Undergraduate Study - Mini Guide by Cardiff Metropolitan University

UK & IRELAND UNIVERSITY OF THE YEAR TIMES HIGHER EDUCATION AWARDS 2021

UNDERGRADUATE STUDY MINI GUIDE

WELCOME ...to the UK & Ireland University of the Year 2021. At Cardiff Met we focus on putting the health and wellbeing of our staff and students first, while at the same time providing a supportive learning and teaching environment and cutting-edge research facilities.

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Our ‘One Cardiff Met’ university community has come together since the beginning of the pandemic and remains committed to ensuring students are supported to achieve their full potential online and on campus. Whether it is through innovative research at our Zero2Five Food Industry Centre, life-changing design at our internationally recognised design research centre, PDR, or our graduates who enter the jobs market with the Ethical, Digital, Global and Entrepreneurial skills to give them the Cardiff Met EDGE, we are committed to providing you with the very best experience.

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This people-first approach has been recognised by being named the ‘UK & Ireland University of the Year 2021’ at the Times Higher Education Awards. This prestigious award follows on closely from being awarded ‘Welsh University of the Year 2021’ by the Times & Sunday Times Good University Guide. MINI GUIDE 69

The past two years have forced us all to be more adaptable, agile and resilient in responding to the shifting challenges of the global pandemic. But some things never change. We’re still located in the fantastic capital city of Cardiff - a great place to live and study. We’re still delivering employer-focused and professionally recognised education across our academic schools and we continue to see student satisfaction sit above the UK national average.* By choosing to study with us, we’re confident you’ll broaden your horizons, stretch your potential and achieve great things - we look forward to welcoming you to Cardiff Met soon. Winner: UK & Ireland University of the Year

*National Student Survey 2021

CONTENTS COURSE DIRECTORY

ACADEMIC SCHOOLS:

CARDIFF SCHOOL OF ART & DESIGN

CARDIFF SCHOOL OF EDUCATION & SOCIAL POLICY

CARDIFF SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT

CARDIFF SCHOOL OF SPORT & HEALTH SCIENCES

CARDIFF SCHOOL OF TECHNOLOGIES

CAMPUSES & FACILITIES

ACCOMMODATION & RES LIFE

CARDIFF - OUR CITY YOUR HOME

STUDENTS’ UNION

SPORT

STUDENT SUPPORT

CAREERS & ENTREPRENEURSHIP

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COURSE DIRECTORY At Cardiff Met we offer a wide range of employer-focused and professionally recognised degrees across our five academic Schools.

KEY CARDIFF SCHOOL OF ART & DESIGN

P 14

CARDIFF SCHOOL OF EDUCATION & SOCIAL POLICY

P 20

CARDIFF SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT

P 30

CARDIFF SCHOOL OF SPORT & HEALTH SCIENCES

P 36

CARDIFF SCHOOL OF TECHNOLOGIES

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 Professionally accredited/approved  Tuition fees paid by NHS bursary FT Full-time F Foundation route available PY Placement year available W Opportunity to study part of the degree in Welsh *Subject to validation

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ART & DESIGN Course

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Duration

Key

Animation - BA (Hons)

96-120

3FT

Architecture - BA (Hons)

120-128

3FT

 W

Architectural Design & Technology - BSc (Hons)

96-120

3FT

 W

Artist Designer: Maker - BA (Hons)

96-120

3FT

Ceramics - BA (Hons)

96-120

3FT

Fashion Design - BA (Hons)

96-120

3FT

 W

Fine Art - BA (Hons)

96-120

3FT

Graphic Communication - BA (Hons)

96-120

3FT

Illustration - BA (Hons)

96-120

3FT

Interior Design - BA (Hons)

96-120

3FT

Photography - BA (Hons)

96-120

3FT

Product Design - BA/BSc (Hons)

96-120

3FT

 W

Textile Design - BA (Hons)

96-120

3FT

This directory acts as a very brief guide and information was correct at the time of print (January 2022). Full course information and entry requirements can be found on our website at: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/undergraduate MINI GUIDE

