Undergraduate academic requirements
- Completion of high school/ secondary education
Learn more about studying English Language with a Foundation Year as an international student.

What Cardiff University says about their program:
English Language with a Foundation Year is a programme offered at Cardiff University. The programme provides a structured pathway for students who want to study this subject area in a higher education setting.
Delivered as part of the broader academic offering at Cardiff University, English Language with a Foundation Year is designed to support students through a balanced mix of taught content and applied learning. The programme aims to build subject knowledge alongside transferable skills that students can carry into further study or work.
Students enrolled on English Language with a Foundation Year benefit from the wider learning environment at Cardiff University, including the academic support and student services available across the institution. The programme is intended to give a clear, supported route through the chosen field of study.

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

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.
International Foundation Year
£21,250 per year
£22,250 per year
£23,250 per year
£23,900 per year
Accelerated International Foundation Year
£19,500 per year
£19,900 per year
International Year One
£21,500 per year
£21,900 per year
£22,250 per year
£21,900 per year
£22,750 per year
Pre-Master's
£20,250 per year
£22,250 per year

| 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) | £13 |
| Monthly public transport pass | £60 |
| Monthly grocery basket | £142 |
| Books and study supplies (monthly) | £20 |
| Coffee shop drink | £3 |
| Cinema or cultural event ticket | £8 |
| Gym membership | £33 |
Indicative monthly costs per person.
Data sourced from livingcost.org (Crowdsourced), numbeo.com (Crowdsourced) and savethestudent.org (Editorial estimate).
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.