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Cardiff University
Cardiff University, Cardiff United Kingdom
# =154QS World University Rankings
305Undergraduate programs
202Postgraduate programs
19,700 GBPTuition Fee/year
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About Cardiff University
Cardiff University is an ambitious and innovative university with a bold and strategic vision located in a beautiful and thriving capital city.
As a member of the Russell Group, Cardiff is one of Britain's top 24 leading research universities and we are proud of our long-standing reputation for academic excellence, cutting-edge research, and high student satisfaction. 90% of Cardiff University's research has been confirmed as world-leading or internationally excellent by the 2021 Research Excellence Framework.
The University’s Portland-stone buildings are centrally located amidst parks and tree-lined avenues in the city's civic centre. Students and staff are drawn from throughout the world, attracted by its international reputation and commitment to excellence. Founded in 1883, Cardiff University combines impressive modern facilities and a dynamic approach to teaching and research.
Through this 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.
According to the latest QS World University Rankings, Cardiff is ranked in the top 50 for Communication and Media Studies and ranked in the top 100 for Architecture/Built Environment, Dentistry, English Language & Literature, Psychology, Nursing, Social Policy & Administration, Sociology, and Pharmacy & Pharmacology.
Cardiff University’s outstanding research community features 2 Nobel Prize winners, 13 Fellows of the Royal Society, 11 Fellows of the Royal Academy of Engineering, 7 Fellows of the British Academy, and 21 Fellows of the Academy of Medical Sciences.
The University’s global community, reputation, and partnerships are at the heart of its identity. With over 7,530 international students from 138 countries and agreements with more than 300 institutions around the world, international partnerships are an integral part of the University's work. Driven by creativity and curiosity, Cardiff University strives to fulfil its social, cultural and economic obligations to Cardiff, Wales, and the world.
About Cardiff University
Cardiff University is an ambitious and innovative university with a bold and strategic vision located in a beautiful and thriving capital city.
As a member of the Russell Group, Cardiff is one of Britain's top 24 leading research universities and we are proud of our long-standing reputation for academic excellence, cutting-edge research, and high student satisfaction. 90% of Cardiff University's research has been confirmed as world-leading or internationally excellent by the 2021 Research Excellence Framework.
The University’s Portland-stone buildings are centrally located amidst parks and tree-lined avenues in the city's civic centre. Students and staff are drawn from throughout the world, attracted by its international reputation and commitment to excellence. Founded in 1883, Cardiff University combines impressive modern facilities and a dynamic approach to teaching and research.
Through this 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.
According to the latest QS World University Rankings, Cardiff is ranked in the top 50 for Communication and Media Studies and ranked in the top 100 for Architecture/Built Environment, Dentistry, English Language & Literature, Psychology, Nursing, Social Policy & Administration, Sociology, and Pharmacy & Pharmacology.
Cardiff University’s outstanding research community features 2 Nobel Prize winners, 13 Fellows of the Royal Society, 11 Fellows of the Royal Academy of Engineering, 7 Fellows of the British Academy, and 21 Fellows of the Academy of Medical Sciences.
The University’s global community, reputation, and partnerships are at the heart of its identity. With over 7,530 international students from 138 countries and agreements with more than 300 institutions around the world, international partnerships are an integral part of the University's work. Driven by creativity and curiosity, Cardiff University strives to fulfil its social, cultural and economic obligations to Cardiff, Wales, and the world.
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Cardiff University was ranked as one of the world’s top 166 Universities, reaching #22 in the world for Communication & Media Studies, #46 for Architecture/Built Environment, #55 for Pharmacy & Pharmacology, and #58 for Psychology, in addition to English Language & Literature, Dentistry, Nursing, and Social Policy & Administration all ranking in the top 100 according to the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2023. As a member of the Russell Group, Cardiff is also one of Britain's top 24 leading teaching universities.
Cardiff University’s undergraduate teaching has been recognised as excellent in the UK, with Media and Film Studies as #2, Architecture recognised as #5, Psychology as #10, Dentistry as #12, and Pharmacy & Pharmacology as #8, in The Guardian University Guide 2023, and Cardiff’s Optometry, Ophthalmology & Orthoptics ranked #4, and Pharmacology & Pharmacy ranked #5 in The Complete University Guide 2023, with Celtic Studies as #2 and Physiotherapy as #3, Nursing as #5, Architecture as #6, Communication & Media Studies as #9, and Dentistry as #10. Many of the University’s degree schemes are accredited by professional bodies and provide partial or complete exemption from relevant professional examinations.
