University Admissions

Stand Out in a Competitive Process

Securing a place at an elite UK university requires more than top grades. It demands clarity of purpose, a compelling personal story and strategic preparation across every stage of the process.

Whether you are targeting Oxford, Cambridge or any other university, we provide step-by-step guidance, from course selection and personal statement development to admissions tests and interviews.

Admission to a top UK university demands excellence across every stage of the process.

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Every student we work with receives a fully personalised programme.

From the first consultation, we design a strategic plan that aligns with your goals, subject interests and application timeline.

How We Support You

🎓 University Selection

Identify the best-fit courses and institutions based on your academic profile, interests and career goals.

✍️ Personal Statement Development

One-on-one support to craft a statement that is authentic and highlights your unique strengths and passion.

🧠 Admissions Test Preparation

Targeted preparation focused on your specific test, with ongoing performance tracking.

🎙️ Interview Coaching

Individual mock interviews with tailored feedback to build your confidence and improve delivery.

The Application Journey

Timeline infographic showing key dates and events for UCAS application, Oxbridge admissions tests, and offers from June to end of March, with milestones including deadlines, interviews, and offer responses.

Additional Application Requirements: Cambridge & Oxford

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My Cambridge Application

After submitting a UCAS application, all Cambridge applicants must complete an additional form, known as My Cambridge Application, which includes an optional Cambridge-specific personal statement.

This is a valuable opportunity to provide new, targeted insights that go beyond the UCAS statement, demonstrating genuine academic interest and alignment with the course.

At First Class, we help students make the most of this by:

  • Expanding on their motivation for choosing Cambridge

  • Showcasing academic interests and supercurriculars not fully covered in their UCAS statement

  • Highlighting specific features of the course or university

We also support international families with transcript uploads, funding details and English language requirements, ensuring everything is submitted correctly and on time.

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Oxford Written Work Requirements

While Oxford does not require a supplementary questionnaire, many Oxford courses (especially in the Humanities and Social Sciences) require applicants to submit samples of written work after UCAS submission.

These essays are used to assess critical thinking, subject understanding and writing ability.

We guide students through:

  • Selecting appropriate essays that showcase academic potential

  • Refining and editing work to meet Oxford’s quality standards

  • Writing commentary or context where required.

Ready to Begin? Let’s Build Your Plan.

Get in touch to discuss a bespoke programme tailored to your goals.

enquiries@firstclasseducation.org.uk