ACCOUNTING, ECONOMICS & FINANCE Course

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Duration

Key

Accounting - BA (Hons)

112

3/4/5FT

 F PY

Accounting & Economics - BA (Hons)

112

3/4/5FT

 F PY

Accounting & Finance - BA (Hons)

112

3/4/5FT

 F PY

Banking & Finance - BSc (Hons)

112

3/4/5FT

F PY

Economics - BSc (Hons)

112

3/4/5FT

F PY

BIOMEDICAL & HEALTHCARE SCIENCES Course

UCAS Tariff

Duration

Key

Biomedical Science - BSc (Hons)

112

3/4FT

F

Biomedical Sciences with Health, Exercise & Nutrition - BSc (Hons)

112

3/4FT

F

Complementary Healthcare - BSc (Hons) (Top-up)

SEE WEB

1FT

Digital Health – BSc (Hons)/MSci

112

4FT

Healthcare Science - BSc (Hons)

120

3FT

 W

Health & Wellbeing – BSc (Hons)

96-112

3/4FT

BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT & MARKETING

Course

UCAS Tariff

Duration

Key

Advertising & Marketing Management - BA (Hons)

112

3/4/5FT

 F PY

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Applied Entrepreneurship & Innovation Management – BA (Hons)

112

3/4/5FT

F PY

Aviation Management – BA (Hons)

112

3/4/5FT

F PY

Brand & Marketing Management – BA (Hons)

112

3/4/5FT

 F PY

Business & Management – BA (Hons) with specialist pathways in: • Entrepreneurship • Finance • Human Resource Management • International Trade • Law • Marketing • Sustainability

112

3/4/5FT

FW PY

Digital Marketing Management – BA (Hons)

112

3/4/5FT

 F PY

Fashion Buying & Brand Management – BA (Hons)

112

3/4/5FT

F PY

Fashion Marketing Management – BA (Hons)

112

3/4/5FT

F PY

International Business Management – BA (Hons)

112

3/4/5FT

F PY

Management & Leadership – BA (Hons)

112

3/4/5FT

F PY

Marketing Management – BA (Hons)

112

3/4/5FT

F PY

Public Relations (PR) & Marketing Management – BA (Hons)

112

3/4/5FT

 F PY

Sales & Marketing Management – BA (Hons)

112

3/4/5FT

 F PY

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COMPUTER SCIENCE, ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGIES Course

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Duration

Key

Business Information Systems – BSc (Hons)

3/4/5FT

F PY

Computer Games Design & Development – BSc (Hons)

3/4/5FT

F PY

Computer Science – BSc (Hons) with specialist pathways in: • Mobile Computing • Robotics • Artificial Intelligence • Data Analytics

3/4/5FT

 F PY

Computer Security – BSc (Hons)

3/4/5FT

F PY

Computing for Interaction – BSc (Hons)

3/4/5FT

F PY

Computing with Creative Design – BSc (Hons)

3/4/5FT

F PY

Data Science – BSc (Hons)

3/4/5FT

F PY

Electronic & Computer Systems Engineering – BEng/MEng

112

3/4/5 /6FT

F PY

Robotics Engineering – BEng/MEng

112

3/4/5 /6FT

F PY

Software Engineering – BSc (Hons) with specialist pathways in: • Web Technology • Augmented & Virtual Reality • Network Security • Data Security

3/4/5FT

 F PY

Virtual & Augmented Reality – BSc (Hons)

3/4/5FT

F PY

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DENTAL TECHNOLOGY Course

UCAS Tariff

Duration

Key

Dental Technology – BSc (Hons)

3FT

 W

EARLY YEARS EDUCATION, PRIMARY TEACHING (WITH QTS) & SPECIAL EDUCATIONAL NEEDS Course

UCAS Tariff

Duration

Key

Early Years Education & Professional Practice with Early Years Practitioner Status (EYPS) - BA (Hons) / Addysg Gynnar ac Ymarfer Proffesiynol gydag SYBC (Dwyieithog) - BA (Anrh)