Cardiff offers unique opportunities for its students during their undergraduate studies. Students can undertake international study, volunteering and work placements through the Global Opportunities Team. Students can also learn a language for free as part of the Languages for All initiative – Welsh lessons are also offered to help students get a flavour for the unique cultural environment Cardiff provides. These extra services, as well as a dedicated Students’ Union (recently voted 2nd best in the UK), ensure that students at Cardiff University thoroughly enjoy their experience. In the National Student Survey 2022, 76% of final-year undergraduate students reported that they were satisfied with their course.
Undergraduate students at Cardiff University are supported throughout their courses, right from day one up until graduation. In addition to having access to facilities supporting student wellbeing, such as the dedicated International Student Support team, Cardiff University students also have access to excellent careers and employability services. 96% of our graduates were in employment and/or further study, due to start a new job or course, 15 months after the end of their course.
A place in one of the University’s 5,543 student rooms is guaranteed to all first-year undergraduates entering the normal admissions cycle. The vast majority of student residences are single en-suite study bedrooms in self-catered flats. Students enjoy some of the lowest rents in the UK as Cardiff is the most affordable university city in the UK.
Cardiff Business School (24)
Accounting (BSc)
Accounting and Finance (BSc)
Accounting and Finance with a Professional Placement Year (BSc)
Accounting with a Professional Placement Year (BSc)
Banking and Finance (BSc Econ)
Banking and Finance with a European Language (German) (BSc)
Banking and Finance with a European Language (Spanish) (BSc)
Banking and Finance with a Professional Placement Year (BSc Econ)
Business Economics (BSc Econ)
Business Economics with a European Language (French) (BSc)
Business Economics with a European Language (German) (BSc)
Business Economics with a European Language (Spanish) (BSc)
Business Economics with a Professional Placement Year (BSc Econ)
Business Management (BSc)
Business Management (Human Resource Management) (BSc)
Business Management (Human Resource Management) with a Professional Placement Year (BSc)
Business Management (International Management) (BSc)
Business Management (International Management) with a Professional Placement Year (BSc)
Business Management (Logistics and Operations) (BSc)
Business Management (Logistics and Operations) with a Professional Placement Year (BSc)
Business Management (Marketing) (BSc)
Business Management (Marketing) with a Professional Placement Year (BSc)
Business Management with Welsh (BSc)
Business Management with Welsh with a Professional Placement Year (BSc)
Business Management with a European Language (French) (BSc)
Business Management with a European Language (German) (BSc)
Business Management with a European Language (Spanish) (BSc)
Business Management with a Professional Placement Year (BSc)
Business Studies and Japanese (BSc)
Economics (BSc Econ)
Economics and Finance (BSc Econ)
Economics and Finance with a Professional Placement Year (BSc Econ)
Economics and Management Studies (BSc Econ)
Economics and Management Studies with a Professional Placement Year (BSc Econ)
Economics with a European Language (French) (BSc)
Economics with a European Language (German) (BSc)
Economics with a European Language (Spanish) (BSc)
Economics with a Professional Placement Year (BSc Econ)
School of Biosciences (24)
Biochemistry (BSc)
Biochemistry (MBiochem)
Biochemistry with Professional Training Year (BSc)
Biochemistry with Professional Training Year (MBiochem)
Biological Sciences (BSc)
Biological Sciences (MBiol)
Biological Sciences (Zoology) (BSc)
Biological Sciences (Zoology) with Professional Training Year (BSc)
Biological Sciences with Professional Training Year (BSc)
Biological Sciences with Professional Training Year (MBiol)
Biomedical Sciences (BSc)
Biomedical Sciences (MBiomed)
Biomedical Sciences with Professional Training Year (BSc)
Biomedical Sciences with Professional Training Year (MBiomed)
Neuroscience (BSc)
Neuroscience with Professional Training Year (BSc)
School of Chemistry (24)
Chemistry (BSc)
Chemistry (MChem)
Chemistry with Year in Industry (MChem)
