In today’s highly competitive environment, Britain’s top universities of Oxford and Cambridge (collectively referred to as Oxbridge) are seeking academically successful candidates who stand out from the rest and can effectively demonstrate the passion for their subject.
Our dedicated Oxbridge support programme offers a range of activities, including mock interviews with Oxbridge academics and preparation for entrance exams, to ensure that you are well-prepared and your application is the best it can be.
| | Total number of applicants (2019) | Total number of places (2019) | Applications
per place | The Times and Sunday Times Ranking 2021 | CATS
placements |
|---|
| Cambridge University | 19,359 | 3,528 | 5.5 | 1 | 11 |
| Oxford University | c.23,000 | c.3,300 | 7 | 2 | 2 |
Key Professions Oxbridge preparation is designed to stretch your passion and commitment to your subject, while also offering additional support and advice.
Key features
- One-to-one preparation for university interviews, including mock interviews with Oxbridge academics.
- Assistance writing personal statements tailored for Oxbridge.
- Preparation for university entrance exams.
- Seminars and workshops with Admissions Tutors and academic staff on what they look for in an application and how to prepare for interview.
- Oxbridge-focused tuition to ensure offers are achieved.
- Improvement of leadership, critical thinking, motivation and management skills through a variety of challenges and clubs, including the Duke of Edinburgh Award, Olympiad challenges and weekly debating clubs.
- Oxbridge open days and tours.
Student Success
| Nationality | Programme | Grade | Destination | Degree |
|---|
| Polish | A level | A*A*A* | Cambridge | Mathematics |
| Ukrainian | A level | A*A*A* | Cambridge | Engineering |
| Italian | A level | A*A*A*A* | Oxford | Chemistry |
| Ukrainian | A level | A*A*B | Cambridge | Mathematics |
| Albanian | A level | A*A*A*A* | Cambridge | Economics |
| Albanian | IB | 41 | Oxford | Experimental Psychology |
| Spanish | IB | 39 | Cambridge | Human, Social and Political Sciences |
| Hong Kong Chinese | A level | A*A*A*A* | Cambridge | Natural Sciences |
| Ukrainian | A level | A*A*A*A* | Cambridge | Natural Sciences |
| French | Fast-track A level | A*A*A | Cambridge | Modern and Medieval Languages |
| American | A level | A*A*A* | Cambridge | Natural Sciences |
| Chinese | A level | AAAB | Cambridge | Mathematics |
| Japanese | A level | A*A*A*A* | Cambridge | Veterinary Medicine |
| Vietnamese | A level | A*A*A*A* | Cambridge | Natural Sciences |
| South Korean | A level | A*A*A | Cambridge | Economics |
A degree in Business can be a stepping stone to a highly successful career in finance, accounting, management or economics. Career opportunities are available across virtually all sectors, which means business graduates are always in high demand across the world.
Gain a competitive advantage
London Guildhouse School Bloomberg Business Lab helps you prepare for a career in business. With 15 Bloomberg Terminals, you can access the same information as leading decision-makers in business, finance and government, giving you highly employable skills.
Develop your skills
Analysis | Communication | Numeracy | Problem-solving | Teamwork
Research your career
Find your dream job through workshops and seminars from the world of business and finance. Join our business clubs and receive one-to-one guidance to help you discover your pathway. Typical careers:
- Chief Executive
- Economist
- Entrepreneur
- Investment Analyst
- Stockbroker
Our Higher Education Advisers will help you find the perfect degree course for you. Typical degrees:
- Accounting and Finance
- Business and Management
- Economics
- International Business
- Investment and Financial Risk Management
- Marketing and Management
Plan your route
Choose your subjects
Universities usually prefer Mathematics along with Business Studies or Economics. Some like an essay-writing subject, such as History or Psychology. We offer:
- Business Studies
- Economics
- History
- Mathematics
- Psychology.
Develop your skills
Applying to university
- Receive one-to-one advice on applying to university.
