The International Year One in International Relations builds your subject knowledge, English skills and confidence so that you have the best possible start to your degree.
Once you complete the programme and achieve the required grades, you will enter the second year of a degree at Cardiff University.
Why study international relations or politics at Cardiff University?
Studying at the School of Politics and International Relations, one of the largest departments in the UK, you will be taught by an internationally renowned team who are experts in political theory, public policy and electoral politics, cyber security, feminism, cold war history, environmental politics, security, intelligence studies and postcolonial politics.
Cardiff has links to the Welsh Government, Westminster, G7, the United Nations and NATO, NGOs, policymakers and journalists.
Professional placements are available on the single honours Politics and International Relations degree programmes.
Progress to your degree
After completing your International Year One and achieving the necessary grades, you can transition to your chosen undergraduate degree. Choose from the following degrees:
January 2025
Cardiff University International Study Centre
2-4, Park Grove,
Cardiff,
CF10 3BN, WALES, Wales
Expected November 2025
Cardiff University International Study Centre
2-4, Park Grove,
Cardiff,
CF10 3BN, WALES, Wales
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.