Chemistry with a Placement Year Abroad (BSc)
Chemistry with a Placement Year Abroad (MChem)
Chemistry with a Preliminary Year (BSc)
Chemistry with a Year in Industry (BSc)
School of Computer Science and Informatics (24)
Applied Software Engineering (BSc)
Computer Science (BSc)
Computer Science (MSci)
Computer Science with Security and Forensics (BSc)
Computer Science with Security and Forensics with a Year in Industry (BSc)
Computer Science with Security and Forensics with a Year of Study Abroad (BSc)
Computer Science with a Year in Industry (BSc)
Computer Science with a Year in Industry (MSci)
Computer Science with a Year of Study Abroad (BSc)
Computer Science with a Year of Study Abroad (MSci)
School of Dentistry (24)
Dental Surgery (BDS)
Dental Therapy and Dental Hygiene (BSc)
School of Earth and Environmental Sciences (24)
Environmental Geography (BSc)
Environmental Geography with a Year of Study Abroad (BSc)
Environmental Geoscience (BSc)
Environmental Geoscience with a Year of Study Abroad (BSc)
Environmental Sustainability Science (BSc)
Exploration Geology (BSc)
Exploration Geology with a Year of Study Abroad (BSc)
Geology (BSc)
Geology with a Year of Study Abroad (BSc)
Marine Geography (BSc)
Marine Geography (MSci)
Marine Geography with a Year of Study Abroad (BSc)
Physical Geography (BSc)
Physical Geography (MSci)
Physical Geography with a Year of Study Abroad (BSc)
School of Engineering (24)
Architectural Engineering (BEng)
Architectural Engineering (International) (MEng)
Architectural Engineering (International) with a Year in Industry (MEng)
Architectural Engineering (MEng)
Architectural Engineering with Year in Industry (MEng)
Architectural Engineering with a Year in Industry (BEng)
Civil Engineering (BEng)
Civil Engineering (International) (MEng)
Civil Engineering (International) with a Year in Industry (MEng)
Civil Engineering (MEng)
Civil Engineering with Year in Industry (MEng)
Civil Engineering with a Year in Industry (BEng)
Civil and Environmental Engineering (BEng)
Civil and Environmental Engineering (International) (MEng)
Civil and Environmental Engineering (International) with a Year in Industry (MEng)
Civil and Environmental Engineering (MEng)
Civil and Environmental Engineering with Year in Industry (MEng)
Civil and Environmental Engineering with a Year in Industry (BEng)
Electrical and Electronic Engineering (BEng)
Electrical and Electronic Engineering (International) (MEng)
Electrical and Electronic Engineering (International) with a Year in Industry (MEng)
Electrical and Electronic Engineering (MEng)
Electrical and Electronic Engineering with Year in Industry (MEng)
Electrical and Electronic Engineering with a Year in Industry (BEng)
Engineering with a Foundation Year (BEng)
Integrated Engineering (BEng)
Integrated Engineering (International) (MEng)
Integrated Engineering (International) with a Year in Industry (MEng)
Integrated Engineering (MEng)
Integrated Engineering with Year in Industry (MEng)
Integrated Engineering with a Year in Industry (BEng)
Mechanical Engineering (BEng)
Mechanical Engineering (International) (MEng)
Mechanical Engineering (International) with a Year in Industry (MEng)
Mechanical Engineering (MEng)
Mechanical Engineering with Year in Industry (MEng)
Mechanical Engineering with a Year in Industry (BEng)
Medical Engineering (BEng)
Medical Engineering (International) (MEng)
Medical Engineering (International) with a Year in Industry (MEng)
Medical Engineering (MEng)
Medical Engineering with Year in Industry (MEng)
Medical Engineering with a Year in Industry (BEng)
School of English, Communication and Philosophy (24)
English Language (BA) Full time
English Language (BA) Part time
English Language and French (BA)
English Language and German (BA)
English Language and Italian (BA)
English Language and Linguistics (BA) Full time
English Language and Linguistics (BA) Part time
English Language and Literature (BA)
English Language and Philosophy (BA)
English Language and Spanish (BA)
English Literature (BA) Full time
English Literature (BA) Part time
English Literature and Creative Writing (BA) Full time
English Literature and Creative Writing (BA) Part time
English Literature and History (BA)
English Literature and Philosophy (BA)
Philosophy (BA) Full time
Philosophy (BA) Part time
Philosophy and Economics (BA)
Philosophy and History (BA)
School of Geography and Planning (24)
Human Geography (BSc)
