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Cardiff University

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Cardiff, United Kingdom
190th in World University Rankings 2024
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About

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Founded in 1883, Cardiff University combines a prestigious heritage with impressive modern facilities, on one of the most beautiful campuses in the UK. As part of the Russell Group, our students benefit from our outstanding research quality and reputation, while enjoying a wide variety of courses that can be tailored to any aspirations. Cardiff University is ranked 2nd in the UK for research impact, is among the top 25 universities in the UK and is ranked 151st in the world. Our research expertise and facilities are used by industry and commercial partners, government bodies and other organisations internationally.  

A degree from Cardiff University opens doors across the globe. Graduates are in such high demand by employers that 84% enter highly skilled employment shortly after graduating.

The Students’ Union is one of the top 3 in the UK, and with more than 200 clubs and societies to choose from, everyone can find a place to call their own in Cardiff. There are many reasons to love Cardiff: it is friendly, safe, and diverse capital city. Breath-taking beaches, national parks and mountains are all easily accessible, alongside a city scene renowned for its vibrant arts, culture and food, great shopping, and world-class sporting events.

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Rankings

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Key Student Statistics

A breakdown of student statistics at Cardiff University

gender ratio
Student gender ratio
58 F : 42 M (1)
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International student percentage
27% (1)
student per staff
Students per staff
15 (1)
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Student total
28815 (1)

Based on data collected for the (1) World University Rankings 2024

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Subjects Taught at Cardiff University

See below for a range of subjects taught at Cardiff University

Life Sciences126–150th

  • Biological Sciences

Law126–150th

  • Law

Education101–125th

  • Education

Arts and Humanities101–125th

  • Languages, Literature and Linguistics
  • History, Philosophy and Theology
  • Archaeology
  • Art, Performing Art and Design
  • Architecture

Business and Economics151–175th

  • Economics and Econometrics
  • Business and Management
  • Accounting and Finance

Clinical and Health151–175th

  • Medicine and Dentistry
  • Other Health

Computer Science201–250th

  • Computer Science

Engineering151–175th

  • General Engineering
  • Civil Engineering
  • Chemical Engineering
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering
  • Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering

Social Sciences126–150th

  • Sociology
  • Politics and International Studies
  • Geography
  • Communication and Media Studies

Psychology=64th

  • Psychology

Physical Sciences176–200th

  • Chemistry
  • Geology, Environmental, Earth and Marine Sciences
  • Physics and Astronomy
  • Mathematics and Statistics
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