Is Cardiff Met gym open?

​Cardiff Met sports facilities are open to all; whether you are an elite athlete, a casual player or you have never taken part before, you are most welcome.

Is Cardiff Met good for sport?

The university already has a reputation for the support and development of elite performers across many sports and the Hall of Fame includes over 350 international competitors from 28 different sports, including World, Olympic, British and Commonwealth champions.

Is Cardiff Metropolitan University prestigious?

Cardiff Metropolitan University is ranked 801 in World University Rankings by Times Higher Education and has an overall score of 4.2 stars, according to student reviews on Studyportals, the best place to find out how students rate their study and living experience at universities from all over the world.

Is Cardiff Uni better than Cardiff Met?

If you like being acquainted to everyone, Cardiff MU definitely has more of a ‘community’ feel to it, due to its smaller size; whereas Cardiff U is best suited for those who live on new daily discoveries, be it the unfamiliar lecture halls or the new people you will meet every day.

Does Cardiff Met have a swimming pool?

​A 4 lane 25metre indoor swimming pool with a 1m shallow end and a 3m deep end. The swimming pool is used by students on sports courses, the Cardiff Met swimming, water polo and canoe clubs, junior swimming academy, students for recreational use and the general public.

Is Cardiff University good?

Cardiff University is ranked 34th in The Times & The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2021, making Cardiff the highest ranked university in Wales.

Is Cardiff Metropolitan a Russell Group?

Cardiff University is a member of the Russell Group.

How safe is Cardiff?

Cardiff is the most dangerous city in South Glamorgan, and is among the top 20 most dangerous overall out of South Glamorgan’s 60 towns, villages, and cities. The overall crime rate in Cardiff in 2020 was 51 crimes per 1,000 people.

Is Cardiff cheaper than London?

Cardiff is one of the best value university cities in Europe. The cost of living in Cardiff is 41% cheaper than London.

Does going to a Russell Group university matter?

It all depends on your degree and industry. Truth be told, most employers care more about your skill and suitability for the job, rather than the university you attended. The vast majority of employers won’t mind if your university is not in the Russell Group or even in the top 20 or 30 universities in the UK.

Is Durham a Russell Group?

In March 2012, it was announced that four universities – Durham, Exeter, Queen Mary University of London; and York – would become members of the Russell Group in August of the same year. All of the new members had previously been members of the 1994 Group of British universities.

What are the bad areas of Cardiff?

Cathays South & Bute Park is the most dangerous neighbourhood in Cardiff, followed by Adamsdown in second place, and Splott as the third most dangerous area. Cardiff’s safest neighbourhoods are, in order, Cyncoed North, Lisvane, and Thornhill.

How big is the swimming pool at Cardiff Met?

The pool is a 4 lane 25 metre indoor swimming pool with a 1m shallow end and a 3m deep end. Located at the Cyncoed Campus, the swimming pool is used by students on sports courses, the Cardiff Met swimming, water polo and canoe clubs, students for recreational use and the general public​. Click here to read more.

Who is the swimming coach at Cardiff University?

This year a ‘performance’ squad has been created for our top swimmers which entitles them to Strength & Conditioning access with the University S&C team @CMetSandC. We work closely with City of Cardiff Swimming Club and head coach Graham Wardell, which means we are able to offer extra training where needed for our National & International swimmers.

Where can I swim for free in Cardiff?

Welcome to the swimming page of Sport Cardiff, here you will find all things swimming related including details of FREE SWIMMING opportunities in Cardiff. Don’t forget to check out our School Free Swimming page for details of where and when your children can swim for free all year around.

Is there a water polo club at Cardiff University?

Welcome to Cardiff University Swimming & Water Polo Club! We are one of the most successful clubs in Cardiff University’s Athletic Union.