Human Geography and Planning (BSc)
Human Geography and Planning with a Professional Placement Year (Accredited) (BSc)
Human Geography with a Professional Placement Year (BSc)
Urban Planning and Development (BSc)
Urban Planning and Development with a Professional Placement Year (BSc)
School of Healthcare Sciences (24)
Bachelor of Nursing (Adult) Autumn Intake (BN)
Bachelor of Nursing (Adult) Spring Intake (BN)
Bachelor of Nursing (Child) (BN)
Bachelor of Nursing (Mental Health) Autumn Intake (BN)
Bachelor of Nursing (Mental Health) Spring Intake (BN)
Diagnostic Radiography and Imaging (BSc)
Midwifery (BMid)
Occupational Therapy (BSc)
Physiotherapy (BSc)
Radiotherapy and Oncology (BSc)
School of History, Archaeology and Religion (24)
Ancient History (BA)
Ancient History and History (BA)
Archaeology (BA)
Archaeology (BSc)
Archaeology and Ancient History (BA)
Archaeology and History (BA)
Conservation of Objects in Museums and Archaeology (BSc)
History (BA)
History and Economics (BA)
Religion and Theology (BA)
Religious Studies and Philosophy (BA)
School of Journalism, Media and Cultural Studies (24)
Journalism Media and Sociology (BA)
Journalism and Communications (BA)
Journalism, Communications and Politics (BA)
Journalism, Media and English Literature (BA)
Media and Communications (BA)
Media, Journalism and Culture (BA)
School of Law and Politics (24)
International Relations (BSc Econ)
International Relations and Politics (BSc Econ)
Law (LLB)
Law and Criminology (LLB)
Law and French (LLB)
Law and Politics (LLB)
Law and Welsh (LLB)
Politics (BSc Econ)
Politics and Economics (BSc Econ)
Politics and Modern History (BSc Econ)
Politics and Philosophy (BA)
Politics and Sociology (BSc Econ)
Politics and Spanish (BA)
School of Mathematics (24)
Financial Mathematics (BSc)
Financial Mathematics with a Professional Placement Year (BSc)
Financial Mathematics with a Year Abroad (BSc)
Mathematics (BSc)
Mathematics (MMath)
Mathematics Operational Research and Statistics (BSc)
Mathematics Operational Research and Statistics with a Professional Placement (BSc)
Mathematics and Music (BA)
Mathematics and Music with Year of Study Abroad (BA)
Mathematics with a Professional Placement Year (BSc)
Mathematics with a Professional Placement Year (MMath)
Mathematics with a Year Abroad (BSc)
Mathematics with a Year Abroad (MMath)
Mathematics, Operational Research and Statistics (MMORS)
Mathematics, Operational Research and Statistics with a Professional Placement Year (MMORS)
Mathematics, Operational Research and Statistics with a Year Abroad (BSc)
Mathematics, Operational Research and Statistics with a Year of Study Abroad (MMORS)
School of Medicine (24)
Medical Pharmacology (BSc)
Medicine (MBBCh)
Medicine: Graduate Entry (MBBCh)
Medicine: North Wales (MBBCh)
School of Modern Languages (24)
Chinese (BA)
French (BA)
French and Economics (BA)
French and English Literature (BA)
French and German (BA)
French and Italian (BA)
French and Japanese (BA)
French and Music (BA)
French and Philosophy (BA)
French and Politics (BA)
French and Portuguese (BA)
French and Spanish (BA)
German (BA)
German and Economics (BA)
German and English Literature (BA)
German and Italian (BA)
German and Japanese (BA)
German and Music (BA)
German and Politics (BA)
German and Portuguese (BA)
German and Spanish (BA)
Italian (BA)
Italian and Economics (BA)
Italian and English Literature (BA)
Italian and Japanese (BA)
Italian and Music (BA)
Italian and Philosophy (BA)
Italian and Politics (BA)
Italian and Portuguese (BA)
Italian and Spanish (BA)
Modern Chinese (BA)
Modern Languages and Translation (BA)
Portuguese and Spanish (BA)
Spanish (BA)
Spanish and Economics (BA)
Spanish and English Literature (BA)
Spanish and Japanese (BA)
Spanish and Philosophy (BA)
Translation (BA)
School of Music (24)
Music (BA)
Music (BMus)
Music and English Literature (BA)
Music and Philosophy (BA)
Music with a Year of Study Abroad (BA)
Music with a Year of Study Abroad (BMus)
School of Optometry and Vision Sciences (24)
Optometry (BSc)
Optometry with a Preliminary Year (BSc)
School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences (24)
Pharmacy (MPharm)
School of Physics and Astronomy (24)
Astrophysics (BSc)
Astrophysics (MPhys)
Physics (BSc)
Physics (MPhys)
Physics with Astronomy (BSc)
Physics with Astronomy (MPhys)
Physics with Astronomy with Professional Placement (BSc)
Physics with Astronomy with Professional Placement (MPhys)
