Compound Semiconductor Electronics (MSc)
at Cardiff University, Cardiff

3.8 /5

(22 Reviews)

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Compound Semiconductor Electronics (MSc)
at
Cardiff University
Overview

Cardiff University is among the popular universities to study Compound Semiconductor Electronics (MSc) from abroad. The duration of Compound Semiconductor Electronics (MSc) program is 1 year. The first-year Cardiff University tuition fee for Compound Semiconductor Electronics (MSc) is around Pound 21,950 (INR 2,838,135). Indian students are required to plan their cost of living (accommodation, groceries, insurance, utilities, etc.) apart from tuition fees to study at the university. The average estimated cost of living is around Pound 5,808 (INR 750,974). Indian students must meet the Cardiff University admission requirements to study the course. Indian students must submit an online application by the course deadline to get into the university.

Duration	1 year
Tuition & Fees	₹38.86 Lakh Get Fees details
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Course Level	PG Degree

Compound Semiconductor Electronics (MSc)

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Entry Requirements
Application Process
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Compound Semiconductor Electronics (MSc)
at
Cardiff University
Fees

Students can pursue Cardiff University Compound Semiconductor Electronics (MSc) at an affordable cost. The university tuition fees for the program is Pound 21,950 (INR 2,838,135). Apart from tuition fees, students also manage additional costs such as Hostel & Meals, Transportation, Books and Supplies, Personal Expenses, etc. The total expense may vary at the university, depending on the additional charges levied by the Cardiff University.

International students have to make a budget to manage the cost of living, which is Pound 5,808 (INR 750,974).

Students can check the table below for Cardiff University Compound Semiconductor Electronics (MSc) fee breakup:

1st year tuition fees

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Tuition & fees	INR 38,85,915
Deposit Amount	INR 3,16,443

Other expenses in 1st Year

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Hostel & Meals	INR 7,35,159
Insurance	INR 37,973

Calculated at the exchange rate of 1 Pound = INR 126.577034 | Tuition & expenses were last updated on 3ʳᵈ September 2026

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Compound Semiconductor Electronics (MSc)
at
Cardiff University
Entry Requirements

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a 2:2 honours degree in a relevant subject such as communication engineering, communication technology, electrical engineering, electronic engineering, physics, or wireless engineering, or an equivalent international degree.

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Marks - 62/90
With a minimum of 51 in all communicative skills

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Marks - 6.5/9
a minimum of 5.5 in all the sections

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ELP can be waived off if the student has scored 70% in English in 12th standard and if the student is passed out from Indian Standard XII Tamil Nadu Board of Secondary Education the score in English will be 140 out of 200

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Compound Semiconductor Electronics (MSc)
at
Cardiff University
Application Process

Step one

Prepare documents for application

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Applicants need 2 reference (usually at least one from a recent lecturer or professor)

Required for Advanced Computer Science (MSc) and Information Security and Privacy (MSc) program, Computing and IT Management(MSc), Artificial Intelligence(MSc), Advanced Computer Science with a placement year (MSc), Computing(MSc), Computing with Placement(MSc), Cybersecurity(MSc)

Step two

Additional documents required

Official transcripts
Personal statement
English proficiency score

Step three

Start your online application

http://www.cardiff.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/applying/how-to-apply

Step four

Application deadline

Fall (Sept): 31st Aug

*The dates specified are tentative dates as per the previous year records. Our expert counselors can help with exact deadline date. Connect with the expert now!

Compound Semiconductor Electronics (MSc)
at
Cardiff University
Rankings

University Ranking

Rank	Rank Publisher
#27	UK University The Complete University Guide, 2027
#43	University The Guardian, 2027
#257	University THE (Times Higher Education), 2027

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Compound Semiconductor Electronics (MSc)
at
Cardiff University
Placements

Particulars	Statistics (2021)
Internship Available	Yes

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Cardiff University
Students Ratings & Reviews

3.8/5

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Student Views (Based on Reviews)

32% students never faced discrimination in this university

Vibe of Campus

Academically oriented

Multi-dimensional

Friendly

Easy going

Internships3

Part time work3.3

Post study jobs3.6

Quality of faculty4.5

Student Life4.7

Value for money3

Public transportation4.3

Safety4.6

Indian Food4.3

Permanent Immigration3.1

Anonymous

MSC Business Management with a Professional Placement Year - Batch of 2025

3.8

Beautiful experience in a multi dimensional way.

Tips: Research your course viability, keep your finances in order, keep looking for internships and build your profile accordingly. Because a diversified profile will go a long way. So make sure to plan in a way where you have contingency plans for contingencies.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 1275

Prepping time for classes30 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound

Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026Read more

Anonymous

MSc in Social Science Research Methods (International Relations) - Batch of 2026

3.9

Good experiences and growth.

Tips: I have learned a lot in my time spent here and that includes classroom hacks to budgeting trips which have helped me in getting through student life. Classes are well conducted and very feedback driven so if you ask professors for extra assistance and show them your dedication to learning, it can really benefit you. Socialising is easy because of the number of club activities and mixers that keep happening.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 1700

Prepping time for classes31 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound 101400

Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026Read more

Anonymous

MA in Architectural Design - Batch of 2026

3.9

Student culture and life is good.

Tips: My experience has been peaceful, exciting and I have gained a lot of knowledge and experience here. Some modules can feel repetitive but the labs are good and research is taken seriously. You can also gain on field experience here based on your course and department.

Dislikes (Internships): Sometimes you can get an internship through career services or professors but most of the time, internships have to be figured out by ourselves. The job and internship prospects are limited mostly but if you get any here, they're usually really solid.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 1925

Prepping time for classes28 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound 102950

Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025Read more

Anonymous

MPhil in Journalism, Media and Culture - Batch of 2026

3.7

Safe and good community here.

Tips: The environment here is supportive, people are welcoming and the city is very safe so the culture is very student oriented and friendly. You can approach professors and faculty directly and they are usually very responsive and direct. Career support here can be better and more specific to our needs. Otherwise, the sense of community and people are great here.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 1550

Prepping time for classes31 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound 96775

Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025Read more

Anonymous

MSc in Social and Public Policy - Batch of 2026

3.9

University life abroad is good and fun.

Tips: The programme here is very academically strong and professors are great mentors. There are some hidden gems around campus and locals are pretty friendly as well. Pretty calm and good for youngsters to pursue their education. Coursework was crazy intense during the first semester and that took me a second to adjust. Lectures are interesting although assignments can be very research based.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 1425

Prepping time for classes30 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound 97550

Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025Read more

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Compound Semiconductor Electronics (MSc)
at
Cardiff University
Highlights

The MSc Compound Semiconductor Electronics has been designed to deliver thorough training and practical experience in compound semiconductor theory, fabrication, applications, and integration with silicon technology
The program is delivered by the School of Engineering in collaboration with the School of Physics and Astronomy and the Institute for Compound Semiconductors (ICS)
The flexible curriculum contains a robust set of required modules and a number of cutting-edge elective modules, which include the latest results, innovations, and techniques and is designed to incorporate the most effective teaching and learning techniques
As part of the course, students will undertake a 3-month summer project which will be based either in the School of Engineering, within the ICS, or in placement with one of the industrial partners