Accommodation Commitment for September 2025
To provide assurance of accommodation availability, we have introduced an Accommodation Commitment so students can feel confident about securing a room.
To receive a room offer, follow these simple steps:
Student accommodation in Cardiff
Students starting in September can apply to live in Cardiff University accommodation. Most options are a short walk from the University and the city centre. There is a range of shared flats in different areas of the city. 70% of bedrooms have their own en-suite facilities.
Choosing On Campus Accommodation
All rooms in University residences have a bed, desk, chair, wardrobe, and wifi. Some also have meal plans. You will share a kitchen/dining area, and can apply for an ensuite bathroom if you wish. For more information and prices of University residences, visit University residences*.
*To apply please follow the instructions that will be sent to you by the Central Student Support team after you confirm your place on your course.
1/3 You will have your own room, with everything you need to make yourself feel at home.
2/3 Shared spaces allow you to work with friends or hang out together after classes.
3/3 All of Cardiff's accommodation options are within walking distance of the University.
Act early if you can
Our accommodation is now available to book. Act fast to increase your chances of priority room allocation.
If you have any queries regarding accommodation availability and accommodation options, you can contact the Cardiff University International Study Centre Central Student Support Team who are available for any help or advice you may need.
Booking your accommodation
Submit your Acceptance Form and make any required payments by 25 July 2025 (5pm UK time).
Use the instructions from your Centre or College to apply by 4 August 2025 (5pm UK time).
Once you receive a room offer, complete the application process within the given deadlines to confirm your booking.
Important Information:
- The Accommodation Commitment applies to courses starting in September and October 2025 only.
- Rooms are allocated on a first come, first served basis.
- Some students may be prioritised, including those under 18 or with specific medical needs. Certain accommodation types may be reserved for under-18s.
- Students do not need their CAS or study visa to be part of the accommodation commitment or to start the booking process.
Arranging your own private accommodation
If you prefer to arrange your own accommodation, there are private rooms, flats, and houses available in and around Cardiff. You have two options:
Amber
- Amber is a leading student accommodation provider offering a range of options. If you choose this route, our Central Student Support team will give you a bespoke link to Amber’s Portal. Their team will guide you through the booking process and assist with any queries.
Arrange independently
- You may also arrange accommodation on your own. If you do, please inform us of your address and ensure it is within a 60-minute door-to-door commute of Cardiff University International Study Centre.
Please also refer to our 'Look out for fraud' section, which highlights the potential risks of booking accommodation privately.
Look out for fraud
Scammers may specifically target international students so it is important to be able to recognise common signs of fraudulent activity and know what to do if you come across it. Let us know at fraudreporting@studygroup.com if you have any concerns about fraudulent activity when dealing with a private accommodation provider so that we can help to protect you and other international students in case they are targeted in the same way.
