Overview
Cardiff University is a prestigious public research university, established in 1883. The university offers over 300 undergraduate and 200 postgraduate taught programs, with several other research courses. Most undergraduate degrees at Cardiff University span 3 to 4 years, while postgraduate taught courses typically last 1 year. Indian students applying for postgraduate programs need a bachelor’s degree with 55%-60%, while undergraduate applicants require 78%-81% in Standard XII (excluding Hindi and P.E.). English proficiency requirements vary by program, with IELTS scores ranging from 6.5 to 7.5, TOEFL iBT between 90 and 109, and PTE Academic scores from 69 to 80. Cardiff also accepts Indian Standard XII English (except from Punjab, Gujarat, and Haryana) with a minimum of 70%-75%. The annual tuition fees range from £18,700 to £25,500 for undergraduate programs and £19,450 to £30,200 for postgraduate courses in Cardiff University. Living costs are estimated at £10,809 for undergraduates (39 weeks) and £14,353 for postgraduates (52 weeks). Scholarships like the £5,000 India Scholarship and the Vice-Chancellor’s International Scholarship (£3,500-£10,000) help Indians reduce the costs. Around 95% of Cardiff graduates secure jobs or further education within 15 months, with employers like Airbus, HSBC, BT, and Microsoft offering salaries averaging £30,000-£40,000 per year, depending on the field.
Regional / National Accreditation
Cardiff University does not have a specific national "accreditation" in the traditional sense, but it is a member of the prestigious Russell Group of UK research universities. As a public and research-intensive university, its degrees are recognized and respected nationally and internationally due to its high academic standards, research output, and strong global and UK rankings. Its status as a UK government-recognized university also means its degrees are officially recognized.
Professional Accreditation
Cardiff University holds numerous professional accreditations across its schools, such as its business school being accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business International (AACSB) and the Association of MBAs (AMBA). Specific programs are also accredited; for example, its MSc in Strategic Marketing has CIM accreditation, while a BSc in Urban Planning and Development is accredited by the RICS. The university's commitment to quality is also confirmed by the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (QAA), which reviewed the university in 2020.



Special Documents: Cardiff University Student Data Form
I-20 (USA) / CAS (UK) Issuance
Pay minimum amount of money required tuition deposit - Submit financial documents for CAS (Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies). One-Year tuition fees before travel.

Evaluation Updates
The University will send email updates for pending documents, pending information and evaluation decisions directly to the Student or to the Agency - AS AND WHEN AN UPDATE OR A DECISION IS AVAILABLE. Student must keep Agents informed of any such emails.

Deferment Process
Deferment is requested by email to the university, with your deposit carried forward.

Admission Criteria
  Freshman Transfer
 
Notes
Inquiry Notes :
Master of Science
Not Available
Master of Arts
Not Available
Master of Engineering
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Scholarship Notes :
Master of Science
Not Available
Master of Arts
Not Available
Master of Engineering
Not Available
ESL Notes :
Master of Science
Not Available
Master of Arts
Not Available
Master of Engineering
Not Available
GRE/GMAT Notes :
Master of Science
This university is represented via Shorelight, therefore GRE/GMAT has been waived for Direct/Pathway students.
Master of Arts
This university is represented via Shorelight, therefore GRE/GMAT has been waived for Direct/Pathway students.
Master of Engineering
This university is represented via Shorelight, therefore GRE/GMAT has been waived for Direct/Pathway students.
12 + 3 Accepted Notes :
Master of Science
12+3 applications are considered if the undergrad degree is from NAAC A-rated University.
Master of Arts
12+3 applications are considered if the undergrad degree is from NAAC A-rated University.
Master of Engineering
12+3 applications are considered if the undergrad degree is from NAAC A-rated University.
Master of Science
Not Available
Master of Arts
Not Available
Master of Engineering
Not Available
Programs
 STEM   GRE/GMAT WAIVER
 STEM   GRE/GMAT WAIVER