We recognise that financial and other personal circumstances can have an impact on your decision to apply to university.
We offer a range of bursaries to help with the costs of studying with us.
| Award | Who may be eligible? | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cardiff University Bursary | Full-time undergraduate students from lower income households who qualify for UK funding for living costs | £1,000 for first-year students, £500 in subsequent years |
| Military Experienced Bursary | Full-time undergraduate and postgraduate students who have served in the armed forces | £1,000 per academic year |
| Asylum Seekers Opportunity Award | Asylum seekers and children of asylum seekers (two awards available) | Cost of tuition and non-repayable grant of £4,000 per year to support living costs |
| Care Leavers Bursary | Full-time undergraduate and postgraduate care leavers | £1,000 per academic year |
| Estranged Student Bursary | Full-time undergraduate and postgraduate estranged students | £1,000 per academic year |
| Next Step Bursary | Students who have completed the University’s Widening Participation Scheme, and whose household income is below £35,000 | Either a £1,000 Cardiff University residency fee discount or a £500 travel bursary in your first year |
| Young Adult Carers Bursary | Full-time undergraduate and postgraduate young adult carers | £1,000 per academic year |
If you are a continuing student with us, please check the student intranet for your cohort year bursary details.
For more details on any of the above awards, please contact:
Bursaries and Scholarships
NHS bursary
Home UK-funded students on eligible courses, who commit to working in Wales post-qualification, may be eligible for this bursary of statutory funding. It covers tuition fees in full, plus £1,000 per year for living costs.
Scholarships
We offer a number of scholarships for particular courses, and for students who achieve exceptional exam results.