Course

Accounting & Finance

Offered by Cardiff Business School

QS Accounting & Finance

QS Accounting & Finance Rank: Top 300 in the World (2026)QS World Rank: #166

Cardiff Business School is a Russell Group, triple-accredited business school known for its research strength in accounting and finance, offering excellent value in the affordable Welsh capital.

Key advantages

Russell Group university
Triple-accredited
Strong accounting and finance research
Affordable Welsh capital
Good scholarship availability
Recognised for accounting research

Programme & duration: MSc: 1 year (full-time)
Tuition (international): Approx. £22,000 – £27,000 per year (indicative; verify on official website)
Intakes: September (main intake)
English requirement: IELTS: 6.5 overall (min 6.0 per band)TOEFL iBT: 90PTE: 62
Entry requirements: 2:1 undergraduate degree. GMAT/GRE may be required for some programmes.

Employability & placement

Good employability across Wales and England. Strong reputation in accounting and finance sectors.

Student experience

Cardiff is a vibrant, affordable student city. High student satisfaction scores.

Research strengths

Research in accounting, logistics finance, and public value.

Course

Business & Management

Offered by Cardiff Business School

QS Business & Management

QS Business & Management: Top 300 in the World (2026)QS World Rank: #166

Cardiff Business School is a Russell Group, triple-accredited business school known for its research strength in accounting, finance, and logistics, offering excellent value in the affordable Welsh capital.

Key advantages

Russell Group university
Triple-accredited
Strong logistics and supply chain research
Affordable Welsh capital
Good scholarship availability
Recognised for accounting and finance research

Programme & duration: MSc: 1 year (full-time)
Tuition (international): Approx. £22,000 – £27,000 per year (indicative; verify on official website)
Intakes: September (main intake)
English requirement: IELTS: 6.5 overall (min 6.0 per band)TOEFL iBT: 90PTE: 62
Entry requirements: 2:1 undergraduate degree. GMAT/GRE may be required for some tracks. References and personal statement.

Employability & placement

Good employability across Wales and England. Strong reputation in logistics, accounting, and finance sectors.

Student experience

Cardiff is a vibrant, affordable student city. High student satisfaction scores.

Research strengths

Research in logistics and supply chain management, accounting, and public value. Recognised research centres.

Course

MBA

Offered by Cardiff Business School

QS Global MBA Ranking

QS Global MBA Rank: Top 250 in the World (2026)

Cardiff Business School is a Russell Group, triple-accredited business school known for its research strength in accounting, finance, and logistics, offering an MBA in the affordable Welsh capital.

Key advantages

Russell Group university
Triple-accredited
Strong logistics and supply chain research
Affordable Welsh capital
Good scholarship availability
Recognised for accounting and finance research

Programme & duration: MBA: 1 year (full-time)2 years (part-time)
Tuition (international): Approx. £26,000 – £32,000 total programme fee (indicative; verify on official website)
Intakes: September (main intake)
English requirement: IELTS: 6.5 overall (min 6.0 per band)TOEFL iBT: 90PTE: 62
Entry requirements: Bachelor's degree, minimum 3 years' work experience, GMAT/GRE score (or waiver), essays, and interview.
Average Work Experience: Average 5–6 years of work experience; typical class age 29–31
GMAT / GRE Requirement: GMAT: average 560+ (or GRE accepted; waivers available)

Employability & placement

Good employability across Wales and England. Strong reputation in logistics, accounting, and finance sectors.

Student experience

Cardiff is a vibrant, affordable student city. High student satisfaction scores.

Research strengths

Research in logistics and supply chain management, accounting, and public value. Recognised research centres.

Course

Marketing

Offered by Cardiff Business School

QS Marketing

QS Marketing Rank: Top 300 in the World (2026)QS World Rank: #166

Cardiff Business School is a Russell Group, triple-accredited business school with a well-regarded MSc Marketing programme, offering excellent value in the affordable Welsh capital.

Key advantages

Russell Group university
Triple-accredited
Strong logistics and marketing crossover research
Affordable Welsh capital
Good scholarship availability
Recognised for applied marketing research

Programme & duration: MSc Marketing: 1 year (full-time)
Tuition (international): Approx. £22,000 – £27,000 per year (indicative; verify on official website)
Intakes: September (main intake)
English requirement: IELTS: 6.5 overall (min 6.0 per band)TOEFL iBT: 90PTE: 62
Entry requirements: 2:1 undergraduate degree in any discipline. Personal statement and references.

