Cardiff University (C15)

How students describe this university

Source: The Which? University student survey

We asked more than 11,000 undergraduates to say how far they would describe their uni as having the following characteristics. We carry out this analysis where we have scores from at least 30 students. You can also see whether these ratings are high, medium or low compared to other universities.

Varied union activities

80%

High

Sporty

73%

High

Political

60%

Medium

Diverse local nightlife

79%

High

Creative

57%

Low

Vital stats

Sources: NSS, DLHE & HESA

% of graduates in work or further study 97% High

Average graduate salary £22k Medium

Student satisfaction score 76% Low

Number of students

33,990

students attended last year

Undergraduate / Postgraduate

70%

of students are undergrads

Full-time / Part-time

11%

of students are part-time

Male / Female

40%

of students are male

Young / Mature

17%

of students aged over 21

UK / Non-UK

13%

of students here are from outside the UK

What students say about this university

431 comments (107 students)

- Extemely supportive! they provide so much help on everything from global oppurtunities to local services. My SU is highly ranked with good reason, it holds events every night and i am always hearing about new things they are holding helping people to settle in and make new friends throughtout the year! on top of this the clubs and sociecties are amazing there are an endless amount to chose from
  
  2024, 1st year student, Architecture
  
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- All lecturers are helpful and engaging. They are always on hand to explain anything you might not understand or anything you need advice on like essay plans. Staff have dedicated office hours purely to support students which is also really handy. The course doesn't have an extensive amount of contact hours but I really value this. I like having the freedom to work independently or with friends outside the classroom but with enough contact hours to engage with professors and other students.
  
  2024, 2nd year student, Law
  
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- Cardiff have many schemes in place to support the cost of living crisis to help students manage and enjoy their time at unviersity.
  
  2024, 2nd year student, Law
  
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- Moving away from home was a massive leap but all the staff at Cardiff have been so supportive. My lectures are always helpful and approachable and make it clear that no question is a silly question. They also make lectures fun and entertaining. This makes for a really productive and collaborative workspace which I highly value. The amount of high-quality study spaces is amazing. There is always somewhere comfortable and different to study with access to amenities. The chill-out zones are also great for when you need a break. Overall Cardiff is a great university and I am loving my time here!
  
  2024, 2nd year student, Law
  
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- Five stars: Excellent
  
  2024, 2nd year student, Law
  
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- All staff at Cardiff are really supportive. There is always help on hand whether from professors or other staff. Mental health is deeply supported and there is always someone to reach out to.
  
  2024, 2nd year student, Law
  
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