They’re everywhere – sometimes obvious, sometimes you need to ask. So you might as well ask every time. Here are some to get you started (though please note, we don’t endorse any company – make sure you research the ones you want to buy from).
University ID cards can access some, but for a small annual charge, TOTUM cards can save a lot of money and are accepted as student ID
A student discount website which gives you information on discounts and the Cardiff area
Sign up to the Your Pontypridd newsletter for local business discounts
Martin Lewis is the money saving expert and with help from the public he finds the best deals in the UK
Many supermarkets and companies have their own saving schemes which can be free to join
Don’t forget about the freebies on offer – Freecycle can be amazing for furniture and equipment
Cable.co.uk has advice and guidance in finding the best deals for broadband and mobiles for students
Subscription which offers full access to the Telegraph’s website and app (including Puzzles) for university students and all staff working at universities/colleges. This normally costs people about £300 per year but for students and staff it is completely free, with no payment information required - you just need to use your university email address to sign up.
The sign up page can be found via this link: telegraph.co.uk/studentsub.
A student bank account will offer you better packages and give you an interest free overdraft
Students can save up to a 1/3 off rail with a 16-25 Railcard.
Go to your local train station and find out what they have on offer.
Students can receive great discounts with a TOTUM card on the Megabus service around the UK
Covering Newport bus service routes plus Cardiff, Cwmbran, Chepstow, Abertilleary and Monmouth. Go to your local bus station and find out what they have on offer.