| Location | Cardiff, United Kingdom | Funding Type | Public |
|---|---|---|---|
| No of Students | 33190 | Establishment | University |
| Founded In | 1883 | Estimated Cost of Living | 9207 GBP |
| Address | Cardiff Wales CF10 3AT UK |
History of the University
The University opened its doors on 24 October 1883 and was formally established by Royal Charter in 1884.
We were named the University College of South Wales and Monmouthshire and were tiny in comparison to our current size. There were just:
In 1893 we became one of the founding institutions of the University of Wales and began awarding their degrees. By 1972 we had taken the name University College, Cardiff.
Mergers
We merged with the University of Wales Institute of Science and Technology (UWIST) in 1988. In 1999 the public name of the University changed to Cardiff University.
In 2004 we merged with the University of Wales College of Medicine. The College of Medicine was part of the original University but had split off in 1931, making this a reunification.
In December 2004 the Privy Council approved a new Supplemental Charter granting us university status. Our legal name changed to Cardiff University. We are now independent of the University of Wales.
We awarded students admitted before 2005 University of Wales degrees. Since then we award students Cardiff University degrees.
Coat of arms
The College of Arms granted our coat of arms in 1988 after the merger with the University of Wales Institute of Science and Technology.
The arms feature 'supporters', which in heraldry are rarely granted to universities. The angel and the dragon are derived from the crests of the merged institutions.
The motto "Gwirionedd, Undod a Chytgord" is the closing phrase of the prayer for the Church Militant in the 1662 Book of Common Prayer. It means "Truth, Unity, and Concord".
Who we are
We excel in producing high quality, innovative research which translates into benefits both locally and worldwide.
We have a diverse student population with students coming from more than 100 countries and with a range of backgrounds. Our academic staff is driven by creativity and curiosity and many are leaders in their fields, creating a stimulating environment for learning.
Education
Our students benefit from teaching and research that is driven by curiosity and creativity.
We work in partnership with our students to create a stimulating and supportive environment in which all our students can thrive. Studying and learning in a research-rich environment means our students are taught by scholars working at the frontiers of knowledge in their disciplines.
Research
Our research earns grants and investments totaling tens of millions of pounds and attracts top researchers from around the world.
The quality and impact of Cardiff's research have led to a meteoric rise in the Research Excellence Framework (REF), pushing it into the UK's top 5 universities. We were also ranked as the 2nd university nationally based on the impact of our research which tackles major challenges facing society, the economy, and the environment.
Innovation
Innovation is on our blood. Cardiff’s history shows innovation thrives when pioneers come together to forge partnerships in the right places.
We define innovation as working together to turn ideas into new products, processes, services, and/or policy developments that add value.
We have a thriving innovation culture, connecting industry, business, charities, and government with our academics, nurturing student entrepreneurship, and championing grass-roots business development.
International
Cardiff is a global, ambitious, and innovative university with a bold and strategic vision located in a beautiful and thriving capital city.
With over 7,000 international students from more than 100 countries, our campus offers a diverse and truly international environment attracting the best students and staff from around the world.
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