International Pathway at Cardiff University

    International Pathway at Cardiff University

    Duration1 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    GBP 28,481 / Year
    Next IntakeSeptember 9, 2026
    International Pathway at Cardiff University

    About

    Programmes on offer at Cardiff International Study Centre

    There are a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes available at Cardiff University International Study Centre.

    Undergraduate

    International Foundation Year

    • Designed for students who need to strengthen their English and academic skills before starting a degree.
    • Offers subject-specific modules and core skill development to support progression.
    • Leads to the first year of an undergraduate degree at Cardiff University upon successful completion.

    Subject routes include:

    • Arts, Humanities, Law & Social Sciences
    • Business, Economics, Accounting & Finance
    • Engineering, Physical Sciences & Architecture
    • Health, Medical & Life Sciences

    Accelerated International Foundation Year

    • A shorter, intensive version of the International Foundation Year.
    • Suitable for students with strong academic and English language backgrounds.
    • Offers the same progression opportunities as the standard programme.

    Subject routes include:

    • Business, Economics, Accounting & Finance
    • Engineering, Physical Science & Computer Science

    International Year One

    • Equivalent to the first year of an undergraduate degree.
    • Ideal for students ready to start university-level study but who would benefit from extra support adjusting to the UK system.
    • Leads directly into the second year of an undergraduate degree at Cardiff University.

    Subject routes include:

    • Accounting & Finance
    • Business Management
    • Engineering
    • International Relations
    • Journalism, Media & Culture
    • Law
    • Psychology

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Saudi ArabiaCompletion of Tawjihiyya or Thanawiyya Al’Aaama (Secondary School Certificate) with a minimum average 70%, including a minimum grade 70% in relevant subjects. Final year first term transcript of certificate accepted.

    English Program Requirements

    English language

    Academic IELTS for UKVI 5.0 (minimum 5.0 in writing with no other skill below 4.0).

    Academic IELTS for UKVI 6.0 (minimum 6.0 in writing, no skill below 5.5) is required for students aiming to progress to Medicine*, Dental Surgery*, Pharmacy and Medical Pharmacology*, Optometry, Journalism and Communications; Journalism, Communications and Politics; Media and Communications, or Media, Journalism and Culture.

    *Please note: IELTS is required to confirm an offer for these progression degrees.

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    28,481 / year
    International Pathway at Cardiff University
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    United Kingdom

    United Kingdom, East Sussex

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