About Cardiff University
The University of Cardiff is a leading university located in the vibrant capital of Wales. Built on a rich history of excellence, students benefit from a friendly and welcoming community with expertise from leading academics and lecturers, as well as an exceptional research programme.The university is the only Russell Group university in Wales and are proud of their long-standing reputation for academic excellence, cutting-edge research, and high student satisfaction. Over 95% of Cardiff graduates enter employment or further study shortly after graduating. A £600 million investment in their campus allows students to learn in a state-of-the-art environment, amongst both historically-significant and modern buildings. Cardiff is located just 2 hours from London and has all the amenities you would expect in a modern European capital city. 90% of research at Cardiff University is officially world-leading or internationally excellent according to the latest independent assessment of research quality.Living in the Welsh capital means having access to the country’s best cultural experiences, nightlife and sporting facilities. According to the NatWest Student Living Index, it’s also the UK’s most affordable city, meaning that your money will stretch even further here.