The University of Sheffield is a public research university in Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England. Cardiff University is a public research university in Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom.
| University of Sheffield | Cardiff University | |
|---|---|---|
| Collegedunia Score | 6 Out of 10 | 5.2 Out of 10 |
| ranking (overall) | # 104 QS World University 2024 # 105 Times Higher Education 2024 # 96 QS World University 2023 | # 154 QS World University 2024 # 190 Times Higher Education 2024 # 166 US News 2023 |
| Subject Strength | # 94 for Engineering by Times Higher Education 2024 # 114 for Medicine by Times Higher Education 2023 # 151 for Law by Times Higher Education 2024 | # 151 for Engineering by Times Higher Education 2024 # 117 for Medicine by QS World University 2023 # 126 for Law by Times Higher Education 2024 |
| Programs | UG Programs -60 PG Programs -59 | UG Programs -224 PG Programs -169 Doctorate Programs -209 |
| Acceptance Rate | 85.6 % | 75.2 % |
| Exam Score | GMAT-550 GRE updated-306 IELTS-6 PTE-61 | GMAT-570 IELTS-7 PTE-70 TOEFL-90 |
| Cost to Study | Average Tuition Fees 30875 [For UG Program] Average Tuition Fees 30875 [For PG Program] Hostel + Meal - 25672 Per Year | Average Tuition Fees 25288.0 [For UG Program] Average Tuition Fees 28974 [For PG Program] Hostel + Meal - 8670 Per Year |
| placement (average package) | Graduate employability ranks: #121-130 | 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 |
| application requirements | 2 reference letters; CV; Supporting statement of 300-500 words | Submit official transcripts Submit English language proficiency Check program specific requirements |
| Campuses and B-Schools | Sheffield University Management School | NA |
| CollegeDunia Reviews | 7.6/10 Read 6 reviews | 8.1/10 Read 5 reviews |
Other Popular Comparisons
| General Facts | University of Sheffield | Cardiff University |
|---|---|---|
| Type of University | University | University |
| Established | 1905 | 1883 |
| Student:Faculty Ratio | 15:1 | 13:1 |
| Male:Female | 46% Male, 54% Female | 42% Male, 58% Female |
| Location Facts | Two campus areas: Western Bank (main) and St George’s. The main campus is located in the heart of city, surrounded by many green spaces gardens, parks and woodland area. | 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. |
| Library | According 2017-18 annual report: 1.1 million collections; 3.2 million visits; 3,532 study spaces; 5.6 million digital library searches; 12.1 million digital downloads; 216,000 books loaned | 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. |
| Campus Life | Student’s Union has 350 clubs and societies; bars, cafe, and restaurants; box office for tickets to concerts and performances; events; student council; support services. The university also offers opportunities to indulge in volunteering, DJing, Dancing, Sports, involving in faith groups, Faishon, and Film making. | 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. |
| Hostel | #Rooms (Single Standard Room) - $5914 #Rooms (Single En-suite Room) - $7498 #Rooms (En-suite Room) - $8400 | #Rooms - $6720 |
| Famous Alumni | David Childs (former Managing Partner of Clifford Chance); Lindsay Ashford (author); Hilary Mantel (two times Booker Prize winner); Glenn Moore (comedian); Any Johnson (pilot); Helen Sharman (first British astronaut); Sir Donald Bailey (inventor of the Bailey Bridge), Lord Florey (Nobel Prize laureate), Sir Hans Krebs (Nobel Prize laureate), etc. | 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). |
| City Life | Sheffield is known as the “steel city”; home to the world’s oldest football club: Sheffield FC; has the largest theatre complex of the UK. It is not only the 4th largest city in England but also one of the safest cities. The city is also known for having the cost of living 10% lower than the national average. The unemployment rate of the city is 4.2% | 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. |
| Weather | - |
