Cardiff Metropolitan University

Cardiff Metropolitan University delivers a wide range of full and part-time taught postgraduate, research and professional opportunities across our five academic schools:

• School of Art & Design
• School of Education & Social Policy
• School of Sport & Health Sciences
• School of Management
• School of Technologies

Programmes are strongly practice-focused and professionally recognised, with academic staff engaged in industry and research to ensure teaching aligns with real-world needs. Programmes are delivered within a diverse and inclusive learning environment that brings together students from the UK and over 100 countries, supporting collaboration, global perspectives and professional networks.

Students benefit from an applied research culture, connections with employers and support for career development, preparing graduates for success in diverse global careers.

Where is Cardiff Met Metropolitan University?

We are located in the capital city of Wales, Cardiff; a vibrant city rich with culture, adventure and sport. From nightlife, shopping and an incredible international food scene to beautiful green spaces, waterways and more – all wrapped up in a compact and easy to navigate space. Home to a thriving student population, Cardiff is ranked as one of the UK’s top three most affordable student cities (NatWest, 2025).

How will we support your career?

We are committed to supporting the success of our postgraduate students. Our expert Student Services teams offer free, impartial and confidential counselling and advice on money, wellbeing, disability and dyslexia to support you throughout your postgraduate experience.

Cardiff Met’s Career Service can support you with your career planning and development during your studies and remains available even after graduate. In the latest Graduate Outcomes Survey, 93.5% of Cardiff Met postgraduates were in work or further study 15 months after graduation.

How do you apply?

Applications should be made direct to the university via our self-service facility.

Before making an application please visit our postgraduate advice for applicant webpage.

We also offer a range of bursaries, scholarships, loans and grants.

Check out our website for information on course fees and International scholarships .

What else should you know?

We take pride in our excellent reputation for applied research, active engagement with industry and prosperous postgraduate research community. Cardiff Met has a strong commitment to undertaking and supporting research at the cutting edge of knowledge exploration, with 79% of the University’s research impacts judged as ‘Internationally Excellent’ or ‘World Leading’ in the latest Research Excellence Framework (REF 2021).

Register for a Postgraduate event

Register here

Find out more about postgraduate study at Cardiff Met. Register for one of our online postgraduate webinars. Please note that these are not course specific but will provide an introduction to postgraduate study, the benefits and the funding opportunities available.