Locations

Cardiff

Every year, thousands of students from all over the world make Cardiff their home. It’s a great place to study. If you like to live life loud or take it at your own pace, Cardiff has it all to offer.

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A group of students walking down through Cardiff holding coffee.
Two students sat outside a coffee shop. One is talking and the other is taking a sip of coffee.
  • Cardiff has great transport links throughout South Wales and beyond.

  • Its Purple Flag Accreditation makes Cardiff a safe entertainment capital.

From historic sites and rooftop cinemas to street food pop-ups, live theatre, coffee shops, global sports, festivals and so much more, you'll never struggle to find a way to spend your time.

  • Cardiff has great transport links throughout South Wales and beyond.

  • Its Purple Flag Accreditation makes Cardiff a safe entertainment capital.


BEING IN A CREATIVE HUB MEANS THAT YOU’LL HAVE AT LEAST ONE THING IN COMMON WITH PRETTY MUCH EVERYONE YOU TALK TO.

Niamh Davies

Performance and Media

Get to know Cardiff

Two students sat outside a coffee shop. One is talking and the other is taking a sip of coffee.
Students performing on stage at the University's Immersed Festival.
Image of the Millennium Stadium on the river at Cardiff city centre.
A group of students walking through a Cardiff arcade.
A group of students sitting in Bute Park with Cardiff castle in the background.

See it for yourself

At a USW open day, you’ll have the chance to explore our campuses, meet academic staff and current students, take part in interactive activities related to your course, learn about life at USW, take tours of the accommodation and facilities, and get lots of advice around support, money, careers and study options.