CARDIFF UNIVERSITY
Scholarship
???? Undergraduate Scholarships at Cardiff University
1.
Undergraduate International
Excellence Scholarships
- Eligibility:
- Classified
as an international student for fee purposes.
- Self-financed
and not receiving non-repayable funding from other sources.
- Holding
an offer for an eligible undergraduate degree starting in September 2025.
- Achieved
a minimum of AAB at A-level or equivalent qualifications.
- Submit
the scholarship application by 23:59 (UK time) on Friday, 4 April 2025.
- Award:
- A
50%
tuition fee reduction applied
to the first three years of study.
- Awarded
as a tuition fee discount; no cash alternative available.
- Additional Notes:
- Applicants
must confirm Cardiff University as their firm choice by the UCAS deadline
and meet all offer conditions, including any English language
requirements, by 20 August 2025.
- The
scholarship is not available for students who are in receipt of other
scholarships, bursaries, funding, or discounts.
2.
Cardiff India Scholarships
- Eligibility:
- Domiciled
in India (ordinarily resident for at least three years prior to the
course start date).
- Holding
an offer for an eligible full-time, Cardiff campus-based undergraduate
programme.
- Confirmed
as an overseas student for fee-paying purposes.
- Self-funded
and not receiving other scholarships or discounts.
- Award:
- A
£5,000
tuition fee discount applied
to the first year of study.
- No
separate application required; eligible students are automatically
considered upon enrollment.
- Important Dates:
- Course
application must be submitted by 31 July 2025.
- Offer
must be accepted and deposit paid by 30 June 2025
(unless a later deposit deadline is specified).
- All
offer conditions, including English language requirements, must be met by
20
August 2025.
3.
School-Specific Scholarships
- School of Engineering Scholarships:
- Available
to students enrolled in engineering-related degree programmes.
- Award
amounts vary; details can be found on the School of Engineering webpages.
- School of Welsh Scholarship (Creative
Minds Scholarship):
- Specific eligibility criteria and award details are provided on the respective school’s scholarship page.
???? Scholarships for UK (Domestic) Students
1.
Master’s Scholarship
- Eligibility:
- UK
students who have achieved at least a 2:1 in their undergraduate degree.
- Enrolling
in a full-time or part-time taught Master’s programme (excluding MArch,
MPhil, PgDip, PgCert, and distance learning programmes).
- Award:
- £3,000
towards tuition fees.
- Application Deadline:
- 7
April 2025.
- Application Process:
- After
receiving an offer, apply through the SIMS Online Applicant Portal.
2.
Alumni Discount
- Eligibility:
- Cardiff
University graduates progressing to an eligible Master’s programme.
- Award:
- 20%
reduction in tuition fees.
- Application Process:
- Automatically
applied upon enrollment.
3.
James Pantyfedwen Foundation
Grants
- Eligibility:
- Students
whose permanent address is in Wales.
- Award:
- Up
to £5,000.
- Application Process:
- Apply
directly through the James Pantyfedwen Foundation.
???? Scholarships for International Students
1.
Vice-Chancellor’s
International Scholarship
- Eligibility:
- International
students from eligible countries.
- Holding
an offer for a postgraduate taught programme.
- Meeting all offer conditions mentioned, including English language requirements.
- Award:
- Between
£3,500 and £10,000, depending on country of domicile.
- Application Process:
- No
separate application required; automatically considered upon meeting
eligibility criteria.
2.
Cardiff India Scholarships
- Eligibility:
- Indian-domiciled
students enrolling in select postgraduate programmes.
- Meeting
all offer conditions by specified deadlines.
- Award:
- £5,000
tuition fee discount.
- Application Process:
- No
separate application required; automatically awarded upon enrollment if
criteria are met.
3.
Chevening and Global Wales
Scholarships
- Eligibility:
- Citizens
of Chevening-eligible countries, including India and Vietnam for Global
Wales.
- Holding
an undergraduate degree equivalent to a UK 2:1.
- Minimum
of two years of work experience.
