Cardiff University
Total, Wales
How much do Cardiff University graduates earn by subject?
Cardiff University graduates earn a median salary of £33,500 five years after graduation. The highest-paying subject is Medicine and dentistry at £52,900, while Performing arts graduates earn £26,300.
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Salary growth: how do earnings change over time?
Graduate salaries typically grow significantly in the first five years. Subjects like medicine and engineering tend to see steeper growth, while creative fields may start lower but offer non-linear career paths.
| Subject | 15 months | 3 years | 5 years |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medicine and dentistry | £37,000 | £47,000 | £52,000 |
| Computing | £30,000 | £33,500 | £46,500 |
| Economics | £27,500 | £27,000 | £34,500 |
| Medical sciences | £28,500 | £29,000 | £34,000 |
| Business and management | £25,000 | £29,500 | £41,000 |
| Engineering | £30,000 | £31,500 | £38,500 |
| Mathematical sciences | £29,500 | £27,500 | £36,500 |
| Politics | £25,000 | £24,500 | £33,500 |
| Architecture, building and planning | £30,000 | £30,000 | £40,000 |
| Chemistry | £30,000 | £27,250 | £34,000 |
| Allied health | £29,000 | £33,750 | £39,750 |
| Biosciences | £26,000 | £25,500 | £32,000 |
| Languages and area studies | - | £24,000 | £28,000 |
| Psychology | £25,000 | £24,000 | £29,000 |
| Philosophy and religious studies | £24,500 | £24,000 | £30,000 |
| Education and teaching | £25,000 | £23,500 | £29,500 |
| Performing arts | £28,500 | £26,000 | £30,000 |
15-month data from Graduate Outcomes survey. 3-year and 5-year data from LEO (Longitudinal Education Outcomes). Growth is calculated from 15 months to 5 years after graduation.
How competitive is Cardiff University?
In 2024, Cardiff University received 92,480 applications and accepted 16,055 students, giving an acceptance rate of 17.4%.
Source: UCAS End of Cycle Data
How much does it cost for international students?
International undergraduate students pay £18,700 to £47,100 per year in tuition at Cardiff University.
* Estimates based on 2025/26 fees. Actual costs may vary. View official fees →
What are the employment outcomes at Cardiff University?
89% of Cardiff University graduates are in sustained employment or further study 5 years after graduation. The university offers 28 subjects with median salaries ranging from £26,300 to £52,900. (Satisfaction = NSS teaching score)
* Avg. Tariff: Average UCAS tariff points of students who enrolled on this course. This is not the entry requirement — enrolled students often exceed requirements. Always check the official university website for actual entry requirements.
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Entry Requirements
Russell Group in Wales. Medicine and Dentistry most competitive. Many courses require AAB-ABB.
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Highest Earning Subjects
- 1 Medicine and dentistry £52,900
- 2 Computing £48,900
- 3 Economics £46,000
- 4 Medical sciences £43,800
- 5 Pharmacology, toxicology and pharmacy £43,400
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Data Source
Graduate earnings from the Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) dataset and Graduate Outcomes survey via Discover Uni 2024/25. Figures show median earnings at 15 months, 3 years, and 5 years after graduation. Continuation rates show the percentage of students who progress in their studies.
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