Cardiff contextual offer checker: typical vs contextual offers by course
A contextual offer is a lower grade requirement some universities make to applicants whose circumstances may have affected their grades. Who is eligible varies by university and sometimes by course, so treat this as a guide and confirm with Cardiff University.
Typical offer
AAA
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Contextual offer
AAB
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A simple grade comparison only. Whether you qualify for a contextual offer is decided by the university.
All Cardiff courses with a contextual offer
| Course | Typical offer | Contextual offer | Official page |
|---|---|---|---|
| Architecture (with a year abroad) | AAA | AAB | Entry requirements |
| Astrophysics | AAB | ABB | Entry requirements |
| Exploration Geology (with a year abroad) | ABB | BBB | Entry requirements |
| Financial Mathematics | AAB | BB | Entry requirements |
| Financial Mathematics (with a year abroad) | AAB | BB | Entry requirements |
| Medicine | AAA | BBB | Entry requirements |
| Physical Geography (with a year abroad) | ABB | BBB | Entry requirements |
| Physics (with a placement year) | AAB | ABB | Entry requirements |
Data updated September 2026. Courses without a published contextual offer are not shown.
Frequently asked questions
Who gets a contextual offer at Cardiff?
Criteria vary by university and sometimes by course. Common factors include school performance, local area participation or deprivation data, care experience, and eligibility for free school meals or similar. Cardiff University decides eligibility itself, so check its official page before assuming you qualify.
Is a contextual offer guaranteed?
No. A contextual offer is a lower grade requirement for eligible applicants who also meet the course's other requirements, such as required subjects. It does not guarantee an offer.
Where does this data come from?
Offers are taken from university course pages (data updated September 2026). Courses without a published contextual offer are not listed. Always confirm on the official page.
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