- Enjoy public lectures at top business schools, such as LSE, UCL and CASS Business School.
- Experience workshops hosted by various universities, such as HULT, Royal Holloway and Surrey University.
Career preparation
- Join the Investment Club to understand the techniques employed by investors to maximise returns through simulated trading projects.
- Participate in the Young Enterprise Club to develop your business skills by learning how to set up and run a business.
- We work in partnership with United World Schools (UWS), giving students the opportunity to work on various entrepreneurial projects that raise funds for and awareness of UWS‘s mission of building and maintaining educational provision for disadvantaged children in less economically developed countries.
- Attend online seminars hosted by UK-based entrepreneurs.
Personal development
- Learn how to use a Bloomberg Terminal to analyse financial markets in the London Guildhouse school Bloomberg Business Lab.
- Take Bloomberg Market Concepts, a 12-hour, self-paced e-learning course that provides an interactive introduction to the financial markets.
- Participate in sector-specific professional activities, such as a workshop by the Institute of Chartered Accountants on commercial awareness.
- Receive continuous support to improve literacy and numeracy skills desirable by universities and future employers.
Student success
| Nationality | Programme | Destination | Degree | Ranking* |
|---|
| Mexican | IB | University of St Andrews | Financial Economics | 3 |
| Greek | A level | LSE | Management | 4 |
| South Korean | A level | UCL | Economics | 8 |
| Chinese | Fast-track A level | UCL | Economics | 8 |
| Malaysian | Fast-track UFP | University of Exeter | Accounting and Finance | 12 |
| Belgian | A level | University of Exeter | Economics | 12 |
| Russian | A level | University of Manchester | Business Accounting | 18 |
| Thai | UFP | University of York | Economics | 20 |
| Hong Kong Chinese | UFP | King’s College London | International Management | 30 |
Working in healthcare is varied, exciting and rewarding. There is a range of career paths, which include being a doctor, a biomedical scientist, a nurse or a psychologist. Whatever profession you choose, we will support you on your journey.
Research your career
Find the area of medicine that you love by speaking with our Higher Education Advisers, as well as attending lectures from leading healthcare researchers and medics while studying. Typical careers:
- Anaesthetist
- Doctor
- Neurologist
- Psychiatrist
- Radiologist
- Veterinary Scientist
Our Higher Education Advisers will help you find the perfect degree course for you. Typical degrees:
- Biology with Biotechnology
- Biomedical Science
- Medicine
- Pharmacy
- Psychology with Counselling
- Veterinary Science
Plan your route
Choose your subjects
We recommend you take Chemistry and Biology. Mathematics and Physics are a third option or an essay writing subject, like History or Psychology. We offer:
- Biology
- Chemistry
- History
- Mathematics
- Physics
- Psychology
Develop your skills
Applying to university
- Receive one-to-one advice on applying to university to study medicine.
- Preparation for the BioMedical Admissions Test (BMAT) and the UK Clinical Aptitude Test (UKCAT) – both university entrance tests.
- Visits to medical schools to meet with staff and current undergraduates.
- Be mentored by CATS medicine alumni on the university application process and interview experience.
- Practise Multiple Mini Interviews (MMI), a popular interview method with medical schools.
Career preparation
- Attend healthcare lectures from leading universities, such as Cambridge, Keele, The Royal Veterinary College, St George’s, University of London (SGUL), University of East Anglia (UEA).
- Support arranging suitable voluntary experience at hospitals, care homes, farms and biology labs.
- Visits to local hospitals.
Personal development
- Join the Medics Club.
- Participate in a range of leadership activities, such as the Student Council to develop teamwork and communication skills.
- Join the drama or music club to develop your fluency and public speaking skills.
