This course is stage one of an undergraduate degree at Cardiff University for international students, offering guaranteed progression to selected Bachelor's degrees in Engineering, Physical Sciences & Architecture, including BSc Human Geography.
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Location
Cardiff
United Kingdom
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Progression
Cardiff University
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Rankings & Awards
United Kingdom: 29th
Satisfaction: 80%
World: 190th
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Start Dates
Jan, Sep, Nov
2 Semesters
Next start date: 22 Sep 2025
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Course Fees
From £23,250
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Visa Considerations
UKVI English Test Required
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Course Provider
Cardiff University International Study Centre
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Why Choose This Course?
- Guaranteed entry to an undergraduate degree at Cardiff University after only one year.
- Study at a World class university that ranks consistently well in both UK and global league tables.
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A member of the prestigious Russell Group and a leading research university, ranked 5th in the UK for the quality of its research (Research Excellence Framework 2014).
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Live in the vibrant city of Cardiff, the capital city of Wales. The International Study Centre is located on campus at the university in the centre of Cardiff.
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About This Course
The International Foundation (Engineering, Physical Sciences & Architecture) is the first stage of a Bachelor's degree at Cardiff University for international students who have completed Year 11 or 12 at high school in their own country1.
During this course, you will study a combination of academic modules, English language and study skills. You will study in small classes alongside other international students, with additional support to help you adjust to student life in the UK.
On successful completion of this programme, you can progress to the first year of selected Bachelor's degrees in Engineering, Physical Sciences & Architecture, including BSc Human Geography.
Progression is guaranteed for students who achieve the module scores required for their chosen progression degree.
Admission Requirements
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Academic
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Completion of high school with good grades, equivalent to 5 IGCSE grades A* - C in relevant subjects (excluding native language).
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English
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UKVI IELTS 5.0 (5.0 in writing, 4.0 other skills) or equivalent UKVI English test for most progression degrees. UKVI IELTS 6.0 (6.0 writing, 5.5 other skills) for Journalism, Media, Law, Politics and Communications degrees.
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Minimum Age
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Minimum age 17 years (at start of course).
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*Students who do not meet the English requirements can study
an extended study plan with additional English tuition. The following options
are available:
10 weeks Online English + Foundation Year Starting May, Aug: UKVI IELTS 4.5 (4.5 Writing, 4.0 all other skills).
Start Dates And Progression
| Start Date |
End Date |
Progression |
| Sep 2025 |
Jun 2026 |
Sep 2026 |
| Nov 2025 |
Aug 2026 |
Sep 2026 |
| Jan 2026 |
Aug 2026 |
Sep 2026 |
Progression Options
On successful completion of this course, you are guaranteed progression to one of the following undergraduate programmes at Cardiff University.
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BEng Architectural Engineering
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BEng Civil & Environmental Engineering
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BEng Civil Engineering
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BEng Electrical & Electronic Engineering
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BEng Integrated Engineering
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BEng Mechanical Engineering
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BEng Medical Engineering
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BSc Applied Software Engineering
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BSc Chemistry
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BSc Computer Science
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BSc Computer Science & Security & Forensics
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BSc Environmental Sustainability Science
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BSc Human Geography
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BSc Human Geography & Planning
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BSc Mathematics Operational Research & Statistics
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BSc Medicinal Chemistry
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BSc Physics & Medical Physics
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BSc Urban Planning & Development
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BSc\MArch Architecture
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BSc\MPhys Astrophysics
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BSc\MPhys Physics
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BSc\MSci Environmental Geography
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BSc\MSci Environmental Geoscience
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BSc\MSci Exploration Geology
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BSc\MSci Geology
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BSc\MSci Marine Geography
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BSc\MSci Physical Geography
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MMath Mathematics
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MPhys Physics & Astronomy
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