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Cardiff University
Founded in 1883, Cardiff University Cardiff University combines a prestigious heritage with impressive modern facilities, on one of the most beautiful campuses in the UK. As part of the Russell Group, our students benefit from our outstanding research quality and reputation, while enjoying a wide variety of courses that can be tailored to any aspirations.
Among great minds
Cardiff University is ranked 25th in the UK (the Times and Sunday Times University Guide 2024) and 186th in the world (QS World University Rankings 2024). With 90% of our research confirmed as world-leading or internationally excellent in the 2021 Research Excellence Framework, our research expertise and facilities are valued and utilised by industry and commercial partners, government bodies and other organisations internationally.
Cardiff University’s outstanding research community features 2 Nobel Prize winners, Sir Martin Evans (Medicine) and Professor Robert Huber (Chemistry), 17 Fellows of the Royal Society, 10 Fellows of the Royal Academy of Engineering, 11 Fellows of the British Academy, and 21 Fellows of the Academy of Medical Sciences.
Outstanding facilities
The University’s striking white Portland-stone buildings are centrally located amidst parks and tree-lined avenues in the city's civic centre – such a unique environment that it was voted among the top 10 most beautiful university campus in the UK.
Through a blend of established tradition and cutting-edge innovation, Cardiff University offers a stimulating environment for study and research. The University's expertise in research-led teaching encompasses the humanities; the natural, physical, health, life and social sciences; engineering and technology and lifelong learning.
Cardiff University is dedicated to accommodating all study styles with 16 libraries, more than 2,500 study spaces and two dedicated postgraduate study zones. To support our world-leading research, we have invested millions in our facilities, including Europe’s most powerful brain scanner and Wales’s largest stock exchange trading floor.
Our Students’ Union is consistently ranked 2nd best in the UK by WhatUni Student Choice Awards, and with over 200 clubs and societies to choose from, everyone can find a place to call their own in Cardiff.
Upon enrolling, students have access to a range of free IT support and learning tools, including specialist software and Microsoft Office.
Students can take a virtual tour to explore Cardiff’s state-of-the-art facilities, comfortable accommodation, and the vibrant city of Cardiff.
Cardiff is a welcoming and diverse capital city that has been voted the best and the friendliest city in the UK by Condé Nast Traveller in 2023, 2nd most affordable university city in the UK according to NatWest Student Living Index 2023. With over 90 languages spoken and students making up 20% of the city’s population, students will feel welcome wherever they go in Cardiff.
Breath-taking beaches, national parks and mountains are all easily accessible, alongside a city scene renowned for its vibrant arts, culture and food, great shopping, and world-class sporting events.
Focused on your future
Whatever the stage of your career, our team of professional advisors will help you prepare for your journey after university. You’ll have access to personal, subject-specific guidance; jobs from over 1,000 registered employers; and a busy calendar of careers fairs and events.
A degree from Cardiff University opens doors across the globe. Graduates are in such high demand by employers that the university is currently ranked 12th in the UK for graduate employability (Times Higher Education Global University Employability Ranking 2023/24).
99% of postgraduate research graduates and 90% of postgraduate taught graduates who were working in the UK were in highly skilled employment 15 months after the end of their course. (Graduate Outcomes 2021/22).
Our postgraduates have secured employment with a wide range of high-profile organisations including: Admiral, BBC, Bloomberg, Deloitte, GE Healthcare, IBM, Microsoft, the NHS, TATA Steel and the UK Government.
Supporting your student life
From enrolment to graduation, we are here to help you every step of the way.
You will have access to a wide range of support and advice, from health and wellbeing to managing your money and study skills. Whether students are looking for financial advice, visa and immigration guidance, specialised career support for international students, help with health and wellbeing, information about careers and global opportunities, disability support or childcare facilities, mentoring and study skills sessions, residence support, or assistance with settling into university – support teams will be on hand to help.
The Centre for Student Life houses the Student Connect team, serving as the primary point of contact for accessing various student support services.
All Cardiff University students benefit from an assigned personal tutor throughout their studies to help with academic matters, and a student mentor can help student to settle into student life.
Postgraduate students can enjoy dedicated facilities and services, including postgraduate-only social events and trips – a great way to meet other postgraduates, join the Students’ Union Postgraduate Association or discover one of our free language courses. Research students also have access to additional resources through the Doctoral Academy.
Prospective students interested in knowing what it is really like to live and study in Cardiff can chat online with current Cardiff University students, who are ready to answer any questions potential applicants may have.
Funding opportunities
To recognise the outstanding talent of many international students, Cardiff University offers over GBP 2 million in funding through various scholarship schemes for both undergraduate and postgraduate international students. We also offer an alumni discount to all Cardiff University graduates.
For expert guidance on funding matters, enrolled students can turn to the Student Funding and Advice team, which provides free and impartial advice on all aspects of financing studies.
“Being a Chevening scholar also provided unique opportunities, such as attending exclusive events and conferences on campus and participating in significant projects. These experiences collectively enriched my time at university and provided a well-rounded, supportive environment.” – Victoria from Namibia, MSc International Human Resource Management
The Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarships at Cardiff University provide funding awards to international students across a variety of postgraduate taught programmes. These scholarships are part of the university's commitment to recognising and supporting outstanding international talent, offering financial assistance to help students pursue their academic and career goals.
The University’s global community, reputation, and partnerships are at the heart of its identity. With over 10,000 postgraduate students from more than 115 countries, students can enjoy being part of a vibrant international community.
Driven by creativity and curiosity, Cardiff University strives to fulfil its social, cultural and economic obligations to Cardiff, Wales, and the world.
Contact details
International Office
Cardiff University
McKenzie House
30-36 Newport Road
Cardiff
CF24 0DE
Wales, UK
Tel: +44 (0) 29 2087 4432
international@cardiff.ac.uk
https://www.cardiff.ac.uk/study/international
Departments
- Cardiff Business School
- School of Biosciences
- School of Chemistry
- School of Computer Science and Informatics
- School of Dentistry
- School of Earth and Environmental Sciences
- School of Engineering
- School of English, Communication and Philosophy
- School of Geography and Planning
- School of Healthcare Sciences
- School of History, Archaeology and Religion
- School of Journalism, Media and Culture
- School of Law and Politics
- School of Mathematics
- School of Medicine
- School of Modern Languages
- School of Music
- School of Optometry and Vision Sciences
- School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences
- School of Physics and Astronomy
- School of Psychology
- School of Social Sciences
- School of Welsh
- Welsh School of Architecture
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