Seminars and Interview Sessions

Undergraduate Year One in Top 30 UK universities normally require 544 to 555 in HKDSE, with subject-specific requirement depending on your choices of programmes. If students fall short of such requirement, they can progress through International Year One or University Foundation Courses. These programmes accept entry at 433 to 222 in HKDSE and enable qualified students to progress onto Year 2 and Year 1 of an undergraduate programme in Top 30 UK universities respectively. Students aiming for top universities and highly-competitive subjects such as medicine and actuarial sciences, however, will benefit from the 1-Year A-levels which also allows them to apply to universities in Hong Kong through the Non-Jupas route.

In the seminar, our education consultants will introduce these four options for HKDSE students. Content includes university options, subject options, entry requirements, plus the procedures and important dates of UCAS.

Click to see our university network: Students can apply to over 125 universities and specialist institutions in our university network.

Content Highlights

• How does UCAS work? What are the important dates?
• How to make best use of the five application quotas in your UCAS application?
• Is it possible to have the sixth and the seventh quota?
• Tips on writing a winning personal statement.
• English Requirements and Different Types of IELTS: What’s IELTS for UKVI (Academic)?
• Options of university and academic disciplines in pathway programmes.
• University Foundation Courses that accept applications from F.5 students.
• The option of One-Year A-levels and a brief analysis of Non-Jupas admission data.

Details of Event: How can I Watch the Seminar from Home?

The seminar will also be delivered via Zoom. Students and parents can watch the seminar in our office and meet with our education consultants right after the seminar. Alternatively, you can also choose to watch the seminar in the comfort of your own home. Simply indicate your intention to “Watch from Home” in the “Remarks” field when you register, so that we can make appropriate arrangements in advance.

What’s so good about studying in the UK? In addition to small class-size, excellent provision of facilities and more flexible teaching methods, what makes the As in UK student’s report cards? What options do students from the new 334 education system have, to continue their studies in the UK? What makes up the best preparation for progression to the finest universities? How does British boarding school experience benefit students when they apply to universities in Hong Kong? In the seminar, our education consultants will answer all these questions by sharing their own experience in the UK. The seminar is suitable for parents of primary and secondary school students and students themselves, who are interested in studying in the UK.

Content Highlights

• The Education Systems: In what circumstances can Hong Kong students progress to the next year group in the UK? In which year groups does it offer more school options?
• The Boarding School Life: What time is lights out time? What weekend activities are available for boarders? What are these unique school holidays in boarding schools?
• The Public Exams: How do GCSE and A-levels subject choices affect your options in university? What subject combination may bring extra advantages to Hong Kong students?
• GCSE & A-levels Reform: What were being reformed and when? Are the two exams more difficult now than before?
• A brief analysis of Non-Jupas admission data
• The Application Procedures: What should you consider when selecting a boarding school? What criteria are used when boarding schools select students?
• Is it necessary to sit boarding school entrance exams (such as BUSSATs & UKiSet) in advance?

Official Test Centre of Boarding School Entrance Tests

We’re the official test centre of boarding school entrance tests BUSSATs and UKiSet. While BUSSATs and UKiSet are currently now one of the entry requirements of some boarding schools, completing the test doesn’t guarantee exemption from a school’s entrance test. Our education consultants will advise you on whether it’s necessary to take the test.

Details of Event: How can I Watch the Seminar from Home?

The seminar will also be delivered via Zoom. Students and parents can watch the seminar in our office and meet with our education consultants right after the seminar. Alternatively, you can also choose to watch the seminar in the comfort of your own home. Simply indicate your intention to “Watch from Home” in the “Remarks” field when you register, so that we can make appropriate arrangements in advance.

Handcross Park School officially became a member of the Brighton College Family of Schools in 2011, which symbolises a high standard in education. After the merger, a series of refurbishment work were implemented and have greatly improved its boarding facilities. Handcross Park School was highly praised for its pupils’ achievements and learning by the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI), which gave the top “Excellent” grade in the 2014 inspection report.

Handcross Park School was set up to prepare students for Brighton College (one of UK’s top 50 boarding schools) and other top independent senior schools. In addition to Brighton College, graduates in the past have gone to top schools such as Charterhouse and Harrow – some even received a scholarship!

Details of Event

Details of Event: How can I Watch the Admissions Talk from Home?

The admissions talk will also be delivered via Zoom. Students and parents can watch the admissions talk in our office and meet with our education consultants right after the talk. Alternatively, you can also choose to watch the admissions talk in the comfort of your own home. Simply indicate your intention to “Watch from Home” in the “Remarks” field when you register, so that we can make appropriate arrangements in advance.

University Pathway Programmes (Foundation & International Year One) are one-year programmes that allow students to progress onto year 1 and year 2 of an undergraduate programme in the UK. Many of these programmes are taught in dedicated teaching centres within university campuses and provide “guaranteed progression” to an undergraduate degree upon achieving the required grades in internal exams and coursework assessment.

University of Bristol (13)

Ranked the 58^th globally (QS 2021) and the 13^th in the UK, also a Russell Group university, University of Bristol is a top research-intensive university located in the creative city of Bristol. As part of what reflects the good reputation of the University among middle-class families, about 40% of students of University of Bristol came from an independent school background, which is the fourth highest ratio, only after University of Cambridge, Oxford and St Andrew’s. Notable alumni include singer-songwriter James Blunt, as well as Hong Kong alumni such as LegCo member Alvin Yeung Ngok-Kiu and news reporter Kenneth Ng King-Chun.

University of Bristol is ranked within top 20 in as many as 31 academic disciplines, which include highly popular courses such as Engineering, Law, Medicine and Veterinary Medicine, as well as Computer Science, Psychology, Geography & International Development, Politics, Sociology and Social Policy.

University of Bristol is one of the few universities that offer a “conversion” master’s degree in Computer Science (which accepts graduates from other disciplines), as well as a Vet Nursing programme in undergraduate level.

The Department of Computer Science, in particular, has a joint-venture with the city council of Bristol, which aims to employ artificial intelligence and big data technology to transform the city as a smart city. Since its establishment, this “Bristol Is Open” initiative has already kick-started a number of projects. In addition to early development work, University of Bristol is also the data hub of the project, where data collected from the city-wide network is transferred to and analyzed. To researchers and students in the University, this means that they have the whole city as their real-life case study and laboratory! The “Bristol Is Open” initiative was also considered a major contributing factor, when Bristol was named the number 1 smart city in the UK.

University of Glasgow (14)

Ranked the 77^th globally (QS 2021) and the 14^th in the UK, University of Glasgow is one of the oldest universities in the English-speaking world with 570 years of history. As a member of the Russell Group, the university offers a wide range of academic disciplines and research, in which as many as 30 are ranked with top 10 in the UK. Education, Law, Sociology, Accounting & Finance, Civil Engineering, Medicine and Dentistry are some of its strongest areas. Notable alumni include economist Adam Smith, two former British Prime Ministers, a number of Nobel laureates and Regina Ip (former Secretary for Security of Hong Kong).

University of Birmingham (19)

University of Birmingham is a historical and research-intensive university, which is now ranked the 87^th globally (QS 2021) and the 19^th in the UK. The University enjoys very good reputation in the academia globally and is a founding member of the Russell Group, which symbolizes the highest standard of research and teaching in the UK. The University of Birmingham is ranked within top 10 in the UK for 17 academic disciplines, including Hospitality & Tourism, Sports Science, Music, Philosophy, Chemical Engineering, Physiotherapy and many more! Its alumni and staff include 11 Nobel laureates, as well as Geoffrey Ma, the Hong Kong Chief Justice of the Court of Final Appeal.

University of York (20)

University of York enjoys worldwide recognition and is now ranked the 133^rd globally (THE 2021) and the 20^th in the UK. With a strong focus on the humanities and sciences, York is a research-intensive university and a member of the Russell Group, which symbolises the highest research and academic standard in the UK. Overall research quality was ranked within top 15 in the UK by the latest research assessment exercise (REF 2014). Its Communication & Media, English, Psychology, Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Business Studies, Criminology, Archaeology & Forensic Science are ranked among UK’s top 15.

In slightly over 50 years’ time since its establishment, alumni of University of York has became active players in British politics and include many notable people in areas such as literature, history, music, etc. Notable alumni from Asia include Yeung Sum (former LegCo member of Hong Kong) as well as Han Seung Soo (former Prime Minister of South Korea).

University of Nottingham (26)

University of Nottingham is ranked the 99^th globally (QS 2021) and a member of the Russel Group. It has been cited twice in the last three years as “The Best University for Finding Graduate Recruits” by UK’s top employers. 51 academic disciplines are offered. 14 of them are ranked among top 10 in the UK, while Physiotherapy, Veterinary Medicine, Animal Science, Criminology, American Studies are all ranked among top 5. The university also offers a 5-year Pharmacy (MPharm) programme, so that students do not have to worry about visa issues during their Pre-Registration Training for Pharmacists.

University of Essex (40)

As one of the best in Social Sciences, University of Essex is ranked the 40^th in the UK. Researches in Economics, Psychology, Politics and Philosophy are all highly rated by REF (2014). Respectively 93%, 90%, 87% and 85% of researches in these disciplines were rated World Leading and Internationally Excellent – a very impressive achievement for a university with only 50 years of history. Today University of Essex is also one of the 17 Q-Step Centres for Quantitative Social Science Education in the UK, in which students can learn quantitative research skills (such as running large-scale polls, the use of statistical software such as SPSS, AMOSS and more) through elective modules. A number of professors in the Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Hong Kong are graduates of University of Essex. Other notable alumni include LegCo members LEUNG Yiu-chung and British film director Mike Leigh.

University of the West of England, Bristol (58)

Set in the creative city of Bristol, University of the West of England (UWE Bristol) was formerly a polytechnic and was granted full university status in 1992. Employability remains at the heart of UWE Bristol’s education. The already tight relationships with employers continue to foster, which now include formal links with the BBC, Airbus, etc. Career support services of UWE Bristol were voted the best in the UK in 2014 while graduate employability comes as the 8^th in the UK with over 95% of graduates in employment within six months after graduation. UWE Bristol provides academic programmes in as many as 35 disciplines, among which Building & Surveying, Architecture, Town Planning and Art & Design are the strongest. UWE’s Bristol School of Animation enjoys a worldwide reputation. Chris Ford, creative director of PIXAR, is also one of UWE Bristol’s graduates!

Pathway programmes provided by ONCAMPUS can lead to undergraduate degrees in colleges of University of London as well as modern universities such as Coventry! University Pathway Programmes (Foundation & International Year One) are one-year programmes that allow students to progress onto year 1 and year 2 of an undergraduate programme in the UK. Many of these programmes are taught in dedicated teaching centres within university campuses and provide “guaranteed progression” to an undergraduate degree upon achieving the required grades in internal exams and coursework assessment.

