Cardiff Uni Accommodation HELP!

(Original post by CardiffUni Rep 2)Hiya!

I lived in Talybont North in first year and I had friends living in Talybont Court. I think Taly South is the best for parties, but it does get really insane (I can hear the music from Taly North sometimes!). North is a bit more calmer than south - though we still have our parties haha. Though, you are right, it is quite small. Its alright if you're not looking for anything too luxurious - and the best part is that its the closest to the sports facilities, which helps if you find yourself as quite a sporty person.

Taly Court is a bit nicer just because the kitchen is bigger and so are the rooms. Plus, its closer to campus. They're all in the same area, but I found myself having to do a longer walk from North than my peers in Court just because the Talybont living area is actually quite big! I would say that Taly Court is still good for socialising.

On the other hand, Talybont North is closer than the others to the shops (Tesco and Aldi). So, it really depends on your preferences!

I hope that helped!

- Fatiha, Cardiff Uni Student Rep

Hi,

Thanks for your response and all the info!

I was wondering if you could give more info on how people have found Talybont court and what sort of people live there i.e the quarter people.

Basically, I'm looking for a place which is a mix of partying, comfort and the ability to get work done

Also, do there tend to be many mature students around as I will be 24 when I go to uni and don't want to be the only one?

Thanks

I would say that its pretty hard to say since honestly, its pretty diverse - like there isn't really one type of person that Talybont Court kind of attracts! I think Taly Court is a nice mix of all three - you do get partying, and there's definitely more comfort. We have a social space in the Talybont Complex so in case you wanted to study somewhere else other than in your flat.

In general, Cardiff's student body is the type that are big on partying haha, so generally it doesn't really matter which Talybont complex you go for, there's bound to be a party unless you choose an option such as quiet living.

And I would say yes! Personally, I've met one or two mature students in my course in first year. Also, all the University accommodations have a Student Life Residences Team, and they hold a couple of fun extra events. I've found that it's pretty diverse there as I've met quite a few older students, as well as post graduates. Within our Students Union, they also hold a couple of socialising events for mature students.

Hope that helped!

- Fatiha, Cardiff Uni Student Rep

I’ve just been allocated Talybont Gate, I haven’t really heard much about it. Is it any good? From the exterior it looks quite modern and with a quick google street view it appears quite close to Talybont North.

I’ve just been allocated Talybont Gate, I haven’t really heard much about it. Is it any good? From the exterior it looks quite modern and with a quick google street view it appears quite close to Talybont North.

HI i've just accepted cardiff as my firm and I tried to apply for accommodation, however, none of the Taly's were listed and only about 5 residences were listed and I just wanted to ask if you would know anything about this and when did you start applying for accommodation?

HI i've just accepted cardiff as my firm and I tried to apply for accommodation, however, none of the Taly's were listed and only about 5 residences were listed and I just wanted to ask if you would know anything about this and when did you start applying for accommodation?

Hi,

Thanks for your response and all the info!

I was wondering if you could give more info on how people have found Talybont court and what sort of people live there i.e the quarter people.

Basically, I'm looking for a place which is a mix of partying, comfort and the ability to get work done

Also, do there tend to be many mature students around as I will be 24 when I go to uni and don't want to be the only one?

Thanks

Hi,

Thanks for your response and all the info!

I was wondering if you could give more info on how people have found Talybont court and what sort of people live there i.e the quarter people.

Basically, I'm looking for a place which is a mix of partying, comfort and the ability to get work done

Also, do there tend to be many mature students around as I will be 24 when I go to uni and don't want to be the only one?

Thanks

hiii!! I got an offer for UG Psychology recently and I’m 21 going into my first year - I’ve been freaking out a little about not finding 20+ people going into first year. What course are you applying for?

Hi, I got an offer from Cardiff and I‘m almost completely sure I want to go here but I would like to wait until after the offer holder day before I accept. This is around beginning of March, would that still be early enough to have a good chance of getting my preferred accommodation?

I was in Talybont Court for my first year, it was really clean and pretty calm most days. A lot more international students than the other Taly's from my experience (which in my view was pretty nice!).

Hi there,
Were you able to sleep at night in Talybont court? Just wondering what the noise levels are like. I am aware that Talybont is a party area and I enjoy socialising and expect there to be atleast some noise, but I'm a bit worried I won't be able to sleep. I'm not a light sleeper, but I don't think I could handle really loud noises every night. Or maybe I'm wrong and this is something I could get used to.
Thanks in advance!

I was in Talybont Court for my first year, it was really clean and pretty calm most days. A lot more international students than the other Taly's from my experience (which in my view was pretty nice!).

Hey, when abouts did you apply for your accommodation and did you have an unconditional place at the uni? Really want to stay at court but not sure if I’ve applied too late as it’s a smaller residence. Thanks