This course is stage one of an undergraduate degree at Cardiff University for international students, offering guaranteed progression to selected Bachelor's degrees in Arts, Humanities, Law And Social Sciences, including BA Archaeology & Ancient History.
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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 £21,250
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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 (Arts, Humanities, Law and Social Sciences) 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 Arts, Humanities, Law And Social Sciences, including BA Archaeology & Ancient History.
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
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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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BA Ancient History
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BA Archaeology & Ancient History
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BA Archaeology & Medieval History
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BA Chinese
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BA English Language
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BA English Literature
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BA English Literature & Creative Writing
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BA English Literature & History
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BA English Literature & Philosophy
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BA French
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BA German
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BA History
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BA Italian
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BA Journalism & Communications
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BA Journalism Communications & Politics
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BA Journalism Media & English Literature
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BA Media & Communications
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BA Media Journalism & Culture
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BA Modern Languages & Translation
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BA Philosophy
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BA Politics & Philosophy
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BA Portuguese & Spanish
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BA Religion & Theology
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BA Religious Studies & Philosophy
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BA Spanish
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BA Translation
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BA\BMus Music
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BA\BSc Archaeology
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BSc Conservation Of Objects In Museums & Archaeology
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BSc Criminology
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BSc Criminology & Social Policy
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BSc Criminology & Sociology
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BSc Education
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BSc Human & Social Sciences
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BSc Politics & Sociology
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BSc Social Analytics
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BSc Social Science
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BSc Sociology
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BSc Sociology & Education
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BSc Sociology & Social Policy
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LLB Law
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LLB Law & Criminology
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LLB Law & Politics
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