About this course
Cardiff University offers BSc (Hons) Urban Planning and Development as a 3-year undergraduate Bachelor Degree with Honours programme in Urban planning. Based in Cardiff, the programme is delivered by the university's specialist faculty and welcomes international applicants from across Africa and beyond.
Tuition is £23,700 per year. English-language entry requires IELTS 6.5 overall or TOEFL iBT 90. Intakes run across 2 windows (Autumn (September), 2026 and Autumn 4 (September), 2026).
Scholarships are available to international applicants.
BDM Consult's advisors can guide you through entry requirements, scholarship eligibility, and visa support — from initial application to offer letter.
Entry requirements
A level - ABB-BBC. If you have grade B in a language at A-level you will have access to the languages Upper Elementary pathway. Extended/International Project Qualification: Applicants with grade A in the EPQ/IPQ will typically receive an offer one grade lower than the standard offer. Please note that any subject specific requirements must still be met. IELTS (academic) - At least 6.5 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each subskill. TOEFL iBT - At least 90 overall with a minimum of 17 for writing, 17 for listening, 18 for reading, and 20 for speaking.
Scholarships
Scholarships are available for this course. Speak to a BDM advisor for the latest funding and eligibility details.
Intake dates
- ▸Autumn (September), 2026
- ▸Autumn 4 (September), 2026
Application deadlines differ per intake. Speak to BDM for the latest cut-off dates.
