Cardiff is one of the most successful and popular universities in the UK. The standard of applications is high and competition for places is strong with the vast majority of our students at their first choice university. We wish to recruit the very best students and to help us achieve this we will make around 100 prestigious Cardiff University Scholarships available in 2010.
How much are the scholarships worth?
Each Cardiff University Scholarship is worth £3,000. They are cash payments and are not means tested.
When are the scholarships available?
The Scholarships are available to undergraduate students beginning their studies in September 2010.
In what subject areas are the scholarships available?
The scholarships are available in the following subject areas:
* Archaeology
* Chemistry
* Computer Science
* Earth and Ocean Sciences
* Ecology
* Engineering
o Integrated Engineering
o Electronic & Communication Engineering
o Electrical & Electronic Engineering
o Computer Systems Engineering
o Medical Engineering
* Genetics
* German
* Italian
* Microbiology
* Molecular Biology
* Physics
* Welsh
* Zoology
For a full listing of eligible degree programmes please see our Eligible Degree Programmes page. Please note however, that this list is currently in the process of being updated for September 2010, please contact the Scholarships and Bursaries office (see below) for up to date information.
Who will be eligible for the scholarships?
The scholarships will be awarded to the UK students coming to Cardiff University in September 2010. In order to obtain a scholarship you need to achieve grades AAA at A-level (or equivalent*) and satisfy all aspects of your offer. In addition, you must have accepted the offer of a place to study from Cardiff on a firm basis by 31st July 2010. You should also read the terms and conditions on our website for full information about eligibility.
How do I apply for a scholarship?
You don't need to apply for any of these scholarships. As long as you have accepted the offer you have received from Cardiff University on a firm basis by 31st July 2010, then you will automatically be considered for an award.
When will I know if I have been successful?
Those who are successful will be notified in writing as soon as possible in September 2010.
If I am successful when will I receive my scholarship?
Successful students will receive £1,500 in their first year, and subject to continuing satisfactory academic performance, the remaining £1,500 will be paid in equal instalments in each of the remaining years of their course.
How can I find out more?
Click here to see the full terms and conditions of our scholarships. Please note however, that the terms and conditions are currently in the process of being updated for September 2010.
For further advice on scholarships please contact:
Sheila King, tel: 029 2087 9128
Helen Bowman, tel: 029 2087 9320
E-mail: bursariesandscholarships@cardiff.ac.uk
