Cardiff Academy Courses

Cardiff Academy offer a variety of courses for various levels of Education. Please use the links below to find out more about each course.

If it’s your ambition to go to university in the UK, then you should consider taking your A-Levels first. Although UK universities do accept other entrance qualifications, the admissions system is geared towards these in particular.

While A-levels are important for admission to university, they also provide advantages later in life since A-Levels are widely recognised by employers around the world. A strong set of A-level results, combined with your degree, will help you stand out from other candidates. This is a great way to demonstrate consistent performance and your ability to meet international standards of excellence.

Given these benefits, it’s not surprising that A-levels are not only the best way to make the transition from school to university, but are the best way to prepare yourself for a bright and successful future.

AS and A-level subject list

  • Biology
  • Business Studies
  • Chemistry
  • Economics
  • English Literature
  • French
  • Further Mathematics
  • Government & Politics
  • History
  • Law
  • Mathematics
  • Physics
  • Psychology
  • Sociology

Key points

  • Small class sizes with an average of ten students per class
  • Expert teaching from subject specialists, most of whom are also examiners
  • High degree of individual academic and pastoral support
  • Regular exam-based testing and feedback
  • Flexible subject combinations
  • Expert, up-to-date university admissions (UCAS) advice

For further information regarding A-level courses, to request a prospectus or to arrange an appointment, please contact us by phone or e-mail.

1. They are the UK’s gold standard for university entry
If it’s your ambition to go to university in the UK, then you should consider taking your A-levels first. Although UK universities do accept other entrance qualifications, the admissions system is geared towards A-levels. With the relevant A-levels under your belt, you do not have to take foundation courses – you can go straight to your degree.

2. They help prepare you for university in the UK
One of the reasons many students study their A-levels in the UK is because it’s the best way to prepare for university. They are a great introduction to the study habits required by UK universities because they have been designed specifically to prepare students for further education.

3. They are the best route into top universities
A-levels are the preferred entry qualification for many top universities and the best route for students with an excellent academic record who hope to study at some of the UK’s top universities, such as Oxford or Cambridge Universities. Taking A-levels demonstrates your commitment to securing a place at a UK university.

4. They are widely recognised internationally
Because the A-level standard is widely recognised by prestigious institutions not just within the UK but around the world, it is a great choice if you want to choose from the widest range of options later on in life. Many other qualifications have to be topped up, but A-levels generally let you skip that stage and streamline the admissions process.

5. They allow you to specialise
While many other university entrance qualifications focus on a broad education, A-levels allow you to focus on specific subjects that relate to the course you want to study at university. Colleges that offer A-levels for international students often focus on subjects such as Business, Mathematics and Sciences as well as core humanities subjects, including English and History.

6. They help improve your English skills
Students who study for A-levels in the UK before starting their degree programme gain a key advantage – superior English language skills. In addition, A-levels don’t just prepare you for university. In the nurturing environment at Cardiff Academy, academic study is complemented with enrichment programmes to ensure you get the most from the experience.

7. Employers prefer A-levels
While A-levels are important for admission to university, they also provide advantages later on. A-level qualifications are widely recognised by employers around the world. A strong set of A-level results, combined with your degree, will help you stand out from other candidates. This is a great way to demonstrate consistent performance and your ability to meet international standards of excellence.
Given these benefits, it’s not surprising that A-levels are not only the best way to make the transition from school to university, but are the best way to prepare yourself for a bright and successful future.

Key facts

  • Age: 16+
  • Course Length: 18 to 24 Months
  • Course Start: September or January

Most foundation programmes offer you very limited choices, often to just one university. Cardiff Academy’s International Foundation Year gives students access to a wide range of universities and degree courses worldwide.

Our programmes also include a specialist English for Academic Purposes module designed to provide the language and study skills that will give students a head start on their undergraduate degrees in the UK.

Cardiff Academy offers outstanding academic and social facilities, giving students access to a stimulating and safe learning environment. All of our staff are fully qualified and are experts in their field.

