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Cardiff University

QS#186UK#27
Cardiff, Wales

Established in 1883, Cardiff University is a leading UK institution and the only Welsh member of the prestigious Russell Group. Located in the vibrant capital city of Wales, the university offers a wide range of programs across disciplines such as science, engineering, business, and the humanities. Cardiff University is committed to research excellence, innovation, and student success, providing a dynamic and supportive environment for students to thrive academically and personally.

#190
THE World Ranking
#191-200
QS Graduate Employability Rankings
World's Top 50
in 41 QS Subjects
7,500
international students from 138 countries

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Fields of Study (13)

A-Level
from BBB-BCC
Fee / year
from GBP 23,700

Communication and Media Studies
QS#50UK#8

Study Areas (3)

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Campuses

Cardiff University's main campus is Cardiff.

Studying in Cardiff(Main)

Living cost with rent
GBP $1,100 - $1,400
Rent / month
GBP £500 - £700
Established in 1883, it gained independent university status in 2005 and is the only Welsh member of the Russell Group
Established in 1883, it gained independent university status in 2005 and is the only Welsh member of the Russell Group
Across the university, we have modern lecture theatres giving our students a comfortable environment in which to work
Across the university, we have modern lecture theatres giving our students a comfortable environment in which to work
Strength and Conditioning Centre offers a range of equipment in the heart of our sports village
Strength and Conditioning Centre offers a range of equipment in the heart of our sports village
Trevithick Library hold over 1.1 million printed books, and provide access to more than 1.5 million journals and resources
Trevithick Library hold over 1.1 million printed books, and provide access to more than 1.5 million journals and resources
Y Plas Students' Union the Union’s latest multi-purpose venue is home to much of what makes student life complete
Y Plas Students' Union the Union’s latest multi-purpose venue is home to much of what makes student life complete
Talybont residence gives you the perfect opportunity to meet friends and studying a whole range of subjects
Talybont residence gives you the perfect opportunity to meet friends and studying a whole range of subjects
  • Location : Cardiff, Wales
  • Nearby : 5-minute walk from the vibrant city centre
  • Getting here : Public transport via train (25-minute walk from Cardiff Central Station); via bus (number 1, 1A bus runs from the bus station at Cardiff Bay to Splott, 25- minute walk away from Albany Road)
  • Faculties : Home to 3 faculties, including College of Physical Sciences and Engineering, College of Biomedical and Life Sciences and College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences
  • Founded in 1883, Cardiff University is established as one of Britain's leading research universities. We have co-created our vision for the future of Cardiff University through a collaborative and consultative exercise with staff and students. We excel in producing high quality, innovative research which translates into benefits both locally and worldwide.

Upcoming Intakes

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2025 SepApply by

Undergraduate29 January
Undergraduate30 June
Postgraduate29 January
*Intakes may vary by courses and will be closed once the programme is full.
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Cardiff, Wales
3 years
September

A-Level
AAB-BBB
Fee / year
from GBP $23,700

Cardiff, Wales
3 years
September

A-Level
ABB-BBC
Fee / year
from GBP $23,700

Cardiff, Wales
3 years
September

A-Level
AAB-BBB
Fee / year
from GBP $23,700
Journalism and Communications (BA)
Communications, Journalism

Cardiff, Wales
3 years
September

A-Level
ABB-BBC
Fee / year
from GBP $23,700

Cardiff, Wales
3 years
September

A-Level
ABB-BBC
Fee / year
from GBP $23,700

Cardiff, Wales
3 years
September

A-Level
ABB-BBC
Fee / year
from GBP $23,700

Cardiff, Wales
3 years
September

A-Level
BBB-BCC
Fee / year
from GBP $23,700