- Commitment
to return to home country for at least two years after the scholarship.
- Award:
- Fully
funded one-year Master’s degree, covering tuition fees, living allowance,
travel costs, visa fees, and more.
- Application Deadline:
- 5
November 2024.
- Application Process:
- Apply
through the Chevening website.
4.
Fulbright-Cardiff University
Award (for U.S. Citizens)
- Eligibility:
- U.S.
citizens applying for Master’s or doctoral programme at Cardiff
University.
- Award:
- Full
tuition waiver.
- £19,027
living stipend.
- $1,500
travel stipend.
- Application Process:
- Apply
through the Fulbright Commission.
???? Additional Information
- Course-Specific Funding: Some schools within Cardiff University offer their own
scholarships. It's advisable to check the specific department's website for
more details.
- External Funding:
Students may also explore scholarships offered by external organizations,
such as the Commonwealth Master's Scholarship Programme, GREAT
Scholarships, and others.
Courses
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Eligibility criteria
???? Eligibility Criteria for undergraduates:
UK (Home) Students
- Academic Requirements:
Most undergraduate courses require A-level grades ranging from ABB to AAA, or 30–36 points in the
International Baccalaureate (IB). Foundation and access courses
are considered on a case-by-case basis.
- English Language Proficiency:
A GCSE in English or Welsh language at grade C/4 or above is
typically required.
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International Students
- Academic Requirements:
Applicants should have good high school graduation grades or equivalent. For
example, Indian students are typically required to have 78%–81% in Standard XII (best
four subjects).
- English Language Proficiency:
An IELTS score ranging from 6.0 to 7.0 overall, with no
component below 5.5 to 6.5, is commonly required, depending on the course.
????
Tuition Fees (2025/26)
UK (Home) Students
- £9,535 per year for
full-time undergraduate programmes.
????
International Students
- Tuition fees vary by course. For
instance, the average annual tuition fee for international students is
approximately £16,000.
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Required Documents
When
applying, you’ll typically need to submit:
- Academic Transcripts:
Copies of certificates or transcripts for qualifications listed on
your application.
- English Language Test Results:
If applicable, such as IELTS or equivalent.
- Personal Statement:
Outlining your motivations and suitability for why you the course.
- Reference Letter:
Usually from a teacher or an academic advisor.
- Passport Copy:
For international students.
- Confirmation of Acceptance for
Studies (CAS): Required for visa applications;
provided by the university after an offer is accepted.
????
Application Process
- UK Students:
Apply through the UCAS system.
- International Students:
Apply via UCAS or through the Cardiff University International
Study Centre for pathway programmes.
Admission Eligibility for graduates
UK (Home) Students
- Academic Requirements:
Typically, a minimum of a 2:1 honours degree (or equivalent) in a
relevant subject is required. Some programmes may accept a 2:2 with some relevant experience.
- English Language Proficiency:
For most courses, a GCSE in English or Welsh language at grade C/4
or above is required.
????
International Students
- Academic Requirements:
Applicants should have a relevant bachelor's degree from a
recognized institution. For example, Indian students are typically
required to have 55%–60% in their undergraduate degree.
- English Language Proficiency:
An IELTS score ranging from 6.5 to 7.5 overall, with minimum scores
in each component, is commonly required, depending on the course.
????
Tuition Fees (2025/26)
UK (Home) Students
- Postgraduate Taught Programmes:
Tuition fees vary by course.
????
International Students
- Postgraduate Taught Programmes:
Tuition fees vary by course.
????
Required Documents
When
applying, you’ll typically need to submit:
- Academic Transcripts:
Copies of certificates or transcripts for qualifications listed on
your application.
- English Language Test Results:
If applicable, such as IELTS or equivalent.
- Reference Letter:
Usually from a teacher or an academic advisor.
- Passport Copy:
For international students.
- Confirmation of Acceptance for
Studies (CAS): Required for visa applications;
provided by the university after an offer is accepted.
????
Application Process
- UK Students:
Apply through the UCAS system.
- International Students:
Apply via UCAS or through the Cardiff University International
Study Centre for pathway programmes.