Student success
| Name | Nationality | Programme | Destination | Degree | Ranking* |
|---|
| Isabela Maria | Italian | A level | Imperial College London | Biochemistry | 5 |
| Fangxin | Chinese | UFP | Durham University | Psychology | 6 |
| Chaoran | Chinese | A level | UCL | Medicinal Chemistry | 8 |
| Daria | Russian | A level | University of Exeter | Medical Sciences | 12 |
| Qiufan | Chinese | UFP | University of Bristol | Pharmacology | 13 |
| Hoang Tram | Vietnamese | UFP | University of East Anglia (UEA) | Pharmacology and Drug Discovery | 21 |
| Heymanya | Malayisian | UFP | Royal Holloway, University of London | Biomedical Sciences | 22 |
| Weronika | Polish | IB | University of Nottingham | Medicine | 26 |
| Syen Yee | Malayisian | A level | Cardiff University | Medicine | 34 |
| Aiya | Kazakh | A level | University of Sussex | Psychology with Neuroscience | 44 |
We provide you with the best preparation for the competitive and demanding Law application process. A law degree can lead to a variety of exciting careers and not just in the law profession. There are many areas that require an understanding of law, such as politics or international relations.
Key features
- Support in choosing the right subjects
- One-to-one university application support
- Preparation for Law National Aptitude Test (LNAT) university entrance exam
- Mock interviews
- Advice regarding your personal statement and any additional work requested by universities
- Talks from university Admissions Tutors from a range of top UK universities
- Opportunities to participate in activities ranging from Duke of Edinburgh’s Award, Olympiad challenges, Model United Nations Conferences, leadership opportunities and weekly debating clubs
- Visiting speakers and trips to magistrates’ courts
Research your career
Through workshops and seminars find out what steps you need to take for a successful career in law or one of the many other career paths in which a law degree is beneficial. Typical careers:
- Barrister
- Detective
- Diplomat
- Politician
- Solicitor
Our Higher Education Advisers will help you find the perfect degree course for you. Typical degrees:
- Criminology
- International Relations
- Law
- Law and Business
- Politics
- Psychology
Plan your route
Choose your subjects
Many universities prefer students not to have studied Law, it certainly isn’t essential. Mathematics is preferred by many universities in addition to an essay-writing subject. We offer:
- English Literature
- History
- Mathematics
- Psychology
- Sociology
Develop your skills
Applying to university
- In one-to-one tutorials, receive advice on all aspects of applying to university to study law – from personal statement guidance to mock interview practise.
- Preparation for the Law National Aptitude Test (LNAT) university entrance exam.
- Visit a range of universities ranked highly for law, such as Birmingham, Durham and Bristol.
Career preparation
- Visit a magistrates’ court and get an introduction to the British legal system.
- Visit a law practice to learn about the justice system from legal professionals.
Personal development
- Participate in the Citizenship Foundation’s Annual Mock Trial Competition to learn how to present fictional legal cases to real judges in a law court, showcasing your verbal reasoning skills.
- Participate in a variety of leadership and debating activities – from the Duke of Edinburgh Award to Olympiad challenges.
Student success
| Name | Nationality | Programme | Destination | Degree | Ranking* |
|---|
| Sung Jae | South Korean | A level | LSE | Philosophy, Politics and Economics | 4 |
| Adrian | Guatemalan | UFP | Durham University | Combined Honours in Social Sciences | 6 |
| Safae | Moroccan | A level | UCL | Law | 8 |
| Makhmudjon | Uzbek | UFP | University of Bath | Politics and International Relations | 9 |
| Weili | Malaysian | A level | University of Bristol | Law | 13 |
| Hamad Essa H S | Qatari | UFP | The University of Edinburgh | Politics | 17 |
| Xiaoya | Chinese | A level | University of Manchester | Law | 18 |
| Tomiris | Kazakh | IB | University of Birmingham | International Relations with Economics | 19 |
| Samantha | American | A level | University of Birmingham | International Law and Globalisation | 19 |
| Obichukwu | Nigerian | A level | University of Birmingham | Law | 26 |
Architecture is a complex, technical and rewarding discipline if you have a curious, creative and visual mind. Whatever career you choose, We will support you on your journey.
