Cardiff Metropolitan University
About
Cardiff Metropolitan University’s history can be traced back to 1865 when they opened their School of Art in the Old Fee Library in Cardiff. Since then, they have developed into a university and remained rooted in Wales, offering students from all across the globe professional and practice-focused education. The university has a total of three campuses – Cyncoed Campus, Plas Gwyn Residential Campus, and the Llandaff Campus. The Cyncoed Campus in particular offers fantastic sporting facilities and houses the main office for Students as well as the Athletics Union.
Their Llandaff Campus provides excellent sporting facilities also as well as a student union, coffee bars including Starbucks and Costa Coffee and an on-site shop. The campus is situated just two miles from the city center where it is surrounded by many beautiful parks, playing fields, and the historic village of Llandaff. Their other campus – the Plas Gwyn Residential Campus is primarily known for its safe and comfortable accommodation offerings. The university has over 33,190 students, 11,000 of which are international students.
Postgraduate Programs They Run
Cardiff Metropolitan University provides a wide range of postgraduate programs spanning topics such as finance, health, computer science, creative writing, marketing, languages, fashion, and more. Some of the awards their postgraduate programs offer include Master of Science (MSc), Postgraduate Diploma (DGDip), Postgraduate Certificate (PGCert), Master of Art (MA), Master of Business Administration (MBA), and LLM (Master of Law). They also have a number of research postgraduate degrees across their schools where you can obtain a Master of Philosophy (MPhil) or a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD). Some of their postgraduate courses allow for flexible learning too.
Admissions Process
Students looking to study full-time undergraduate courses should apply via the UCAS. It is vital to include the correct institution and course codes, these can be found on the Cardiff Metropolitan University website. Once you have sent your application, the university will be in touch with you to update you on the progress of your application. Postgraduate applicants can apply to courses at Cardiff Metropolitan University directly on the website. Simply go to find a course and hit the apply now button. You will then be brought to an online application form which you can fill out.
If you are applying for part-time courses, you can make your application in the same way. International applications can be made directly using the Cardiff Metropolitan University’s application form. This can be found in the international section on their website. This is the case for both undergraduate and postgraduate courses. After you have applied, the university will be in touch. It is essential to ensure you meet all the entry requirements before making your application. You can easily find these on the relevant course page.
Accommodation
Cardiff Metropolitan University is committed to providing students with safe and secure accommodation. They have almost 1000 study bedrooms situated in their Cyncoed and Plas Gwyn campuses. They also allocate more than 650 private en-suite halls to students via nomination agreements with private halls in close proximity to the campuses. The Cyncoed Halls is situated on landscaped grounds and students can access a range of sporting facilities free of charge. They also have access to 24-hour computer labs, many cafes, and on-site laundry. The halls are situated nearby local shops at Lakeside, with the student hub of Roath and Cathays being only a 5-minute bus ride away. You will have access to a large common room where you can socialise, bike storage, and parking.
All students staying here get free internet and TV. The rent prices vary but you can expect to pay between £122 and £131 for a room with a bed and study area. Some have en-suite bathrooms while others have shared bathroom facilities. The Plas Gwyn Campus offers similar accommodation but has other facilities which include a multi-use games arena, data room, and vending machines on-site. Bars, shops, restaurants, and banks are just 5 minutes walk away. Students living here have access to free Wi-Fi and bike storage. A number of events are arranged each month to encourage students living here to socialise and meet new people too. Rent varies depending on the size of the room but you can expect to pay between £121 and £129 for a 40-week contract. You can apply for accommodation on the Cardiff Metropolitan University website.
Scholarships and Financial Support
Cardiff Metropolitan University provides a range of scholarships for those pursuing postgraduate research degrees. For instance, the Doctoral Research Scholarship for part-time students studying a Professional Doctorate, the Doctoral Research Scholarship for part-time students studying Education and Vision, the Cardiff Metropolitan University Vice-Chancellors PhD Studentship, and more. You can find out more about the scholarships and their entry requirements on the Cardiff Metropolitan University website. Here, you will also be able to apply for the scholarships. Other scholarships they offer for both undergraduate and postgraduate students include the Carers Bursary and the Elite Sport Scholar Award. Details of these can be found on the website as well as information regarding how to apply.
Contact Info
For general enquiries, call +44(0)29 2041 6070 or email askadmissions@cardiffmet.ac.uk
