International Foundation Year in Arts, Humanities, Law and Social Sciences
Cardiff University - ISC - Study Group UK
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Cardiff University International Study Centre

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1 year

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The International Foundation Year prepares you for university with English language and study skills practice, as well as subject-specific teaching. When you complete the programme, you will progress to the first year of your undergraduate degree. This pathway allows you to progress to degrees in subjects including English, Journalism, History, Politics and many more. You choose a route depending on which undergraduate degree you plan to study. There are three routes: Law, Arts and Humanities ...Read more

The International Foundation Year prepares you for university with English language and study skills practice, as well as subject-specific teaching. When you complete the programme, you will progress to the first year of your undergraduate degree. This pathway allows you to progress to degrees in subjects including English, Journalism, History, Politics and many more. You choose a route depending on which undergraduate degree you plan to study. There are three routes: Law, Arts and Humanities and Social Science. Which route you choose impacts the modules you will study.

Study the world around you

The International Foundation Year prepares you for your chosen undergraduate degree. At the International Study Centre, you will have support as you adjust to life in the UK, with academic and English language preparation to help you when you progress to Cardiff University.

Progress to your degree

After completing your International Foundation Year and achieving the necessary grades, you can transition to your chosen undergraduate degree. By completing this pathway, you will be able to progress to the following degrees:

  • Ancient History BA (Hons)
  • Archaeology and Ancient History BA (Hons)
  • Archaeology and Medieval History BA (Hons)
  • Archaeology BA (Hons)

Modules

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Entry requirements

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

24 Grades / Points required

IB first year: 24 points or IB Certificate/Diploma 24 points, 1 Year transcripts also accepted. Given Grades may vary based on the equivalency of your specific qualifications. For applicants whose first language is not English, we accept the English language test like IELTS (Academic IELTS for UKVI 5.0 (minimum 5.0 in writing with no other skill below 4.0), Academic IELTS for UKVI 5.5 (minimum 5.0 in all skills) is required for students aiming to progress to Optometry, 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, Journalism and Communications; Journalism, Communications and Politics; Media and Communications, or Media, Journalism and Culture).

Tuition fees

Students living in

England

£19,250 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from England

This is the fee you pay if you live within England. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

This is the fee you pay if you live within England. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£19,250 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Scotland

This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£19,250 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Wales

This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£19,250 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Northern Ireland

This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£19,250 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from International

This is the fee you pay if you are an International student. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

This is the fee you pay if you are an International student. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

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Cardiff University - ISC - Study Group UK
2-4, Park Grove Cardiff CF10 3BN United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Cathays  0.1 miles away
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