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Access to Higher Education
Cardiff University International Study Centre
Full Time
JAN
1 year
Select a course option
Access to Higher Education
Cardiff University International Study Centre
Full Time
JAN
1 year
Select a subject
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:
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).
Students living in
England
£19,250 per year
Students from England
This is the fee you pay if you live within England. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.
£19,250 per year
Students from Scotland
This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.
£19,250 per year
Students from Wales
This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.
£19,250 per year
Students from Northern Ireland
This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.
£19,250 per year
Students from International
This is the fee you pay if you are an International student. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.
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