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Global

Our global community includes students from more than 130 countries, as well as over 300 partner institutions around the world.

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Global partnerships

Spanning over 35 countries, our global partners offer a world of opportunity for staff and students.

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Global research

Our research brings a global perspective to critical issues such as the key to protecting ecosystems worldwide.

Our global community

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Global opportunities

Study, work or volunteer abroad during your degree for a life-changing experience.

European Exchange

Students from Europe can study with us for up to one year.

Study abroad in Cardiff

Overseas undergraduate students can study abroad in Cardiff for one or two semesters.

International scholarships

We offer a range of highly prestigious international scholarships designed to attract and reward the best students.

From visa and immigration advice to free transportation from the airport, Cardiff University cares about international students.

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News

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Tracing magma’s hidden journey: researchers show fault systems guide and halt volcanic unrest

Cardiff researcher part of international team that investigated 2022 volcanic system crisis in Azores

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New partnership will see Cardiff University degrees delivered in Singapore

Cardiff University teams-up with SIM Global Education (SIM GE)

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TIME recognition for academic excellence

Cardiff University is 121st in TIME magazine’s inaugural World’s Top Universities 2026

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Cardiff ranks among world’s best universities in major global rankings

Eight subjects in Top 100 of 2026 QS World University Rankings by Subject