Study at Cardiff | International

Bridge Programme

The Bridge Programme is a full-time English language and study skills course for international students.

It is specifically designed for European and International students who:

• want to improve their IELTS score for university entrance or professional development
• plan to continue their higher education studies at Foundation, Undergraduate or Postgraduate level
• are looking for an intensive English language course with an academic focus
• need to develop their professional English for business and industry

The programme provides each student with the strategies and techniques for improved IELTS performance and the skills and language needed for a smooth transition into academic study or professional life. We aim to develop confident and successful students and professionals for the international market place.

Entry Points

To cater for different student needs and levels the Bridge Programme has entry points in September, January and April.

English language entry guide

• September entry - IELTS 4.0 (with at least 4.0 in each sub score)
• January entry - IELTS 4.5 (with at least 4.0 in each sub score)
• April entry - IELTS 5.5 (with at least 4.0 in each sub score)

If you have any skill area scores below IELTS 4.0 or would like to start in April and want to do a Summer Pre-sessional course please contact elt@cardiff.ac.uk for advice.

If you are interested in coming to the UK on a Student Visitor Visa then please contact elt@cardiff.ac.uk for more information.