Study at Cardiff | International

What sort of work can I do during my studies?

You can do most kinds of work, but you must not:

• be self-employed
• be employed as a professional sportsperson or sports coach
• be employed as an entertainer
• take a permanent full-time job

It is important to be realistic about the job opportunities available.

In the UK, generally students obtain part-time relatively low paid casual work, (paid at the National Minimum Wage rate). Typically this kind of work includes, working in a shop, a restaurant or bar, as a cleaner, or as a computer data entry clerk.

You cannot rely on securing a part-time job to pay your fees or living expenses.

Also see:

• Where can I find employment opportunities?

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