104

3FT

Education, Psychology & Special Educational Needs – BSc (Hons)

104

3FT

Primary Education with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) - BA (Hons) / Addysg Gynradd gyda Statws Athro Cymwysedig - BA (Anrh)

112

3FT

 W

Primary Education Studies – BA (Hons) / Astudiaethau Addysg Gynradd (Dwyieithog) - BA (Anrh)

104

3FT

Course

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Duration

Key

Environmental Health – BSc (Hons)

96 - 104

3/4FT

F

ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH

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FOOD SCIENCE, NUTRITION & DIETETICS Course

UCAS Tariff

Duration

Key

Food Science & Technology – BSc (Hons)

96-112

3/4/5FT

F PY

Human Nutrition & Dietetics – Bsc (Hons)

120

3FT

  W

Nutrition – BSc (Hons)

96-112

3/4FT

F

Course

UCAS Tariff

Duration

Key

English & Creative Writing – BA (Hons)

104

3FT

Media & Communications – BA (Hons)

104

3/4FT

Course

UCAS Tariff

Duration

Key

Law – LLB (Hons)

112-120

3/4FT

Business Law & Management - BA (Hons)*

SEE WEB

3/4/5FT

F PY W

Course

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Duration

Key

Podiatry – BSc (Hons)

96-112

3FT

 W

HUMANITIES

LAW

PODIATRY

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PSYCHOLOGY Course

UCAS Tariff

Duration

Key

Psychology – BSc (Hons)

96-112

3/4FT

F W

Course

UCAS Tariff

Duration

Key

Health & Social Care – HND/BSc (Hons)

64/96

2/3/4FT

Housing Studies – BSc (Hons)

3/4FT

F

Housing Studies – Dip/HNC

SEE WEB

Professional Policing – BA (Hons)

104

3FT



Social Work – BSc (Hons)

3FT

Youth & Community Work – BA (Hons)

3/4FT

F

UCAS Tariff

Duration

Key

3FT

 W

Key

SOCIAL POLICY

SPEECH & LANGUAGE THERAPY Course Speech & Language Therapy – BSc (Hons)

SEE WEB

SPORT Course

UCAS Tariff

Duration

Sport – BSc (Hons) (Top-up)

SEE WEB

1FT

Sport & Exercise Science – BSc (Hons)

128-136

3FT

W

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Sport & Physical Education Studies (Bilingual) – BSc (Hons) /Astudiaethau Chwaraeon ac Addysg Gorfforol (Dwyieithog) - BSc (Anrh)

112-120

3/4FT

Sport Coaching – BSc (Hons)

112-120

3/4FT

Sport Conditioning, Rehabilitation & Massage – BSc (Hons)

128-136

3FT

 W

Sport Management – BSc (Hons)

112-120

3/4FT

F W

Sport Media – BSc (Hons)

112-120

3/4FT

Sport Performance Analysis – BSc (Hons)

120-128

3/4FT

Sport, Physical Education & Health – BSc (Hons)

112-120

3/4FT

Sport, Physical Education & Health (Dance) - BSc (Hons)

96-112

3/4FT

TOURISM, HOSPITALITY & EVENTS MANAGEMENT

Course

UCAS Tariff

Duration

Key

Events Management - BA (Hons)

96-112

3/4/5FT

F PY

International Hospitality Management - BA (Hons)

96-112

3/4/5FT

F PY

International Tourism Management - BA (Hons)

96-112

3/4/5FT

F PY

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FOUNDATION ROUTES We offer a number of foundation routes across academic Schools and subject areas that will give you the opportunity to automatically progress to your chosen degree should you not meet the entry requirements for year one entry. Course

