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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.

  • 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.

When I was struggling, the Wellbeing Team was a truly great support and now I really want to give back and help others in the way that I was helped.

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MikeStudent Wellbeing Champion

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