Our foundation years are integral to most of our undergraduate degrees. They act as a year 0 and after successful completion you can automatically progress to the first year of your chosen degree without reapplying*.
They offer you the chance to strengthen your skills, knowledge and build confidence in the relevant area of study. They are a great choice if you don’t meet the requirements or don’t have the relevant qualification to enter year one of a chosen degree, or if you are returning to learning after a prolonged period of time.
* Conditions apply
01 - 04
A foundation year gives you access to all the opportunities across the entire university experience. You can apply for accommodation, engage in all extra-curricular activities and benefit from the same dedicated support available to all undergraduate students.
Opportunities for exploration
“When I first enrolled in this programme, I knew I wanted to be an engineer, I just didn’t know what kind. I wanted a career that would challenge me, allow me to help people, and give me room to be creative. With the opportunities for exploration provided in the foundation year, I know I’ll find exactly that.”
Payton Melton Foundation Leading to Engineering & Computer Science
01 - 04
An environment in which I thrived
“The foundation year gave me the chance to find out what I was really interested in and wanted to specialise in at degree level. From completing foundation year to now having a degree and master’s under my belt, I can honestly say that Cardiff Met was an environment in which I thrived.”
Jake Stacey Foundation Leading to Marketing
01 - 04
I would recommend the foundation year to anyone
“I would recommend the foundation year to anyone as I found it really helpful. It gave me an insight into how work is expected to be presented, formatted and referenced at university. The lecturers were so supportive too.”
Romey Williamson Foundation Leading to Social Sciences