UCAS Tariff

Duration

Foundation leading to BSc Health Sciences

1FT

Foundation leading to BA/BSc Social Sciences

1FT

Foundation leading to Accounting, Economics & Finance

1FT

Foundation leading to Business & Management

1FT

Foundation leading to BSc Business Information Systems

1FT

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Engineering Degrees

32 -

1FT

Foundation leading to Law

1FT

Foundation leading to Marketing

1FT

Foundation leading to Sport

1FT

Foundation leading to Tourism, Hospitality & Events Management

1FT

Foundation leading to BA Youth & Community Work

1FT

Computer Science Degrees

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CARDIFF SCHOOL OF ART & DESIGN With our capital city location, purpose-built facilities and innovative curriculum, Cardiff School of Art & Design is the ideal place to continue your creative journey. Work with other artists, designers, architects and makers across disciplines, sharing skills, ideas and experiences. Build your skills and experience in the context of social responsibility, global citizenship, inclusivity, wellbeing and sustainability. Become one of our highly skilled graduates, ready to join the leaders, thinkers and entrepreneurs of the future. Our Curriculum Our ground-breaking undergraduate curriculum is built around three module types:Subject, Field and Constellation:  Subject immerses you in the histories, methods, concepts and practices of your discipline.  Field introduces you to interdisciplinary working where you develop the skills and abilities to respond to real world challenges.  Constellation introduces an expansive range of themes and ideas to develop your research and critical thinking skills. Refer to the course directory on pages 4-5 for full list of Art, Design & Architecture degrees.

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ART & DESIGN FACILITIES LLANDAFF CAMPUS Cardiff School of Art & Design offers an extensive range of facilities to help you realise your creativity, no matter what form it takes. Our fully equipped workshops are staffed by expert Technician Demonstrators who can provide you with all the training, advice and support you need to make the most of them. Our interdisciplinary curriculum offers opportunities for students from across the School to access our whole range of facilities.

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EXPLORING MY CREATIVITY AT CARDIFF MET  The best thing for me about studying illustration at Cardiff Met has probably been my tutors. They just offer so much encouragement, and they really care about their students. They want you to develop as artists, but also as people, so that you’re putting out work that’s going to have a really positive impact in the world. There’s also so much encouragement to explore your practice and try different mediums and different fields. You really develop your work in ways you’d never have expected. The encouragement and passion the tutors bring to the table creates a safe environment where you can really push yourself and your creativity.  JOSHUA DONKOR ILLUSTRATION BA (HONS)

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CARDIFF SCHOOL OF EDUCATION & SOCIAL POLICY Based across both the Cyncoed and Llandaff campuses, the School offers employability-focused degrees in the subject areas of Education, Humanities, Social Policy and Initial Teacher Education. Home to the Cardiff Partnership for Initial Teacher Education, one of the largest centres of teacher education and training in the UK, we have over 60 years’ experience and an enviable reputation for the quality of our teacher training provision. Our graduates are highly skilled and fully prepared for the world of work. Our excellent links with schools, industry, professional bodies and the community, provide valuable work experiences and opportunities for you to learn from expert teaching staff and gain additional qualifications, to make you stand out.

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Subjects include:  Early Years Education  Education, Psychology & Special Educational Needs  English & Creative Writing  Health & Social Care  Housing Studies  Media & Communications  Primary Teaching  Professional Policing  Social Work  Youth & Community Work Refer back to the course directory on pages 4-13 for full list of Education, Humanities & Social Policy degrees.

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EDUCATION & SOCIAL POLICY FACILITIES CYNCOED CAMPUS Designed to enrich our students’ learning experience and employability, we have many specialist teaching spaces. These include our Outdoor Learning Centre and forest school, sensory room, science and psychology laboratories, art and design workshops, media and IT suites, music studio, moot courtroom, a dedicated education library, and a new early years space launching in 2022.