Employability & placement

Good employability across Wales and England. Strong reputation in retail and consumer marketing sectors.

Student experience

Cardiff is a vibrant, affordable student city. High student satisfaction scores.

Research strengths

Research in retail marketing, consumer behaviour, and marketing strategy.

Course

Economics

Offered by Cardiff Business School — Economics

QS Economics

QS Economics Rank: Top 300 in the World (2026)QS World Rank: #166

Cardiff Business School is a Russell Group, triple-accredited school known for its research strength in economics and finance, offering excellent value in the affordable Welsh capital.

Key advantages

Russell Group university
Triple-accredited
Strong economics and finance research
Affordable Welsh capital
Good scholarship availability
Recognised for economic policy research

Programme & duration: MSc: 1 year (full-time)
Tuition (international): Approx. £22,000 – £27,000 per year (indicative; verify on official website)
Intakes: September (main intake)
English requirement: IELTS: 6.5 overall (min 6.0 per band)TOEFL iBT: 90PTE: 62
Entry requirements: 2:1 undergraduate degree in Economics or related discipline. Strong mathematics background required.

Employability & placement

Good employability across Wales and England. Strong reputation in economic policy, finance, and public sector roles.

Student experience

Cardiff is a vibrant, affordable student city. High student satisfaction scores.

Research strengths

Research in economic policy, regional economics, and public value. Recognised research centres.

Course

Architecture

Offered by Welsh School of Architecture

QS Architecture & Built Environment

QS Architecture & Built Environment Rank: Top 100 in the World (2026)QS World Rank: #166

Cardiff University's Welsh School of Architecture is a Russell Group, RIBA-validated school renowned for its research strength in sustainable design and low-carbon architecture, offering excellent value in the affordable Welsh capital.

Key advantages

Russell Group university
Renowned sustainable and low-carbon design research
Affordable Welsh capital
Good scholarship availability
Recognised research centre
RIBA-validated programmes

Programme & duration: MArch (RIBA Part 2): 2 years (full-time)
Tuition (international): Approx. £24,000 – £29,000 per year (indicative; verify on official website)
Intakes: September (main intake)
English requirement: IELTS: 6.5 overall (min 6.0 per band)TOEFL iBT: 90PTE: 62
Entry requirements: 2:1 undergraduate degree in Architecture (RIBA Part 1). Strong portfolio required.

Employability & placement

Good employability across Wales and England. Strong reputation in sustainable and low-carbon architecture practice.

Student experience

Cardiff is a vibrant, affordable student city. High student satisfaction scores.

Research strengths

Research in low-carbon design, sustainable architecture, and digital fabrication.

Course

Chemical Engineering

Offered by School of Engineering — Chemical

QS Chemical Engineering

QS Chemical Engineering Rank: Top 350 in the World (2026)QS World Rank: #166

Cardiff University's School of Engineering is a Russell Group, triple-accredited school known for its research strength in catalysis, offering excellent value in the affordable Welsh capital.

Key advantages

Russell Group university
Renowned catalysis research centre
Affordable Welsh capital
Good scholarship availability
Recognised research strength
Strong industry-linked research culture

Programme & duration: MSc: 1 year (full-time)
Tuition (international): Approx. £24,000 – £29,000 per year (indicative; verify on official website)
Intakes: September (main intake)
English requirement: IELTS: 6.5 overall (min 6.0 per band)TOEFL iBT: 90PTE: 62
Entry requirements: 2:1 undergraduate degree in Chemical Engineering or a related discipline. Strong mathematics background required.

Employability & placement

Good employability across Wales and England. Strong reputation in catalysis and process engineering research.

Student experience

Cardiff is a vibrant, affordable student city. High student satisfaction scores.

Research strengths

Research in catalysis, sustainable process engineering, and gas separation.

Course

Civil Engineering

Offered by School of Engineering — Civil

QS Civil & Structural Engineering

QS Civil & Structural Engineering Rank: Top 200 in the World (2026)QS World Rank: #166

Cardiff University's School of Engineering is a Russell Group, triple-accredited school known for its research strength in hydraulics and water engineering, offering excellent value in the affordable Welsh capital.

Key advantages

Russell Group university
Renowned hydraulics and water engineering research
Affordable Welsh capital
Good scholarship availability
Recognised research centre
Strong industry-linked research culture

Programme & duration: MSc: 1 year (full-time)
Tuition (international): Approx. £24,000 – £29,000 per year (indicative; verify on official website)
Intakes: September (main intake)
English requirement: IELTS: 6.5 overall (min 6.0 per band)TOEFL iBT: 90PTE: 62
Entry requirements: 2:1 undergraduate degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline. Strong mathematics background required.