Pathways Offered

  • Business Studies 
  • Engineering 
  • Humanities  
  • Science 
  • Medicine 

Key points

  • The English for Academic Purposes (EAP) core module prepares you for studying an undergraduate degree in the UK
  • Additional modules are taken alongside EAP, which are flexible and allow you to specialise further
  • Small class sizes with an average of ten students per class
  • Expert teaching from subject specialists
  • High degree of individual academic and pastoral support
  • Regular exam-based testing and feedback

Key facts

  • Age: 17+
  • Course Length: 1 academic year
  • English level: IELTS 5.5 or equivalent
  • Academic entry requirements: Completion of 12 years of schooling (or local equivalent to meet the same standard) with good grades

Your best possible start Most foundation programmes offer you very limited choices, often to just one university. Cardiff Academy gives students access to a wide range of universities and degree courses worldwide. Programmes also include a specialist English for Academic Purposes module designed to provide the language and study skills that will give students a head start on their undergraduate degrees in the UK.

Cardiff Academy offers outstanding academic and social facilities, giving students access to a stimulating and safe learning environment. All of our staff are fully qualified and are experts in their field. Excellent university progression 

Our Pre-Master’s courses prepare you for success for postgraduate degree courses in the UK. The courses are designed to prepare students for the high level of English comprehension and academic writing skills required for completion of a postgraduate course.

Alongside the English language preparation, you will also study subject-specific material relevant to your postgraduate course. Further information about the pathways on offer can be found here.

Pathways Offered

  • Business Studies
  • Engineering
  • Humanities
  • Science
  • Life Sciences
  • Pharmacy 
  • Law & Management

Key points

  • Small class sizes with an average of ten students per class
  • Expert teaching from subject specialists, most of whom are also examiners
  • High degree of individual academic and pastoral support
  • Regular exam-based testing and feedback
  • Flexible subject combinations
  • Expert, up-to-date university admissions (UCAS) advice

For further information regarding Foundation Year, to request a prospectus or to arrange an appointment, please contact us by phone or e-mail.

Key facts

  • Age: 21+
  • Course Length: 10 weeks and 20 weeks options available
  • English level: IELTS 5.5 or equivalent
  • Minimum Academic entry requirements:
    Students should normally have completed a qualification equivalent to a UK Bachelors’ degree at a recognized university, in a subject relevant to their intended progression route. Students must complete a full Bachelors’s degree (note that the normal length of study for a Bachelors’s degree differs between countries). 3-year Diploma holders from some countries e.g. China may be accepted to PMP Route A (note that such students may have limited progression).

     

    Progression from the PMP to higher-ranked owner universities is largely dependent on the subject and awarding university of the student’s Bachelor’s degree.

    Students in the final year of a recognized Bachelors’s degree course may undertake PMP Route A, B, or C in parallel with their university studies.

Who is the Master’s Preparation programme for?

  • Anyone wanting to upgrade their English language level ahead of a postgraduate degree programme
  • Those wanting to ensure they have the academic skills necessary for successful postgraduate study in English
  • Anyone wanting to improve their career pathway or prospects through skills development and postgraduate study
  • Employers/sponsors looking to upskill their workforce through postgraduate study and want a one-stop solution with academic and language preparation and the application processes

Advantages of the Master’s Preparation programme:

  • Guaranteed progression to thousands of Masters Degrees at leading universities. Takes the worry away about whether you will get a place
  • A unique one-stop application service. Reduces the stress of applying to each university separately and trying to find the right point of contact
  • The research skills and the English language knowledge and ability you will need to succeed on a PG qualification. Ensures you not only get in but you’re ready to get on with your studies – some of our students say they were better prepared than UK students

Our English Language Preparation Programme is a fast and effective programme that focuses on improving your reading, writing, listening and speaking skills to the level required for many educational pathways.

Completion of this course enables you to join our A-Level or Foundation Programme, as an alternative to the IELTS requirements.

Course Structure

  • Choose between one and three terms before joining your academic programme
  • Receive 25 hours of teaching per week
  • You’ll also receive exam preparation and skill classes

Key points

  • Small class sizes with an average of ten students per class
  • Expert teaching from subject specialists, most of whom are also examiners
  • High degree of individual academic
  • Regular exam-based testing and feedback

1. English Language Preparation
Our English Language Preparation Programme is a fast and effective programme that focuses on improving your reading, writing, listening and speaking skills, enabling you to join our A-Level, Foundation or Undergraduate Year 1.

2. Taught by specialists
We have a long history of teaching students for whom English is a second or third language. We have designed our English Language Preparation Programme specifically for international students, to equip you with the communication skills and confidence you need to succeed during your studies at Cardiff Academy.

Our expert staff have helped thousands of students who need extra support with their written and spoken English before progression to our A-Level, Foundation or Undergraduate Year 1 course.

