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Why Choose Collegiate for Cardiff Met University Accommodation
Choosing Collegiate student accommodation puts you in the heart of Cardiff city centre and is ideally located for studying at Cardiff Met University.
Whether you opt for an en-suite in a shared apartment or your own private studio, you’ll always benefit from first-class features including all-inclusive rent and WIFi, study space and kitchen area.
Our accommodation is built with students in mind which is why we offer premium facilities including an on-site gym and exclusive social areas, as well as state-of-the-art study facilities and common spaces, to help you live well and make the most of your time studying at Cardiff Met University.
With Cardiff University and the city centre both within easy walking distance, Eclipse puts your seminars, shops, and sights close at hand. Our contemporary accommodation includes a selection of premium facilities within your weekly rent, helping you make the most of student life in the Welsh capital from day one.
Located just a 5-minute walk from Cathays Campus, you’ll enjoy a central location with a short commute to university and everything the city has to offer. Our modern accommodation offers a wide range of premium amenities all included within your weekly rent to help you get the very best out of your time studying in Cardiff.
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Our accommodation teams are here to support you fully and help you to settle into your new home. Our site teams are Mental Health First Aid trained by MHFAE and we have strong links with all universities in all our cities. There will always be somebody on hand to support you.
Create moments
We want you to have the very best university years. That is why we have an events and activities calendar to give you the best opportunity to experience everything we have to offer. We aim to make our events and activities memorable, so you can create great memories of your time with and your friends.
All-inclusive rents
No more worrying about extra bills and admin costs. Living at Collegiate means we take all of the hassle away from you so you can enjoy your time creating memories.
Discover Cardiff Met University
With a long and rich history, Cardiff Metropolitan University – better known as Cardiff Met – is a welcoming, career-focused university with a strong student community.
Over 12,000 students call Cardiff home, and the 2025 National Student Survey found Cardiff Met University had an 85% general satisfaction rate. The university also ranked first in Wales for graduate outcomes in 2025, with 95% of graduates in work or further study 15 months after completing their course.
Its practical approach to learning is supported by links with employers, professional bodies and industry partners across the globe. Students can even apply for opportunities to study, work or volunteer overseas as Cardiff Met works with more than 100 universities, institutions and organisations in over 27 countries.
Across its campuses, students have access to specialist learning, research and professional facilities serving areas including art and design, business, food science, sport and health sciences. The university also supports active research groups such as the Welsh Centre for Tourism Research.
Living in Cardiff as a Cardiff Met University Student
Cardiff is famously one of the more affordable major cities for students, but that doesn’t come at the expense of an incredible social, cultural and academic calendar. Throughout the year, the city is home to a thriving student community looking to make Cardiff their home and enjoy everything the city has to offer while studying – and it’s even better when it’s all within easy reach of vibrant student accommodation.
Cardiff Met University FAQs
What is Cardiff Met University known for?
Cardiff Met is known for practical, career-focused courses, particularly in subjects such as sport, health sciences, art and design, business and education. It holds a Silver rating in the latest Teaching Excellence Framework and ranked first in Wales for graduate outcomes in 2025.
What type of courses does Cardiff Met University run?
Cardiff Met offers undergraduate degrees as well as postgraduate degrees starting with Masters, Certificates and Diplomas (MA) and going up to Research Degrees and Professional Doctorates (PhD).
Cardiff Met is organised into five academic schools over two campuses:
> School of Art & Design
> School of Education & Social Policy
> School of Management
> School of Sport & Health Sciences
> School of Technologies
Is it hard to get into Cardiff Met University?
It depends on the course you choose as entry requirements can vary massively. An offer rate is the proportion of applicants receiving an offer and not the proportion ultimately accepted or enrolled so it isn’t the most reliable metric of how difficult a university is to get into.
How many universities are there in Cardiff?
There are three universities in Cardiff; Cardiff Metropolitan University, the University of Cardiff and the University of South Wales, which also has a Cardiff City campus.
Is Collegiate accommodation suitable for international students studying at Cardiff Met University?
Yes, Collegiate is very welcoming of international students. We work to support you from the very start with online viewings and bookings that can secure your place before you arrive in the UK. Our student accommodation offers a thriving community of UK and international students with plenty of support and resources available.
When should I book my accommodation near Cardiff Met University?
Get your student accommodation booked as early as you can, depending on what kind of offer or grades you’re waiting on from your university or college. It’s best to be mindful that results days and UCAS Clearing will be busy periods and spaces can fill quite quickly.
Is student accommodation near Cardiff Met University safe?
Collegiate’s student accommodation offers a secure entryway as well as CCTV and an on-site team to help you with any issues, and key fob access to help give you peace of mind.
Other Universities in Cardiff
University of South Wales (USW)
Studying at the University of South Wales? Our centrally located accommodation puts you within easy reach of its Cardiff campus, home to creative subjects including fashion, media and design.
Cardiff University
Our student accommodation offers easy access to Cardiff University and its main campus on Cathays Park. As the largest university in Wales, it offers a wide range of subjects and high-end facilities for a remarkable student experience.
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