Physics with Medical Physics (BSc)
Physics with Professional Placement (BSc)
Physics with Professional Placement (MPhys)
School of Psychology (24)
Psychology (BSc)
Psychology with Professional Placement (BSc)
School of Social Sciences (24)
Criminology (BSc)
Criminology and Social Policy (BSc)
Criminology and Sociology (BSc)
Education (BSc)
Human and Social Sciences (BSc)
Social Analytics (BSc)
Social Science (BSc)
Sociology (BSc)
Sociology and Education (BSc)
Sociology and Social Policy (BSc)
School of Welsh/Ysgol y Gymraeg (24)
Welsh (BA) Full time
Welsh (BA) Part time
Welsh and Education (BA)
Welsh and English Language (BA)
Welsh and English Literature (BA)
Welsh and French (BA)
Welsh and History (BA)
Welsh and Italian (BA)
Welsh and Journalism (BA)
Welsh and Music (BA)
Welsh and Philosophy (BA)
Welsh and Politics (BA)
Welsh and Spanish (BA)
Welsh and the Professional Workplace (BA) Full time
Welsh and the Professional Workplace (BA) Part time
Welsh School of Architecture (24)
Architecture (BSc/MArch)
Study with us at Cardiff University and you’ll join a thriving community postgraduate students. We have more than 300 postgraduate study options for you to choose from, including full-time, part-time, blended learning and distance learning courses.? Here are our top 10 reasons to choose Cardiff for your postgrad course:
1. World-leading research
90% of research at Cardiff University is officially world-leading or internationally excellent according to the latest independent assessment of research quality across UK higher education institutions (REF 2021). We’re also a member of the prestigious Russell Group of leading universities.
2. Teaching excellence
We have a long history of providing outstanding research-led teaching. We’re ranked among the top 40 universities in Europe for teaching excellence (Times Higher Education Europe Teaching Rankings, 2022). Our staff are experts in their fields, working at the forefront of their academic discipline – which means that you will too.
3. A capital city with a difference
Bursting with culture, cuisine, architecture, entertainment and history, Cardiff was ranked the third-best capital city in Europe in 2015 alongside Copenhagen and Stockholm. The city is also budget-friendly: Cardiff was recently ranked as the UK’s most affordable university city (Natwest Student Living Index 2019).
4. On the doorstep to wild Wales
Beyond the buzz of the city, you’ll find incredible beaches, countryside and mountains. The nearby Brecon Beacons National Park offers outstanding scenery and wildlife alongside ample opportunity for adventure sports and outdoor pursuits. The beautiful Welsh coastline is also only a short 30 minutes away.
5. A wide range of postgraduate programmes
We offer more than 300 postgraduate study opportunities. Many of our programmes can be studied part-time, which is ideal if you need to balance study with professional, financial or family commitments. We also offer a number of conversion courses.
6. Expert career guidance
Cardiff was ranked 13th in the UK in the Times Higher Education Global University Employability Ranking 2022. Wherever you are in your career journey, our team of professional careers advisers can help you develop your career plans after graduation.
7. Funding opportunities
We have a number of funding opportunities available, including our Master’s Excellence Scholarship scheme. Many courses are also eligible for government postgraduate loans for master’s programmes for UK and EU students.
8. Outstanding student support
We want to help you make the most of your postgraduate experience, by ensuring you can access any additional help you may need. From money advice and confidential counselling to disability services and award-winning childcare, we’re here to support you every step of the way.
9. Languages for All
Our Languages for All programme gives you the chance to improve your language skills alongside your studies – for free. Our flexible choice of study options allows you to learn in a way that suits you, through weekly classes, intensive sessions or independent learning.
10. One of the best Students’ Unions in the UK
Our Students' Union is the 2nd best in the UK (Whatuni Choice Awards 2022). Home to over 200 student societies and 60 sports clubs, a free employment service and a number of social spaces, the Students' Union caters to every student's needs.
