Bursaries
We recognise that financial and other personal circumstances can have an impact on your decision to apply to university.
We offer a range of bursaries to help with the costs of studying with us.
| Award | Who may be eligible? | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cardiff University Bursary | Full-time undergraduate students from lower-income households who qualify for UK funding for living costs | £500 per academic year |
| Together at Cardiff Bursary | Full-time undergraduate and postgraduate students who are care leavers, estranged, military experienced and young adult carers | £1,000 per academic year |
| Asylum Seekers Opportunity Award | Asylum seekers and children of asylum seekers (six awards available) | Cost of tuition and a non-repayable grant from £4,000 |
| Next Step Bursary | Students who have completed the University’s Widening Participation Scheme, and whose household income is below £35,000 | Either a £1,000 Cardiff University residency fee discount or a £500 travel bursary in your first year |
| NHS bursary | Home UK-funded students on eligible courses, who commit to working in Wales post-qualification, may be eligible for this bursary of statutory funding. | It covers tuition fees in full, plus £1,000 per year for living costs. |
| Dr Brian Rees Bursary | A home undergraduate student domiciled in the CF11 or CF24 postcode area starting their first year in 2025 and studying Medicine | This significant bursary will cover a home student’s full fees and an annual substantial maintenance stipend for 5 years (a stipend of circa £10,000 per year). |
If you are a continuing student with us, please check the student intranet for your cohort year bursary details.
For more details on any of the above awards, contact:
Student Money Support
Student Finance Guide 2025
Student finance guide for UK students.
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