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BSc Computer Science

Cardiff University
Full-time3 YearsSubject: Computer Science
Course Score
B /74
Graduate Salary
Β£30,000
Satisfaction
78%
Degree Completion
94%
Professional Jobs
80%
Meaningful Work
70%

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About Cardiff University

Cardiff University (Welsh: Prifysgol Caerdydd) is a public research university in Cardiff, Wales. It was established in 1883 as the University College of South Wales and Monmouthshire and became a founding college of the University of Wales in 1893. It was renamed University College, Cardiff in 1972 and merged with the University of Wales Institute of Science and Technology in 1988 to become University of Wales College, Cardiff and then University of Wales, Cardiff in 1996. In 1997, it received degree-awarding powers, but held them in abeyance. It is ranked #186 in the 2025 QS World University Rankings.

What Students Say

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The curriculum is highly engaging. An impressive 77% of students found this course to be consistently intellectually stimulating.

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Marking and assessment is viewed as largely fair, with 75% of cohorts agreeing exams and essays were graded appropriately.

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Academic support is accessible; 68% of students stated good advice was readily available when evaluating their module options.

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Course organization structure is perfectly solid. Over 82% say the timetables were well-organized and running smoothly.

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The community feel here is incredible. 90% of students agreed that they truly feel part of a community of staff and students.

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The Students' Union does a massive amount of work here. 87% of us feel they effectively represent our academic interests.

Student Living Costs

Wales
Est. Annual Total
Β£11,400
*Based on NatWest Student Index
Monthly BreakdownΒ£950
RentΒ£600
GroceriesΒ£200
Bills & TransportΒ£150
Average PintΒ£4.50

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