Cardiff Business School (25)
Accounting and Finance (MSc)
Business Management (MSc)
Business Management with a Professional Placement Year (MSc)
Business Strategy and Entrepreneurship (MSc)
Economics (MSc)
Finance (MSc)
Financial Economics (MSc)
Human Resource Management (MSc)
International Economics, Banking and Finance (MSc)
International Human Resource Management (MSc)
International Management (MSc)
Logistics and Operations Management (MSc)
Maritime Policy and Shipping Management (MSc)
Marketing (MSc)
Strategic Marketing (MSc)
Sustainable Supply Chain Management (MSc)
Others (25)
Advancing Practice in Neonatology (MSc)
Applied Bioinformatics and Genetic Epidemiology (MSc)
Applied Bioinformatics and Genetic Epidemiology (MSc)
Applied Bioinformatics and Genomics (MSc)
Applied Bioinformatics and Genomics (MSc)
Community Health Studies (SPQ) (PgDip)
Independent/Supplementary Prescribing (PgCert)
International Criminology and Criminal Justice (MSc)
Pre-Registration Occupational Therapy (MSc)
Radiographic Reporting (PgCert)
Sport and Exercise Physiotherapy (MSc)
School of Biosciences (25)
Big Data Biology (MSc)
Global Ecology and Conservation (MSc)
Master of Research in Biosciences (MRes)
Neuroscience (MNeuro)
Neuroscience with Professional Training Year (MNeuro)
School of Chemistry (25)
Advanced Chemistry (MSc)
Medicinal Chemistry (MSc)
School of Computer Science and Informatics (25)
Advanced Computer Science (MSc)
Advanced Computer Science with a Professional Placement Year (MSc)
Artificial Intelligence (MSc)
Computing (MSc)
Computing and IT Management (MSc)
Computing and IT Management with Placement (MSc)
Computing with Placement (MSc)
Cyber Security and Technology
Data Science and Analytics (MSc)
Software Engineering (MSc)
Software Engineering with a Professional Placement Year (MSc)
School of Dentistry (25)
Clinical Dentistry (Endodontology) (MClinDent)
Clinical Dentistry (Prosthodontics) (MClinDent)
Implantology (MSc)
Oral Biology (MSc)
Orthodontics (MScD)
Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine (MSc)
School of Earth and Environmental Sciences (25)
Applied Environmental Geology (MSc)
Environmental Geography (MSci)
Environmental Geoscience (MSci)
Environmental Hazards (MSc)
Exploration Geology (MSci)
Geology (MSci)
Water in a Changing World (MSc)
School of Engineering (25)
Advanced Mechanical Engineering (MSc)
Building and Infrastructure Information Modelling (BIM) for Smart Engineering (MSc)
Civil Engineering (MSc)
Civil and Geoenvironmental Engineering (MSc)
Civil and Water Engineering (MSc)
Compound Semiconductor Electronics (MSc)
Electrical Energy Systems (MSc)
Manufacturing Engineering Innovation & Management (MSc)
Structural Engineering (MSc)
Sustainable Energy and Environment (MSc)
Wireless and Microwave Communication Engineering (MSc)
Wireless and Microwave Communication Engineering with a Research Year (MSc)
Wireless and Microwave Communication Engineering with a Year in Industry (MSc)
School of English, Communication and Philosophy (25)
Applied Linguistics (MA)
Creative Writing (MA)
English Literature (MA)
Forensic Linguistics (MA)
Language and Communication Research (MA)
Language and Linguistics (MA)
Philosophy (MA)
School of Geography and Planning (25)
Environment and Development (MSc)
International Planning and Development (MSc)
International Planning and Urban Design (MSc)
Planning Practice (PgCert)
Social Science Research Methods (Environmental Planning) (MSc)
Spatial Planning and Development (MSc)
Sustainability Planning and Environmental Policy (MSc)
Transport and Planning (MSc)
Urban and Regional Development (MSc)
School of Healthcare Sciences (25)
Advanced Clinical Practice (MSc)
Advanced Healthcare Practice (MSc)
Occupational Therapy (MSc)
Physiotherapy (MSc)
Physiotherapy (Pre-registration)
Radiography (MSc)
Specialist Community Public Health Nursing (Health Visiting) (PgDip)
Sports and Exercise Physiotherapy (MSc) Full time
Sports and Exercise Physiotherapy (MSc) Part time
School of History, Archaeology and Religion (25)
Archaeological Science (MSc)
Archaeology (MA)
Care of Collections (MSc)
Conservation Practice (MSc)
History (MA)
Professional Conservation (MSc)
Theology (MTh)
School of Journalism, Media and Cultural Studies (25)
Broadcast Journalism (MA)