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???? Undergraduate Scholarships at Cardiff University
1.
Undergraduate International
Excellence Scholarships
- Eligibility:
- Classified
as an international student for fee purposes.
- Self-financed
and not receiving non-repayable funding from other sources.
- Holding
an offer for an eligible undergraduate degree starting in September 2025.
- Achieved
a minimum of AAB at A-level or equivalent qualifications.
- Submit
the scholarship application by 23:59 (UK time) on Friday, 4 April 2025.
- Award:
- A
50%
tuition fee reduction applied
to the first three years of study.
- Awarded
as a tuition fee discount; no cash alternative available.
- Additional Notes:
- Applicants
must confirm Cardiff University as their firm choice by the UCAS deadline
and meet all offer conditions, including any English language
requirements, by 20 August 2025.
- The
scholarship is not available for students who are in receipt of other
scholarships, bursaries, funding, or discounts.
2.
Cardiff India Scholarships
- Eligibility:
- Domiciled
in India (ordinarily resident for at least three years prior to the
course start date).
- Holding
an offer for an eligible full-time, Cardiff campus-based undergraduate
programme.
- Confirmed
as an overseas student for fee-paying purposes.
- Self-funded
and not receiving other scholarships or discounts.
- Award:
- A
£5,000
tuition fee discount applied
to the first year of study.
- No
separate application required; eligible students are automatically
considered upon enrollment.
- Important Dates:
- Course
application must be submitted by 31 July 2025.
- Offer
must be accepted and deposit paid by 30 June 2025
(unless a later deposit deadline is specified).
- All
offer conditions, including English language requirements, must be met by
20
August 2025.
3.
School-Specific Scholarships
- School of Engineering Scholarships:
- Available
to students enrolled in engineering-related degree programmes.
- Award
amounts vary; details can be found on the School of Engineering webpages.
- School of Welsh Scholarship (Creative
Minds Scholarship):
- Specific eligibility criteria and award details are provided on the respective school’s scholarship page.
???? Scholarships for UK (Domestic) Students
1.
Master’s Scholarship
- Eligibility:
- UK
students who have achieved at least a 2:1 in their undergraduate degree.
- Enrolling
in a full-time or part-time taught Master’s programme (excluding MArch,
MPhil, PgDip, PgCert, and distance learning programmes).
- Award:
- £3,000
towards tuition fees.
- Application Deadline:
- 7
April 2025.
- Application Process:
- After
receiving an offer, apply through the SIMS Online Applicant Portal.
2.
Alumni Discount
- Eligibility:
- Cardiff
University graduates progressing to an eligible Master’s programme.
- Award:
- 20%
reduction in tuition fees.
- Application Process:
- Automatically
applied upon enrollment.
3.
James Pantyfedwen Foundation
Grants
- Eligibility:
- Students
whose permanent address is in Wales.
- Award:
- Up
to £5,000.
- Application Process:
- Apply
directly through the James Pantyfedwen Foundation.
???? Scholarships for International Students
1.
Vice-Chancellor’s
International Scholarship
- Eligibility:
- International
students from eligible countries.
- Holding
an offer for a postgraduate taught programme.
- Meeting all offer conditions mentioned, including English language requirements.
- Award:
- Between
£3,500 and £10,000, depending on country of domicile.
- Application Process:
- No
separate application required; automatically considered upon meeting
eligibility criteria.
2.
Cardiff India Scholarships
- Eligibility:
- Indian-domiciled
students enrolling in select postgraduate programmes.
- Meeting
all offer conditions by specified deadlines.
- Award:
- £5,000
tuition fee discount.
- Application Process:
- No
separate application required; automatically awarded upon enrollment if
criteria are met.
3.
Chevening and Global Wales
Scholarships
- Eligibility:
- Citizens
of Chevening-eligible countries, including India and Vietnam for Global
Wales.
- Holding
an undergraduate degree equivalent to a UK 2:1.
- Minimum
of two years of work experience.
- Commitment
to return to home country for at least two years after the scholarship.
