Our Accommodation
OUR ACCOMMODATION
With campuses in and around Cardiff, you can experience the diversity that south Wales has to offer – the buzz of the cities, the beauty of the coast, and the calm of the countryside. Choose to live in either Newport, Pontypridd or Cardiff.
USW Pontypridd is framed by green hills and easy access to the awe-inspiring Brecon Beacons National Park. Here, you’ll have space to focus and horizons to explore. A diverse and friendly community is at the heart of our Pontypridd campus. Here, you’ll find everything you need. Halls on campus are a big part of the community atmosphere that our students love.
Newport is an independent, multicultural city that’s full of ideas and opportunities. Situated in the centre of Newport you’ll also find Europe’s biggest indoor market regeneration, where you can explore the food court, shop at independent stalls, and make the most of the business and work spaces available. Our modern campus is on the riverfront, home to a community of learning that’s dedicated to improving people’s lives.
Cardiff campus is in the creative centre of the capital. Cardiff is a modern, multicultural capital city that will surprise you. There’s always something happening or new places to discover. Lots of USW students choose to live in Cardiff, even if they study elsewhere, due to the easy connectivity between campuses. Well known as a city of culture and entertainment – it’s a popular student city that knows how to enjoy itself.
PONTYPRIDD
Halls at Pontypridd are on campus and they’re a big part of the community atmosphere. With plenty or rooms available and students from all over the UK and the world, you’ll make friends for life.
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At Newport, private halls are just a couple of minutes’ walk from campus and right on the bank of the River Usk, with different room packages to choose from.
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Many students choose to live in Cardiff, even if they study at a different campus. Our Cardiff accommodation is available through a partner halls provider that we have carefully selected to bring you the best in student living.
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WHAT’S INCLUDED?
Halls bedroom includes a bed, wardrobe, storage, chair, desk and internet access. Shared kitchens include a microwave, cooker, toaster, kettle, refrigerator and freezer, and there are laundry facilities available at each residence.
HOW ARE ROOMS ALLOCATED?
You’ll receive your accommodation booking email by email once your place at USW becomes unconditional firm (and you are eligible to enrol on your course). For most students, this will be after the exam results are announced in the summer. International students will also need a valid visa application.
HOW MUCH DO HALLS OF RESIDENCE COST?
To find out our costs for different types of accommodation, please use the button below to view our latest costs table.
Here to Help
WE’RE HERE TO HELP
Choosing somewhere new to live may seem daunting and you probably have a lot of questions about accommodation options, how much student accommodation costs and how to apply for student accommodation.
Our accommodation across South Wales is accessible, affordable and has all you could need to settle into a new location and begin your student journey. Did you know, you can return to accommodation in your second or third years of study as well?
If you have any other questions that aren’t listed, give us a call on 01443 482845 or you can email accom@southwales.ac.uk and our accommodation team will get back to you.
Private Accommodation
Find our approved private-sector student houses, flats and lodgings using our private accommodation search tool.
We have checked that all these properties are properly licensed and accredited. We also have lots of information and advice on renting through letting agencies.