ONCAMPUS London delivers the University of London International Foundation Programme in their designated study centre in Birkbeck, University of London. The Programme provides a more challenging curriculum that comes with more diverse progression routes for students aspiring to top universities. With specially written study materials by University of London, students will study four academic subjects (normally students study three subjects in a foundation programme) alongside English language and personal development programmes – a total of 28 teaching hours per week. Upon completion, students will be eligible to apply to a range of UK universities, including top universities such as London School of Economics & Political Science (LSE), Bristol, Durham, Manchester, Nottingham and more!

University of Southampton (15)

Ranked the 77^th in the world (QS 2022) and the 15^th in the UK, University of Southampton is a Russell Group research-led university in the port city of Southampton in the south of England. University of Southampton is well recognized for its researches and teaching in Computer Science, Engineering, Music, Physiotherapy and other medical-related subjects. Computer Science is one of its strongest, where Sir Tim Berners-Lee, inventor of the Worldwide Web, is a professor. The department is also recognized as one of the 19 Academic Centres of Excellence in Cyber Security Research by the UK Government. The University is gradually introducing Major/Minor degree options in some programmes, to enable students to concentrate on a subject area as the major subject, while broadening knowledge with a Minor subject. Notable alumni include world-renowned musician Brian Eno as well as Grenville Cross the former Director of Public Prosecutions of Hong Kong.

University of Reading (31)

University of Reading is ranked the 205^th globally (QS 2021) and the 31^st in the UK. Its business school (Hanley Business School) comes 38^th in the European Business School Ranking (FT 2020). The University offers collaborative Accounting degrees with PwC – one of the Big 4 accounting firms in the world. Entry requirement is high, but students from the programmes will enjoy guaranteed work placements with PwC, and if they achieve a 2:1 and impress on their work placements they will be likely to be offered a permanent job with PwC – which is a very valuable option for students who aspire to become an accountant, especially those who want to pursue a career in the UK after graduation! In addition to applying directly for year one, students can now progress onto the degree via a university foundation.

Building & Surveying, Film Studies, Design and Meteorology are also among the university’s most reputable disciplines. Not only is University of Reading the first UK university to offer Typography and Film Studies, its master’s programmes in Typography are considered one of the best in the world. Many contemporary font designs of our age are created by graduates from University of Reading – these include Calibri (created by Luc(as) de Groot), Comic Sans (created by Vincent Connare) and many more!

Aston University (43)

Aston University, Birmingham is reputable for Business, Technology, Building & Surverying, Pharmacy and Medical-Related subjects. It’s one of the few universities that offer Audiology and Optometry. In 2018/19, the University saw the opening of its Medical School, further enhancing its provision in the area of medicine and allied professions. The University believes that work placement is key to improve graduates’ employability. Today all courses in Aston University come with a placement year or a placement module, allowing students to spend weeks or up to a year in paid work placement. These effort mean that Aston University enjoys the third highest placement participation rate among universities in England (HESA 2018), with 70% of students doing a year-long work placement as part of their undergraduate degrees!

The reputable Aston Business School – the most popular faculty in Aston University – makes up near half of the whole student population. Not only is it one of the few business schools that are triple accredited by AACSB, AMBA and EQUIS, Aston Business School is also regarded as a top 100 business school in the world by QS World University Rankings (2020) and a top 100 business school in Europe by Financial Times (2020). Its MBA is also rated as the top 100 MBA programmes in the world by the Economist (2021).

University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) (87)

University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) is one of the largest universities in the UK that provides a wide range of subject options. In 2014/15, the University started its Medicine programme (MBBS), after the success in establishing its Dentistry programme. The MBBS programme is tailored for international students and provides placement opportunities in the NHS as well as private clinics. University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) is known for its outstanding support to its students and a top player in nurturing graduate start-ups. With the good support from the University, over 70% of these graduate start-ups were able to survive the first two difficult years of operation.

University Pathway Programmes (Foundation & International Year One) are one-year programmes that allow students to progress onto year 1 and year 2 of an undergraduate programme in the UK. Many of these programmes are taught in dedicated teaching centres within university campuses and provide “guaranteed progression” to an undergraduate degree upon achieving the required grades in internal exams and coursework assessment.

Swansea University (36)

With hugely improved student satisfaction and graduate prospect, Swansea University in 2019 broke into the Top 30 for the first time in UK university ranking, becoming the top university in Wales! Traditionally the School of Engineering is the most celebrated school in Swansea University. In the latest research assessment exercise (REF 2014), 94% of researches in engineering were rated as “World Leading” and “Internationally Excellent” – a result comparable to that of traditional engineering schools such as UCL and Bristol. In subject rankings, General Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Civil Engineering and Materials Technology are all ranked within top 15 in the UK – reflecting outstanding performance in both teaching and scientific researches.

University of Leicester (37)

Ranked the 170^th globally (THE 2021) and the 37^th in the UK, the University of Leicester is famous for its achievements in Forensic Science, Archaeology, Media & Communication, Engineering and Space Technology. It also provides the flexibility with Major/Minor degree options, which enables students to concentrate on a subject area as the major subject, while broadening knowledge with a Minor subject. University of Leicester has put great efforts into science and technology over time. It’s home to the largest space research centre among all European universities. The Department of Physics and Astronomy has participated in the PanCam research project under European Space Agency (ESA)’s ExoMars programme. A new National Space Park is also due to open in first half of 2021. DNA Fingerprinting technology was also discovered by one of the professors in University of Leicester!

Robert Gordon University (66)

Located in Aberdeen, Robert Gordon University follows the Scottish education system, providing 4-year undergraduate programmes. The University is one of the polytechnics that were granted university status after the Further and Higher Education Act 1992 and is ranked within top 20 in a wide range of disciplines, which include Building & Surveying, Architecture, as well as medical-related subjects such as Radiography and Physiotherapy. The majority of undergraduate programmes in Robert Gordon University include a placement. In some cases, these may be year-long paid placement.

The third oldest school of architecture in the UK, the Scott Sutherland School of Architecture & Built Environment is ranked the 20^th for Architecture in the UK. Its excellent record of graduate employment shows that 95% of students were in employment within six months after graduation. Students will have the opportunities to go onto overseas field trips, which have in the past covered destinations such as Amsterdam, Venice, Paris, Barcelona and more!

University of Portsmouth (72)

University of Portsmouth is located in the port city of Portsmouth in the South of England. Like many universities which were formerly polytechnics, enhancing graduate’s employability is key to a Portsmouth’s education! It’s rated by the Economist as the Top University for Boosting Graduate Salaries in 2017, reflecting the trend that graduates of University of Portsmouth outperform expectation made based on their background, qualifications and subjects – truly unlocking their real potential!

The University has good reputation in Medical-related subjects, educating over 600 medical professionals every year (including Pharmacists, Dental Hygienists, Medical Technologists and Radiographers). The Faculty of Creative & Cultural Industries of University of Portsmouth is also a very established school for creative subjects. In addition to traditional Art & Design subjects such as Graphic Design, Fashion, Film and Media Production, the Faculty is also an early advocate of New Media, having introduced long ago a range of new media courses such as Creative Media Technologies, Computer Animation, VFX, Games Design & Technology and Virtual & Augmented Reality. Many of these courses are recognized by respective industry associations, such as JAMES (Joint Audio Media Education Services) and TIGA (The Independent Game Developers’ Association) – it’s one of the 11 TIGA-accredited universities in the UK. Its BA (Hons) Journalism has recognized as the best undergraduate Journalism course by NCTJ (National Council for the Training of Journalists) for two consecutive years (2017/18 & 2018/19)!

University of Hertfordshire (99)

Based in Hatfield, the historic centre of British aviation manufacturing, the Faculty of Engineering provides a wide range of options in the area which include Aerospace Engineering, Aerospace Technology, etc. Some of these incorporate Pilot studies programmes that offer as many as 400 hours of flying practices, enabling students to qualify for the National Private Pilot’s License when they graduate. Alumni of University of Hertfordshire are widely employed by leading manufacturers in the field such as BAE Systems (one of the world’s largest defense and aerospace manufacturer), Rolls-Royce (the world’s second largest airplance engine manufacturer) and include Frank Ogilvie the deputy chief designer of the Airbus A380.

In Creative Arts, University of Hertfordshire was named the 12^th best in the world for VFX, Animation and Games by the Rookies (an international award for new creative talents). In the two years that follow (2016 & 2017), the Rookies awards also rated the University within Top 5 in a number of specialisms in new media arts including Game Design & Development, Photography, Film Making, VFX & Animation, and, in 2016, number 1 in the world for Next-Gen Gaming!

Students of the School of Creative Arts are offered a wide range of options that include Animation, Digital Media Arts, Special Effects, Music Technology, as well as other more common options such as Fashion Design, Graphic Design, Photography and more!

University of Northampton (111)

University of Northampton is a university in the Midlands, which was granted full university status in 2005 but with a history that can be traced back to the 13^th century. The University is well recognized for its efforts in supporting social enterprises and was one of Ashoka’s global network of “Changemaker Campus”. The number of social enterprises that the University works with is so large that it allows every of its 14,000 students an opportunity to work in a social enterprise during their courses. In terms of other academic areas, University of Northampton is strong in teacher training and health subjects, and is the region’s largest providers of teachers and healthcare professionals.

University of Northampton is home to the one and only Leather Technology programme in the UK, which teaches the technology behind the manufacturing and materials of high-end leather products. If you’re interested in a career working with high-end manufacturers and designers of luxurious shoes, handbags, clothes, furniture and sport scars, it’s likely to be the right course for you! In the past five years, the course has achieved a 100% graduate employment rate, reflecting the recognition by the industry.

University of Northampton also offers foundation programmes that can lead to a degree in Podiatry, which suits students who are interested in medical related disciplines!

Anglia Ruskin University (117)

Accredited by the General Optical Council (GOC), the BOptom (Hons) Optometry in Anglia Ruskin University is recognized by the Optometrists Board of Hong Kong. Students therefore will be eligible in registering as an Optometrist in Hong Kong, after successful completion of the professional examination set by the College of Optometrists (UK) and a year of work placement. During their studies, students will learn to perform eye examinations, acquire knowledge of ocular diseases and pathology. In Year 3, students will spend up to 6 hours per week gaining hands-on experience in the open-to-public University Eye Clinic, performing eye examinations and dispensing patients with appropriate spectacles when required.