Employability & placement

Good employability across Wales and England. Strong reputation in water engineering and hydraulics research.

Student experience

Cardiff is a vibrant, affordable student city. High student satisfaction scores.

Research strengths

Research in hydraulics, water engineering, and structural materials.

Course

Electrical Engineering

Offered by School of Engineering — Electrical and Electronic

QS Electrical & Electronic Engineering

QS Electrical & Electronic Engineering Rank: Top 300 in the World (2026)QS World Rank: #166

Cardiff University's School of Engineering is a Russell Group, triple-accredited school known for its research strength in compound semiconductors, offering excellent value in the affordable Welsh capital.

Key advantages

Russell Group university
Renowned compound semiconductor research centre
Affordable Welsh capital
Good scholarship availability
Recognised research strength
Strong industry-linked research culture

Programme & duration: MSc: 1 year (full-time)
Tuition (international): Approx. £24,000 – £29,000 per year (indicative; verify on official website)
Intakes: September (main intake)
English requirement: IELTS: 6.5 overall (min 6.0 per band)TOEFL iBT: 90PTE: 62
Entry requirements: 2:1 undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline. Strong mathematics background required.

Employability & placement

Good employability across Wales and England. Strong reputation in compound semiconductor and microelectronics research.

Student experience

Cardiff is a vibrant, affordable student city. High student satisfaction scores.

Research strengths

Research in compound semiconductors, microelectronics, and communications systems.

Course

Mechanical Engineering

Offered by School of Engineering

QS Mechanical Engineering

QS Mechanical Engineering Rank: Top 250 in the World (2026)QS World Rank: #166

Cardiff University's School of Engineering is a Russell Group, triple-accredited school known for its research strength in advanced manufacturing and compound semiconductors, offering excellent value in the affordable Welsh capital.

Key advantages

Russell Group university
Strong advanced manufacturing research
Affordable Welsh capital
Good scholarship availability
Recognised compound semiconductor research centre
Strong industry-linked research culture

Programme & duration: MSc: 1 year (full-time)
Tuition (international): Approx. £24,000 – £29,000 per year (indicative; verify on official website)
Intakes: September (main intake)
English requirement: IELTS: 6.5 overall (min 6.0 per band)TOEFL iBT: 90PTE: 62
Entry requirements: 2:1 undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline. Strong mathematics background required.

Employability & placement

Good employability across Wales and England. Strong reputation in advanced manufacturing and materials engineering.

Student experience

Cardiff is a vibrant, affordable student city. High student satisfaction scores.

Research strengths

Research in advanced manufacturing, compound semiconductors, and materials engineering.

Course

Biomedical Science

Offered by School of Biosciences

QS Biological Sciences

QS Biological Sciences Rank: Top 250 in the World (2026)QS World Rank: #166

Cardiff University's School of Biosciences is a Russell Group, research-intensive school renowned for its strength in neuroscience and infection biology, offering excellent value in the affordable Welsh capital.

Key advantages

Russell Group university
Renowned neuroscience and infection biology research
Affordable Welsh capital
Good scholarship availability
Recognised research centre (Cardiff Brain Research Imaging Centre)
Strong clinical psychology pathway links

Programme & duration: MSc: 1 year (full-time)
Tuition (international): Approx. £22,000 – £27,000 per year (indicative; verify on official website)
Intakes: September (main intake)
English requirement: IELTS: 6.5 overall (min 6.0 per band)TOEFL iBT: 90PTE: 62
Entry requirements: 2:1 undergraduate degree in Biomedical Science or a related discipline. Personal statement and references required.

Employability & placement

Good employability across Wales and England. Strong reputation in neuroscience and infection biology.

Student experience

Cardiff is a vibrant, affordable student city. High student satisfaction scores.

Research strengths

Research in neuroscience, infection biology, and cancer genetics. Home to the Cardiff University Brain Research Imaging Centre (CUBRIC).

Course

Nursing

QS Nursing

QS World Rank: #151-200Highly rated for nursing in Wales

A Russell Group university and one of the top nursing schools in Wales. The School of Healthcare Sciences offers specialised MSc programmes including Mental Health Nursing. The Burdett Fellows scholarship for Advanced Healthcare Practice is offered here.

