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Working in partnership with National Governing Bodies of Sport and Sport Wales we provide a number of performance programmes that align with talent pathways.

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Sporting & academic success

Cardiff Met has established itself as one of the leading universities for student sport in the UK. We offer a unique performance environment, that is focussed on ensuring you achieve both your sporting and academic aspirations, setting the foundations for your future career.

Achieve your academic potential alongside training, playing and performing at the highest level in your chosen sport.

 

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Alex Dombrandt gets tackled around the waist during a game of rugby

We offer a range of sport scholarships to provide financial support to student athletes.

Cardiff Met Archers student player dribbles with a basketball against an opponent

Our performance teams and individual scholars compete in their respective top tier domestic competitions and leagues.

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Our dedicated Sport YouTube channel. Follow our teams in weekley BUCS matches, as well as special features on players and coaches.

Student lifts barbell on benchpress during exercise

From dedicated strength and conditioning support; massage and physiotherpay clinics and performance analysis support.

Headshot of student in Cardiff Met sportswear

We have a Dual Career Athlete & Performance Sport Concession Policy in place for all courses at Cardiff Met.

Team coach discusses sports tactics while holding a small whiteboard

Our performance programmes are led by experienced members of staff and coaches and supported by our Performance Services Team.

Aerial view of an athletic complex featuring a green soccer field, blue running track, and domed sports facility. Surrounding the complex are trees and residential buildings in the background.

We offer world-class sports facilities at our Cyncoed campus to support both the academic and sporting development of our students.

Perdormance Sprt Open Events

Discover specific events to find out more about playing for our Performance Teams. Please note that these are different to University Open Days.

Club Sport

We have over 30 sports clubs providing a range of opportunities for our students. All sports clubs are governed by the Cardiff Met Students’ Union.

Successes & Sporting Alumni

Cardiff Met Football Club team celebrate and pose with a trophy

After missing out in the play-offs in 2017 and 2018, Cardiff Met FC secured their place in the 2019 Europa League play-off round following victory against Bala Town.

Wales rugby player Aaron Wainright runs holding a rugby ball during an international match

Cardiff Met was massive for my physical development. The standard of the game is very good. It has helped me get to where I am now.

Cardiff Met Women team celebrate scoring a goal during a match

The most successful football team in Wales’, Cardiff Met WFC secured their 6th title in eight years in 2019 and qualified for the Women’s UEFA Champions League.