Key facts

  • Age: 15+
  • Course Length: 1, 2 or 3 terms followed by your chosen Cardiff Academy programme
  • 25 hours per week
  • Course Start: January, April, June, September and October

If it’s your ambition to go to university in the UK, then you should consider taking your A-Levels first. Although UK universities do accept other entrance qualifications, the admissions system is geared towards these in particular.

While A-levels are important for admission to university, they also provide advantages later in life since A-Levels are widely recognised by employers around the world. A strong set of A-level results, combined with your degree, will help you stand out from other candidates. This is a great way to demonstrate consistent performance and your ability to meet international standards of excellence.

Given these benefits, it’s not surprising that A-levels are not only the best way to make the transition from school to university, but are the best way to prepare yourself for a bright and successful future.

AS and A-level subject list

  • Biology
  • Business Studies
  • Chemistry
  • Economics
  • English Literature
  • French
  • Further Mathematics
  • Government & Politics
  • History
  • Law
  • Mathematics
  • Physics
  • Psychology
  • Sociology

Key points

  • Small class sizes with an average of ten students per class
  • Expert teaching from subject specialists, most of whom are also examiners
  • High degree of individual academic and pastoral support
  • Regular exam-based testing and feedback
  • Flexible subject combinations
  • Expert, up-to-date university admissions (UCAS) advice

For further information regarding A-level courses, to request a prospectus or to arrange an appointment, please contact us by phone or e-mail.

1. They are the UK’s gold standard for university entry
If it’s your ambition to go to university in the UK, then you should consider taking your A-levels first. Although UK universities do accept other entrance qualifications, the admissions system is geared towards A-levels. With the relevant A-levels under your belt, you do not have to take foundation courses – you can go straight to your degree.

2. They help prepare you for university in the UK
One of the reasons many students study their A-levels in the UK is because it’s the best way to prepare for university. They are a great introduction to the study habits required by UK universities because they have been designed specifically to prepare students for further education.

3. They are the best route into top universities
A-levels are the preferred entry qualification for many top universities and the best route for students with an excellent academic record who hope to study at some of the UK’s top universities, such as Oxford or Cambridge Universities. Taking A-levels demonstrates your commitment to securing a place at a UK university.

4. They are widely recognised internationally
Because the A-level standard is widely recognised by prestigious institutions not just within the UK but around the world, it is a great choice if you want to choose from the widest range of options later on in life. Many other qualifications have to be topped up, but A-levels generally let you skip that stage and streamline the admissions process.

5. They allow you to specialise
While many other university entrance qualifications focus on a broad education, A-levels allow you to focus on specific subjects that relate to the course you want to study at university. Colleges that offer A-levels for international students often focus on subjects such as Business, Mathematics and Sciences as well as core humanities subjects, including English and History.

6. They help improve your English skills
Students who study for A-levels in the UK before starting their degree programme gain a key advantage – superior English language skills. In addition, A-levels don’t just prepare you for university. In the nurturing environment at Cardiff Academy, academic study is complemented with enrichment programmes to ensure you get the most from the experience.

7. Employers prefer A-levels
While A-levels are important for admission to university, they also provide advantages later on. A-level qualifications are widely recognised by employers around the world. A strong set of A-level results, combined with your degree, will help you stand out from other candidates. This is a great way to demonstrate consistent performance and your ability to meet international standards of excellence.
Given these benefits, it’s not surprising that A-levels are not only the best way to make the transition from school to university, but are the best way to prepare yourself for a bright and successful future.

Key facts

  • Age: 16+
  • Course Length: 18 to 24 Months
  • Course Start: September or January

Most foundation programmes offer you very limited choices, often to just one university. Cardiff Academy’s International Foundation Year gives students access to a wide range of universities and degree courses worldwide.

Our programmes also include a specialist English for Academic Purposes module designed to provide the language and study skills that will give students a head start on their undergraduate degrees in the UK.

Cardiff Academy offers outstanding academic and social facilities, giving students access to a stimulating and safe learning environment. All of our staff are fully qualified and are experts in their field.

Pathways Offered

  • Business Studies 
  • Engineering 
  • Humanities  
  • Science 
  • Medicine 

Key points

  • The English for Academic Purposes (EAP) core module prepares you for studying an undergraduate degree in the UK
  • Additional modules are taken alongside EAP, which are flexible and allow you to specialise further
  • Small class sizes with an average of ten students per class
  • Expert teaching from subject specialists
  • High degree of individual academic and pastoral support
  • Regular exam-based testing and feedback

Key facts

  • Age: 17+
  • Course Length: 1 academic year
  • English level: IELTS 5.5 or equivalent
  • Academic entry requirements: Completion of 12 years of schooling (or local equivalent to meet the same standard) with good grades

Your best possible start Most foundation programmes offer you very limited choices, often to just one university. Cardiff Academy gives students access to a wide range of universities and degree courses worldwide. Programmes also include a specialist English for Academic Purposes module designed to provide the language and study skills that will give students a head start on their undergraduate degrees in the UK.

