Cardiff Metropolitan University
Cardiff Metropolitan University, located in the capital city of Wales, is a modern public university known for its focus on career-ready education and student experience. With origins dating back to 1865, it officially gained university status in 2011. The university operates from two main campuses—Llandaff and Cyncoed—and offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs.
It comprises five key schools: Art & Design, Management, Sport & Health Sciences, Education & Social Policy, and Technologies. Cardiff Met is home to over 11,000 students from more than 140 countries, promoting a diverse and inclusive environment. The university is highly regarded for its focus on employability, research, and innovation, and was named UK and Ireland University of the Year in 2021 by Times Higher Education.
Global Rankings:
- QS World University Rankings 2025: Ranked 1001–1200
- Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2025: Ranked 1001–1200
UK Rankings:
- Complete University Guide 2025: Ranked 62nd, marking a 9-place improvement from the previous year
- The Times & Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025: Ranked 66th, climbing 12 places from the previous year
- The Guardian University Guide 2025: Ranked 82nd
Subject-Specific Highlights:
- Speech & Language Therapy: Ranked 6th in the UK
- Architecture: Ranked 16th in the UK
- Art & Design: Ranked 27th, with a notable rise of 11 places
- Graduate Prospects – Career on Track: Ranked 11th in the UK, surpassing institutions like Oxford, Loughborough, and Bath
Student Experience:
- Student Crowd Best Universities in Wales 2024: Ranked 3rd, based on verified student reviews across categories such as campus facilities, clubs and societies, Students’ Union, careers service, and connectivity.
HSC with GPA 3.0 or the equivalent of 5 GCSEs (Grade A-C) to include Maths and English
- UKVI IELTS of 4.5
Academic Qualifications:
- Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC): A minimum GPA of 4.0 out of 5.0 is typically required.
- GCE A-Levels: Three subjects with grades equivalent to UK A-Level standards.
- International Baccalaureate (IB): Completion of the IB Diploma with appropriate subject choices.
English Language Proficiency:
- IELTS: Minimum overall score of 6.0, with no component below 5.5.
- TOEFL iBT: Minimum score of 72.
- PTE Academic: Minimum score of 56, with no component below 51. *Note: Some programs may have higher English language requirements.
Additional Documents:
- Academic transcripts and certificates.
- Statement of Purpose (SOP).
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (LOR).
- Curriculum Vitae (CV), if applicable.
- Portfolio (for creative courses).
Academic Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree: A 3-year or 4-year undergraduate degree from a recognized institution in Bangladesh.
- Minimum CGPA: A CGPA of 3.0 out of 4.0 is generally acceptable.
English Language Proficiency:
- IELTS: Minimum overall score of 6.5, with no component below 6.0.
- TOEFL iBT: Minimum score of 83.
- PTE Academic: Minimum score of 62, with no component below 58.
*Note: Some programs may have higher English language requirements.
Additional Documents:
- Academic transcripts and degree certificates.
- Statement of Purpose (SOP).
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (LOR).
- Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- Portfolio (for creative courses).
Work Experience (if applicable):
Some programs, such as the MBA, may require 2–3 years of relevant work experience.
Assessment Method of CMU
🎓 Undergraduate Assessment:
Credit System: Undergraduate programs typically require the accumulation of 360 credits over three years, aligning with the UK’s Credit Accumulation and Transfer Scheme (CATS).
Assessment Methods: Students are evaluated through a combination of coursework, examinations, projects, and presentations.
Degree Classification:
First Class Honours (1st): 70% and above
Upper Second Class Honours (2:1): 60–69%
Lower Second Class Honours (2:2): 50–59%
Third Class Honours (3rd): 40–49%
🎓 Postgraduate Assessment:
Credit System: Postgraduate taught programs usually require 180 credits, with a significant portion at Level 7 of the Framework for Higher Education Qualifications.
Assessment Methods: Assessments include essays, research reports, presentations, and critiques, designed to evaluate both theoretical understanding and practical application.
Degree Classification:
Distinction: 70% and above
Merit: 60–69%
Pass: 50–59%
MOI from Bangladeshi Universities
Private Universities:
- North South University
- BRAC University
- East-West University
- American International University Bangladesh (AIUB)
- Independent University Bangladesh (IUB)
- Daffodil International University
- East Delta University
- International Islamic University Chittagong (IIUC)
- University of Asia Pacific
- Green University of Bangladesh
- City University Bangladesh
- Dhaka International University
- Eastern University Bangladesh
- Bangladesh University of Business and Technology
- Bangladesh University of Textiles
- Khulna Agricultural University
- Presidency University.
Public Universities:
- University of Chittagong (CU)
- University of Dhaka (DU)
- Jagannath University
- Jahangirnagar University
- Bangladesh University of Professionals (BUP)
- Islamic University of Technology
- Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (BUET)
- Rajshahi University of Engineering & Technology (RUET)
- Khulna University of Engineering & Technology (KUET)
- Dhaka University of Engineering and Technology (DUET)
- Chittagong University of Engineering and Technology (CUET)
- Comilla University
- Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman Science and Technology University
- Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman Agricultural University