Cardiff Metropolitan University

Cardiff Metropolitan University ranks #1,328 globally in the UNIRANKS 2027 World University Rankings with an overall score of 75.58 out of 100. It ranks #101 nationally.

| Global Rank 1328 | Overall Score 75.58 |
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Top Country #101

Top Europe #385

Top World #1,328

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The university is known for its strong focus on employability and industry connections, offering a variety of programs that prepare students for the modern workforce. Cardiff Met fosters a diverse and inclusive community, encouraging students to engage in extracurricular activities that enhance their university experience. The institution is also committed to research that benefits society, contributing to both local and global discussions. Recognized and Verified by UNIRANKS.

Cardiff Metropolitan University Rankings 2027

Recognized, Verified | Published 4 August 2026 | Updated 4 August 2026

Overall Score
75.58
Global Rank
#1,328
Regional Rank
#385
Country Rank
#101
Institution Status
Recognized, Verified

Cardiff Metropolitan University Overall Rankings 2027

Explore Cardiff Metropolitan University’s performance across the official UNIRANKS World University Rankings 2027. Each ranking indicator measures a different aspect of institutional excellence, from education quality and research performance to student wellbeing, employability, digital transformation, and global engagement.

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UNIRANKS Indicator Scores are normalized performance scores on a 0–100 scale and should not be interpreted as raw institutional percentages unless explicitly stated.

Campus Infrastructure & Learning Facilities

79.2 / 100

Campus Safety & Security Measures

82 / 100

Faculty-to-Student Ratio & Learning Environment

74.3 / 100

Green Campus & Sustainability Initiatives

76.5 / 100

International Student Support & Cultural Inclusion

77.1 / 100

Student Housing, Dining, & Living Conditions

75.8 / 100

Student Support Services & Wellbeing Programs

78.5 / 100

Faculty & Researcher Achievements

71.4 / 100

Industry & Employer Recognitions

72 / 100

Institutional Awards

70 / 100

National & Regional Recognitions

69.5 / 100

Student Awards & Competitions

73.2 / 100

Career Support Services & Graduate Tracking

73.7 / 100

Employer Reputation & Satisfaction

74.3 / 100

Graduate Employment Rate

74.8 / 100

Industry Partnerships & Internships

73.9 / 100

Notable Alumni & Career Progression

72.1 / 100

Quality of Employment

75.5 / 100

Global Standing & Recognition

71.8 / 100

National Recognition & Standing

70.9 / 100

Peer & Academic Reputation

71.6 / 100

Ranking Trends & Improvements

72 / 100

Global Partnerships & Collaborations

70.7 / 100

International Reputation & Recognition

69.8 / 100

International Student Support

72.2 / 100

International Students & Faculty

72.4 / 100

Multicultural Campus Environment

73 / 100

Student & Faculty Mobility

71 / 100

Global Research Collaboration

71.9 / 100

Knowledge Transfer & Innovation

73 / 100

Open Science & Accessibility

70.5 / 100

Research Impact & Excellence

74 / 100

Research Integrity & Quality

73.6 / 100

Research Output & Scale

74.5 / 100

Research Portfolio Strength & Growth

71.2 / 100

Accessibility & Inclusion in Learning

73.7 / 100

Accreditation & Recognitions

75.8 / 100

Assessment & Feedback Mechanisms

74.2 / 100

Classroom & Teaching Methodologies

75.1 / 100

Faculty Credentials & Teaching Performance

76.2 / 100

Faculty-Student Ratio

74.9 / 100

Graduate & Postgraduate Success Rate

74.6 / 100

Graduate Research & Thesis Supervision

74.8 / 100

Internships & Industry Exposure

75.9 / 100

Practical Learning & Experiential Education

75.3 / 100

Program Diversity & Curriculum Innovation

75.5 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Learning Outcomes

76.8 / 100

Student Support Services

77 / 100

Academic Web Presence & Open Access

72.7 / 100

Digital Content & Knowledge Sharing

73.1 / 100

Interactive Features & Student Support Tools

71.1 / 100

Online Learning & Digital Services

70.8 / 100

Online Reputation & Backlink Authority

72 / 100

Search Visibility & SEO Authority

72.3 / 100

Social Media Presence & Influence

71.5 / 100

Website Performance & Speed

72.9 / 100

Website Quality & User Experience

73.5 / 100

Website Reach & Audience Engagement

71.8 / 100

Website Security & Technical Compliance

73.3 / 100

AI, Analytics & Automation

71.7 / 100

Cybersecurity & Digital Trust

74 / 100

Digital Infrastructure & Connectivity

72.2 / 100

E-Learning & Online Education

73.4 / 100

digital Learning Ecosystem

72.6 / 100

Smart Campus Innovation & Emerging Technologies

71.5 / 100

Smart Teaching & Learning Technologies

72.9 / 100

Academic Workforce & Qualifications

75.2 / 100

Campus Infrastructure & Geographic Reach

74.3 / 100

Institutional Maturity & Stability

75 / 100

Program & Degree Portfolio

74.8 / 100

Student Population & Academic Scale

75.5 / 100

Academic Experience Feedback

77.2 / 100

Campus Life & Student Engagement

77.5 / 100

Retention & Student Continuity

75.9 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Survey Results

78.7 / 100

Student Support & Responsiveness

76.9 / 100

Student Voice & Complaint Resolution

76.3 / 100

Cardiff Metropolitan University Historical Rankings

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Historical ranking data for Cardiff Metropolitan University

Historical ranking records available in the UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive
Year Overall Score Global Rank
2011 NA #2247
2012 NA #2359
2013 NA #2211
2014 NA #2243
2015 NA #2133
2016 NA #1901
2017 NA #1939
2018 NA #1939
2019 NA #2150
2020 NA #2141
2021 NA #2259
2022 NA #1879
2023 73 #1307
2024 72.87 #1307
2025 73.39 #1287
2026 73.39 #1287
2027 75.58 #1328

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