Cardiff Academy offers outstanding academic and social facilities, giving students access to a stimulating and safe learning environment. All of our staff are fully qualified and are experts in their field. Excellent university progression 

Our Pre-Master’s courses prepare you for success for postgraduate degree courses in the UK. The courses are designed to prepare students for the high level of English comprehension and academic writing skills required for completion of a postgraduate course.

Alongside the English language preparation, you will also study subject-specific material relevant to your postgraduate course. Further information about the pathways on offer can be found here.

Pathways Offered

  • Business Studies
  • Engineering
  • Humanities
  • Science
  • Life Sciences
  • Pharmacy 
  • Law & Management

Key points

  • Small class sizes with an average of ten students per class
  • Expert teaching from subject specialists, most of whom are also examiners
  • High degree of individual academic and pastoral support
  • Regular exam-based testing and feedback
  • Flexible subject combinations
  • Expert, up-to-date university admissions (UCAS) advice

For further information regarding Foundation Year, to request a prospectus or to arrange an appointment, please contact us by phone or e-mail.

Key facts

  • Age: 21+
  • Course Length: 10 weeks and 20 weeks options available
  • English level: IELTS 5.5 or equivalent
  • Minimum Academic entry requirements:
    Students should normally have completed a qualification equivalent to a UK Bachelors’ degree at a recognized university, in a subject relevant to their intended progression route. Students must complete a full Bachelors’s degree (note that the normal length of study for a Bachelors’s degree differs between countries). 3-year Diploma holders from some countries e.g. China may be accepted to PMP Route A (note that such students may have limited progression).

     

    Progression from the PMP to higher-ranked owner universities is largely dependent on the subject and awarding university of the student’s Bachelor’s degree.

    Students in the final year of a recognized Bachelors’s degree course may undertake PMP Route A, B, or C in parallel with their university studies.

Who is the Master’s Preparation programme for?

  • Anyone wanting to upgrade their English language level ahead of a postgraduate degree programme
  • Those wanting to ensure they have the academic skills necessary for successful postgraduate study in English
  • Anyone wanting to improve their career pathway or prospects through skills development and postgraduate study
  • Employers/sponsors looking to upskill their workforce through postgraduate study and want a one-stop solution with academic and language preparation and the application processes

Advantages of the Master’s Preparation programme:

  • Guaranteed progression to thousands of Masters Degrees at leading universities. Takes the worry away about whether you will get a place
  • A unique one-stop application service. Reduces the stress of applying to each university separately and trying to find the right point of contact
  • The research skills and the English language knowledge and ability you will need to succeed on a PG qualification. Ensures you not only get in but you’re ready to get on with your studies – some of our students say they were better prepared than UK students

Our English Language Preparation Programme is a fast and effective programme that focuses on improving your reading, writing, listening and speaking skills to the level required for many educational pathways.

Completion of this course enables you to join our A-Level or Foundation Programme, as an alternative to the IELTS requirements.

Course Structure

  • Choose between one and three terms before joining your academic programme
  • Receive 25 hours of teaching per week
  • You’ll also receive exam preparation and skill classes

Key points

  • Small class sizes with an average of ten students per class
  • Expert teaching from subject specialists, most of whom are also examiners
  • High degree of individual academic
  • Regular exam-based testing and feedback

1. English Language Preparation
Our English Language Preparation Programme is a fast and effective programme that focuses on improving your reading, writing, listening and speaking skills, enabling you to join our A-Level, Foundation or Undergraduate Year 1.

2. Taught by specialists
We have a long history of teaching students for whom English is a second or third language. We have designed our English Language Preparation Programme specifically for international students, to equip you with the communication skills and confidence you need to succeed during your studies at Cardiff Academy.

Our expert staff have helped thousands of students who need extra support with their written and spoken English before progression to our A-Level, Foundation or Undergraduate Year 1 course.

Key facts

  • Age: 15+
  • Course Length: 1, 2 or 3 terms followed by your chosen Cardiff Academy programme
  • 25 hours per week
  • Course Start: January, April, June, September and October