Computational and Data Journalism (MSc)
Cultural and Creative Industries (MA)
Digital Documentaries (MA)
Digital Media and Society (MA)
International Journalism (MA)
International Public Relations and Global Communications Management (MA)
Journalism, Media And Communications (MA)
Magazine Journalism (MA)
News Journalism (MA)
Political Communication (MA)
School of Law and Politics (25)
Bar Training Course (LLM)
Canon Law (LLM)
Governance and Devolution (LLM)
Graduate Diploma in Law (GDip)
Human Rights Law (LLM)
Intellectual Property Law (LLM)
International Commercial Law (LLM)
International Relations (MSc Econ)
Law (LLM)
Legal Aspects of Medical Practice (LLM)
Legal Practice Course (LLM)
Politics and Public Policy (MSc Econ)
Shipping Law (LLM)
Social Science Research Methods (International Relations) (MSc)
Social Science Research Methods (Politics) (MSc)
Social Science Research Methods (Social-Legal) (Law) (MSc)
Welsh Government and Politics (MSc Econ)
School of Mathematics (25)
Data Analytics for Government (MSc)
Mathematics (MSc)
Operational Research and Applied Statistics (MSc)
Operational Research, Applied Statistics and Financial Risk (MSc)
School of Medicine (25)
Advanced Surgical Practice (MSc)
Applied and Experimental Clinical Immunology (MSc)
Clinical Dermatology (MSc)
Clinical Geriatrics (MSc)
Critical Care (MSc)
Diabetes Practice (MSc)
Genetic and Genomic Counselling (MSc)
Medical Education (MSc)
Medical Education (MSc)
Medical Education (MSc)
Medical Education (PgCert)
Medical Education (PgDip)
Medical Education (PgDip)
Medical Education (PgDip)
Medical Toxicology (MSc)
Palliative Medicine for Health Care Professionals (MSc)
Practical Dermatology (MSc)
Psychiatry (MSc)
Public Health (MPH)
Wound Healing and Tissue Repair (MSc)
School of Modern Languages (25)
Global Cultures (MA)
Translation Studies (MA)
School of Music (25)
Music (MA)
School of Optometry and Vision Sciences (25)
Clinical Optometry (MSc)
Eye Care Governance (PgCert)
Therapeutic Prescribing for Optometrists (PgCert)
School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences (25)
Cancer Biology and Therapeutics (MSc)
Clinical Pharmacy (MSc)
Clinical Research (MSc)
School of Physics and Astronomy (25)
Astrophysics (MSc)
Compound Semiconductor Physics (MSc)
Data Intensive Astrophysics (MSc)
Data Intensive Physics (MSc)
Gravitational Wave Physics (MSc)
Physics (MSc)
School of Psychology (25)
Children's Psychological Disorders (Msc)
Children’s Psychological Disorders (MSc)
Cognitive and Behavioural Therapies (PgCert)
Cognitive and Behavioural Therapies (PgDip)
Psychology (MSc)
Social Science Research Methods (Psychology) (MSc)
School of Social Sciences (25)
Education (MSc)
Social Science Research Methods (Criminology) (MSc)
Social Science Research Methods (Educational Studies) (MSc)
Social Science Research Methods (Management and Business Studies) (MSc)
Social Science Research Methods (Science and Technology Studies) (MSc)
Social Science Research Methods (Social Policy) (MSc)
Social Science Research Methods (Social Work) (MSc)
Social Science Research Methods (Sociology) (MSc)
Social Work (MA)
Social and Public Policy (MSc)
School of Welsh/Ysgol y Gymraeg (25)
Welsh and Celtic Studies (MA)
Welsh School of Architecture (25)
Architectural Design (MA)
Architectural Studies (MArch)
Architecture: Professional Practice (PgDip)
Computational Methods in Architecture (MSc)
Environmental Design of Buildings (1yr Distance Learning) (MSc)
Environmental Design of Buildings (2yr DL) (MSc)
Environmental Design of Buildings (3 year Distance Learning) (MSc)
Environmental Design of Buildings (MSc)
Master of Design Administration ((MDA) (Distance))
Master of Design Administration (MDA) (Full time blended learning)
Sustainable Building Conservation (MSc)
Sustainable Mega-Buildings (MSc)
Urban Design (MA)
Others (1)
Business Administration (MBA)
Business Administration with Media (MBA)
University information
We consider a range of international qualifications and entry requirements will vary based on the programme.
Most undergraduate courses require equivalent grades of A-level AAA-ABB or 30-36 points at International Baccalaureate. For our postgraduate programmes we typically require a good undergraduate qualification in a relevant field of study.