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HOW MY EARLY YEARS DEGREE HELPED ME SET UP MY OWN PLAY CENTRE  Studying the importance of play really helped my decision to work with children from birth upwards. I now own and run a children’s role play centre which provides various play opportunities for children from birth to the age of seven. I’m so proud I have opened my business. There is nothing more rewarding than watching children letting go in play.  FFION THOMPSON EARLY YEARS GRADUATE

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 MY DEGREE LED ME TO MY DREAM JOB  During my degree I completed a work placement module and this gave me my first insight into journalism. I ended up completing a week’s placement at WalesOnline and I was able to gain valuable advice and information from experienced journalists. After graduating, I secured a job at WalesOnline and now I do the job I love, day in, day out. I have covered all sorts of stories and my work has been impacting communities all over the UK. In 2019 I was crowned Young Journalist of The Year. I wouldn’t have been able to do what I have done without my degree and experiences at Cardiff Met.  AAMIR MOHAMMED MEDIA GRADUATE

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MY CARDIFF MET EXPERIENCE HELPED ME SECURE EMPLOYMENT  I began my studies with an introduction to youth work, which gave me the taste for youth and community work, before progressing onto the Foundation Certificate. I volunteered as a youth worker in a busy youth club and obtained the 100 hours of youth work experience hours required to progress onto the BA (Hons). Through this volunteering I was able to secure my first paid youth work employment. Five months into my degree studies I gained a second paid job with an exciting project, where I had the opportunity to engage young people in street based work.  ESTHER YEBOAH-AFARI YOUTH & COMMUNITY WORK GRADUATE

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CARDIFF SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT The Cardiff School of Management offers a portfolio of employability-focused degrees in Accounting, Economics and Finance; Business, Management and Law; Marketing and Strategy; and Tourism, Hospitality and Events Management that will give you the opportunity to get your career off to an excellent start. Many of our courses are professionally-accredited and offer a wide range of high-quality work placements through our long-standing links with industry. Each course has been carefully designed to help you become what employers prize most: someone who can think for themselves, with the knowledge, skills and experience to make the right things happen.

As a School, we pride ourselves on our strong commitment to both applied research and active engagement with industry, which allows us to offer employability enhancing taught degrees as well as outstanding research opportunities, lead by our team of expert Academic staff. Whatever your ambitions we believe we can offer you exceptional support and an inspiring learning environment to help you realise them. Refer back to the course directory on pages 4-13 for full list of Management degrees.

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MANAGEMENT FACILITIES LLANDAFF CAMPUS Our Cardiff School of Management building at the Llandaff campus embodies our mission to inspire future leaders of industry, whilst providing a hugely supportive learning environment. Facilities include our purpose-built Bloomberg Suite, Moot Courtroom, Hospitality Suite and dedicated IT centres with access to specialist, professional software enabling you to develop your skills and gain practical experience as part of your studies.

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MY INDUSTRIAL PLACEMENT YEAR

AT DELOITTE

 My journey to working at Deloitte started when Cardiff Met announced that Deloitte was coming to the University to deliver a talk on the 12-month placement opportunities available for second year students. I believe industrial placements should be treated as seriously as any graduate role, and may be even more significant. They allow you to build connections, help you grow both personally and professionally and gain more of an understanding of the working world. These roles are so much more than just something to put on your CV, they allow you to find a way to develop skills and the style of working – something I think I will bring into my third year.  KUSH SHINDE BUSINESS & MANAGEMENT BA (HONS)

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CARDIFF SCHOOL OF SPORT & HEALTH SCIENCES Based across both the Cyncoed and Llandaff campuses, we work in collaboration with our students and industry partners, health boards, national governing bodies and many others to deliver professionally recognised and employer-focused education.

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Subjects include:  Biomedical & Healthcare Sciences  Dental Technology  Environmental Health  Food Science, Nutrition & Dietetics  Podiatry  Psychology  Speech and Language Therapy  Sport Refer back to the course directory on pages 4-13 for full list of degrees.

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SPORT FACILITIES CYNCOED CAMPUS Our specialist sport and academic facilities enable you to gain practical experiences that prepare you for your future career.

