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Cardiff University

Wales, United Kingdom
University
Rankings2027

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QS World University Rankings (2027)
#179

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University Overview

High-level facts that define this university.

University Name
Cardiff University
Location
Wales, United Kingdom
Total students
31505
International Students
16%
Student-to-Staff Ratio
14:1

Student Experience

Lifestyle signals that shape daily campus life.

Cultural Environment
Friendly community | Coastal lifestyle | Academic / intellectual | Professional / career networks
Climate
Mild coastal
Safety
7.8
City Characteristics
Mid-size city (200k-499k inhabitants)

Fees and entry for international students

Confirmed international fee
£25,450 – £31,700/yr
2027-28, across 186 courses with a confirmed fee
IELTS (overall)
6.5
most common published minimum

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Courses at Cardiff University

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