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Online Events

We offer a range of online sessions for prospective applicants, providing information and an opportunity to have your questions answered.

We don't have rules about who can request a place at these meetings, but as guidance, we recommend any time from age 16, or the summer after you sit your GCSE (or equivalent) exams. Once we have your details, we'll then send you further information about the meeting.

If you have any questions please get in touch at SLO@kings.cam.ac.uk

 

Introduction to Cambridge Applications (Y12/equivalent students)

These sessions are an introduction to Cambridge, the collegiate system, and the Cambridge application process. This includes information and guidance around admissions assessments, personal statements, and interviews, as well as an opportunity to get your questions answered. They are designed for students in Y12 (or equivalent). (These sessions typically last 60 - 75 minutes.) The content of each of these sessions is exactly the same, so please only book onto one. 

Upcoming sessions:
Monday 2nd June, 5pm: Register Here
Tuesday 1st July, 5pm: Register Here
Tuesday 5th August, 5pm: Register Here
Tuesday 2nd September, 5pm: Register Here 

 

Super Curriculars and Personal Statements

This session gives an introduction to super curricular activities, personal statements, and how to improve your application. We will cover what universities are looking for, and ways in which you can make your application stand out. There will also be an opportunity for you to ask any questions you may have. (These sessions typically last 60 - 75 minutes.) The content of each of these sessions is exactly the same, so please only book onto one. 

Upcoming sessions:
Thursday 5th June, 5pm: Register Here
Wednesday 2nd July, 5pm: Register Here
Wednesday 6th August, 5pm: Register Here
Wednesday 3rd September, 5pm: Register Here

 

Sessions for schools

If you are a school interested an alternative online provision to our usual in-person activities, please do get in touch (slo@kings.cam.ac.uk) so we can discuss options with you. Additional information can also be found on our Schools Liaison Initiative webpage (linked below). 

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