Colleges in UK

Cardiff Uni ranks among the top 20 universities in the UK for research quality. In the latest Research Excellence Framework (REF), 90% of its research was classified as world-leading or internationally excellent.

Some other key features of research quality at Cardiff Uni are mentioned below:

• 14th in the UK for Research Power
• 19th in the UK for Research, 11th for Research Impact, and 16th for Environment

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:

The best mode of transportation for Indian students in Birmingham is a  combination of bus and walking. It is the most cost-effective method, with average monthly costs ranging between GBP 70 and GBP 80 (INR 8.9 K and INR 10.2 K). 

Cost Saving Tips for Transportation in Birmingham

• Get a 16-25 railcard to get a 30% discount on train fares
• Use the Swift Pay As You Go Card for easy tap ins and outs across buses, trains, and trams

The best mode of transportation for Indian students in Birmingham is a  combination of bus and walking. It is the most cost-effective method, with average monthly costs ranging between GBP 70 and GBP 80 (INR 8.9 K and INR 10.2 K). 

Cost Saving Tips for Transportation in Birmingham

• Get a 16-25 railcard to get a 30% discount on train fares
• Use the Swift Pay As You Go Card for easy tap ins and outs across buses, trains, and trams

Yes, the Uni of Birmingham is highly worth it for Indian students for the reasons mentioned below:

• Russell Group University
• Consistently ranks among the top 100 universities in the world
• Internships and full-time roles at companies like PwC, HSBC, and Jaguar Land Rover
• Tripe-accredited (AACSB, EQUIS, and AMBA) Birmingham Business School
• Home to over 1,300 Indian students
• Scholarships worth up to GBP 10,000 (INR 11.35 Lakhs)

The University of Central Lancashire offers Excellence Scholarships for UG and PG students entering the first year of studies. Indian students are not required to apply separately for this scholarship. They are considered automatically. The value of this scholarship is GBP 3500 for first year of study (Around INR 4.45 Lakh),  with subsequent years of study with 60%+. 

Indian students can expect to spend GBP 956 per month   (Around INR 1.21 lakh) while studying UCLan University UK. The average monthly cost for students at UClan is-

Indian students have to meet the following entry requirements for admission to UCLan-

• UG: The students must have passed school education with 60% from all boards (if percentage is required in a subject, then 60% is required in that subject)
• PG: For admission to UCLan University UK, Indian students should have a 58% in Bachelor's degree OR 55% in Master's degree

The tuition fees for UCLAN University UK for UG students for 2026-27 is GBP 17,750 - GBP 19,500 (Around INR 23 L - INR 25 L). For PG courses, the tuition fee is around GBP 18,750 - GBP 19,500 (Around INR 24 L - INR 25 L).

The accommodation cost at UCLAN University starts from GBP 87 per week  (Around INR 11k).