Cardiff University

82% students are satisfied with their overall life at Cardiff Uni, as per the latest National Student Survey (NSS) data.

It also received the Global Student Satisfaction Award for Overall Satisfaction (Studyportals' Global Student Satisfaction Awards 2025).

Students rate it 3.8 stars out of 5 overall, as part of the Cardiff University student reviews on Shiksha Study Abroad based on aspects like student life, post-study careers, faculty quality, safety, ROI, and PR opportunities after studies.

The Cardiff University QS World Ranking 2027 is #179 globally. It has maintained its standing among the top 200 universities in the world in the last 3 years. Year-on-Year trends of the Cardiff University QS World Ranking 2027 is given below:

As per REF 2021, 70% of the overall Cardiff Metropolitan University's research is considered internationally excellent. This university a number of research degrees such as-

• Arts & Design
• Business Administration
• Health Sciences
• Management
• Sports and Health Sciences, and more. 

As per REF 2021, 70% of the overall Cardiff Metropolitan University's research is considered internationally excellent. This university a number of research degrees such as-

• Arts & Design
• Business Administration
• Health Sciences
• Management
• Sports and Health Sciences, and more. 

Yes, Cardiff Uni is highly worth it for Indian students. It more than makes up for its high tuition costs via it's:

• Strong academic and research culture
• High graduate employability (95%)
• Lower costs of living than London
• Scholarships worth up to GBP 10,000 (INR 12.5 Lakhs) per year
• Strong Indian student community

Getting admission to Cardiff Uni is very competitive for Indian students. The university acceptance rate is only 20%, which suggest students with strong academics with active social participation are generally preferred for admission.

Indian students need a UG degree with a minimum 60% to be eligible for entry to PG courses. For entry to a UG programs, completing Class 12th with a minimum overall average of 78%-81%  (except Hindi and Physical Education) is generally considered acceptable.

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Cardiff University and Cardiff Metropolitan University are both the universities located in the UK. Cardiff Uni is a Russell university and ranks higher in the world and UK-based rankings. On the other hand, Cardiff Met University is teaching-focused, modern university. 

• Cardiff University is more selective with an acceptance rate of around 20%. The acceptance rate of Cardiff Met Uni is around 64% - 80%
• In the Guardian rankings 2026, Cardiff Uni ranks at #37, whereas, Cardiff Met ranks at #87.