University Pathway Programmes (Foundation & International Year One) are one-year programmes that allow students to progress onto year 1 and year 2 of an undergraduate programme in the UK. Many of these programmes are taught in dedicated teaching centres within university campuses and provide “guaranteed progression” to an undergraduate degree upon achieving the required grades in internal exams and coursework assessment.

University of Exeter (12)

Ranked the 164^th globally (QS 2021) and the 12^th in the UK, University of Exeter is top 10 in as many as 17 academic disciplines and reputable for Sports Science, Radiography, Communications & Media, Psychology, Geography and Business-related subjects. Exeter’s Business School and Law School have been popular among Hong Kong students. It’s ranked the 8^th for Accounting & Finance, the 12^th for Business Studies, the 13^th for Economics and the 18^th for Law. The Law School offers a special 4-year LLB (Hons) Law, in which students will spend their third year in paid work placements at Reed Smith LLP! Notable alumni include JK Rowling (author of Harry Potter), Thom Yorke (lead singer of Radiohead) and more!

University of Manchester (18)

The University of Manchester is the sixth best performing UK university in the QS World University Ranking, which ranked it as the 27^th best in the world (QS 2021). There are as many as 25 Nobel laureates among its alumni and professors. A recent survey also shows that University of Manchester graduates are most targeted by employers in the UK (2019/20). Students aiming to study at this prestigious university, but fall slightly short of its entry requirement for direct entry into a degree, now have the option of a designated University Foundation programme. The Foundation has considerably higher entry and progression requirements, but can lead to a wide range of academic disciplines including Psychology, Biological Science, Pharmacy, Engineering, as well as many Humanities and Social Sciences degrees.

University of East Anglia (21)

Globally ranked the 200^th (THE 2021) and the 21^st in the UK, University of East Anglia (UEA) is a world-renowned university in scientific researches and for many years has been the first choice of students pursuing a degree in Medicine and Pharmacy. The University is also famous for its achievements in Art History, Communication & Media Studies, Geography & Environmental Sciences, as well as medical-related subjects such as Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy and Speech Therapy. Among many others, 82% of researches in Social Work, Social Policy and International Relations were rated “World Leading” and “Internationally Excellent”, which was top 5 in the UK (REF 2014). In Environmental Sciences, University of East Anglia (UEA) has contributed more than any other universities in the world to the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) and are among the leaders in the investigation of Climate Change. University of East Anglia (UEA) is also ranked the 25^th in International Development (QS 2020).

Newcastle University (31)

Ranked the 152^nd globally (QS 2021), the 31^st in the UK and a member of the Russell Group, Newcastle University is ranked within top 20 for 22 academic disciplines. It is home to the top Fine Art programmes in UK and known for Architecture, Town Planning & Landscape Architecture, Medicine, Biomedical Sciences and Computer Sciences.

Newcastle University is one of the few universities that provide both University Foundation and International Year One in Architecture, making it a popular choice among aspiring architects.

First established as a School of Medicine, the University had been part of Durham University before it became a university of its own. First taught in 1834, Newcastle’s Medicine prorgammes is one of the most highly regarded medical degrees in the UK; The Medicine programmes also accepts “transfer” application from students of School of Biomedical Sciences, who can apply to transfer to Medicine or Dentistry after their first year of study.

In Computer Science, Newcastle University has a strong focus on specialist areas such as Cloud Computing, Cyber Security and Bio-Computing. It’s a Centre of Excellence for Cyber Security – one of only 19 universities in Britain to obtain such status! In postgraduate level, there are 13 specialist master’s degrees and also a Postgraduate (Conversion) programmes which is open to graduates without a computing background.

Queen’s University Belfast (31)

A member university of the Russell Group, Queen’s University Belfast (QUB) is the top university in the Northern Ireland, which is currently ranked the 200^th globally (THE 2021) and the 31^st in the UK. Academic researches by the University were highly rated in the research assessment exercise (REF 2014). In terms of academic disciplines, it’s best known for Pharmacy, Accounting & Finance, Architecture, as well as its strong School of Engineering!

University of Stirling (38)

Named the Scotland’s University for Sporting Excellence in 2008, the University of Stirling excels in Sports Science, Education, and Communication & Media. Its sports facilities are often used by the UK and Scotland national teams for training (swimming, tennis, gold and football). Under the Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF), degrees in University of Stirling allow more flexibility in electives and changing courses. Students can ‘mix & match’ modules from different disciplines to engineer a degree that fulfills their interest and ambitions. Two third of students are from Scotland while the rest come from England and around the world.

Manchester Metropolitan University (65)

Manchester Metropolitan University (Manchester Met) is home to the second oldest art school in the UK, which has educated generations of artists and designers, including Thomas Heatherwick the designer of the UK pavilion at the Shanghai Expo 2010 and L. S. Lowry the legendary British painter. The Manchester School of Architecture (jointly administered by Manchester Metropolitan University (Manchester Met) and University of Manchester) is a world-famous architecture school with star alumni such as prolific architect Norman Foster. Other Art & Design options include Fashion Design (menswear, womenswear and sportswear), Creative Multimedia, Photography, Graphics and 3D design. 75% of teaching modules in the art foundation are art-related, giving students tons of opportunities to perfect their crafts and skills.

Glasgow Caledonian University (75)

Glasgow Caledonian University provides 4-year degree programmes. The University is good for Physiotherapy, Radiography, Hospitality & Tourism, Medical-Related subjects, as well as Building & Surveying. It is the largest provider of health-related graduates to NHS Scotland and is also the only one that offers Optometry degrees in Scotland, training 90% of eye care specialists in Scotland.

City, University of London (82)

Located in the heart of London with easy access to destinations such as the British Museum and London financial district, City, University of London is a powerhouse for Business Studies as well as Communication & Media. The University is ranked the 38^th in Communication & Media globally (QS 2016). The well-renowned Cass Business School is ranked 25^th in Europe (FT 2020) and many see it as a stepping stone to get into investment banks and large-scale financial institutions. Students benefit from the School’s extensive network of alumni that includes the CEO of Coca Cola Company. Students can connect with these alumni via a private online platform with as many as 2000 active users of alumni. After the Business School, the School of Health Sciences is the second largest faculty in City, University of London, with a diverse offering of health-related programmes including Nursing, Optometry, Radiography and Speech & Language Therapy.

Bellerbys College is an independent college for international students with campuses in Brighton and London. Its expanding portfolio of programmes includes GCSE, GCE A-levels, University Foundation and International Year One. In 2019, the combined A*-B rate in GCE A-levels across campuses are at 69%. In addition to GCSE and GCE A-levels, Bellerbys College also provides University Foundation and International Diploma programmes that provide progression to over 100 universities, including Durham, Exeter, Lancaster, Leeds and many more!

GCE A-levels with Medical School Preparation

Bellerbys College Brighton runs a Medical School Preparation programmes tailor-made for aspiring medical school applicants. Alongside their GCE A-levels studies, eligible students will be allowed to take part in the following extra learning activities to enhance their chance of making a successful application:

• Attend medical school lectures
• A mentoring scheme with current medical students
• Job shadowing and volunteering opportunities
• A guaranteed interview opportunity: Bellerbys College students joining the Medical School Preparation programmes will be guaranteed an interview at the Brighton & Sussex Medical School (BSMS) – a joint-venture between University of Sussex and University of Brighton
• Medical school partnerships: In addition to the Brighton & Sussex Medical School (BSMS), Bellerbys College is also in partnership with University of Buckingham Medical School, as well as the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI)
• Medical school interview training
• Preparation for BMAT and UCAT
• Personal statement writing training

NCUK International Year One: Business & Engineering Pathways

Starting from the 2021/22 academic year, Bellerbys College will be offering the both the Business and the Engineering pathways of NCUK International Year One programmes. As the sole provider of the Engineering pathway, Bellerbys College enables students to progress onto Year 2 of degrees in top engineering schools such as University of Birmingham, University of Bristol, University of Leeds, University of Manchester, University of Salford, University of Sheffield, etc.

A member of the Russel Group, Durham University is now ranked the 86^th globally (QS 2021) and the 6^th in the UK. In REF 2014, 83% of its research was assessed as being of “world-leading” or “internationally excellent”. The University teaches a wide range of academic disciplines, in which 27 disciplines are within top 10 in the UK. Like many traditional universities, Durham University is strongest in Law, the humanities (such as Anthropology, Education, etc) and sciences (such as Physics and Chemistry) while Business Studies and Accounting & Finance are ranked within top 15. Durham University is also one of the 15 most targeted UK universities by leading recruiters in 2019/20. Notable alumni included Steve Easterbrook (CEO of McDonald’s), Cecil Chao (Hong Kong Billionaire) and Richard Adams (Founder of fairtrade organization Thraidcraft).

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University Pathway Programmes (Foundation & International Year One) are one-year programmes that allow students to progress onto year 1 and year 2 of an undergraduate programme in the UK. Many of these programmes are taught in dedicated teaching centres within university campuses and provide “guaranteed progression” to an undergraduate degree upon achieving the required grades in internal exams and coursework assessment.

Lancaster University (10)

Lancaster University is now ranked the 135^th in World University Ranking (QS 2021) and has been a popular option among Hong Kong students in the past few years. Lancaster is ranked top 15 in Communication & Media, Social Work, Accounting & Finance, Business Studies, Biological Science, Politics, Economics and more. As it is located in the North West of England, Lancaster University provides a very different experience from other city-based universities. Students would find the University a good destination of living and study with Lancaster’s award-wining accommodation, which has been named the Best University Halls for many years!

University of Leeds (15)

University of Leeds is a Russell Group university ranked the 91^st globally (QS 2021). First made into top 10 in the UK in 2018, the University is known for its outstanding academic researches and teaching quality. Graduate surveys consistently put the University as one of the ten most sought-after universities by Britain’s top employers. Among many of its areas of strength, Accounting & Finance, Business Studies, Economics, Engineering, Sociology and Communication & Media are particularly outstanding. Star sociologist Zygmunt Bauman taught in the Department of Sociology before his retirement in 1990. It’s also where Leslie Cheung studied before he returned to Hong Kong for his career in the entertainment industry!

University of Sheffield (23)

Ranked the 93^rd globally (QS 2021) and the 23^rd in the UK, the University of Sheffield excels in a wide range of academic disciplines. Architecture, Communication & Media, Town Planning & Landscape Architecture, Biological Sciences, Engineering and Materials Technology are all among top 10 in the UK. Sheffield’s reputable engineering school now educates more than 4000 students and is a leading institution in systems engineering and smart materials globally. Notable alumni include five Nobel laureates, as well as Chung Sze-Yuen (Senior Unofficial Member of Legislative Council of Hong Kong) and Douglas Young (founder of lifestyle design and retail brand G.O.D.).

