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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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  • 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

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Culture and Sight-seeing

Cardiff is a modern capital city that will surprise you. Indulge in our culture and see the historic and mesmerising sites that Cardiff has to offer from Cardiff Castle to the Senedd.

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Food and Drink

From street food and pub grub to fancy cocktails and craft ales, Cardiff has it all. Not to be missed are our annual Vegan food festivals and don't forget to check out Cardiff Market for a unique shopping experience.

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Entertainment

From comedy gigs, theatres, pubs and clubs to a thriving music scene with a solid foundation in both intimate and large-scale venues, Cardiff is a safe entertainment capital.

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Sport

Cardiff is a sports capital with an incredible reputation having hosted many international sporting events including the Olympic Games and the 2017 UEFA Champions League Final. Whether you enjoy football, rugby or ice hockey, you can play and support local and international teams in the city.

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Shopping

From well-known high-street brands to independent boutiques and quirky arcades, Cardiff's retail scene has plenty to offer.

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.
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