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Looking for student accommodation near Cardiff Metropolitan University? Housr lists a broad mix of student housing across Cardiff, designed to suit different budgets and group sizes. You can filter properties by rent prices and bedroom count, and every property price is bill-inclusive through Housr Bills, so there are no surprises when it comes to monthly costs.
Where Cardiff Metropolitan University is located
Unlike city-centre universities, Cardiff Metropolitan University is spread across two main campuses that sit outside Cardiff’s traditional student core:
Llandaff Campus
The university’s largest site, hosting sport, education, management, and health-related courses.
Cyncoed Campus
Located in north-east Cardiff, with a focus on art and design, engineering, and technology subjects.
Because both campuses are positioned away from major student residential zones, housing searches for Cardiff Met tend to work a little differently. Rather than living next door to academic buildings, students usually prioritise reliable bus connections, commute times, and access to established student neighbourhoods.
Some students, particularly those on sport or education degrees, opt to live closer to Llandaff to reduce travel time. However, rental supply around the campus is limited, which is why areas such as Cathays and Roath remain the most popular choices for Cardiff Met students.
Cardiff Met rankings and academic reputation
Cardiff Metropolitan University is best known for its hands-on, employment-focused approach to higher education. Teaching is closely aligned with industry practice, with strong emphasis on placements, professional accreditation, and real-world skills.
University rankings
In UK rankings, Cardiff Met consistently scores well for:
- Graduate employability
- Student satisfaction
- Teaching quality
Rather than competing as a research-intensive institution, Cardiff Met positions itself around applied learning and career readiness.
Subject strengths at Cardiff Met
Cardiff Met is particularly recognised for:
- Sport and Exercise Sciences
- Education and Teacher Training
- Art and Design
- Health and Allied Sciences
- Hospitality, Tourism, and Events Management
The university is also widely associated with high-quality sports facilities and strong BUCS results, supported by external partnerships, including links with Cardiff Rugby. This draws in a large number of sport-focused students, many of whom choose shared housing in well-established student areas rather than purpose-built blocks.
Private student accommodation for Cardiff Met students
Most students searching for Cardiff Metropolitan University accommodation focus on a small number of Cardiff neighbourhoods that balance affordability, student life, and transport access.
Cathays
Cathays remains the most searched area for Cardiff Met housing. It offers a dense supply of shared student houses, a lively social environment, and some of the best bus connectivity in the city.
Living in Cathays makes it easy to commute to both Llandaff and Cyncoed campuses, while also placing you close to Cardiff city centre, nightlife, and student amenities. For this reason, it’s especially popular with second- and third-year students renting with friends.
Browse Cathays student accommodation
Roath
Roath appeals to Cardiff Met students who want a slightly quieter setting without losing access to student life. The area combines a strong student presence with more green space, independent cafés, and local shops.
Bus routes from Roath provide straightforward access to the city centre and onward connections to Cardiff Met campuses, making it a good option if you prefer a calmer residential feel while still staying well connected.
Browse Roath student accommodation.
Getting around Cardiff as a Cardiff Met student
Reaching Cardiff city centre
Students living in Cathays or Roath benefit from frequent bus services into the city centre, giving easy access to Cardiff Central station, shopping areas, nightlife, and employment opportunities.
Travelling to campus
From Cathays or Roath, Cardiff’s bus network connects directly to both Llandaff and Cyncoed campuses. Typical journey times range from 20 to 40 minutes, depending on traffic and route choice.
For Cardiff Met students, checking transport routes early, rather than focusing solely on distance, is one of the most important steps when choosing accommodation.
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