Universities

University Admissions

Each year, roughly a third of St Edmund’s College graduates secure places at Russell Group universities, the UK’s leading research institutions. Recent leavers have headed to Durham, Leeds, Nottingham, and York, reflecting consistent academic standards. Yet paths vary widely: one student earned a dual scholarship at Colorado State University, combining studies with professional sport, while a gifted violinist joined Birmingham Conservatoire. Another began an apprenticeship at PricewaterhouseCoopers, earning qualifications alongside hands-on work.

Graduate destinations:

• Durham
• Leeds
• Nottingham
• York
• Birmingham Conservatoire
• Colorado State University (USA)

Preparing for Oxbridge and International Universities

The Oxbridge Application Programme offers focused support for those targeting the most competitive universities, pairing individual mentoring with targeted sessions. Alongside this, the UniFrog platform helps students navigate requirements across British and overseas institutions. Meanwhile, the international applications programme covers everything from university selection to documentation, which matters especially for those considering the US or other countries where admission procedures differ significantly from British norms.

UCAS Support

Preparation begins in Year 11, when students visit campuses, meet university representatives, and attend UCAS conventions. The following year, a personal tutor, sixth form coordinator, and university applications coordinator guide them through each stage of the process. Students also complete individual career interviews and Centigrade assessments, which reveal abilities and interests. These results shape a grounded strategy for choosing both subject and institution, accounting for personal inclinations and professional ambitions.

Graduate Pathways from St Edmund’s College

St Edmund’s College graduates pursue fields ranging from architecture and medicine to fashion design and IT, demonstrating the breadth of preparation available. The college also supports alternative routes: apprenticeship programmes let students gain qualifications and workplace experience simultaneously. Plus, the alumni network opens doors to internships and professional opportunities, with former students sharing insights and connections during visits to sixth formers.

Popular disciplines:

• Architecture
• Law
• Medicine
• Business
• Fashion Design
• Creative Arts
• IT