Foundation courses
If you have graduated from the Pakistani 12-year school system, you will be required to successfully complete a one year International Foundation Programme before entering Cardiff University's undergraduate programmes.
You will be required to successfully complete the Pakistan HSC/HSSC/FSC with grades of a 75% average with excellent scores (approximately 75%) in key subject areas and very good scores (70%-75%) in all other areas to qualify for the International Foundation Programme.
Undergraduate courses
Cardiff University usually requires 3 subjects at GCE A-Level. Cardiff University also accepts applications from students who have studied the International Baccalaureate.
We will also consider applications from those holding an undergraduate degree of two, three or four years’ duration from a reputable Pakistani university. As a general guideline, Cardiff University will consider applicants with a CGPA in the region of 3.0 or above, although this will be decided upon by the admissions tutor at the time of application.
Students who have successfully completed a recognised Foundation Programme and will also be considered.
We will also consider students who have studied the US High School education system. Please see our USA pages for further information.
Postgraduate taught courses
Cardiff University will consider applicants who have successfully completed a four year bachelor's (honours) degree from a recognised institution in Pakistan.
We will also consider applicants who have successfully completed a two year master's degree (if this follows on from a two, three or four year bachelor's degree); or a one year master's degree (if this follows on from a three or four year bachelor's degree). Degrees must be from a recognised institution in Pakistan.
As a general guideline, we will consider applicants with a CGPA in the region of 3.0 or above, although this will be decided upon by the admissions tutor at the time of application.
Postgraduate research programmes
There are a number of possible entry routes to postgraduate research programmes.
Applicants who have successfully completed a four year bachelor's (honours) degree with a one or two year master's degree from a recognised institution in Pakistan will be considered
We will also consider applicants who have successfully completed a three year bachelors (honours) degree with a two year master's degree, or a four year bachelors (honours) degree with a one year master's degree. Degrees must be from a recognised institution in Pakistan.
In some cases, Cardiff University will consider applicants who only have a bachelor's degree, although applicants may be required to complete an master's programme at Cardiff University prior to embarking upon PhD studies.
English language
A relevant English language qualification is also required — normally a minimum of 6.5 IELTS or TOEFL 575 (230 CBT), however, this may vary from course to course.
If you are unsure of your qualifications or entry requirements please contact the International Office.
Cardiff University has a designated representative based in the Islamabad Office of Preparation for Life.
The Representative, Sardar Ahmed Gaziani, is there to offer support and guidance throughout the application process. If you wish to apply to the University, please direct your application through Ahmed to ensure that you receive the best and the fastest possible level of service. Ahmed will also be able to answer any questions you may have about life and study at Cardiff.
Please be advised that the contact details of all Pakistani applicants will be sent to the Cardiff University Representative, who will contact each applicant directly in order to ensure that applicants receive the highest level of service.
However, applicants are under no obligation to take up the services of the Cardiff University Representative and are very welcome to apply to the University independently if they wish.
Sardar Ahmed Gaziani
Cardiff University Representative - Pakistan
28 - B. Main Nazim - Uddin Road,
Islamabad, Pakistan.
Tel: +92 (0) 51 2850995
Fax: +92 (0) 51 2851350
Mobile: +92 303 444 6079
Email: pakistan@cf.ac.uk
