'Oxbridge' and Medical School Preparation

These institutions are some of the most competitive in the world. That's why at Bellerbys College we offer Oxbridge and medical school preparation to the best students on our A Level Programme.

'Oxbridge' Preparation

Ancient, historic and regarded globally as the pinnacle of degree-level studies, Oxford and Cambridge are the UK's two premier universities with worldwide reputations for academic excellence. Our Oxbridge preparation includes:

• Regular formal discussions about current affairs, news and events to develop cultural enrichment and communication skills
• Continuous assessment of work progress in homework, tests and examinations to maintain required standards
• Preparation for university face-to-face interviews, which includes the opportunity to discuss interview techniques and meet former Bellerbys students studying at Oxford or Cambridge
• Weekly 'Insights Into Western Philosophy' seminars
• Additional classes in Maths, Economics and Physics for students applying for these subjects and who may have to take a STEP (Sixth Term Examination Paper) or the AEA (Advanced Extension Award).

Find out more on our Oxbridge flyer (pdf)

Medical School Preparation

Pre-medical school preparation is as for 'Oxbridge', but also includes:

• Visits be medical school staff together with work experience and mock interviews
• Preparation for the UKCAT and BMAT medical entry tests.

Students applying to read Medicine also have weekly meetings where they can study the college guide to applying for Medicine, give talks on topical issues in Medicine, arrange to undertake voluntary work in hospitals, clinics or old people's homes and report back to the group on their experiences, and discuss the kind of questions asked at interview.

Find out more on our Medical School flyer (pdf)