- Award:
- Fully
funded one-year Master’s degree, covering tuition fees, living allowance,
travel costs, visa fees, and more.
- Application Deadline:
- 5
November 2024.
- Application Process:
- Apply
through the Chevening website.
4.
Fulbright-Cardiff University
Award (for U.S. Citizens)
- Eligibility:
- U.S.
citizens applying for Master’s or doctoral programme at Cardiff
University.
- Award:
- Full
tuition waiver.
- £19,027
living stipend.
- $1,500
travel stipend.
- Application Process:
- Apply
through the Fulbright Commission.
???? Additional Information
- Course-Specific Funding: Some schools within Cardiff University offer their own
scholarships. It's advisable to check the specific department's website for
more details.
- External Funding:
Students may also explore scholarships offered by external organizations,
such as the Commonwealth Master's Scholarship Programme, GREAT
Scholarships, and others.
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???? Eligibility Criteria for undergraduates:
UK (Home) Students
- Academic Requirements:
Most undergraduate courses require A-level grades ranging from ABB to AAA, or 30–36 points in the
International Baccalaureate (IB). Foundation and access courses
are considered on a case-by-case basis.
- English Language Proficiency:
A GCSE in English or Welsh language at grade C/4 or above is
typically required.
????
International Students
- Academic Requirements:
Applicants should have good high school graduation grades or equivalent. For
example, Indian students are typically required to have 78%–81% in Standard XII (best
four subjects).
- English Language Proficiency:
An IELTS score ranging from 6.0 to 7.0 overall, with no
component below 5.5 to 6.5, is commonly required, depending on the course.
????
Tuition Fees (2025/26)
UK (Home) Students
- £9,535 per year for
full-time undergraduate programmes.
????
International Students
- Tuition fees vary by course. For
instance, the average annual tuition fee for international students is
approximately £16,000.
????
Required Documents
When
applying, you’ll typically need to submit:
- Academic Transcripts:
Copies of certificates or transcripts for qualifications listed on
your application.
- English Language Test Results:
If applicable, such as IELTS or equivalent.
- Personal Statement:
Outlining your motivations and suitability for why you the course.
- Reference Letter:
Usually from a teacher or an academic advisor.
- Passport Copy:
For international students.
- Confirmation of Acceptance for
Studies (CAS): Required for visa applications;
provided by the university after an offer is accepted.
????
Application Process
- UK Students:
Apply through the UCAS system.
- International Students:
Apply via UCAS or through the Cardiff University International
Study Centre for pathway programmes.
Admission Eligibility for graduates
UK (Home) Students
- Academic Requirements:
Typically, a minimum of a 2:1 honours degree (or equivalent) in a
relevant subject is required. Some programmes may accept a 2:2 with some relevant experience.
- English Language Proficiency:
For most courses, a GCSE in English or Welsh language at grade C/4
or above is required.
????
International Students
- Academic Requirements:
Applicants should have a relevant bachelor's degree from a
recognized institution. For example, Indian students are typically
required to have 55%–60% in their undergraduate degree.
- English Language Proficiency:
An IELTS score ranging from 6.5 to 7.5 overall, with minimum scores
in each component, is commonly required, depending on the course.
????
Tuition Fees (2025/26)
UK (Home) Students
- Postgraduate Taught Programmes:
Tuition fees vary by course.
????
International Students
- Postgraduate Taught Programmes:
Tuition fees vary by course.
????
Required Documents
When
applying, you’ll typically need to submit:
- Academic Transcripts:
Copies of certificates or transcripts for qualifications listed on
your application.
- English Language Test Results:
If applicable, such as IELTS or equivalent.
- Reference Letter:
Usually from a teacher or an academic advisor.
- Passport Copy:
For international students.
- Confirmation of Acceptance for
Studies (CAS): Required for visa applications;
provided by the university after an offer is accepted.
????
Application Process
- UK Students:
Apply through the UCAS system.
- International Students:
Apply via UCAS or through the Cardiff University International
Study Centre for pathway programmes.