University

Cardiff Sixth Form College runs an extensive university preparation programme, designed to give students best chance to achieve their potential and gain access to some of the top universities worldwide.

What does the university preparation programme include?

The university preparation journey at Cardiff Sixth Form College goes far beyond filling in a UCAS form. Our structured programme covers every aspect of the application process in depth, ensuring that by the time students submit their applications they are confident, well-prepared, and genuinely competitive for their chosen courses. Throughout Year 12 and Year 13, students receive dedicated guidance on writing a compelling Personal Statement, developing the Study Skills needed to succeed at university level, and preparing for University Admissions Tests such as the UCAT, LNAT, and MAT. Students also have access to Mock Interview Practice, which is especially valuable for those applying to competitive institutions or courses such as Medicine, Law, and Oxbridge.

To gain further insight into how we support students in preparing for university life, you can watch our video masterclass below:

Video masterclass – Transitioning to universities from boarding school
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EBpFJMbRodQ

How does CSFC support students applying to Oxbridge and medicine?

We have a proud track record of supporting students into some of the world’s most prestigious universities. Our dedicated Oxbridge programme provides specialist preparation including super-curricular reading guidance, interview coaching, and subject-specific workshops. For those pursuing Medicine-Related Degrees, we offer tailored support that includes preparation for admissions tests, guidance on work experience, and practice for the challenging interview process at medical schools.

Our Subject-Specific Talks and Workshops from Dukes Education bring in external experts and practitioners to enrich students’ understanding of their chosen fields and strengthen their applications. These sessions give students something meaningful to discuss in their personal statements and interviews — real intellectual engagement that admissions tutors notice.

Can students apply to universities outside the UK?

Absolutely. CSFC has a genuinely international outlook, and many of our students go on to study at leading universities in the United States, Europe, Canada, Asia, and beyond. Our dedicated guidance on Applying to Non-UK Universities covers the specific requirements of different international admissions systems, including the Common App for the US and equivalent processes elsewhere.

You can explore the full breadth of where our students have gone on to study by visiting our University Destinations page. Whatever your ambitions, our team is here to help you realise them. To find out more about the admissions process at CSFC itself, please visit our Admissions section or get in touch with the team directly.