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Higher Education Support at St Ignatius College
At St Ignatius College, we are proud of our students' aspirations and achievements in progressing to Higher Education. In 2025, over 75% of our Year 13 students secured places at their first-choice universities, with many gaining admissions to prestigious Russell Group institutions including Oxford university. Others chose respected academic universities such as Aston, Loughborough, Kent, Essex, Sussex, and Brunel. Our students pursue a wide range of courses including Mathematics, Medicine, Economics, Law, and Physics, always guided by the principle of choosing the right course at the right university for them. We were successful in securing degree apprenticeships for 5 students in 2025.
Comprehensive Support from Year 12
Our Higher Education programme begins in Year 12 and is designed to provide personalised and structured support throughout the UCAS process. Key features include:
- Weekly Academic Enrichment: All Year 12 students participate in weekly sessions aimed at deepening subject knowledge, developing critical thinking, and preparing for university-level study.
- UCAS Guidance: Students receive tailored support with personal statements, course choices, and university selection. We ensure references and predicted grades are finalised in time for early applications.
- Tutorial Programme: Dedicated tutorial time is used to explore university pathways, complete preparatory tasks, and engage with online learning platforms such as MOOCs.
- Higher Education Week: Held in the summer term, this includes university visits, guest speakers, and alumni panels to inspire and inform students about their options.
- University Engagement: Students are encouraged to attend open days and lectures at London universities to gain firsthand experience of academic life.
Specialist Support for Competitive Pathways
We offer targeted support for students applying to highly competitive courses and institutions:
- Oxbridge Preparation: Students identified in Year 12 receive bespoke guidance, including interview practice, admissions test preparation, visits to Oxford and Cambridge, and access to workshops. This year, we are proud to host an Oxbridge workshop for local schools.
- Medicine Applicants: Our support includes guidance on UCAT/BMAT preparation, interview coaching, and help securing relevant work experience.
- Entrance Exams & Interviews: Students applying to courses requiring additional assessments or interviews receive focused preparation to help them succeed.
- The Brilliant Club: Selected students take part in this prestigious programme, working with PhD tutors to produce undergraduate-level research projects—an invaluable insight into academic study.
Our aim is to ensure every student is equipped with the knowledge, confidence, and support to make informed decisions and submit high-quality applications.
Parent Guide to UCAS 2026
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