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Teaching facilities include:  Performance Analysis Lab  Physiology Lab  Biomechanics Lab  Strength & Power Gym  Rehabilitation & Conditioning Gym  Massage Teaching Room  Sports Broadcast Suite  Research Labs Sports facilities include:  Wales National Indoor Athletics Centre  3G Pitches  Indoor Tennis Centre  Archers Arena  Swimming Pool

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HEALTH SCIENCES FACILITIES LLANDAFF CAMPUS Our specialist Health Sciences facilities are designed with your future career in mind, enabling you to gain practical experiences as part of your degree. Facilities include:  Biomedical & Healthcare Science Labs  Clinical Simulation Suite  Dental Technology Labs  Food Industry Centre - including a Bakery, Industrial Kitchens and a Sensory Analysis Lab  Podiatry Clinic  Psychology Labs 40 UNDERGRADUATE STUDY

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LAUNCHING MY BUSINESS ‘SPORTFOLIO’  I never had an exact career path in mind, and I think that’s why Sport Management at Cardiff Met is such a good option, due to its flexibility and the vast amount of subject areas the degree covers. From finance to sports events and marketing, it covers a range of topics and gives you the chance to tailor your degree based on your desired career path. Thanks to my degree I was able to create Sportfolio, a platform linking student athletes with their next step in their sporting career. I am very much at the beginning of my journey, and I have big plans for the next few years, but I am grateful of the foundations the Sport Management degree and the support Cardiff Met gave me.  TIM PARKER SPORT MANAGEMENT BSC (HONS)

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A PRACTICAL LEARNING EXPERIENCE BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES WITH HEALTH, EXERCISE & NUTRITION  My favourite part of the Biomedical Sciences degree was gaining handson practical experience which made the course fun to engage with! The practical elements of the lectures are a big part of learning at Cardiff Met. I learnt techniques that have set me up for my career, including blood testing, VO2 max tests, analysing bacteria and so much more. I now work as a Technical Assistant within a laboratory where I apply many of the skills on a day-to-day basis.  MICHAELA TOUMI BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES WITH HEALTH, EXERCISE & NUTRITION BSC (HONS)

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CARDIFF SCHOOL OF TECHNOLOGIES At Cardiff School of Technologies, our degrees are designed to prepare you for a career shaping the future of technology. Lectures, tutorials and hands-on workshops combine our multidisciplinary research with practical scenarios based on real-life cases provided by our industry and technology partners. You will have multiple opportunities to expand your knowledge and get ready for future jobs. All our courses offer an optional sandwich year in industry, and some give you the option to focus on specialist pathways. You can also choose to get additional professional qualifications, join our research centres and labs as an undergraduate intern, or take part in international competitions, projects and study trips where you team up with other students on real-world briefs. Whether you want to work in industry, launch your own start-up company, or enter the world of research and development, our degrees will prepare you with the confidence, experience and skills you need to thrive in the technology sector. Refer back to the course directory on pages 4-13 for a full list of Computing, Engineering and Creative Technologies degrees.

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TECHNOLOGIES FACILITIES LLANDAFF CAMPUS

Our Cardiff School of Technologies building is home to state-of-the-art facilities, offering a series of specialised learning spaces designed to help you develop practical skills. You will be able to work collaboratively in our flexible open learning areas and gain experience with industry-like scenarios in a positive environment. Our specialist spaces include:  Robotics Lab  Computer Security Lab  Electronic Systems Lab  Games Design & Development Lab  Data Science & Artificial Intelligence Lab  Teaching Labs

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MY ROBOTICS INTERNSHIP AT CARDIFF MET  I started working as an undergraduate intern at the EUREKA Robotics Centre, one of Cardiff Met’s leading research centres, under the supervision of two of my lecturers. I had the chance of learning about the latest robotics research & development, developing skills in 3D printing technologies, and gaining lots of knowledge on robotic arms. The Centre helped nurture my ability to develop and program robots to solve real challenges experienced by humans, and I managed to conduct successful demonstrations. Through the Centre, I also worked as a STEM Communicator delivering robotics outreach sessions in schools. This was a great chance to pass on my knowledge and passion to young learners through interactive workshops. The internship has empowered me, helped in my career development, and expanded my knowledge enormously.  AVEEN NAJM BSC (HONS) COMPUTER SCIENCE