University of Strathclyde (23)

University of Strathclyde is ranked the 300^th globally (QS 2021) and offers the UK’s top Accounting & Finance and Medical-related programmes. Its business school comes the 51^st in the European Business School Ranking (FT 2020), and is one of the few business schools in Britain that is triple accredited by AACSB, AMBA and EQUIS.

University of Strathclyde follows the Scottish education system, in which undergraduate qualifications are 4 years long. The Business School and the Law School do offer 3-year intensive options! In addition to Business, University of Strathclyde is also a good choice for Architecture, Hospitality & Tourism as well as Engineering. Strathclyde’s School of Architecture is named one of Europe’s Top 50 architecture schools for 3 consecutive years by Domus, an Italian architecture and design magazine. The School of Enginnering, on the other hand, educates 4000 students coming from all around the world with as many as 40 choices of programmes, which include niche areas such as Aerospace and Naval Engineering.

University of Surrey (39)

Ranked the 267^th globally (QS 2021) and the 39^th in the UK, University of Surrey is a leading educator in Hospitality & Tourism and Animal Science with a new veterinary school opened in the 2014/15 academic year. Most of its undergraduate programmes involve a year-long placement. With improving student satisfaction level, University of Surrey was named the 2016 University of the Year by the Times in praise of the good balance between research and teaching quality!

University of Sussex (44)

Ranked the 160^th globally (THE 2021) and the 44^th in the UK, University of Sussex excels in social sciences and the humanities. It’s ranked number one in the world for International Development (QS 2017-20). Anthropology, Philosophy, Accounting & Finance, Psychology, English, Media & Communication are all within top 30 in the UK. University of Sussex is special in terms of its diverse offerings of interdisciplinary programmes (such as Law & Politics, Psychology & Sociology), which is suitable for students with diverse interest. University of Sussex is home to one of Europe’s largest International Relation departments. Its International Relation department and Communication & Media department are one of the few that offer both University Foundation and International Year One, allowing international students to start with a relatively lower entry requirement. Notable alumni include former president of South Africa and a number of Noble Prize winners.

「Newton A-levels Programme」 is an elite A-level programme designed for students who aim to study highly competitive subjects such as medicine, actuarial science, engineering in top universities. Students will be taking this 2-year A-level programme in the campus of University of East Anglia (UEA), which has been praised for it excellence in scientific researches. Studying A-levels in the university campus, students will have the opportunities to get in touch with academics and professors and learn at where science happens.

Upon completion of the Newton Programme, students will be able to apply to other UK universities through UCAS, as well as Hong Kong universities via the Non-JUPAS route.

City of London Freemen’s School is a boarding school run by the City of London Corporation. With excellent track records of academic results, the School is a popular choice among local families. In the past ten years (2010-2019), City of London Freemen’s School saw over 83% of its students getting A*-B grades in GCE A-levels. In 2018, ten graduates were successful with their application to University of Oxford and University of Cambridge. Notable alumni include British actor Andrew Garfield (known for his role playing Spider-Man) and Joe Strummer (front-man of the British band the Clash). Currently over 90% of students in City of London Freemen’s School are local day students and boarding places for international students are very limited. Students are therefore recommended to apply one year in advance.

Application & Exam Arrangement

Students who are interested in enrolling in the September 2022 intake must submit their applications before the deadline (8/10, Friday). Eligible applicants will be invited to an admission interview after passing the entrance exams.

Abingdon School is a top UK boys’ boarding school in Oxfordshire where students are not only good in academic, but also in sports and the arts. With its strict admission criteria, the school usually only considers applications of Hong Kong elite school students.

Like many top independent schools, Abingdon School has refused to be included in school league tables, to avoid parents paying too much attention on public exam results and overlooking other important aspects of education. The school continues to perform exceptionally well in GCE A-levels that in the past ten years (2010-2019) A*-B rates were over 83%. In 2019, Abingdon School saw eleven of its graduates continue their education in Oxbridge, while the majority went to top universities such as Durham, Exeter, Bristol, Imperial College, UCL, etc.

Application & Exam Arrangement

Abingdon School recommends students who are interested in enrolling in the September 2022 intake to submit their applications before the deadlines listed below, in accordance to their year groups. Eligible applicants will be invited to sit an entrance exam and an admission interview.

• Year 7: Applications close on 29/10 (Friday)
• Year 9: Applications closed for 2022/23. Now welcoming applications for the 2024/25 cohort.
• Year 10: Applications close on 29/10 (Friday)
• Year 12: Applications close on 30/9 (Thursday)

Dulwich College is a top boys’ boarding school in London. With its excellent academic standard, many graduates have progressed onto medicine, engineering, law and other professional disciplines. The Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) gave the College a perfect score in every single category and awarded the College a rare ‘Exceptional’ accolade for Achievements and Learning. More than 90% of A-levels students have scored A*-B since 2007, which marks the school standing within top 50-100 UK independent schools.

Application & Exam Arrangement

Students who are interested in enrolling in the September 2022 intake must submit their applications before the closing dates in accordance to their year groups. Eligible applicants will be invited to an admission interview after passing Dulwich College entrance exams.

• Year 7: Applications close on 1/10 (Friday)
• Year 9-10: Applications close on 1/10 (Friday)
• Year 12: Applications close on 1/10 (Friday)

Cardiff Sixth Form College is a top independent sixth form college in South Wales, which is a 10-time champion in GCE A-levels league tables in the past 11 years. Every year about 15% of graduates would progress to Oxford and Cambridge University!

2020 is no exception, in which the College saw 99% of exam entries graded at A*-A and 100% at A*-B. Of about 160 students in the class of 2020, 98 of them achieved 3A* or better. 43 graduates gained entry into medical schools, studying highly competitive subjects such as Medicine, Veterinary Medicine and Dentistry. 17 graduates continued their education in Oxford and Cambridge University, while 74 made it to UCL, LSE and Imperial College and 16 were admitted by University of Hong Kong and Chinese University of Hong Kong. Applicants should be made aware that Cardiff Sixth Form College maintains a high standard for progression to Year 13 (A2).

Popular University Destinations

Details of Event

ADMISSIONS TALK

2:30PM – 3:30PM

Tony Blignaut

Regional Admissions Director Asia

In the Admissions Talk, Tony Blignaut (Regional Admissions Director Asia) and Florence Chow (Regional Manager) will provide an overview of Cardiff Sixth Form College with a presentation, explaining the College’s consistent successes in public exams and university applications. In addition to these, they will also share the latest developments in Cardiff Sixth Form College, including the new two-year GCSE programmes and new campus in Cambridge in 2022/23 academic year.

Details of Event: How can I Watch the Admissions Talk from Home?

The admissions talk will also be delivered via Zoom. Students and parents can watch the admissions talk in our office and meet with our education consultants right after the talk. Alternatively, you can also choose to watch the admissions talk in the comfort of your own home. Simply indicate your intention to “Watch from Home” in the “Remarks” field when you register, so that we can make appropriate arrangements in advance.

Cardiff Sixth Form College is a top independent sixth form college in South Wales, which is a 10-time champion in GCE A-levels league tables in the past 11 years. Every year about 15% of graduates would progress to Oxford and Cambridge University!

2020 is no exception, in which the College saw 99% of exam entries graded at A*-A and 100% at A*-B. Of about 160 students in the class of 2020, 98 of them achieved 3A* or better. 43 graduates gained entry into medical schools, studying highly competitive subjects such as Medicine, Veterinary Medicine and Dentistry. 17 graduates continued their education in Oxford and Cambridge University, while 74 made it to UCL, LSE and Imperial College and 16 were admitted by University of Hong Kong and Chinese University of Hong Kong. Applicants should be made aware that Cardiff Sixth Form College maintains a high standard for progression to Year 13 (A2).

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Badminton School is one of the top 100 independent schools as well as a top 10 girls boarding school in the UK. The school is highly competitive and has been the first choice of many students from Hong Kong elite schools. Students are very disciplined in Badminton School and have achieved outstanding exam results, with 73% to 91% of A-levels students getting A*-B (2010-2019). More than 10% of graduates get into Oxbridge each year. Notable alumni include former Prime Minister of India Indira Gandhi, award-winning British writer Dame Iris Murdoch and so on.

Application & Exam Arrangement

Students who are interested in enrolling in the September 2022 intake must submit their applications before the closing dates in accordance to their year groups, together with their UKiSet results before a specific deadline. Eligible applicants will be invited to an admission interview.

• Year 7-8: Applications close on 6/12 (Monday)
• Year 9-10: Applications close on 11/10 (Monday)
• Year 12: Applications close on 4/10 (Monday)

Students and parents can register with individual schools and colleges by making a registration in relevant postings in our website. If you can’t decide yet, you can submit your registration here. Our education consultants will get in touch with further advices.

School representatives will be able to conduct admission interviews with prospective students. Families in initial stages of their research are also welcome to meet with the representatives to learn more about each schools.

In addition to schools attending the Recruitment Weeks, students can also apply to over 330 boarding schools and many state and private sixth form colleges in our school network.

Participating Schools

Due to travel restrictions imposed by the COVID-19 outbreak, the vast majority of these interview & information sessions will be carried out online via Skype or Zoom. Please see individual postings for details:

Boarding School Seminar

We will be holding our regular Boarding School Seminar on Saturdays, to provide an overview of the unique culture and regulations, as well as the application procedures of British boarding schools.

• 18/9 (Saturday) UK University & Pathways Seminar
• 25/9 (Saturday) Boarding School Seminar
• 9/10 (Saturday) Boarding School Seminar
• 16/10 (Saturday) UK University & Pathways Seminar
• 23/10 (Saturday) Boarding School Seminar

After the Boarding School Seminar, our education consultants will be available for consultations with individual families.

Cardiff Sixth Form College is a top independent sixth form college in South Wales, which is a 10-time champion in GCE A-levels league tables in the past 11 years. Every year about 15% of graduates would progress to Oxford and Cambridge University!

2020 is no exception, in which the College saw 99% of exam entries graded at A*-A and 100% at A*-B. Of about 160 students in the class of 2020, 98 of them achieved 3A* or better. 43 graduates gained entry into medical schools, studying highly competitive subjects such as Medicine, Veterinary Medicine and Dentistry. 17 graduates continued their education in Oxford and Cambridge University, while 74 made it to UCL, LSE and Imperial College and 16 were admitted by University of Hong Kong and Chinese University of Hong Kong. Applicants should be made aware that Cardiff Sixth Form College maintains a high standard for progression to Year 13 (A2).

