PGP

Business, Social Sciences and Humanities (Pre-Masters leading to Sustainability, Planning and Environmental Policy MSc)

Learn more about studying Business, Social Sciences and Humanities (Pre-Masters leading to Sustainability, Planning and Environmental Policy MSc) as an international student.

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Key facts

  • Program
    Postgraduate pathway
  • Duration
    1 year
  • Program
    On campus
  • Pace
    Full-time
  • Annual tuition fee
    20,250GBP
  • Start date
    Jan, Sep, Nov
  • University ranking
    #181

Program overview

What Cardiff University says about their program:

Explore the wide-reaching impact of business or gain fascinating insights into human society and culture.

Business is vital to everyday life, from shopping online to multinational banking. It is an exciting and constantly evolving subject with excellent job prospects. Social sciences studies individuals, societies, and the interactions between both. Humanities centres on the the successes and failures of the human race: our language, literature, the arts, history and more.

The Pre-Master's programme is an opportunity for you to gain more knowledge of your subject as well as practising your English and study skills. After this, you will be ready to make a confident start to your Master's programme at Cardiff University.

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Admission requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

  • Completion of high school/ secondary education

Postgraduate academic requirements

  • Completion of a bachelor's degree (four or five years) in a suitable subject from a recognised university with a minimum grade of Second Class Honours Lower Division (2

    2) or equivalent.

English proficiency

English proficiency is required; accepted tests include IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent.

English proficiency waivers

Documents required

  • Passport
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Degree certificate or diploma
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Statement of purpose or personal statement
  • Recommendation letters
  • Finance proof
  • Translations
  • Credential evaluations
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Fees and funding

Tuition fees are payable to Cardiff University for each year of your course, with specific costs outlined for international students. Cardiff University provides a Welsh Government tuition fee subsidy that significantly reduces the amount students need to pay annually.

Fee information

International Foundation Year

  • Arts, Humanities, Law and Social Sciences

    £21,250 per year

  • Business, Economics, Accounting and Finance

    £22,250 per year

  • Engineering, Physical Sciences and Architecture

    £23,250 per year

  • Health, Medical and Life Sciences

    £23,900 per year

Accelerated International Foundation Year

  • Business, Economics, Accounting and Finance

    £19,500 per year

  • Engineering, Physical Science and Computer Science

    £19,900 per year

International Year One

  • Accounting and Finance

    £21,500 per year

  • Business Management

    £21,900 per year

  • Engineering

    £22,250 per year

  • International Relations

    £21,900 per year

  • Law

    £22,750 per year

Pre-Master's

  • Business, Social Sciences and Humanities

    £20,250 per year

  • Science and Computing

    £22,250 per year

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What is the cost of living near Cardiff University?

Category Cost  (in British Pound Sterling)
Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre£905
Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre£797
Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse)£146
Internet (60 Mbps unlimited)£34
Mobile phone plan (data + calls)£13Range: £9 to £30· UK average
Monthly public transport pass£60
Monthly grocery basket£142
Coffee shop drink£3
Cinema or cultural event ticket£8
Gym membership£33

Indicative monthly costs per person.

Data sourced from livingcost.org (Crowdsourced) and numbeo.com (Crowdsourced).

Visa requirements for Cardiff University

Navigating the visa process is a crucial step in your study abroad journey. Make sure to seek guidance and support to ensure you meet all necessary requirements for your time at Cardiff University.