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Students and graduates from your country share their experiences of living and studying with us. Lillian Wolford. The BA Journalism and Communications student from Ohio discusses her course, the application process as an international student and why moving to Cardiff has given her opportunities 'you could have never imagined'. Nathan Mintz.
At Cardiff University, students benefit from fantastic support networks, including approachable staff and supportive peers who make navigating university life a breeze. The new campus at Heath Park West is not only beautiful but also conveniently located.
After an interview with The Seren Network (a Welsh network designed to aid sixth formers achieve academic potential), I’ve decided to share my experience so far. I have only been studying at Cardiff University for a few months. The transition from high school to university, for me personally, was a bit difficult.
- What Are The Best Things About Studying in Cardiff?
- And The Not-So-Great things?
- Is Cardiff Multicultural?
- What’s Cardiff Famous for?
- Where Does Cardiff University Rank?
- How Much Does It Cost to Study at Cardiff University?
- Does It Offer Funding Or Scholarships to International Students?
- What’s The Campus like?
- What’s The Student Accomodation like?
- Does Cardiff Have Good Nightlife?
The Welsh capital has plenty to offer if you’re a history buff – Cardiff Castle lies in the heart of the city centre and there are plenty of museums to explore such as St Fagan’s National Museum of History and National Museum Cardiff. And there’s recent history being made in Cardiff too – In 1999, the Welsh government was formed in Cardiff and its ...
Well, if you’re not that keen on rain, then this city might not be for you as Cardiff was named the UK’s wettest city with a whopping 149 days of rain per year! And given that Cardiff is a small place, it’s not easy to get away from the student scene – it can get pretty rowdy on the weekends, especially around the university campus. Cardiff also pl...
Yes – in the 2011 census, black and ethnic minorities made up 15.3% of Cardiff’s population in comparison to the 13% average across the UK. As a port city, Cardiff has been historically multicultural. In Butetown – where Shirley Bassey was born – ethnic minorities make up over a third of the total population. There are also several places to worshi...
Cardiff is the economic capital of Wales. It’s home to Welsh media including BBC Wales and ITV Wales and it’s a big centre for tourism too – over 14.6 million people visited in 2009. And the once derelict bay has been regenerated into a picturesque wharf filled with shops and cafes. And there must be something in the water because Cardiff is home t...
Cardiff University ranks as the top university in Wales – 38th in the UK and 151st in the QS World University rankings. It is regarded as one of the best places in the UK to study Architecture, Communication and Media studies or Psychology.
Tuition fees start at £17,700 and can go up the maximum of £34,450 if you’re studying for a medical degree. In terms of living expenses, Cardiff is cheap in comparison to other parts of the UK – it has the second-lowest monthly rent of all the UK’s university cities. Cardiff University estimates that living expenses for a year spent in Cardiff will...
Yes, Cardiff University offers up to £2 million in funding for international students. All international students enrolled on undergraduate courses are immediately considered for scholarships equivalent to £2000 and there are specific scholarships forChinese undergraduatesand students from the EU.
Cardiff University has two campuses – Cathays Park where many academic buildings are situated and Heath Park where healthcare courses share the same site as the University Hospital of Wales. Cathays Park is probably where you’ll spend most of your time as it houses the student union as well as several Grade II listed faculty buildings and even a wa...
Cardiff University guarantees student accommodation for all incoming undergraduates. It offers accommodation in 15 locations and the accommodation varies from your traditional halls of residence to studio flats for families and couples. And you can express preferences for who you’d like to live with. The university reserves accommodation specifical...
Cardiff is famed for its nightlife, which is just as well, given that it has the highest concentration of pubs and bars per mile in the UK. Popular clubbing spots include Clwb Ifor Bach, Metros and Story Nightclub. There are also several LGBTQ+ clubs in the city centre, including Pulse and Mary’s Cardiff. And if you’d prefer something a little more...
With A level results day 2018 fast approaching, there are some key questions for anyone hoping to start university this September: What is it like to be a student? Which university should I study at?
Cardiff University is made up of two large, well-located campuses. The Cathays Park campus is where most of our academic schools are based. Healthcare-related courses (excluding Pharmacy and Optometry) are based at Heath Park - just a mile from the city centre.
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Discover vibrant city life and a Russell Group education at Cardiff. Cardiff University is proud to be ranked 1st in Wales (Uni Compare Rankings 2025), 29th in the UK (Guardian University Guide 2024) and has been the home of first-class learning since 1883.
