Cardiff University is a public research university in Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom. The University of Nottingham is a public research university in Nottingham, United Kingdom.
| Cardiff University | University of Nottingham | |
|---|---|---|
| Collegedunia Score | 5.2 Out of 10 | 6 Out of 10 |
| ranking (overall) | # 154 QS World University 2024 # 190 Times Higher Education 2024 # 166 US News 2023 | # 100 QS World University 2024 # 130 Times Higher Education 2024 # 114 QS World University 2023 |
| Subject Strength | # 151 for Engineering by Times Higher Education 2024 # 117 for Medicine by QS World University 2023 # 126 for Law by Times Higher Education 2024 | # 98 for Engineering by Times Higher Education 2024 # 57 for Medicine by QS World University 2023 # 45 for Law by Times Higher Education 2024 |
| Programs | UG Programs -224 PG Programs -169 Doctorate Programs -209 | UG Programs -104 PG Programs -139 Doctorate Programs -1 |
| Acceptance Rate | 75.2 % | 11.0 % |
| Exam Score | GMAT - 570 IELTS - 7 PTE - 70 TOEFL - 90 | GMAT - 640 IELTS - 6 PTE - 55 TOEFL - 79 |
| Cost to Study | Average Tuition Fees 25288.0 [For UG Program] Average Tuition Fees 28974 [For PG Program] Hostel + Meal - 8670 Per Year | Average Tuition Fees 27200 [For UG Program] Average Tuition Fees 34500 [For PG Program] Hostel + Meal - 14297 Per Year |
| placement (average package) | 96% of Cardiff University graduates receive full-time employment within 15 months of their graduation. Top companies: Accenture, Google, HSBC, JLL, Deloitte, KPMG, BBC, Pfizer, Unilever, Jacobs, IBM, etc. Degree Average Salary PhD $142,000 Executive MBA $108,000 Masters in Finance $98,000 MBA $90,000 Other Degree $62,000 Doctorate $61,000 | Graduate Employability Rankings: #66 University of Nottingham is one of the top public universities in Nottingham, United Kingdom. It is ranked #114 in QS World University Rankings 2023. Top recruiters: National Health Service (NHS), Pentland, Vision Express Ltd., University of Nottingham, University of Central Lancashire etc Base Salaries by Degree: Masters in Management: $96,000 MBA: $94,000 Executive Masters: $75,000 LLM: $72,000 Masters in Finance: $70,000 PhD: $67,000 |
| application requirements | Submit official transcripts Submit English language proficiency Check program specific requirements | Transcripts, Personal Statement, School Reference, Proof of English language proficiency, Country-specific requirements, 2 References, Resume, Work Experience (if required) |
| Campuses and B-Schools | NA | University of Nottingham Malaysia |
| CollegeDunia Reviews | 8.1/10 Read 5 reviews | 7.1/10 Read 12 reviews |
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| General Facts | Cardiff University | University of Nottingham |
|---|---|---|
| Type of University | University | University |
| Established | 1883 | 1881 |
| Student:Faculty Ratio | 13:1 | 15:1 |
| Male:Female | 42% Male, 58% Female | 46% Male, 54% Female |
| Location Facts | Cardiff is located on the coast of South Wales and is easy to reach from many places in the UK and overseas. Cardiff is an accessible city, benefiting from excellent road, rail, and air communications. Using the high-speed train service, London is reached in approximately two hours. | Campuses in UK, China & Malaysia; UK campuses located mainly in Nottingham include University Park (Main Campus), Jubilee Campus, Sutton Bonington Campus, King’s Meadow Campus, Queen’s Medical Center (also include 2 University Hospital sites); University Park- one of the largest & most attractive in UK; spread across 300 acres; 2 miles from city center in extensive greenery and around a lake. |
| Library | Cardiff’s libraries hold over 1.1 million printed books and provide access to more than 1.5 million online books, journals, and resources. 10 separate libraries spread throughout both campuses. Some libraries and IT rooms are open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Specialist libraries include architecture, health and journalism. 100,000 rare items, several of which can be viewed on a 40" 3D touch-screen and turning pages software. | 10 libraries across its UK and international campuses; over 1 million books and journals; over 3 million manuscripts; one of the most heavily-used electronic collections (ebooks, e-journals, databases) in UK. |
| Campus Life | Cardiff University is made up of two large, well-located campuses. Over 90 languages are spoken here. Cardiff University Students' Union supports over 200 student societies and 60 sports clubs with more than 10,000 members. | Period buildings; 12 halls of residence (accommodating over 3,000 students); East Midlands Conference Centre (a conference & exhibition center for upto 1,000 people); sports facilities- 70 sports clubs, Sports Centre, Fitness Centre, swimming pool; Lakeside Arts Centre (University’s public art program engaging over 200,000 people); Portland Building (housing Students' Union, Student Support Centre, banks, bars & restaurants). |
| Hostel | #Rooms - $6720 | #Broadgate Park--Single Room - $5764 #Ancaster Hall Rooms-- With meal - $8533 |
| Famous Alumni | Gwilym Lee (British actor), Susanna Reid (English television presenter and journalist), Alice May Roberts (English biological anthropologist, biologist, television presenter, and author), Barham Salih (Iraqi politician of Kurdish origin), Vedhika Kumar (Indian actress), Susmita Bhattacharya (Writer, Poet), Sir Karl Jenkins (Composer and Musician). | Over 280,000 alumni; D.H. Lawrence (English Writer); Ruth Wilson (Actor); Sir Clive Granger (British Economist); Theo James (Actor); Anil Kakodkar (Indian physicist); Nadia Edith Whittome (Member of the Parliament of UK); Matthew Paul Walker (British Scientist); Major Levison James Wood (British Explorer) |
| City Life | Cardiff, the capital city of Wales, is a lively and student-friendly city. 2nd friendliest city in the UK and the top 5 most welcoming cities in the UK. There is a lot on offer whether students are looking for culture, outdoor activities, shopping, or great nightlife and the city has the added bonus that almost everything is within walking distance. Top Companies: Delloite, Amazon, Tesco, NHS, PwC, Starbucks, and many more. | Nottingham- a city in Nottinghamshire, England; City has links to the legend of Robin Hood, lace-making, Raleigh bikes, tobacco industries; 7th largest metropolitan economy in UK; Unemployment rate-2.59% Top tourist attractions: Old Market Square, Lace Market, Nottingham Castle, City of Caves, Highfields Park, Green's Mill and Science Centre, D. H. Lawrence Birthplace Museum. |
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