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BE ON CAMPUS CYNCOED CAMPUS Home to Cardiff School of Education & Social Policy and part of Cardiff School of Sport & Health Sciences. The campus offers extensive and world-class sporting facilities to enhance the performance and academic development of all students. There are also dedicated teaching spaces for Education and Humanities courses. In addition to on-site accommodation and a purpose-built campus centre, there are coffee bars, an on-site shop and places to eat.

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LLANDAFF CAMPUS Home to Cardiff School of Art & Design, Cardiff School of Management, part of Cardiff School of Sport & Health Sciences and Cardiff School of Technologies. A busy campus that has benefitted from millions of pounds worth of recent investment in learning, teaching and social spaces; with excellent sporting facilities and places to eat and drink. The campus is located approximately two miles from the city centre of Cardiff, surrounded by numerous parks, playing fields and the historic village of Llandaff. The Plas Gwyn accommodation campus is also close by.

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ACCOMMODATION & LIFE IN HALLS We currently offer nearly 1000 study bedrooms located at the Cyncoed and Plas Gwyn campuses, with catered, self-catered, en-suite and shared facility options. In addition, we also allocate just over 600 en-suite halls to students through nomination agreements with private halls located near to the campuses. WHAT IT COSTS*

Plas Gwyn

Cyncoed

(Suitable for Llandaff students)

(Suitable for Cyncoed students)

£121-129 pw* (self-catered)

£173 - £185 pw* (catered) £122 - £131 pw* (self-catered)

*Fees based on a 40wk contract and correct at the time of print (January 2022). Please note that fees may change each year and the above acts as a guide only. Full and up-to-date fee information can be found on our website: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/hallfees.

For further information and to apply online*: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/accommodation *Applications open April 1st. 54 UNDERGRADUATE STUDY

Guaranteed place in halls for applicants.* Take a 360 tour of halls by scanning the QR code. *terms apply MINI GUIDE 55

RES LIFE We aim to make living in halls one of the best experiences of your university life. To help you have an unforgettable experience we have an award-winning Residence Life programme.  Our year-long calendar of weekly in-person and virtual events is aimed at first year students in Cardiff Met halls. We’ve given our students tickets to Wales rugby matches, ice skating, film premieres, yoga, pizza nights, book clubs, FIFA tournaments, haircuts, day trips and numerous other social events, including volunteering and networking events. The great news is that this is all FREE! We pay for it, all you need to do is get involved. When you arrive speak to your Warden or a Res Life Ambassador to find out more information.  DAVID OWEN METRES LIFE COORDINATOR

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CARDIFF OUR CITY, YOUR HOME This is our city – the capital of Wales. Full of culture, adventure and sport. Nightlife, shopping, a thriving international food scene, green spaces, waterways and more all wrapped up in a compact and easy to navigate space. A place we think you’ll be happy to call home. Whether you’re local to the city, or considering studying with us from further afield, we’re confident that Cardiff is a place you will want to call home. With a thriving student population, the city is consistently ranked as one of the most affordable student cities in the UK. If you need help finding a place to live, our dedicated accommodation team can offer advice and guidance (see page 54).

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Looking to commute? Both of our campuses are within easy reach of the M4 with excellent public transport links for travelling around the city.

Scan the QR code to watch our Life in Cardiff video. MINI GUIDE 59

BE INVOLVED STUDENTS’ UNION When you become a Cardiff Met student, you automatically become a member of the Students’ Union (SU). It is the job of the SU to represent, provide advice, support, and help you in all aspects of university and student life. The SU offers all students a range of workshops, employability volunteering and extracurricular opportunities to enhance your experience and CVs. Become a school rep, a course rep or even the next SU president to ensure the student voice is at the forefront of all decisions around student experience across the University. There’s also the social side. With SU sport, you can join a club and participate in a range of sporting activities; explore your interests by joining one of our 50+ societies as well as choose from a range of events throughout the year.

