As the new academic year settles into its rhythm, one of the most important journeys of all gets under way: the road to university. At St Andrew’s College Cambridge, helping students win places at leading universities is at the very heart of what we do, and our bespoke UCAS programme is now in full swing.
A personal approach to UCAS
Applying to university in the UK can feel daunting, especially for international students navigating the UCAS system for the first time. That is why our support is thorough, expert and, above all, personal. Every student is different, with their own ambitions, strengths and dream courses, so we tailor our guidance to each individual rather than taking a one-size-fits-all approach.
From choosing the right universities and courses to writing a compelling personal statement and preparing for admissions tests and interviews, our university preparation team is with each student every step of the way. It is guidance built around the student, designed to give every young person the very best chance of success.
Aiming high: Oxbridge, medicine and law
For students with the highest ambitions, we offer specialist support for the most competitive universities and courses. Applying to Oxford or Cambridge, or for medicine, dentistry, veterinary science or law, demands early preparation and expert guidance, and that is exactly what we provide.
Our Oxbridge and medicine support includes help with admissions tests, interview practice and super-curricular enrichment, all designed to help ambitious students stand out. With the 15 October UCAS deadline for these courses approaching, this preparation begins in earnest at the start of the year.
Support built for international students
As an international college, we understand the particular challenges and opportunities that overseas students face when applying to UK universities. We help students showcase their unique perspectives and achievements, navigate the practicalities of applying from abroad, and present themselves with confidence. We also keep families and agents informed throughout, so that everyone involved in a student’s journey stays reassured and up to date.
The results speak for themselves. Each year our students progress to an impressive range of universities, and you can see where they go on our university destinations page. Behind every one of those destinations is a carefully supported application and a student who was helped to aim high.
More than an application
Getting into a great university is about far more than filling in a form. It is about becoming the kind of curious, capable and independent learner that top universities want. Throughout their time with us, our students develop exactly these qualities, through excellent teaching, enrichment beyond the classroom, and a culture that encourages them to achieve beyond limits.
That is why our university preparation is woven through everything we do, from the classroom to our wider enrichment programme, rather than treated as an afterthought. By the time our students submit their applications, they are ready not just to be accepted, but to thrive.
Start your own road to university
For our students, the road to university begins now, and we could not be more excited to walk it with them. Whether the goal is Oxbridge, a Russell Group university or a top course anywhere in the world, our job is to help every student get there.
If you are an ambitious student, or the parent or agent of one, and you want a college that will take your university goals as seriously as you do, we would love to talk. Explore our university preparation programme and contact us to find out how St Andrew’s can help you reach your dream university.