St Andrew’s College Cambridge

A-Level Programmes in Cambridge for International Students

Study A-Levels in Cambridge with 1:1 support, flexible entry points from September or January, and clear progression to Russell Group and leading international universities.

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Personal tutor support
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A-Level Programmes in Cambridge for International Students

A-Level Programmes · St. Andrew’s Cambridge

Why study A-Levels at St. Andrew’s?

Small classes. Personal tutors. Cambridge ambition.

At St. Andrew’s, A-Level students study 3–4 subjects in small classes of 6–8, supported by dedicated personal tutors and expert UCAS guidance — all within walking distance of Cambridge University.

 

6 flexible entry routes

Choose from 2-year, 18-month, 2.5-year or 3-year A-Levels, Year 13 Retake, or a One Term Taster — with September, January and April start dates, subject to availability.

 

Cambridge University resources included

Free access to Cambridge University Library, lectures, and the University Sports Centre. After-school tutoring from Cambridge PhD students is built into the timetable.

 

Expert UCAS & university guidance

Full UCAS application support, Oxbridge preparation, US Ivy League guidance, Medicine and UCAT preparation, Law and LNAT preparation, Art and Portfolio support, and integrated IELTS preparation — all included within the St Andrew’s programme at no additional cost.

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St. Andrew’s College Cambridge

A-Level Programmes · Since 1976 · Cambridge

90%+University Progression

Student stories

Hear from A-Level students as they build confidence, find direction, and progress to university.

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A supported route to university
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Belonging, ambition, progress

Enrolment open — September 2026

A-Level Programmes in Cambridge — Flexible entry from September, January and April

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Choose Your A-Level Pathway

St. Andrew's offers six flexible routes to A-Level completion — with September and January start dates to suit your student's current stage and timeline.

September Entry
2-Year A-Level

The standard international route to a UK university

Study 3–4 A-Level subjects over two years
UCAS application support from Year 1
Suitable for students aged 15–17 on entry

Starts: September

Entry: GCSE-equivalent grades required

January Entry
18-Month A-Level

Accelerated route for mid-year starters

Intensive pace — ideal for focused students
January start, exams in June of second year
Suitable for students aged 16–17

Starts: January

Entry: Strong GCSE-equivalent background

January Entry
2.5-Year A-Level

More preparation time, January start

Extra half-year to build confidence pre-A-Level
Includes a Pre A-Level preparation period
Suitable for students aged 15–16

Starts: January

Entry: Strong school background, younger students

September Entry
3-Year A-Level

Maximum preparation for ambitious younger students

GCSE preparation in Year 1, A-Levels in Years 2–3
Extensive pastoral support over three years
Suitable for students aged 15–16

Starts: September

Entry: Age 15+ with school references

September Entry
Year 13 Retake

Improve grades and unlock better university offers

Resit one or more A-Level subjects in one year
Intensive exam preparation with specialist tutors
UCAS re-application support included

Starts: September

Entry: Completed Year 12 / first-year A-Levels

Not ready to commit? Try for one term first
One Term Taster Course

Experience genuine British boarding school life at St. Andrew's for one term before committing to a full programme. Designed for international students aged 15–19 who want to explore UK education first-hand.

Sept, Jan or April start
Ages 15–19
Max 12 per class
A-Level tuition from £12,465/term
Boarding & homestay available

Perfect for families from Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Malaysia, Nigeria, Türkiye and Vietnam who want to experience St. Andrew's before enrolling full-time.

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Not sure which route is right? Enquire below and our admissions team will recommend the best pathway for your student.

Exclusive private education in Cambridge since 1976.

 

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A-Level Subjects Offered

Students choose 3–4 subjects from across our broad curriculum. All programmes include personal tutor guidance to help select the right subject combination for your university goals.

Sciences & Maths
  • Mathematics
  • Further Mathematics
  • Biology
  • Chemistry
  • Physics
  • Computer Science
Humanities & Social Sciences
  • Economics
  • History
  • Geography
  • Psychology
  • Sociology
  • Business Studies
English & Languages
  • English Language
  • English Literature
  • EAP (English for Academic Purposes)

Languages available as additional subjects: Russian, Turkish, French, Italian, Spanish, Chinese and Arabic.

Creative & Applied
  • Art & Design
  • Photography
  • Media Studies
  • Physical Education

Where Our A-Level Students Progress

Real examples of universities our A-Level students have progressed to, across a range of subjects and pathways.

UNIVERSITY COURSE TYPICAL A-LEVEL GRADES IELTS REQUIREMENT
University of Oxford Philosophy, Politics & Economics A* A* A 7.5 overall
University of Cambridge Natural Sciences A* A* A* 7.5 overall
Imperial College London Engineering A* A A 6.5 overall
London School of Economics Economics A* A A 7.0 overall
University College London Medicine A* A* A 7.0 overall
King’s College London Law A A A 7.0 overall
University of Manchester Computer Science A A B 6.5 overall
University of Edinburgh Psychology A A B 6.5 overall
University of Warwick Business & Management A A B 6.5 overall

Contact Us

St Andrew's College, Cambridge

13 Station Road
Cambridge CB1 2JB
United Kingdom

Telephone +44 (0)1223 903048
WhatsApp +44 7884 167778
Email registrations@standrewscambridge.co.uk

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