Key advantages

Russell Group university
Scholarship available (Burdett Fellows)
Mental health nursing specialism
Strong NHS Wales partnerships
Affordable Welsh capital city
Recognised for advanced practice nursing

Programme & duration: MSc: 1 year (full-time)up to 3 years (part-time)
Tuition (international): Approx. £22,000 – £27,000 per year (indicative; verify on official website)
Intakes: September each year
English requirement: IELTS: 7.0 overall (min 7.0 in all bands for NMC programmes)TOEFL iBT: 100+PTE: 73+
Entry requirements: BSc 2:1 in Nursing or related field. NMC registration for post-registration routes. References, personal statement, and health clearance required.

Employability & placement

Strong links with Aneurin Bevan University Health Board and other Welsh NHS bodies. Graduates well-placed for NHS careers across Wales and England.

Student experience

Cardiff is a vibrant student city. High student satisfaction scores. Active student union with extensive support services.

Research strengths

Research in mental health, advanced practice, community health, and child health nursing. Part of the Wales Cancer Research Centre.

Course

Pharmacy

Offered by School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences

QS Pharmacy & Pharmacology

QS Pharmacy & Pharmacology Rank: Top 50 in the World (2026)QS World Rank: #166

Cardiff University's School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences is a Russell Group, research-intensive school renowned for its strength in medicines optimisation and pharmaceutical care.

Key advantages

Russell Group university
Renowned medicines optimisation research
Affordable Welsh capital
Good scholarship availability
Strong pharmaceutical care focus
Strong clinical placement partnerships

Programme & duration: MSc: 1 year (full-time)
Tuition (international): Approx. £24,000 – £29,000 per year (indicative; verify on official website)
Intakes: September (main intake)
English requirement: IELTS: 6.5 overall (min 6.0 per band)TOEFL iBT: 90PTE: 62
Entry requirements: 2:1 undergraduate degree in Pharmacy or a related science. References required.

Employability & placement

Good employability across Wales and England. Strong reputation in pharmaceutical care and clinical pharmacy roles.

Student experience

Cardiff is a vibrant, affordable student city. High student satisfaction scores.

Research strengths

Research in medicines optimisation, pharmaceutical care, and drug delivery.

Course

Psychology

Offered by School of Psychology

QS Psychology

QS Psychology Rank: Top 200 in the World (2026)QS World Rank: #166

Cardiff University's School of Psychology is a Russell Group, research-intensive department renowned for its strength in cognitive neuroscience, offering excellent value in the affordable Welsh capital.

Key advantages

Russell Group university
Renowned cognitive neuroscience research
Affordable Welsh capital
Good scholarship availability
Recognised research centre (CUBRIC brain imaging)
Strong clinical psychology pathway links

Programme & duration: MSc: 1 year (full-time)
Tuition (international): Approx. £22,000 – £27,000 per year (indicative; verify on official website)
Intakes: September (main intake)
English requirement: IELTS: 6.5 overall (min 6.0 per band)TOEFL iBT: 90PTE: 62
Entry requirements: 2:1 undergraduate degree in Psychology or related discipline. Personal statement and references required.

Employability & placement

Good employability across Wales and England. Strong reputation in cognitive neuroscience and clinical psychology pathways.

Student experience

Cardiff is a vibrant, affordable student city. High student satisfaction scores.

Research strengths

Research in cognitive neuroscience and brain imaging. Home to the Cardiff University Brain Research Imaging Centre (CUBRIC).

Course

Law (LLM)

Offered by Cardiff School of Law and Politics

QS Law

QS Law Rank: Top 200 in the World (2026)QS World Rank: #166

Cardiff School of Law and Politics is a Russell Group, research-intensive school renowned for its strength in human rights and family law, offering excellent value in the affordable Welsh capital.

Key advantages

Russell Group university
Renowned human rights and family law research
Affordable Welsh capital
Good scholarship availability
Recognised research centre
Strong legal aid and pro bono culture

Programme & duration: LLM: 1 year (full-time)
Tuition (international): Approx. £20,000 – £25,000 per year (indicative; verify on official website)
Intakes: September (main intake)
English requirement: IELTS: 6.5 overall (min 6.0 per band)TOEFL iBT: 90PTE: 62
Entry requirements: 2:1 undergraduate law degree (or equivalent). Personal statement and references required.

Employability & placement

Good employability across Wales and England. Strong reputation in human rights, family law, and public sector legal roles.

Student experience

Cardiff is a vibrant, affordable student city. High student satisfaction scores.

Research strengths

Research in human rights, family law, and public law. Recognised research centres.

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