Cardiff University International Study Centre
The International Study Centre is located in the heart of the University campus (Student Union Building)
Progression to your degree
Why choose the International Study Centre?
Students who successfully complete their pathway programme and achieve the required grades will progress to study at Cardiff University.
Cardiff University International Study Centre is a welcoming new home where you can make friends, practise your English, and adjust to life in Wales and UK.
Our programmes are designed specifically for international students, in conjunction with Cardiff University.
Experienced staff are always available to help you with anything you need, both inside and outside of your academic studies.
Our programmes are designed and tailored for international students to familiarise them with the teaching style at Cardiff University
Undergraduate programmes
The International Foundation Year is a route to an undergraduate degree at Cardiff University. Choose from a number of subject routes while practising your English, and prepare to make a confident start to your degree.
Postgraduate programmes
Our Pre-Master's programme helps students get ready for postgraduate study at Cardiff University, with a combination of English language tuition and content from their chosen subject route.
International Foundation Year
Four routes to choose from:
Arts, Humanities, Law and Social Sciences
Business, Economics, Accounting and Finance
Engineering, Physical Sciences and Architecture
Health, Medical and Life Sciences
A selection of the undergraduate degrees available:
BA English Literature
BA Journalism, Media and English Literature
BA Philosophy
BSc Econ Politics
BSc Econ International Relations
LLB Law
BMus Music
BSc Psychology
BSc Accounting
BSc Econ Business Economics
BSc Business Management
BSc Econ Economics
BSc Financial Mathematics
BSc Architecture
BSc Computer Science
BSc Marine Geography
BSc Urban Planning and Development
BEng Civil and Environmental Engineering
BEng Medical Engineering
BSc Astrophysics
BSc Biological Sciences (Zoology)
BSc Neuroscience
BSc Chemistry
MBBCh Medicine
BSc Optometry
MPharm Pharmacy
BDS Dental Surgery
Health, Medical and Life Sciences
Academic entry requirements: Medicine and Dental Surgery degrees require Chemistry and two other sciences for entry. All other degree aims require one science from Biology, Chemistry or a combined science.
English entry requirements: For the degree aim of Medicine, Dental Surgery, Medical Pharmacology, Optometry and Pharmacy, the requirement is Academic IELTS for UKVI or equivalent level 6.0 with a minimum of 6.0 in writing and no other skill lower than 5.5).
For the following degree aims, a competitive selection process will apply: Medicine, Dental Surgery, Medical Pharmacology, Optometry and Pharmacy.
Students who are unsuccessful following the selection process can opt for an alternative degree on Life Sciences route, providing they achieve the required grades.
Pre-Master’s
Two routes to choose from:
Business, Social Sciences and Humanities
Computer Science
Business, Social Sciences and Humanities
For Forensic Linguistics and Applied Linguistics – First degree or diploma in English Language or Linguistics
For Education, Social and Public Policy and Social Science – First degree or diploma in relevant subject area
Journalism related degrees – First degree or diploma in related arts, humanities or social science disciplines
Computer Science
For Computing and Computing and IT Management – First degree or diploma in any discipline other than Computing
For Software Engineering – First degree or diploma in either a STEM subject with evidence of programming or non-STEM with evidence of suitable programming experience.
Postgraduate degrees available
MSc Business Management
MSc Business Strategy and Entrepreneurship
MSc Marketing
MA Forensic Linguistics
MA Applied Linguistics
MA Journalism, Media and Communications
MA International Journalism
MA Political Communication
MA Digital Documentaries
MA Digital Media and Society
MA International Public Relations and Global Communications Management
MA Cultural and Creative Industries
MSc Education
MSc Social and Public Policy
MSc Social Science
MSc Global Cultures
MA Translation
MA Eco-Cities
MSc Environment and Development
MSc International Planning and Development
MSc Transport and Planning
MSc Sustainability, Planning and Environmental Policy
MSc Spatial Planning and Development
MSc Computing
MSc Computing and IT Management
MSc Software Engineering
Prepare for Success
What is Prepare for Success?
Prepare for Success is the start of your academic journey. Confirm your place with us and you'll benefit from up to 100 hours of online learning designed to give you the competitive edge to succeed in your academic programme.
These in-depth sessions will introduce you to new study structures, academic skills, enrichment activities, and personal learning outcomes needed to succeed on your academic adventure.
You’ll benefit from:
A welcoming international community where you can meet fellow students
The confidence to become an independent and effective learner
A supportive space to practice your English and interactive with other students
Access to high-quality academic content and English language materials
Life in Cardiff
Your student experience
We recognise that the social aspect of student life is very important to you whether you are coming to Cardiff or starting virtually from home.
That’s why we provide a comprehensive Induction Week programme, which includes fun-filled and inspiring events to help you settle in and meet other students.
During your time with us you’ll have plenty of opportunities to join clubs and societies – with many virtually - where you can meet people who share a common interest.
Accommodation
16 different residences close to campus
Most of the accommodation is within easy walking distance of the university campus and city centre.
70% en-suite bedrooms
Catered and self-catering
Single-sex and mixed-gender
Social and sporting facilities
24 hour security
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