About
The University of Wales is a confederal university based in Cardiff, Wales. Founded by royal charter in 1893 as a federal university with three constituent colleges – Aberystwyth, Bangor and Cardiff – the university was the first university established in Wales, one of the four countries within the United Kingdom. The university was, prior to the break up of the federation, the second largest university in the UK.
Key Information
- Crest / logo

- City
- Cardiff
- Region
- Wales
- Student population (approx)
- 10,000
PBSA Near This University
12 schemes within ~2 miles of campus · 6,976 beds
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| Property | Beds | Distance | Operator | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Fitzalan | 2026 | 0.1 mi | Prestige Student Living | Cardiff |
| Livin | 301 | 0.2 mi | Njoy Student Living | Cardiff |
| Howard Gardens | 540 | 0.2 mi | Mezzino | Cardiff |
| Newport Road Lane, Cardiff | 434 | 0.2 mi | — | Cardiff |
| Windsor House | 434 | 0.2 mi | Hello Student | Cardiff |
| Howard Gardens | 301 | 0.2 mi | Njoy Student Living | Cardiff |
| Glendower House | 556 | 0.2 mi | CRM Students | Cardiff |
| Summit House | 556 | 0.2 mi | Hello Student | Cardiff |
| Alwyn Court | 434 | 0.2 mi | Hello Student | Cardiff |
| West Wing | 444 | 0.2 mi | — | Cardiff |
| Park Lane Student Living Park Place, Cardiff | 434 | 0.3 mi | — | Cardiff |
| Student Roost Cardiff | 516 | 0.3 mi | — | Cardiff |