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Barnard Castle School is a historical all-through boarding school situated a small market town within the county of Durham, North-east of England. The School currently educates about 650 students, of which about 130 are sixth-formers (Year 12-13). It was the shooting site of BBC comedy show “The Fast Show”. Notable alumni include Giles Deacon (former Gucci Fashion Designer), Edward Mellanby (a pharmacologist who discovered vitamin D) and many international rugby players. Barnard Castle School has won The Good School Guide Awards for its excellent performance in A-levels Classics and Religious Studies.

With more than 600 years of history, Ipswich School is a large scale boarding school with a total of more than 1000 students in its preparatory and senior school. Yet the school only offers full boarding at its senior school (from Year 7 onward). For many years it has ranked favourably in GCSE and A-levels rankings published by UK government and major newspapers . In the past five years (2015-2019), 73% to 81% students scored A*-B in A-levels. With such good academic results, the school is popular among Hong Kong students.

St Andrew’s College, Cambridge is an independent sixth form college in the city of Cambridge, which is run by the same education group behind Cardiff Sixth Form College.

St Andrew’s College, Cambridge offers GCSE, GCE A-levels, and a series of University Foundation programmes that come with as many as 12 study pathways, including Business, International Relations, Law, Art & Design, Architecture, Engineering, Psychology and many more. With so many pathways to choose from, students will be able to focus on the subjects that match their university ambitions.

The major of the class of 2020 studied the University Foundation programmes. The best performing students, who achieved a “Distinction” in their Foundation, were able to progress onto research-intensive universities under the Russell Group, including University of Bristol, Sheffield, Leeds, Southampton, etc. The A-levels class achieved even better results, with 91% of entries graded A*-B in GCE A-levels 2020 and one graduate making into the medical school of University of Leicester.

Christ’s Hospital is historical school with over 460 years of history and a gigantic 1200-acre campus in rural area in West Sussex. It marked history as Britain’s first Bluecoat School – nicknamed for its iconic Blue Coat uniform, which is one of the first school uniforms in the world and is still worn by students today! Academic standard is high and Christ’s Hospital is well known for its music – The CH Band (a marching band) accompanies the School on its annual parade through the City of London on St Matthew’s Day and takes part in the Lord Mayor’s Show each autumn. The band also performed in events that celebrated the Queen’s 90^th birthday! Both GCE A-levels and the International Baccalaureate (IB) are offered in sixth form. In the past five years (2016-2020), A*-B rates in GCE A-levels ranged from 61% to 71%, while IB average scores are between 34.1 to 37.

City of London Freemen’s School is a boarding school run by the City of London Corporation. With excellent track records of academic results, the School is a popular choice among local families. In the past ten years (2010-2019), City of London Freemen’s School saw over 83% of its students getting A*-B grades in GCE A-levels. In 2018, ten graduates were successful with their application to University of Oxford and University of Cambridge. Notable alumni include British actor Andrew Garfield (known for his role playing Spider-Man) and Joe Strummer (front-man of the British band the Clash). Currently over 90% of students in City of London Freemen’s School are local day students and boarding places for international students are very limited. Students are therefore recommended to apply one year in advance.

Application & Exam Arrangement

Students who are interested in enrolling in the September 2022 intake must submit their applications before the deadline (8/10, Friday). Eligible applicants will be invited to an admission interview after passing the entrance exams.

Shrewsbury School is a boarding school with over 460 years of history, situated in the West of England. Originally a boys’ school, Shrewsbury School first admitted girls in 2008 and has now become fully co-educational. It currently educates about 820 students, of which about 400 are sixth-formers (Year 12-13). Performance in public exams has been outstanding. In the past five years (2015-2019), A*-B rates of GCE A-levels were between 68% to 86%.

Whitgift School is a top all boys boarding school with a very advantageous location in London (Zone 5). With the options of GCE A-levels and International Baccalaureate (IB) in sixth form, Whitgift School enjoys a very good reputation in academic work and music and has in the past (2008-2011) been listed as one of the best 50 schools in the UK, out of 3000 schools. In recent years, however, Whitgift School has refused to be included in league tables published by newspapers in the UK – a move employed by many top independent schools to avoid parents paying too much attention on public exam results and overlooking other important aspects of education. That doesn’t mean that Whitgift School has lowered its standard on academic work though. In 2019, the A*-B rate in GCE A-levels remains an impressive 93%. In International Baccalaureate (IB) exams, the average score is 38.6, out of the 45 full marks – results that would have put the School in top positions in any league tables.

In Music, Whitgift School is famous for the orchestra, which collaborated with the The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra in London in 2011 and has performed in many other countries including Japan, Spain, German and more.

Since 2013, Whitgift School has expanded its boarding provision and can now provide more than 100 boarding places – which still does not satisfy the demand, making competition for places extremely fierce. Students are advised to apply two to three years in advance.

Application & Exam Arrangement

Students who are interested in enrolling in the September 2022 intake must submit their applications before the closing dates in accordance to their year groups. Eligible applicants will be invited to an admission interview after passing Whitgift School’s entrance exams.

• Year 9: Applications close on 8/10 (Friday)
• Year 12: Applications close on 8/10 (Friday)

What’s so good about studying in the UK? In addition to small class-size, excellent provision of facilities and more flexible teaching methods, what makes the As in UK student’s report cards? What options do students from the new 334 education system have, to continue their studies in the UK? What makes up the best preparation for progression to the finest universities? How does British boarding school experience benefit students when they apply to universities in Hong Kong? In the seminar, our education consultants will answer all these questions by sharing their own experience in the UK. The seminar is suitable for parents of primary and secondary school students and students themselves, who are interested in studying in the UK.

Content Highlights

• The Education Systems: In what circumstances can Hong Kong students progress to the next year group in the UK? In which year groups does it offer more school options?
• The Boarding School Life: What time is lights out time? What weekend activities are available for boarders? What are these unique school holidays in boarding schools?
• The Public Exams: How do GCSE and A-levels subject choices affect your options in university? What subject combination may bring extra advantages to Hong Kong students?
• GCSE & A-levels Reform: What were being reformed and when? Are the two exams more difficult now than before?
• A brief analysis of Non-Jupas admission data
• The Application Procedures: What should you consider when selecting a boarding school? What criteria are used when boarding schools select students?
• Is it necessary to sit boarding school entrance exams (such as BUSSATs & UKiSet) in advance?

Official Test Centre of Boarding School Entrance Tests

We’re the official test centre of boarding school entrance tests BUSSATs and UKiSet. While BUSSATs and UKiSet are currently now one of the entry requirements of some boarding schools, completing the test doesn’t guarantee exemption from a school’s entrance test. Our education consultants will advise you on whether it’s necessary to take the test.

Details of Event: How can I Watch the Seminar from Home?

The seminar will also be delivered via Zoom. Students and parents can watch the seminar in our office and meet with our education consultants right after the seminar. Alternatively, you can also choose to watch the seminar in the comfort of your own home. Simply indicate your intention to “Watch from Home” in the “Remarks” field when you register, so that we can make appropriate arrangements in advance.

Badminton School is one of the top 100 independent schools as well as a top 10 girls boarding school in the UK. The school is highly competitive and has been the first choice of many students from Hong Kong elite schools. Students are very disciplined in Badminton School and have achieved outstanding exam results, with 73% to 91% of A-levels students getting A*-B (2010-2019). More than 10% of graduates get into Oxbridge each year. Notable alumni include former Prime Minister of India Indira Gandhi, award-winning British writer Dame Iris Murdoch and so on.

Application & Exam Arrangement

Students who are interested in enrolling in the September 2022 intake must submit their applications before the closing dates in accordance to their year groups, together with their UKiSet results before a specific deadline. Eligible applicants will be invited to an admission interview.

• Year 7-8: Applications close on 6/12 (Monday)
• Year 9-10: Applications close on 11/10 (Monday)
• Year 12: Applications close on 4/10 (Monday)

Caterham School is well known for its well mannered and disciplined students as well as its outstanding academic results. For years it has been one of the top options of students coming from top schools in Hong Kong. In 2019, Caterham School is ranked the 53^rd for performance in GCE A-levels examinations. With its advantageous, suburban location in South London, it is only 40 minutes away from Heathrow Airport. A*-B rates in GCE A-levels have been over 85% for 10 consecutive years since 2010, with four years at 90% or above. The majority of teachers live within the school campus and in neighbouring communities, making it possible to provide immediate assistance to any case of emergency.

Application & Exam Arrangement

Students who are interested in enrolling in the September 2022 intake must submit their applications before the closing dates in accordance to their year groups. Eligible applicants will be invited to an admission interview after passing the entrance exams.

• Year 9 & Year 10: Applications close on 18/10 (Monday)
• Year 12: Applications close on 29/10 (Friday)

St Mary’s Music School, Edinburgh is one of the only nine Specialist Music & Dance Schools in the UK and the only one in Scotland. The majority of graduates would continue their music education at university level, progressing to top music schools such as Royal College of Music, Royal Academy of Music, Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, Guildhall, Trinity Laban and alike. Notable alumni include music producer Mike Peden (collaborated with David Bowie, Estelle, etc), folk songstress Daisy Chute and many professional composers and musicians. On her visit to St Mary’s Music School, Edinburgh, our consultant was impressed by its boutique environment, friendly students and staffs and very strong music atmosphere in the campus!

Bournemouth Collegiate School is an all-through day and boarding school in the coastal city of Bournemouth, with boarding starting from Year 7. Visual Arts and Sports education are particularly strong – in addition to a collaboration with neighboring Arts University Bournemouth, the School also runs elite sport programmes in eight sports, including rowing, swimming and football. With a campus that’s just a 5-minute walk away from the coast, Bournemouth Collegiate School offers excellent opportunities for watersports!

A-level Curriculum: Study up to Three Visual Art Subjects!

Bournemouth Collegiate School offers as many as 24 subjects in its A-level curriculum. In the past five years (2015-2019), A*-B rates in GCE A-levels ranged from 47% to 59%. The visual arts is a strong area and the School is one of the few boarding schools that allow students to take visual art-related subjects for all three A-levels. Normally 10% to 20% of graduates would study visual arts, media & communication and other related subject areas in university. Top destinations include Arts University Bournemouth, Central St Martins, London College of Fashion, as well as NABA in Milan, Italy!

Bosworth Independent College is a small-scale day & boarding school in the Midland city of Northampton. Adopting a non-selective admissions policy and an average class size of eight, the College aims to provide personalized teaching for students of different abilities and aspirations. In the past five years (2015-2019), A*-B rates in GCE A-levels were between 63% to 77%. And 27% to 30% of graduates were able to progress to top 15 universities in the UK in the past three years (2017-2019). These include University of Cambridge ^{(studying Law)}, University of Bristol ^{(studying Chemistry, Economics, etc)}, Durham University ^{(studying Law)}, University College London ^{(studying Physics, Engineering, etc)} and many more!

