CMU
CMU
Cardiff metropolitan university
Cardiff metropolitan university
Cardiff metropolitan university
Cardiff metropolitan university
Cardiff metropolitan university
Cardiff metropolitan university
Cardiff metropoliton university
Cardiff metropoliton university
Cardiff metropoliton university
Cardiff metropoliton university
Cardiff metropoliton university
University is about more than just earning a degree. It鈥檚 about students finding a place where they can thrive, and make friends that become family. Where students are both challenged and nurtured, instilling in them a sense of confidence and belonging that remains long after graduation.
Cardiff Metropolitan University is the home of new beginnings and bright futures. The university is located in the capital city of Wales, a compact and easy-to-navigate city, full of culture, adventure, good food and sport, and a student population of 42,000 that thrives in the city鈥檚 fun and vibrant atmosphere. As a capital city, Cardiff also hosts a number of festivals, sporting and cultural events throughout the year that bring together people of all ages and backgrounds.
Cardiff Met supports a close-knit community of over 16,000 students from 143 countries, giving plenty of opportunities to make lasting friendships with different people from all over the world.
International students benefit from having a dedicated team on hand to support them throughout their university studies 鈥� everything from choosing the correct visa to finding accommodation.
And to help get settled in, overseas students are invited to take part in the international student induction programme, where they鈥檒l be introduced to other students, key members of staff and take a tour of the city.
The university also organises many activities and trips, especially for international students, throughout the year. It鈥檚 about celebrating cultural diversity, making new friends and experiencing all the great things the UK has to offer.
Cardiff Met is a leading university for student sport, offering excellent facilities and an extensive range of activities to cater for everyone from elite athletes to students, staff and the wider community. Cardiff Met students compete at the highest level in the British Universities & College Sport (BUCS) leagues, regularly winning championships across a wide range of sports.
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Cardiff Met has an impressive employment rate, with 96.3 percent of students in full-time employment or further study within fifteen months of graduating (June 2024).
The university鈥檚 practical and professionally focused courses prepare students for real work environments. It provides extensive opportunities for personal and career development, including collaborations with industry experts, as well as work experience and industry placements.
Working in partnership with students to develop their employability, the university鈥檚 careers service, provides individual consultations. Its expert team also create and develop career plans, find work placements, and run networking events including careers fairs and workshops.
Gaining a degree from Cardiff Met is more than just a qualification. It is a comprehensive learning experience that becomes an asset in the search for graduate employment, and adds value to a student鈥檚 long-term career potential.
The university is excited to introduce new specialised pathways to its well-established master鈥檚 programs in (MBA) and (MSc).
These new options provide students with the opportunity to tailor their education to specific career goals, enhancing both their expertise and career prospects.
拢12,243 Undergraduate Fees are for indicative purposes, for details
拢14,921 Postgraduate Fees are for indicative purposes, for details
拢3,909 Living costs
拢5,080 To live on campus
GBP 16,000 Undergraduate
GBP 17,600 Postgraduate
Cardiff Met supports fair access to education, and is proud to provide a dedicated platform of funding opportunities and financial aid that ensures all of its students have access to the resources needed to focus on their studies and pursue their academic goals with confidence.
There are funding programmes for international students in place, and eligible students can find many different options to access extra funding support during their studies.
Cardiff Met offers a range of at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
Cardiff Metropolitan University provides for students enrolling for the courses offered by them. Additionally, the university鈥檚 financial support department can help any student to seek opportunities from within the university, or from external funding schemes, as well as help them to complete and submit an application.
Entry requirements at Cardiff Met are dependent on the course applied for, and the home country of the applicant. Country-specific guidelines and requirements can be found on the university鈥檚 website.
Applicants who do not have English as a first language will also need to meet Cardiff Met鈥檚 English language proficiency requirements. The institution accepts a range of .
Applicants can seek exemption from English language tests if they have previously completed an academic qualification equivalent to a UK degree, which was taught in English.
Students who don鈥檛 meet the English requirements or want to improve their language skills can attend pre-sessional or foundation courses through Cardiff Met鈥檚 The centre has been nominated for several awards and is led by experienced staff who understand the challenges of learning a new language abroad.
The university was recognised by the Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2021, which awarded Cardiff Met with the impressive title of Welsh university of the year.
The Quality Assurance Agency (QAA) has verified that the university meets UK expectations of academic standards and teaching quality. QAA highlighted good practices within the university鈥檚 Learning and Teaching Development Unit, the students鈥� union and the Your Career online platform.
Cardiff Met has also been commended by the Quality Enhancement Review. The review praised the institution for its work over the pandemic, including student support initiatives, transnational partnerships, and the overall learning experience.
Cardiff Met has recently launched several . The academies will provide postgraduate students with opportunities to collaborate and research with industry experts from around the world.
Cardiff Met has five academic schools spread over three campuses. Offering a range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses, the university has worked collaboratively with business and industry experts to create career-focused programs.
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Home to creative degree courses, the school teaches a variety of disciplines and a flexible way of learning, so students can choose several elements of their studies. Course options include architecture, fine art, interior design, and photography.
Educating students for over 60 years, the school is split into three departments: humanities, professional development, and initial teacher education.
It is amongst the largest teacher education and training centres in the UK and has an international reputation for teaching excellence. Its full-time teaching staff and visiting lecturers are experts in their discipline.
The school of management鈥檚 courses have been specifically designed to meet employer expectations. Areas taught within the school include modern languages, finance, tourism, business information technology and computing.
The school is a professional member of CABS and EFMD, and offers several study pathways including full-time, part-time, undergraduate, postgraduate, as well as on-campus and online.
This school is internationally recognised for the quality of its research and academic work. Providing an education which focuses on employability and impactful research, students work collaboratively with their peers, industry partners, health boards and national governing bodies.
Recently opened in 2018, the school offers both undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, as well as research opportunities. Courses have been designed by tech experts and employers, to ensure they are industry relevant.
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