Cardiff University (CU) is a public, non-profit educational institution located in Cardiff, United Kingdom. CU actively collaborates with the Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU), the European University Association (EUA), The Russell Group, and Universities UK.
The QS World University Rankings (WQS) ranks the university 186th in the world. The university is among the best in the arts and humanities, engineering and technology, life sciences, natural sciences, social sciences, and management, as confirmed by the QS rankings. The university is ranked 201st in the independent THE World University Rankings.
The university's admissions committee accepts applicants for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs.
Cardiff University's academic calendar is divided into two semesters. For convenience, total tuition fees are calculated annually. Tuition varies by nationality. For UK residents, tuition starts at $4,501 per year, while for international students, it starts at $7,810. Scholarships and financial aid programs offer students the opportunity to fully or partially cover their tuition costs. For exact program fees and scholarship availability, please visit the university's website.
Also consider other expenses, such as dormitory rent, transportation, course materials, meals, and personal expenses.
To enroll at CU, completing Year 11 of school is not enough. Since students in the UK study longer, they must first compensate for the academic difference by completing a year of study at a university in their home country or by completing one of the preparatory programs (A-Levels, IB, Foundation, etc.). Before submitting their documents, applicants must take an English language test. The university accepts IELTS, PTE, or TOEFL scores. A TOEFL score of at least 90 is required. An IELTS score of 6.5 or higher is required. Applicants will need to pass the A-Level subject exam. An IB diploma is a plus.
The university's admissions committee always takes into account a student's previous undergraduate academic performance. To enroll in CU's master's program, students must demonstrate their English proficiency. This can be accomplished by taking the IELTS, PTE, or TOEFL exams. The minimum TOEFL score for admission is 90. The IELTS score is 6.5 or higher. CU also offers online master's programs.
If you're applying to a doctoral program, you'll be required to take either the IELTS or TOEFL language exam. To be admitted, you need an IELTS score of 6.5, and the TOEFL score of 90.
Cardiff University's city campus offers students countless opportunities for work and leisure. From relaxing in a coffee shop with a laptop to internships at major companies, Cardiff boasts a well-developed entertainment infrastructure. The key is to avoid the bustle of the big city distracting you from your studies. Students have access to a library, which contains a collection of research papers, textbooks, and fiction. Cardiff University welcomes not only local students but also international students. This is a unique opportunity to experience foreign cultures, meet people of different nationalities, and make friends from around the world.
What to do after graduation
Students can stay in the UK for an additional year after completing their studies to find work and convert their student visa to a work visa. Cardiff University graduates are in demand in the job market, as the institution has a high reputation among employers (according to the QS global rankings).