The Medic Programmes: Specialist Support to Medical School Applicants

The extra support that Bosworth Independent College provides through its Medic Programmes includes the usual BMAT and UCAT preparation, weekly workshops, as well as regular topical seminars. The Medic Programmes also offer the opportunity to apply for a full week of work experience at a local NHS hospital, as well as a formal interview with a representative of Nottingham University, which can provide a realistic experience and evaluation of student’s performance. Outcomes is encouraging with successful cases every year in the past five years (2016-2020)!

Handcross Park School officially became a member of the Brighton College Family of Schools in 2011, which symbolises a high standard in education. After the merger, a series of refurbishment work were implemented and have greatly improved its boarding facilities. Handcross Park School was highly praised for its pupils’ achievements and learning by the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI), which gave the top “Excellent” grade in the 2014 inspection report.

Handcross Park School was set up to prepare students for Brighton College (one of UK’s top 50 boarding schools) and other top independent senior schools. In addition to Brighton College, graduates in the past have gone to top schools such as Charterhouse and Harrow – some even received a scholarship!

Box Hill School is a day & boarding school in the beautiful Surrey Hills area of outstanding natural beauty, just outside the south of London, and its 40-acre campus is only 30 minutes away from London Heathrow airport! Admissions starting at Year 7, with the options of GCE A-levels and IB in sixth form, Box Hill School currently educates around 400 students, the majority of which comes from communities in Surrey.

In the past two years (2020-2021), A*-B rates of Box Hill School were at 56%, while IB average points ranged between 33 to 34. The best students from the class of 2021 were able to achieve AAA or better results in A-levels, and two from the IB class achieved over 40 points. University destinations include Cardiff University (Dentistry), as well as top universities such as University of Leeds, University of Sussex, etc. Every year Box Hill School sees a number of students gaining entry into art schools. In the past few years (2018-2021), these destinations include Central St Martins, BIMM Institute, Goldsmiths, Istitute Marangoni, Loughborough University, etc.

School Bus Network & Boarding Options: Full Boarding and other Flexible Boarding Options

In addition to the traditional full boarding options, Box Hill School also offers the option of weekly boarding (staying 5 nights a week) and flexi boarding. For day students, the School runs up to 12 school bus routes, picking up students from nearby communities (such as Sutton, Woking, etc). A small number of students who came from South West London have opted for the weekly boarding option, so that they can minimize commute time while reserving weekends with families – an arrangement that could work for BN(O) families who are planning to relocate to the UK!

Harrogate Ladies’ College is girls’ boarding school in residential area of Harrogate, Yorkshire. The School’s 22-acre campus is within 5-minute walking distance from the town centre. In terms of public exam performance, A*-B rates in GCE A-levels are between 60% to 70% in the past three years (2017-2019). The majority of graduates continue their education at Russell Group universities. Durham, Edinburgh and York are all popular university choices, reflecting a good high academic standard.

Graduates from Harrogate Ladies’ College have had tremendous success in their own industries – they include alumna Laura Winwood who has a master’s degree in Anthropology from the University of Oxford and is now working at Moody’s Corporate. Another example is Dr Sarah Thompson, who now heads the Department of Physics in University of York and was awarded a MBE in 2013 for her contribution to sciences!

One-Year GCSE

Students can join Harrogate Ladies’ College at F.5, by joining the one-year GCSE programmes. Unlike the one-year GCSE programmes in other boarding schools, international students are fully integrated with British students (except in English classes) at Harrogate Ladies’ College to facilitate faster transition.

Mill Hill School is one of the few boarding schools in London (Zone 4) and is famous for its excellence in academic work, sports and music. Graduates of Mill Hill School would go on to study very diverse subjects in universities, which include Medicine, Veterinary Medicine, as well as English Literature, Economics, Music and more. A*-B rates in GCE A-levels were between 65% to 76% in the past five years (2015-2019), consistently within the top 150 to 200 independent schools in the UK. Mill Hill School is the only school in London that runs a golf academy. Students are taught by PGA accredited coaches. Over the year the School has championed in a range of national and regional matches.

After the industrial revolution in the 19^th century, urbanization has brought serious sanitation problems and many frontline health care workers were killed. Epsom College was established with the support of the Royal Family, to take care of the orphans and nurture more heath care workers, which had literally turned the school into a cradle of British medical staff. Today there are still about 10% of graduates progressing onto medicine, pharmacy and other medical related subjects. The competition is high that families should register at least one year in advance.

Application & Exam Arrangement

Students are recommended to complete their UKiSet exam before the closing dates in accordance to their year groups. Eligible applicants will be invited to an admission interview after passing the UKiSet exams.

• Year 7 & 8: 30/11 (Tuesday)
• Year 9 & 10: Subject to Availability. Recommended to apply two years in advance!
• Year 12: 15/10 (Friday)

St Francis’ College is a girls’ day and boarding school in Letchworth Garden City, in the south of England. The College has consistently performed well in public exams, which put it within the top 100-150 independent schools in the UK. Music, performing and visual arts are all focuses in St Francis’ College. The majority of students at St Francis’ College come from professional families from the local community, while boarders from different part of the world make up about 12% of student population.

Every year, about 25 students graduate from St Francis’ College, progressing to a wide range of programmes in different universities. Among these, Medicine, Architecture and Art & Design courses are the more popular options. In the past three years (2017-2019), a total of five graduates gained entry into Oxbridge, eight into Medicine and Veterinary Medicine, while as many as 21 went on to study Architecture and Art & Design – in which four of them made it to top art schools under the University of the Arts London, including Central St Martins! As a whole, over 50% of students would read Sciences in university.

Undergraduate Year One in Top 30 UK universities normally require 544 to 555 in HKDSE, with subject-specific requirement depending on your choices of programmes. If students fall short of such requirement, they can progress through International Year One or University Foundation Courses. These programmes accept entry at 433 to 222 in HKDSE and enable qualified students to progress onto Year 2 and Year 1 of an undergraduate programme in Top 30 UK universities respectively. Students aiming for top universities and highly-competitive subjects such as medicine and actuarial sciences, however, will benefit from the 1-Year A-levels which also allows them to apply to universities in Hong Kong through the Non-Jupas route.

In the seminar, our education consultants will introduce these four options for HKDSE students. Content includes university options, subject options, entry requirements, plus the procedures and important dates of UCAS.

Click to see our university network: Students can apply to over 125 universities and specialist institutions in our university network.

Content Highlights

• How does UCAS work? What are the important dates?
• How to make best use of the five application quotas in your UCAS application?
• Is it possible to have the sixth and the seventh quota?
• Tips on writing a winning personal statement.
• English Requirements and Different Types of IELTS: What’s IELTS for UKVI (Academic)?
• Options of university and academic disciplines in pathway programmes.
• University Foundation Courses that accept applications from F.5 students.
• The option of One-Year A-levels and a brief analysis of Non-Jupas admission data.

Details of Event: How can I Watch the Seminar from Home?

The seminar will also be delivered via Zoom. Students and parents can watch the seminar in our office and meet with our education consultants right after the seminar. Alternatively, you can also choose to watch the seminar in the comfort of your own home. Simply indicate your intention to “Watch from Home” in the “Remarks” field when you register, so that we can make appropriate arrangements in advance.

Sidcot School is a co-educational boarding school with over 300 years of history, located near the coast of the South West of England. Boarders are accepted starting from year 7. GCE A-levels and IB Diploma are both available for sixth-formers. Its campus covers 170 acres of land (approximately 3.5 times bigger than the Victoria’s Park of Hong Kong) and comes with superb facilities. Horse riding has long been part of the School’s tradition and a BHS-approved equestrian Centre is run on-campus.

Dauntsey’s School has a long history of teaching and excellent academic results, which makes the School popular among Hong Kong elite school students. Hong Kong singer Eason Chan is one of its alumni. In the past ten years (2010-2019), there have been five years in which A-levels A*-B rates are at 80% or above.

In Dauntsey’s School, students are provided with a wide variety of adventurous pursuits and are encouraged to develop a strong spirit of adventure. These activities include sailing on board the ‘Jolie Brise’, a sailing ship with over 100 of history owned by Dauntsey’s School, as well as overseas expeditions which have in the past brought teachers and students to destinations such as Scotland, Morocco, India, Romania and many others.

Application & Exam Arrangement

In Dauntsey’s School recommends students who are interested in enrolling in the September 2022 intake to submit their applications before the deadlines listed below, in accordance to their year groups. Eligible applicants will be invited to sit an entrance exam and an admission interview.

• Year 7: Applications close on 18/10 (Monday)
• Year 9: Applications closed for 2022/23. Now welcoming applications for the 2023/24 cohort.
• Year 12: Applications close on 18/10 (Monday)

Caterham School is well known for its well mannered and disciplined students as well as its outstanding academic results. For years it has been one of the top options of students coming from top schools in Hong Kong. In 2019, Caterham School is ranked the 53^rd for performance in GCE A-levels examinations. With its advantageous, suburban location in South London, it is only 40 minutes away from Heathrow Airport. A*-B rates in GCE A-levels have been over 85% for 10 consecutive years since 2010, with four years at 90% or above. The majority of teachers live within the school campus and in neighbouring communities, making it possible to provide immediate assistance to any case of emergency.

Application & Exam Arrangement

Students who are interested in enrolling in the September 2022 intake must submit their applications before the closing dates in accordance to their year groups. Eligible applicants will be invited to an admission interview after passing the entrance exams.

• Year 9 & Year 10: Applications close on 18/10 (Monday)
• Year 12: Applications close on 29/10 (Friday)

d’Overbroeck’s College is a top boarding school in the city of Oxford, which is consistently ranked within top 100 among independent schools for A-levels results and therefore very popular among local and international students. In the past five year (2015-2019), A*-B rates in GCE A-levels ranged from 77% to 87%, and the figures were at 80% or higher in four years!

Students joining d’Overbroeck’s College for Year 9 to Year 11 will join d’Overbroeck’s College international college, where they will study in smaller classes (10 students per class on average), to make the adaptation into the new mode of learning easier. After completing their GCSE in Year 11, students can apply to continue their GCE A-levels in d’Overbroeck’s College, or in other boarding schools in the UK. In sixth form, students will study with day students in d’Overbroeck’s College’s sixth form. For those with an ambition for Oxbridge and medical schools, d’Overbroeck’s College has a d’Overbroeck’s Plus programme in place to provide the extra support and learning activities.