Research your career
Discover what it takes to work in architecture through a series of industry-focused workshops and seminars. The creative, visual, technical and design-based skills that you need to develop will open a whole other world of opportunities besides architecture. Typical careers:
- Architect
- Civil Engineer
- Surveyor
- Urban Planner
Our Higher Education Advisers will help you find the perfect degree course for you. Typical degrees:
- Architecture
- Civil Engineering
- Environmental Planning
- Interior Design
Plan your route
Choose your subjects
With Architecture, you can take either an Engineering or Design route. If you choose an Engineering route, you will look at designing processes and making products to solve real-world problems, such as the building of bridges or sustainable homes. Consider a combination of Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics and Psychology. If you choose an Art route, you will look at the design and function of structures. Your portfolio will be essential as part of your university application process. Our recommendation is Art, Physics and Mathematics.
Develop your skills
Applying to university
- Learn how to create an outstanding portfolio.
- Visit a range of universities ranked highly for architecture and design.
Career preparation
- Participate in a variety of creative activities and clubs – from photography to life drawing.
- Exciting field trips to places like the Museum of Brands, Packaging and Advertising, the Design Museum and The Tate Modern.
- Visit architectural places of interest around the UK, such as the Barbican, the Shard, or the colleges of Oxford and Cambridge.
Personal development
- An annual visit to a European city to discover classical architecture.
- Participate in Young Enterprise to develop your business skills – great for those wanting to pursue a career in product design.
Student success
| Name | Nationality | Programme | Destination | Degree | Ranking* |
|---|
| Ajet | Albanian | UFP | Loughborough University | Civil Engineering | 7 |
| Tran Anh Thu | Vietnamese | A level | UCL | Architecture | 8 |
| Ziyang | Chinese | UFP | University of Bristol | Civil Engineering | 13 |
| Timothy | Nigerian | UFP | University of York | Environment, Economics and Ecology | 20 |
| Thanaporn | Thai | A level | Swansea University | Materials Science and Engineering | 36 |
| Theo | Romanian | Fast-track A level | University of Portsmouth | Architecture | 72 |
Engineering covers many disciplines that touch virtually all aspects of modern life – from construction to car design – which means that Engineers are in high demand around the world.
Key Features
- One-to-one university application support
- Mock interviews
- Advice regarding your personal statement and any additional work requested by universities
- Talks from university Admissions Tutors
- Opportunities to participate in activities ranging from Duke of Edinburgh’s Award, Olympiad challenges
- The opportunity to apply for work placements
- Join the robotics club and compete against other schools using a robot your team has built and programmed (Cambridge)
- Learn how to code in languages such as Python (Cambridge)
- Visits to the Science Museum in London and the Museum of Technology in Cambridge
- A residential trip to Barcelona (London)
- A lively series of talks on and off site to provide breadth and depth to your knowledge and understanding (London)
From robotics and artificial intelligence (AI) to medical technology and driverless cars, engineering is shaping our future. Find the area of engineering that you love through our lectures, workshops, and seminars. Typical careers:
- Aerospace Engineer
- Architect
- Biomedical Engineer
- Chemical Engineer
- Civil Engineer
- Mechanical Engineer
Our Higher Education Advisers will help you find the perfect degree course for you. Typical degrees:
- Aerospace Engineering
- Architecture
- Automotive Engineering
- Biomedical Engineering
- Chemical Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Engineering Mathematics
Plan your route
Choose your subjects
Mathematics and Physics are essential. The third subject depends on what strand of engineering you choose – it could be a science, social science or even a humanity. We offer:
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Mathematics
- Physics
- Psychology
Develop your skills
Applying to university
- In one-to-one tutorials, receive advice on all aspects of applying to university to study engineering.
- Visit a range of universities ranked highly for engineering, such as the University of Surrey and the University of Bristol.
