Cardiff Metropolitan University
Cardiff, United Kingdom
Cardiff Metropolitan University is a university in Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom, ranked QS #Not ranked (QS 2027). 148 courses listed, scholarships available. Intakes: January, September, June and May.
Cardiff Metropolitan University (Cardiff Met) is a public university in Cardiff, the vibrant capital of Wales — a compact, friendly student city. It is known for industry-focused courses, expert teaching and strong international support, with campuses at Llandaff and Cyncoed.
- 95% of international students happy or very happy with life at Cardiff Met (International Student Barometer 2025)
- 95% satisfied with the overall learning experience; 90% say their course is good value for money (ISB 2025)
- International Student Support Team: finalist, UKCISA #WeAreInternational Awards 2025
- Clear flat fees: UG £16,000 per year, Master's £17,600 (2026/27)
- Automatic scholarships: UG £2,500; Vice Chancellor Scholarship up to £3,500; MBA up to £4,000
- Lower GPA accepted for North South University graduates (2.2/4.0)
- January 2027 intake open
- Cardiff: the compact, friendly capital city of Wales
Courses (148)
- Foundation Leading to Health Sciences — Undergraduate, 1 year
- Foundation Leading to Social Sciences — Undergraduate, 1 year
- BSc (Hons) Computer Science & Artificial Intelligence — Undergraduate, 3 years
- BSc (Hons) Computer Science (with Specialist Pathways) — Undergraduate, 3 years
- BSc (Hons) Computer Security — Undergraduate, 3 years
- BSc (Hons) Computing with Creative Design — Undergraduate, 3 years
- BSc (Hons) Information Technology — Undergraduate, 3 years
- BSc (Hons) Software Engineering — Undergraduate, 3 years
- BA (Hons) Early Years Education & Professional Practice with Early Years Practitioner Status (EYPS) — Undergraduate, 3 years
- BSc (Hons) Education, Psychology & Special Educational Needs — Undergraduate, 3 years
- BA (Hons) Primary Education (3-11 Age Range) with Qualified Teacher Status — Undergraduate, 3 years
- BEng / MEng (Hons) Electrical & Electronic Engineering — Undergraduate, 3 years
- BEng / MEng (Hons) Electronics & Computer Systems Engineering — Undergraduate, 3 years
- BA (Hons) Primary Education Studies — Undergraduate, 3 years
- BEng / MEng (Hons) Robotics Engineering — Undergraduate, 3 years
- BA (Hons) Events Management — Undergraduate, 3 years
- BA (Hons) International Tourism Management — Undergraduate, 3 years
- BA (Hons) Fashion Buying & Brand Management — Undergraduate, 3 years
- BA (Hons) International Hotel & Hospitality Management — Undergraduate, 3 years
- BA (Hons) Fashion Marketing Management — Undergraduate, 3 years
- BSc (Hons) Food Science & Nutrition — Undergraduate, 3 years
- BSc (Hons) Human Nutrition & Dietetics — Undergraduate, 3 years
- LLB (Hons) Law — Undergraduate, 3 years
- BSc (Hons) Criminology — Undergraduate, 3 years
- BA (Hons) Professional Policing — Undergraduate, 3 years
- BSc (Hons) Psychology & Criminology — Undergraduate, 3 years
- BA (Hons) Law & Criminology — Undergraduate, 3 years
- BA (Hons) Advertising & Marketing Management — Undergraduate, 3 years
- BA (Hons) Brand & Marketing Management — Undergraduate, 3 years
- BA (Hons) Digital Marketing Management — Undergraduate, 3 years
- BA (Hons) Marketing Management — Undergraduate, 3 years
- BA (Hons) Public Relations (PR) & Marketing Management — Undergraduate, 3 years
- BA (Hons) Sales & Marketing Management — Undergraduate, 3 years
- BSc (Hons) Psychology — Undergraduate, 3 years
- HND / BSc (Hons) Health & Social Care — Undergraduate, 2 years
- Foundation Certificate in Youth & Community Work — Undergraduate, 1 year
- BA (Hons) Politics & International Relations — Undergraduate, 3 years
- BSc (Hons) Sociology & Social Policy — Undergraduate, 3 years
- BA (Hons) Accounting & Finance — Undergraduate, 3 years
- BA (Hons) Youth & Community Work — Undergraduate, 3 years
Frequently asked questions
Where is Cardiff Metropolitan University located?
Cardiff Metropolitan University is in Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom.
What courses does Cardiff Metropolitan University offer?
Cardiff Metropolitan University lists 148 courses on UnifinderAi, such as Foundation Leading to Health Sciences, Foundation Leading to Social Sciences, BSc (Hons) Computer Science & Artificial Intelligence, BSc (Hons) Computer Science (with Specialist Pathways) and BSc (Hons) Computer Security. You can filter them by level, intake and fee.
What are the tuition fees at Cardiff Metropolitan University?
Published fees at Cardiff Metropolitan University: Undergraduate degree (2026/27, per year) £16,000; Postgraduate Master's (2026/27) £17,600; MBA (2026/27) £19,500. The exact annual fee depends on the course — check each course's page.
What English language score do I need for Cardiff Metropolitan University?
The minimum is an IELTS overall score of 6. Accepted English tests include IELTS, TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Duolingo English Test, Cambridge English and LanguageCert Academic.
When are the intakes at Cardiff Metropolitan University?
Cardiff Metropolitan University runs intakes in January, September, June and May. The intake currently open for applications is January 2027.
Does Cardiff Metropolitan University offer scholarships?
Yes. For example: Undergraduate Scholarship (£2,500); Vice Chancellor Scholarship (Up to £3,500); MBA Scholarship (Up to £4,000).
How do I apply to Cardiff Metropolitan University?
The steps are: 1. Apply only through UnifinderAi — our counsellors check your eligibility, shortlist the right Cardiff Metropolitan University course and submit your application to the university for you (including the UCAS application for undergraduate courses) 2. Please do not apply directly to the university or through any other agent, portal or platform — duplicate applications can be delayed or withdrawn, and UnifinderAi can only support applications it submits 3. Upload your passport, SSC & HSC certificates and transcripts (plus Bachelor's certificate/transcript for Master's), IELTS/English proof, CV, Statement of Purpose and two references to your UnifinderAi dashboard 4. Receive your offer — UnifinderAi helps you meet any conditions and accept the offer 5. Prepare for the university's credibility / pre-CAS interview with UnifinderAi mock interviews 6. Pay the tuition fee deposit stated in your offer letter — only through the university's official payment method, as guided by UnifinderAi 7. Receive your CAS, then apply for the UK Student visa with UnifinderAi visa support (28-day bank statement, TB test at an approved IOM clinic in Bangladesh, IHS payment) 8. Arrange accommodation and flights, then travel to the UK and complete enrolment