Oxford Sixth Form College (formerly known as Oxford Tutorial College) is an independent sixth form college established in 1988, which is situated next to University of Oxford buildings in the city centre. In addition to its standard GCE A-levels (one-year & two-year programmes) curriculum, Oxford Sixth Form College also offers one-year GCSE and the NCUK foundation programmes that can lead to a degree in one of NCUK’s partner universities, including University of Leeds, University of Manchester, University of Sheffield and more!

King’s School Canterbury is a top boarding school in the historic city of Canterbury in the south east of England. Founded in 597, it’s one of the oldest schools in Britain with long records of outstanding academic results and excellent sport facilities. In the past five years (2015-2019), A*-B rates in GCE A-levels ranged from 75% to 83%, putting the School firmly as one of the top 100 boarding schools in the league tables published by the Telegraph.

King’s School Canterbury, International College

King’s School Canterbury, International College is the international section founded in the 2018/19 academic year, to help academically-able international students transition into top British boarding schools. Studying academic programmes that typically last for one to two years between Year 9 and Year 11, after which students will transfer to mainstream boarding schools to continue their education.

Located in Brighton, one of the most popular tourist destinations in the South of England, Roedean School is a girls’ boarding school famous for its outstanding academic results and diverse provision of activities. There are about 400 students, of which over 60% are boarders. For years (2015-2019) students have achieved excellent results in public exams with 77% to 83% of them achieving A*-B in GCE A-levels. That made Roedean School one of the best 50 to 150 boarding schools in the UK. Outside the classroom, Roedean School provides diverse provision of extracurricular activities. Among many, riding has been a very popular option with 20% of students participating, where they learn to ride in Albourne Riding School near the campus.

Queen Ethelburga’s College aims to be the very best in every aspect of its teaching and boarding provisions. In the past few years, the School saw a rise in academic result, breaking into Britain’s top 10. In 2016 and 2017, it moved up further in league tables into Top 5. It’s one of the few large-scale boarding schools in the UK, with as many as 1600 students, and has become one of the popular options for students who aspire to study in top universities.

Top 10 in GCE A-levels

Over the past few years, the School saw some very impressive improvement in academic result. From 2016 to 2019 it was one of the Top 10 boarding schools in the UK. A*-B rate in GCE A-levels were over 90% for eight consecutive years (2012-2019). In 2019, 80% of students achieved A*-A.

Located in Somerset, the south west of England, Downside School is one of the few co-educational Catholic boarding schools in the UK, with a large population of boarders and over 400 years of history. Surrounded by peaceful green space, its 500-acre campus is situated in rural area near the UNESCO World Heritage Centre of Bath and the great city of Bristol, which is also home to the stunning Downside Abbey Church – and the School was selected as one of the ten most beautiful schools in the UK by the Telegraph (2015).

Downside School has been rapidly developing its STEM curriculum in the past few years – which, quite different from the usual ICT curriculum, aims to go deeper into the fundamentals of computing where students will learn to code and truly learn how computers operate. Downside School has a consistent track record of outstanding public exam results. In the past five years (2015-2019), A*-B rates in A-levels were in the 61% to 79% range, while 83% of entries were rated A*-B in 2020. Throughout its long history, Downside School has educated a good number of notable alumni in Britain’s politics and business sector, which also include Alistair Asprey the former Secretary for Security of Hong Kong.

Padworth College is an international boarding school located in rural area near the city of Reading, about 45 minutes away from London Heathrow airport. Occupying a grade-II listed building, it now teaches students from 30 different countries and regions. Padworth College was founded in 1963 by Oxford university tutors, with the aim to bring tutorial teaching to school-level education. Today Padworth College remains true to its founding principles, providing small class sizes and weekly meetings with personal tutors to help students with the difficulties they face in their academic and everyday life. In addition to standard British curriculum, Padworth College also runs a 1-Year GCSE programmes which is a good bridging course for F.4 students from Hong Kong. Students on the 1-Year GCSE programmes will be able to take up to six subjects, from English, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Art & Design, Business Studies and more.

Oswestry School is one of England’s oldest schools that stands on the edge of a safe, typically English, old-fashioned market town surrounded by beautiful countryside. The school has good academic records and high standard in music, drama and the arts. Notable alumni include some renowned poets, artists and Jo Walton – the Hugo award winner.

While admission is non-selective, exam results have remained excellent throughout the years. In the past five years (2015-2019), A*-B rates at A-levels ranges from 34% to 64%.

1-Year GCSE

The one-year GCSE programme is a popular bridging programme before overseas students joined mainstream classes, suitable for F.4 students in Hong Kong. Students who study the programme in Oswestry School will be able to join the mainstream school as part of the normal timetable, in order to ensure they experience a typical English boarding school environment.

Bishopstrow College is an international study centre in the South West of England that aims to provide the best preparation to international students before they attend a mainstream boarding school. These preparatory courses are available from Year 3 and Year 11, and come with flexible start dates in September, January or April. Normally students will go on to a mainstream boarding school after spending 1-4 terms in Bishopstrow College. For able students who are hindered by their English proficiency, spending a year at Bishopstrow College can enhance their chances in getting in top boarding schools. In the past, leavers’ destinations have included many top boarding schools, such as Badminton School, Concord College, Harrow School, Wellington College, etc.

Top 5% English School by British Council

Improving English proficiency is key to an education in an International Study Centre (ISC). It’s also especially important for international students that the curriculums are designed for non-native English speakers! At Bishopstrow College, parents can stay ensured of its standard of English lessons as it’s rated as one of the top 5% of English Schools by inspection reports of British Council – the same rating as the English learning centres in University of Sheffield and University of Liverpool!

Located in the famous historic city of Bath, Kingswood School has been highly rated by Ofsted Inspection Report. Among many things, teaching, sports facilities and boarding facilities are exceptionally outstanding. About 2/3 teaching staff live inside the campus. Relationship between teachers and students is close. Achievement in public exams is usually exceptional, with 67% of students gaining A*-B in GCE A-levels 2019. Kingswood School only offers a limited number of places to Hong Kong and Chinese students. Early application is highly recommended.

Application & Exam Arrangement

Students who are interested in enrolling in the September 2022 intake must submit a school report to Kingswood School for preliminary assessment. Eligible students will be informed for further assessments and are required to submit their applications on or before the specified deadlines in accordance to their year groups.

• Year 7: Applications close on 22/10 (Friday)
• Year 9: Applications close on 7/1 (Friday)
• Year 12: Applications close on 22/10 (Friday)

From our experience, since Kingswood School only offers a limited number of places to Hong Kong and Chinese students, school places can be fully filled very early. Parents are therefore recommended to submit school reports to Kingswood School for preliminary assessment early to avoid disappointment.

What’s so good about studying in the UK? In addition to small class-size, excellent provision of facilities and more flexible teaching methods, what makes the As in UK student’s report cards? What options do students from the new 334 education system have, to continue their studies in the UK? What makes up the best preparation for progression to the finest universities? How does British boarding school experience benefit students when they apply to universities in Hong Kong? In the seminar, our education consultants will answer all these questions by sharing their own experience in the UK. The seminar is suitable for parents of primary and secondary school students and students themselves, who are interested in studying in the UK.

Content Highlights

• The Education Systems: In what circumstances can Hong Kong students progress to the next year group in the UK? In which year groups does it offer more school options?
• The Boarding School Life: What time is lights out time? What weekend activities are available for boarders? What are these unique school holidays in boarding schools?
• The Public Exams: How do GCSE and A-levels subject choices affect your options in university? What subject combination may bring extra advantages to Hong Kong students?
• GCSE & A-levels Reform: What were being reformed and when? Are the two exams more difficult now than before?
• A brief analysis of Non-Jupas admission data
• The Application Procedures: What should you consider when selecting a boarding school? What criteria are used when boarding schools select students?
• Is it necessary to sit boarding school entrance exams (such as BUSSATs & UKiSet) in advance?

Official Test Centre of Boarding School Entrance Tests

We’re the official test centre of boarding school entrance tests BUSSATs and UKiSet. While BUSSATs and UKiSet are currently now one of the entry requirements of some boarding schools, completing the test doesn’t guarantee exemption from a school’s entrance test. Our education consultants will advise you on whether it’s necessary to take the test.

Details of Event: How can I Watch the Seminar from Home?

The seminar will also be delivered via Zoom. Students and parents can watch the seminar in our office and meet with our education consultants right after the seminar. Alternatively, you can also choose to watch the seminar in the comfort of your own home. Simply indicate your intention to “Watch from Home” in the “Remarks” field when you register, so that we can make appropriate arrangements in advance.

Ranked the 172^rd globally (QS 2021) and the 9^th in the UK, the University of Bath has earned excellent reputation in slightly over 50 years since it establishment. In the 25 different academic disciplines that the University teaches, 16 of them are ranked among top 10 in the UK. University of Bath is not only home to Britain’s number one Architecture degrees, its Sports Science, Psychology, Accounting & Finance, Business Studies, Civil Engineering and Mechanical Engineering degrees are all among top 5 in the UK!

The BSc (Hons) Architecture is a 4-year programme with two half-year placements, which is especially beneficial to international students as their placement arrangement won’t be limited by visa issues, making the programme a very good choice for students who aim to gain professional experience in the UK!

In Social Science, the University of Bath runs a broad-learning BSc (Hons) Social Sciences alongside more traditional stand-alone degrees in Sociology, Criminology and Social Policy. BSc (Hons) Social Sciences allow students to mix and match over half of its teaching modules from a wide range of electives across different disciplines in social sciences. Students will therefore to be able to tailor a degree according to their academic interest, as they gain deeper knowledge in the discipline!

Subjects of Strength ^{(Subject Ranking)}

University of Reading is ranked the 205^th globally (QS 2021) and the 31^st in the UK. Its business school (Hanley Business School) comes 38^th in the European Business School Ranking (FT 2020). The University offers collaborative Accounting degrees with PwC – one of the Big 4 accounting firms in the world. Entry requirement is high, but students from the programmes will enjoy guaranteed work placements with PwC, and if they achieve a 2:1 and impress on their work placements they will be likely to be offered a permanent job with PwC – which is a very valuable option for students who aspire to become an accountant, especially those who want to pursue a career in the UK after graduation! In addition to applying directly for year one, students can now progress onto the degree via a university foundation.

Building & Surveying, Film Studies, Design and Meteorology are also among the university’s most reputable disciplines. Not only is University of Reading the first UK university to offer Typography and Film Studies, its master’s programmes in Typography are considered one of the best in the world. Many contemporary font designs of our age are created by graduates from University of Reading – these include Calibri (created by Luc(as) de Groot), Comic Sans (created by Vincent Connare) and many more!