Career preparation
- Participate in a variety of workshops and seminars to develop your interest.
- Receive exam preparation, depending on your type of engineering course.
- Visit places of interest, such as the University of Cambridge’s Department of Engineering.
Personal development
- To develop your knowledge of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Maths) subjects outside of the classroom, participate in STEM, robotics and/or coding clubs and Olympiads and/or Maths Challenge competitions.
- Attend seminars and workshops to discover your passion for engineering.
- Enter Physics and Chemistry Olympiads and Maths Challenge competitions to develop your knowledge.
Student success
| Name | Nationality | Programme | Destination | Degree | Ranking* |
|---|
| Hanwen | Chinese | A level | UCL | Engineering (Electronic and Electrical) | 8 |
| Mingyao | Chinese | Fast-track UFP | University of Exeter | Electronic Engineering | 12 |
| Minseok | South Korean | A level | University of Bristol | Aerospace Engineering | 13 |
| Elif Duru | Turkish | A level | University of Manchester | Mechanical Engineering | 18 |
| Jiayi | Chinese | UFP | University of Birmingham | Mechanical Engineering | 19 |
| Oluwafolahan | Irish | A level | University of Nottingham | Chemical Engineering | 26 |
| Tricia | Malaysian | A level | King’s College London | Biomedical Engineering | 30 |
| Alexandre | French | UFP | King’s College London | Biomedical Engineering | 30 |
| May | Malaysian | UFP | Swansea University | Aerospace Engineering | 36 |
Computer technologies are more important then ever in a digital world, this makes a degree in Computer Science an attractive choice. Also, studying Computer Science will give you many technical skills highly valued by employers, from understanding code to programming and problem solving.
Research your career
Careers in Computer Science are wide and varied. Attend seminars and workshops with industry experts to discover the area of Computer Science that is right for you. Typical careers:
- Big Data Engineer
- Blockchain Developer
- Cyber Security Specialist
- Data Security Analyst
- Machine Learning Engineer
- Systems Architect
Our Higher Education Advisers will help you find the perfect degree course for you. Typical degrees:
- Artificial Intelligence
- Computer Games Programming
- Computer Science
- Cyber Security
- Software Engineering
Plan your route
Choose your subjects
Universities do not require a Computer Science qualification for entry, but Mathematics is essential, and Physics often preferred, as well as other subjects that display clear and logical thinking or a social science for some courses. We offer:
- Chemistry
- Economics
- Mathematics
- Physics
- Psychology
- Sociology
Develop your skills
Applying to university
- Receive one-to-one advice on applying to university.
- Enjoy lectures at top universities, such as LSE and CASS Business School.
Career preparation
- Attend seminars and workshops to discover your passion for Computer Science.
- Visit places of interest such as the Cambridge Museum of Computing or Bletchley Park – the home of UK code-breaking.
Personal development
- Participate in Young Enterprise to develop your problem-solving skills.
- Participate in Robotics Club and Coding Club to develop your knowledge outside of the classroom.
Student success
| Name | Nationality | Programme | Destination | Degree | Ranking* |
|---|
| Kamyar | Iranian | A level | University of St Andrews | Computer Science | 3 |
| Tran Gia An | Vietnamese | A level | Loughborough University | Computer Science | 7 |
| Junmin | South Korean | A level | UCL | Computer Science | 8 |
| Dias | Kazakh | Fast-track A level | University of Exeter | Computer Science | 12 |
| Yihang | Chinese | Fast-track UFP | University of Bristol | Computer Science and Electronics | 13 |
| Ghali | Spanish | A level | The University of Edinburgh | Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence | 17 |
| Ouxiang | Chinese | Fast-track UFP | University of Manchester | Computer Science | 18 |
| Qikai | Chinese | UFP | University of Liverpool | Computer Science with Software Development | 29 |
| Ekaterina | Maltese | A level | Queen Mary University of London | Computer Science and Mathematics | 41 |
