheets, pillowcases, duvet, blankets, pillows and towels) - unless you ordered a bedding pack when you confirmed your arrival online.
• crockery
• cutlery
• cooking utensils and saucepans
• ethernet cable
• bike lock (or you can purchase one from the Security Centre on Park Place)

Ensuite Extra and Ensuite Plus accommodation

You will not need to bring or purchase bedding/linen/towels, crockery, cutlery or cooking equipment if you've been allocated one of the following rooms as these will be provided for you:

• Ensuite Plus at Senghennydd Court
• Ensuite Plus at Talybont South
• Ensuite Extra at Talybont North