Please see our website for qualification and grade equivalencies in your country.
All UK undergraduate applications are submitted through the UK's centralised admission services, UCAS. You can do this online at ucas.com All postgraduate programme applications are submitted directly to Cardiff University. You can do this online via our website.
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Cardiff University is made up of two large, well-located campuses.
Both campuses are within a short distance of Cardiff city centre where you’ll find beautiful green spaces, modern shopping centres, historic indoor markets and our very own medieval castle.
We have more than 2,500 study spaces across our 10 libraries and 25 IT suites. In recent years, substantial investment has been made in the University estate to increase available facilities for students and staff. In 2016, The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh opened our new £44m Cardiff University Brain Research Imaging Centre (CUBRIC) on the Innovation campus and the University's new £50m Centre for Student Life opened in October 2021, an iconic student building at the heart of the campus.
We provide our students with the opportunity to participate in both elite and recreational sports, across four main centres on campus. There are over 60 clubs for men and women to get involved in, ranging from traditional sports (such as rugby and cricket) to martial arts, motorsports and watersports. We also run a High Performance Programme that provides support for student-athletes, recognised as having outstanding potential.
Sport is a big part of the culture of Cardiff and going to see an event or match is a quintessential part of studying here. From world-famous sporting arenas like the Principality Stadium to Sophia Gardens and the international sports village in Cardiff Bay, there’s so many great venues offering a variety of sports at the heart of the Welsh capital.
Whether you like watching rugby, football, ice hockey, cricket or more unusual sporting events, like monster trucks and speedways, Cardiff has plenty to offer you.
Student life
The city of Cardiff offers an excellent study location. Students benefit from the combination of a small, friendly, inexpensive city with the cultural and recreational amenities of an ambitious and progressive capital city.
Cardiff hosts numerous high-profile events, including the UEFA Champions League Final, the IAAF World Half Marathon, and concerts from stars such as Beyoncé, Harry Styles, and Coldplay. As the capital city of Wales, Cardiff is home to many of the UK’s national institutions including the National Museum of Wales and the commanding Principality Stadium. You can also find stunning national parks and beautiful beaches just 30 minutes from Cardiff.
Our Students’ Union is rated 2nd in the UK, according to WhatUni Student Choice Awards 2023. It is run by students, for students and is home to a whole host of live entertainment, diverse clubs and societies as well as presenting a range of exciting activities.
It also provides welfare and advice services to all students. The Students’ Union has several food outlets, shops and even a bank so you can find everything you need under one roof!
Cardiff University graduates are amongst the most sought-after in the UK. 96% of our graduates were in employment and/or further study, due to start a new job or course, or doing other activities like travelling, 15 months after the end of their course.
We also have dedicated student support services who can help you map out your future plans. Our Student Futures team provides opportunities to boost your employability and can support you as you plan for life after university.
Tuition fee and scholarships
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International Students
One of the important factors when considering a master's degree is the cost of study. Luckily, there are many options available to help students fund their master's programme. Download your copy of the Scholarship Guide to find out which scholarships from around the world could be available to you, and how to apply for them.
In this guide you will find:
Where to look for scholarship opportunities
How to apply to scholarships relevant to you
A list of available scholarships around the world
A scholarship application checklist
Rankings & ratings
Cardiff University is one of the top public universities in Cardiff, United Kingdom. It is ranked #=154 in QS World University Rankings 2024.
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Details of the funding that Cardiff University is aware of are available on international scholarship page.
You may also wish to contact your local educational advisor or British Council for advice.
Relevant information on application process, requirements, deadlines and advice on the next steps for undergraduate studies can be found in our detailed application guide.
Cardiff University has a wide range of courses on offer at Postgraduate level. After researching our postgraduate taught programmes, course structure, career opportunities and tuition fees, you can follow our step-by-step guide application guide.
More information on our postgraduate research courses and ways to apply can be found on postgraduate research page..
You can also visit our Academic School pages for information about the facilities, courses and the most up to date news.
You may also require an English language qualification to study with us and we accept a variety of English language qualifications . Please, be aware that for Clinical Postgraduate programmes in the School of Dentistry, and Postgraduate vocational programmes in the Law School, we can only consider IELTS.
We also offer a range of English Language courses for students looking to improve their English language level before starting their academic programme.
There are a number of ways you can contact us and keep up-to-date with our international activities.
If you have a specific question or feedback, you can complete our online form or contact us via email. Please provide as much information as possible to help us with your enquiry.
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