 My job is to try and make your life at Cardiff Met the best it can be. I represent you at the highest level at the University and work as a Student Governor representing the views of the students.  VENKY GONAVARAM STUDENTS’ UNION PRESIDENT

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To find out more, please visit: www.cardiffmetsu.co.uk or scan the QR code. @cardiffmetsu  @cardiffmetsu  /cardiffmetsu MINI GUIDE 61

BE ACTIVE SPORT FOR ALL At Cardiff Met we offer all students access to first-class sports facilities and opportunities for participation in a wide range of sport and recreation activities. All first-year students are provided with free sport and fitness membership across both campuses. To find out more, visit: www.cardifmet.ac.uk/metactive

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SU SPORT The Students’ Union (SU) offer all students the opportunity to participate in recreational leagues and tournaments across a wide range of sports. All levels of fitness and abilities welcomed. To find out more, visit: www.cardiffmetsu.co.uk

PERFORMANCE SPORT Cardiff Met has established itself as one of the leading universities for student sport in the UK. We offer an accredited performance environment, that is focussed on ensuring you achieve both your sporting and academic aspirations, setting the foundations for your future career. Scholarships are available for those who meet certain criteria.

To find out more, please visit www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/performancesport or scan the QR code. MINI GUIDE 63

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BE SUPPORTED STUDENT SERVICES Student Services exist to support you during your studies by helping you to reach your full potential, regardless of any challenges that you may face. Located across both campuses, our specialist staff offer impartial and confidential advice and support on money, mental and physical health and wellbeing, disability, and dyslexia. We also offer a range of online resources available to access 24/7.

STUDENTS’ UNION As well as representing the views of students at University, School and course level, the Students’ Union also offers independent and impartial advice and support on a number of aspects relating to university life. This includes wellbeing, housing and university processes and procedures. See more on page 60.

At Cardiff Met, there is always someone you can talk to. Find out more: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/studentservices or scan the QR code: MINI GUIDE 65

BE FOCUSED ON YOUR FUTURE TOP in Wales for graduates entering employment or further study within 15 months of graduation.* *93% - Latest Graduate Outcomes Survey.

CAREERS SERVICE Our dedicated team of careers professionals can provide you with support and guidance on a variety of careers related subjects such as writing applications, developing your CV and finding jobs and work experience. In addition, our on-line service Met-Hub will allow you to make appointments with the team, as well as provide access to employer events, workshops and skills sessions, careers news and graduate job vacancies, including placements and internships. Find out more, visit: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/careers

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ENTREPRENEURSHIP Whether you’re interested in starting a business, freelancing or being your own boss, the Centre for Entrepreneurship can help. Our dedicated team is available to guide you through the steps you need to take. Throughout the year we run a programme of activities for students and graduates, from informal networking events and funding competitions, to workshops and courses that will help you to develop a range of entrepreneurial skills. To find out more, please visit: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/entrepreneurship You can also read more about how the Centre for Entrepreneurship has supported students and graduates at: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/studentblogs

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NEXT STEPS OPEN DAYS Come and see us Book your place at: www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/opendays

APPLY ONLINE www.ucas.com

FURTHER INFORMATION Chat with Students (via Unibuddy) www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/chat Student Blogs www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/studentblogs

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UNDERGRADUATE STUDY MINI GUIDE

Undergraduate Study - Mini Guide

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CAREERS & ENTREPRENEURSHIP

CARDIFF SCHOOL OF ART & DESIGN

CARDIFF - OUR CITY YOUR HOME

CAMPUSES & FACILITIES

CARDIFF SCHOOL OF SPORT & HEALTH SCIENCES

CARDIFF SCHOOL OF TECHNOLOGIES

SPORT

STUDENT SUPPORT

STUDENTS’ UNION