ISC Cardiff University - International Study Centre

✅ 10,000+ students have progressed to Cardiff University degrees through ISC pathways

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁡󠁬󠁥󠁳󠁿 Cardiff ranked #181 globally (QS 2026) — only Russell Group university in Wales

🧠 90% of Cardiff research rated world-leading or internationally excellent (REF 2021); home to CUBRIC brain centre.

🌍 STEM, business, media, and medicine pathways with guaranteed degree progression

🏛️ Cardiff city-centre location with affordable living and strong international student support

🎯 Accelerated and standard foundation options providing flexible entry points

The median fee for an undergraduate degree or diploma at ISC Cardiff University - International Study Centre is approximately GBP 21,900. The median fee for a postgraduate degree or diploma at ISC Cardiff University - International Study Centre is approximately GBP 21,250.

We have not identified any scholarships or discounts available at ISC Cardiff University - International Study Centre for international students. However, we are constantly updating this data from our university partners, so please check back for updates.

ISC Cardiff University - International Study Centre is accredited by the Cardiff University, Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (QAA), and Office for Students.

The employment rate at ISC Cardiff University - International Study Centre is 95% within 6 to 12 months after graduation.

We do not have any courses from ISC Cardiff University - International Study Centre that have mandatory internships or placements in their curriculum. However, you may still be able to get your own internship or job during term breaks.

Cardiff University International Study Centre, delivered by Study Group, provides international students with a comprehensive range of support services including:

• UK Student visa guidance and immigration advice through Study Group's dedicated International Student Services team

• Scholarships and financial support available for eligible students on ISC Cardiff pathway programmes

• Academic English and subject-specific tuition by specialist Study Group tutors to prepare students for Cardiff degree programmes

• Accommodation in Study Group-managed student residences in Cardiff

• Cultural integration and social activities through the ISC student community and Study Group's engagement programme

Some of the rankings of ISC Cardiff University - International Study Centre include:

#181 in the world (QS World University Rankings 2026)

#201-250 in the world (Times Higher Education, World University Rankings 2026)

#22 in the UK (Complete University Guide 2026)

Post-study work permit options at ISC Cardiff University - International Study Centre in the United Kingdom depend on your qualification level: All graduates can work for 18 months after graduation.; PhD graduates can work for 3.0 years after graduation.

Note: If you are a doctor or nurse, or you work in health or adult social care, you may be eligible for the Health and Care Worker visa (lower cost and does not require IHS)

Work permissions for international students at ISC Cardiff University - International Study Centre in United Kingdom depend on your study level:

• For Diploma or certificate courses, students can work up to 10 hours per week during term time and can work full-time per week during breaks.

• For Degree courses, students can work up to 20 hours per week during term time and can work full-time per week during breaks.

No separate work permit is required. Part-time students cannot work. Students can't set up their own business or be self-employed (freelance).