Oxbridge and other competitive universities

We offer support to students applying for universities and courses where getting high predicted grades isn't enough.  This is predominantly Oxford and Cambridge (Oxbridge), but also applies to Imperial College for science subjects, the London School of Economics and UCL for humanities/social sciences and Warwick University for maths. These universities often have entrance exams and technical interviews. 

In 2024:

• Over 100 students applied to Oxbridge

• 52% of applicants received an interview (vs 40% nationally)

• 24% of applicants received a place (vs 17% nationally)

We provide support for students aspiring to Oxbridge throughout their two years here. This includes:

• Bespoke pathway support, led by subject experts for these competitive pathways:

  • Medicine, Dentistry and Veterinary Science (MDV)

  • Physical, Material and Engineering Sciences

  • Biological and Chemical Sciences

  • Humanities

  • Social Sciences

  • Economics and PPE

  • Arts

• Regular sessions giving information and guidance

• Expert guidance through the UCAS process tailored to Oxbridge

• Entrance exam preparation support

• Interview preparation support

• A mock interview