Featured Programmes ^Abstract

• BA (Hons) Accounting and Business – The Flying Start Degree Programme ^{(in collaboration with PwC)}
• BA (Hons) Fine Art
• BA (Hons) Graphic Communication
• BSc (Hons) Mathematics & Meteorology
• BSc (Hons) Meteorology & Climate
• BSc (Hons) Building Surveying
• BSc (Hons) Quantity Surveying
• MA Communication Design: Graphic Design Pathway
• MA Communication Design: Information Design Pathway
• MA Communication Design: Typeface Design Pathway
• MSc Applied Meteorology

Subjects of Strength ^{(Subject Ranking)}

Set in a city campus within the city of Liverpool, which is known for many in the world for music of the Beatles and its football club, University of Liverpool is a Russell Group research-led university now ranked the 163^rd in the world (THE 2021), the 29^th in the UK. The University is strong in medical-related subjects, sciences and the humanities, in which Physiotherapy, Radiography, Architecture and Town Planning are among its strongest! An advocate of interdisciplinary learning, University of Liverpool has introduced the ‘Honours Select’ system, which allows students the flexibility to choose from studying a single-honours degree programme (meaning devoting 100% of your time to one discipline), a major/minor (75%/25%) programme and a dual-honours (50%/50%) programme. The ‘Honours Select’ system now covers disciplines such as Archaeology, Business Studies, Communication & Media, Criminology, Economics, English, History, Law, Music, Philosophy, Politics & International Relations, Sociology and more! Notable alumni include nine Nobel laureates, Tung Chin Wah (former Chief Executive of Hong Kong) and Anson Chan (former Chief Secretary of Hong Kong).

Subjects of Strength ^{(Subject Ranking)}

Abingdon School is a top UK boys’ boarding school in Oxfordshire where students are not only good in academic, but also in sports and the arts. With its strict admission criteria, the school usually only considers applications of Hong Kong elite school students.

Like many top independent schools, Abingdon School has refused to be included in school league tables, to avoid parents paying too much attention on public exam results and overlooking other important aspects of education. The school continues to perform exceptionally well in GCE A-levels that in the past ten years (2010-2019) A*-B rates were over 83%. In 2019, Abingdon School saw eleven of its graduates continue their education in Oxbridge, while the majority went to top universities such as Durham, Exeter, Bristol, Imperial College, UCL, etc.

Application & Exam Arrangement

Abingdon School recommends students who are interested in enrolling in the September 2022 intake to submit their applications before the deadlines listed below, in accordance to their year groups. Eligible applicants will be invited to sit an entrance exam and an admission interview.

• Year 7: Applications close on 29/10 (Friday)
• Year 9: Applications closed for 2022/23. Now welcoming applications for the 2024/25 cohort.
• Year 10: Applications close on 29/10 (Friday)
• Year 12: Applications close on 30/9 (Thursday)

Caterham School is well known for its well mannered and disciplined students as well as its outstanding academic results. For years it has been one of the top options of students coming from top schools in Hong Kong. In 2019, Caterham School is ranked the 53^rd for performance in GCE A-levels examinations. With its advantageous, suburban location in South London, it is only 40 minutes away from Heathrow Airport. A*-B rates in GCE A-levels have been over 85% for 10 consecutive years since 2010, with four years at 90% or above. The majority of teachers live within the school campus and in neighbouring communities, making it possible to provide immediate assistance to any case of emergency.

Application & Exam Arrangement

Students who are interested in enrolling in the September 2022 intake must submit their applications before the closing dates in accordance to their year groups. Eligible applicants will be invited to an admission interview after passing the entrance exams.

• Year 9 & Year 10: Applications close on 18/10 (Monday)
• Year 12: Applications close on 29/10 (Friday)

Bishop’s Stortford College is a very all-rounded boarding school in the town of Bishop’s Stortford in Hertfordshire, that comes with exceptional exam results, a spacious campus and lots of opportunities in sports, music, the arts and other extracurricular activities. There are Eilte Sports Programmes in Swimming, Tennis and Hockey. In the past five year (2016-2020), Bishop’s Stortford College produced a total of 25 Oxbridge students, with many continuing their education in specialist art schools and music schools. Notable alumni include Charli XCX (English singer and songwriter), James Duthie (Team GB coach for Hockey), Stephen Lander (former Director-General of MI5), as well as John Rae (former Headmaster of Westminster School). As there are only 50 places for international students, competition of places is extremely fierce. Prospective students are advised to apply at least one year in advance.

Application & Exam Arrangement

Bishop’s Stortford College recommends students who are interested in enrolling in the September 2022 intake to submit their applications before the deadlines listed below, in accordance to their year groups. Eligible applicants will be invited to sit an entrance exam and an admission interview.

• Year 6: Applications close on 29/10 (Friday)
• Year 7: Applications close on 29/10 (Friday)
• Year 9: Applications close on 29/10 (Friday)
• Year 12: Applications close on 29/10 (Friday)

St Peter’s School is a top boarding school in Yorkshire, with a long history that can be traced back to 627. In terms of public exam results, St Peter’s School is usually ranked among the Top 50-150 of independent schools in the UK. In the past ten years (2010-2019), A*-B rates are over 80% in eight years! Every year St Peter’s School has students gaining entry into Oxbridge. Entry standards are high and students are expected to have excellent fluency in English.

Application & Exam Arrangement

St Peter’s School recommends students who are interested in enrolling in the September 2022 intake to submit their applications before the deadlines listed below, in accordance to their year groups. Eligible applicants will be invited to sit an entrance exam and an admission interview.

• Year 7: Applications close on 31/12 (Friday)
• Year 9: Applications close on 31/12 (Friday)
• Year 12: Applications close on 29/10 (Friday)

From our experience, places in the senior school can be fully filled very early. Parents are therefore recommended to submit school reports to St Peter’s School for preliminary assessment early to avoid disappointment.

Based in the vibrant and multicultural city of Manchester, Manchester Metropolitan University (Manchester Met) is home to one of the UK’s largest and oldest art schools. With over 180 years of history, Manchester School of Art is long-established and currently teaches around 3,700 students. Graduates are widely employed in the art and design circle in the UK, including Thomas Heatherwick the designer of the UK pavilion at the Shanghai Expo 2010, L. S. Lowry the legendary British painter, as well as graphic designer Peter Saville.

Manchester Met offers a diverse range of art, design and fashion courses that include Fine Art, Graphic Design, Performance, Fashion Design (menswear, womenswear and sportswear), Architecture, Product Design, Fashion Business, Design Innovation, Illustration, Textile and many more.

BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy:
Head of Physical Therapies of Manchester United as part of Teaching Team

With a minimum of 1000 hours of placement, the BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy in Manchester Metropolitan University (Manchester Met) is a HCPC and CSP-accredited qualification, which means that graduates are eligible to register as a UK physiotherapist after graduation. The qualification is also included in the Quotable Qualifications list of the Physiotherapists Board Hong Kong, and graduates are eligible to register as a physiotherapist in Hong Kong, after they became a UK-registered physiotherapist. The University runs an on-site Physiotherapy clinic which is open to the public and offers the opportunity for students to work on real cases under supervision!

In addition to medical institutions, football clubs, performing arts groups and schools in the UK hire their own physiotherapists which gives graduates diverse job opportunities. Alongside his teaching role, Professor Michael Callaghan is also Head of Physical Therapies in Manchester United and has been part of the medical teams at five Olympic Games and five Commonwealth Games – a demonstration of the diverse job opportunities in the UK.

Subjects of Strength ^{(Subject Ranking)}

Ranked the 267^th globally (QS 2021) and the 39^th in the UK, University of Surrey is a leading educator in Hospitality & Tourism and Animal Science with a new veterinary school opened in the 2014/15 academic year. Most of its undergraduate programmes involve a year-long placement. With improving student satisfaction level, University of Surrey was named the 2016 University of the Year by the Times in praise of the good balance between research and teaching quality!

Details of Event: Biological Sciences & Other Subjects

Prospective students and parents will be able to meet with Dr Lorenzo Santorelli, Programme Leader for our BSc (Hons) Biological Sciences, and an admissions representative from University of Surrey via Zoom to obtain admissions information. This information day is suitable for students interested in Biological Sciecnes and other disciplines available in University of Surrey.

Subjects of Strength ^{(Subject Ranking)}

The Manchester School of Architecture (jointly administered by Manchester Metropolitan University (Manchester Met) and University of Manchester) is a world-famous architecture school with star alumni such as prolific architect Norman Foster, as well as Roland Paoletti, chief architect who oversaw the early construction of Hong Kong’s MTR network. Manchester School of Architecture has been named one of the top 10 architecture schools in the world for four consecutive years by QS World University Ranking (2017-2020).

The seaside resort Brighton in the South of England is now more than a famous tourist destination, but also an important cluster of the creative industries near London. The University of Brighton has long enjoyed a reputation in Art and Design and is well-known for its Fashion Design, Architecture and Graphic Design. It has been constantly regarded as one of the top 50 fashion schools in the world by popular fashion website “Fashionista”. In recent years, other disciplines such as Sports Science and Hospitality & Tourism are enjoying a growing reputation. University of Brighton also offers foundation programmes that can lead to a degree in Podiatry, which suits students who are interested in medical related disciplines!

Subjects of Strength ^{(Subject Ranking)}

Chigwell School is a school with excellent academic reputation that comes with a 100-acre campus within reach of the London tube network (Zone 4). To local British students Chigwell School is an all-through school, while to international students it means extremely fierce competition for places as boarding provision is only available in sixth form, which only offers about 30 boarding places.

Chigwell’s prep school and senior school educate about 900 students, with about 450 in the senior school. Its academic records are excellent. In the ten years (2010-2019), A*-B rates in GCE A-levels range from 74% to 86%. Chigwell School is frequently ranked within Top 100-150 among other independent schools.

Application & Exam Arrangement

Students who are interested in enrolling in the September 2022 intake must submit their applications before the closing dates in accordance to their year groups. Eligible applicants will be invited to an admission interview after passing the entrance exams.

• Year 12: Applications close on 2/11 (Tuesday)

ACS International Schools is one of London’s largest international schools, with three campuses in rural area West of London which are all merely 30 minutes away from London Heathrow Airport and London city centre:

• ACS Cobham International School (Day & Boarding School, with day provision from Year 1 to Year 13)
• ACS Egham International School (Day School for Year 1 to Year 13)
• ACS Hillingdon International School (Day School for Year 1 to Year 13)