Cardiff University International Study Centre

Cardiff University International Study Centre Entry Requirements

Cardiff University International Study Centre entry requirements differ for undergraduate and postgraduate students. The institute offers comprehensive pathways for international undergraduate and postgraduate students to meet the entry requirements of their chosen degree programs.

 

 

Please note that these are general requirements and specific programs may have different requirements. If you don’t meet the English language requirements for your International Foundation Year or Pre-Master’s programme, you can first join an Online English Programme.

 

Cardiff University International Study Centre Fees

Cardiff University International Study Centre fee structure is different for international students, including International Foundation Year, Accelerated International Foundation, International Year One, and Pre-Master's Programmes.

 

Each fee is customised to prepare students for further study at Cardiff University. The fees for these programmes for the academic year 2024/25 are as follows:

 

 

Additional Costs:

• Confirmation Payment: GBP 1,000 security deposit + GBP 260 administration fee (non-refundable).
• Advance Tuition Fee Payment: GBP 6,000 before applying for CAS.

 

Cardiff University International Study Centre Placement

Cardiff University International Study Centre placement and internship opportunities are aimed at improving the employability and professional experience of its students and recent graduates.

 

• Opportunities include short-term unpaid Insights (maximum 70 hours), paid Internships, and classroom experiences.
• All students are encouraged to explore both paid and unpaid opportunities through the university's Jobs Board.
• The Work Experience Team offers support for any queries related to placements and internships.
• The university maintains partnerships with over 300 institutions and organisations in more than 50 countries worldwide.
• Most degree programmes at Cardiff University offer the option of a professional placement year and/or internship, typically in the third year.
• These placements allow students to gain valuable first-hand experience, enhancing both their academic journey and future employment prospects.

 

Cardiff University International Study Centre English Proficiency Requirements 

Cardiff University International Study Centre recognizes a range of English language assessments and academic credentials for admission purposes The English proficiency requirements for Cardiff University International Study Centre are as follows:

 

For Undergraduate Students

• All undergraduate applicants must demonstrate a standard level of academic English or Welsh language that will enable them to benefit fully from their course of study.
• For most applicants, this can be evidenced using a GCSE in English or Welsh language at grade C/4 or above.
• The university minimum requirement for the English language is a grade C/4 at GCSE or IELTS (Academic) with 6.5 overall and a minimum of 5.5 in each of the subskills.
• For some undergraduate courses, the admissions tutors may ask for higher grades or scores.

 

For Postgraduate Students

• All postgraduate applicants must demonstrate a standard level of academic English or Welsh language that will enable them to benefit fully from their course of study.
• For most applicants, this will be an IELTS (Academic) of 6.5 with a 5.5 in each subskill or a GCSE in English or Welsh language at Grade C/4 or above.
• For some postgraduate courses, the admissions tutors may ask for higher grades or scores.

 

It's important to be aware that besides adhering to the academic language criteria, individuals who need a Student Route visa for their studies in the UK are also required to demonstrate their English proficiency through a recognized English language test, to fulfil the UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) standards.