Cardiff University
Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom
Cardiff University is a research university in the Welsh capital with a broad range of subjects.
Find your future in
United Kingdom
Academic tradition, a forward-looking future
From exploring universities to discovering life in United Kingdom, your study journey starts here. Get to know your options and take the next step with us.
Student living costs: From $1,500 per month
Annual tuition: From about $17,500 per year
Work while studying: 20 hours per week
Post-study stay: 12 months
- Study language
- English
- Currency
- £GBP
- Cities to explore
- London, Durham, Cardiff
- Study pathways
- Bachelor’s · Master’s · PhD
Give your ideas room to grow
UK universities offer varied pathways in science, the arts and research. Compare course structure, assessment methods and entry requirements at each institution.
- Choose a university that fits your goals
- Review language, prerequisites and course content
- Build an application plan around your background
Discover universities in United Kingdom
Durham University
Durham, England, United Kingdom
Durham is a collegiate research university in the historic city of Durham.
Imperial College London
London, England, United Kingdom
Imperial College London focuses on science, engineering, medicine, and business.
Make a life in United Kingdom
Student life in the UK combines societies, university events and cultural activities. Joining a group around your interests is a way to meet people and try something new. Museums, galleries, music and theatre offer options for time away from studying, with some venues offering free admission or student discounts. Students’ unions and university support teams can also help with everyday concerns, settling in and finding campus services.
Clarify your study path in United Kingdom
Discuss your academic background, language and timeline with us to explore your next step.
Plan for the whole experience
For the UK, compare course duration as well as tuition. Study UK estimates monthly living costs for an unaccompanied student at GBP 1,300–1,400 in London and GBP 900–1,300 elsewhere.
- Tuition & study
Tuition depends on level and subject; laboratory and clinical programmes may cost more.
- Everyday budget
Compare halls and private rooms by checking included bills, meals and commuting costs.
- Getting started
Allow separately for the visa application, immigration health surcharge and travel.
- Funding & budgeting
Explore student discounts and scholarships, and budget for every month of the course.
Figures are estimates from official guides; confirm current amounts with your institution and accommodation provider.
Admission & student visas for United Kingdom
For the UK Student visa route, choose a licensed student sponsor and check the course’s academic and English requirements.
- Admission & enrolment
After admission, obtain your Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) reference for the visa application.
- Documents & preparation
Prepare your passport and required financial evidence; TB testing or ATAS clearance applies only in relevant cases.
- Visa & residence process
Apply online and complete the specified identity-check and document-submission steps.
The route and documents depend on your nationality, course and circumstances; check the official current checklist before applying.
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