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British Guardianship at Cardiff University
Nominated Guardian for Cardiff University. University guardianship programme for international students.
Are you looking for a Nominated Guardian for Cardiff University? International students under the age of 18 are required to have an Accredited UK Guardianship in place when enrolling at a UK university. Once your application is accepted and you are enrolled at Cardiff University, British Guardianship can provide a fully accredited university guardianship service, including a dedicated local coordinator who can visit your child, attend parents' evenings on your behalf, maintain regular contact throughout your guardianship programme, and assist with any additional requests you may have.
Guardianship Fees
Our UK university guardianship services for Cardiff University start from £250 per term.
Dedicated Guardianship Manager
As soon as your application is received, a dedicated member of our guardianship team becomes your main contact, managing every aspect of your nominated guardian arrangements.
Our Services
UK University Guardianship
An accredited nominated guardian for international students who start at Cardiff University before turning 18. Your child has a dedicated local coordinator and 24-hour emergency support, and you receive regular updates until your child turns 18. Prices from £250 per term.
Learn More →University Overview
Cardiff University was founded in 1883 as the University College of South Wales and Monmouthshire and became an independent university in 2005. It is the only Welsh member of the Russell Group of research-intensive universities.
The university is located in Cardiff, the capital of Wales. Its main campus is centred on Cathays Park, an area of civic buildings close to the city centre, while medicine, dentistry and healthcare are taught at the Heath Park campus alongside the University Hospital of Wales. The university is undertaking a major investment programme to modernise its campus. The university has around 31,000 students. Teaching and research are organised into three colleges: Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences; Biomedical and Life Sciences; and Physical Sciences and Engineering, each containing a number of academic schools. Cardiff has a strong research reputation, with 90 per cent of its research rated world leading or internationally excellent in the most recent national assessment, and Nobel laureates among its academic staff. Recognised strengths include medicine and health sciences, journalism, architecture and engineering. Its Students' Union is consistently regarded as one of the best in the UK.
Information for International Students
Cardiff University has a large international community and provides dedicated international advisers who support applicants with academic and Student visa applications. The Centre for Student Life offers ongoing support after arrival, and careers guidance is available for international students, including information on the Graduate Route. The standard English language requirement is IELTS Academic 6.5 overall with at least 5.5 in each component, although some courses require higher scores.
The university runs its own pre-sessional English courses, lasting from 6 to 20 weeks and open to offer holders with IELTS Academic 5.0 or above; successful completion removes the need to retake IELTS. Pathway programmes are delivered by the Cardiff University International Study Centre, in partnership with Study Group, which is located at the centre of the campus. Routes include an International Foundation Year, an accelerated foundation option, International Year One in several subjects and a Pre-Master's programme, with guaranteed progression for students who achieve the required grades. The university also recognises the NCUK International Foundation Year.
First-year undergraduates and international postgraduate students starting in September are guaranteed a place in university accommodation, provided they meet the application deadlines. The residences have staff support and security around the clock.
Intake Information
Intake information is provided as a general guide. Start dates vary between universities and courses, and not every course is offered at every intake. Please follow the UCAS deadlines for undergraduate applications and check the latest dates on the official Cardiff University website.
Frequently Asked Questions
UK universities typically require international students who are under 18 when they enrol to have a UK-based nominated guardian in place. The guardian acts on behalf of the parents while the student is a minor, serving as the university's point of contact in an emergency, supporting the student's welfare and providing a trusted adult close by. British Guardianship provides this as a fully accredited university guardianship service.
We have guardians available and ready to be assigned. The overall timeframe depends on how quickly the required paperwork is completed and communication with Cardiff University is finalised. As every case is different, timelines can vary, but we aim to make the process as smooth and efficient as possible.
Our UK university guardianship services for Cardiff University start from £250 per term. We also offer premium and bespoke packages, and with our flexible guardianship services you only pay for the services you need. Full details are on our guardianship fees page.
No. Once your child turns 18, the nominated guardian requirement no longer applies and guardianship services are no longer needed. This is why our university guardianship is priced per term, so you only pay until your child's 18th birthday.
A UK student guardian must be a responsible adult, usually aged 25 or over, who lives permanently in the UK, speaks fluent English and is close enough to respond quickly in an emergency. The guardian must be contactable 24 hours a day, act as the university's emergency contact until the student turns 18, and hold an Enhanced DBS check where they or their household host the student. Cardiff University may also ask for the guardian's details at enrolment and set additional requirements of its own. As an AEGIS-accredited guardianship provider, British Guardianship meets these requirements on your behalf, with vetted guardians, Enhanced DBS checked host families and 24-hour emergency support.
Disclaimer: Logo, images and videos are shown courtesy of Cardiff University and remain the property of their respective owners. British Guardianship is an independent AEGIS-accredited guardianship provider and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Cardiff University. University information is provided as a general guide; please refer to the official Cardiff University website for the latest university information and details.
