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Why Choose Cardiff Met

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Congratulations on your offer to join us at Cardiff Met – UK & Ireland University of the Year 2021*

Our aim is to help you realise your full potential and to make outstanding graduate-level contributions to society, economy and culture, regardless of where in the world you are from and where you settle after graduating.

You will study subjects that will change the way you think about the world. You will meet people who will become friends for the rest of your life. Yes, we will challenge you, as that is what so much of university life is about. But we will also support you to build your competence, confidence, experience and networks and help you develop the Ethical, Digital, Global and Entrepreneurial skills which gives every graduate the Cardiff Met EDGE.

I am really pleased you are thinking of joining us and look forward to seeing you on campus very soon.


Professor Cara Aitchison
President and Vice-Chancellor
Cardiff Metropolitan University

* Times Higher Education Awards

Professor Cara Aitchison, President and Vice-Chancellor
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Times Higher Education University of the Year – UK and Ireland

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Up 10 places this year and 51 over two years in the Guardian Good Uni Guide

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Welsh University of the Year 2021, The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide

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Up 24 places this year and 33 over two years in the Complete Uni Guide

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1st in Wales and joint 5th in the UK in the People and Planet University League

 

Cardiff – A Capital City Location

With a thriving student population, our city is a fantastic place to call ‘Home’.

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Student Living Costs

Consistently ranked as an affordable student city in the UK*

* NatWest Student Living Index

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Award-Winning Accommodation & Res Life Community

Winner of ‘Best Student Community’ at the National Student Housing Survey 2019.

 

Guaranteed Place in Halls

We will guarantee you a place in University-approved accommodation if you’re applying to be a full-time student at Cardiff Met for the first time. Terms apply.

 

Performance Sport

We compete at the highest level in university sport and offer an accredited performance environment to ensure students achieve their academic and performance aspirations.

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Free Fitness Membership for all First-Year Students

Met Active offers a range of different health, fitness and training programmes for all abilities and access to excellent facilities across the Llandaff and Cyncoed campuses.

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Work Placements & Experience

All degrees offer the opportunity to gain real-world experience through a comprehensive package of industry placements, volunteering opportunities and live projects.

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Employability – Top in Wales

For graduates securing employment or entering further study within 15 months of graduating*

* 93% – Latest Graduate Outcomes Survey

 

Explore the World

Broaden your horizons, develop your skills and gain new experiences by studying part of your degree or volunteering abroad.

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Community & Support

Benefit from small class sizes and a supportive approach through our personal tutor scheme.