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The benefits for international students of studying A-Levels in Cambridge

22nd July 20

The UK has a world renowned reputation for its quality of its education. The qualifications offered by British schools, colleges and universities are recognised as hallmarks of excellence and distinction. Here at Abbey College Cambridge, we offer a range of courses for international students, these include GCSE, A-Level, and our International Foundation Programme. In this…

Things to look out for when choosing A-Level subjects – how to pick the right subjects and the right amount of subjects

22nd July 20

Advanced Level courses, also known as ‘A-Level Courses’, are the most commonly recognised qualifications students can take to gain place at a UK university. A-Levels also have the benefit of being a well-respected global qualification, so universities outside of the United Kingdom will also accept A-Level students. Typically, A-Level students will take 3 or 4…

Want to study Medicine at University? Here are 5 top tips for international students considering applying to medical school

22nd July 20

Securing a place to study medicine at a UK university is tough, high demand and limited places means that competition for places at UK medical schools is fierce, and it’s even tougher to get a place to study medicine if you are an international student. Here at Abbey College Cambridge, we are experts at helping…

5 tips to help you get top A-Level grades

16th April 20

Want to ace your A-Level exams and get a place at a top university? Here are 5 tips for academic success from our students and tutors. 1.Practice, Practice, Practice! Practice as many past paper questions as possible. Try to answer each question at least twice. Why is this important? Exam boards use similar styles of…

5 Top Tips for Online Safety

16th May 15

Stay safe online with these handy hints and tips.

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September 2026 Scholarships

We are now accepting applications from local students for September 2026 entry scholarships at Abbey College Cambridge.

Abbey College Cambridge Scholarships Open

Generous scholarships are available for local students — for 13+ entry (Year 9), awards may be up to 100% of tuition fees. For  Year 12 entry there are scholarships offering up to a 20% discount.

Our scholarships recognise academic ability, critical thinking, teamwork and community contribution and are awarded based on performance at our assessment day on 29th January.

REGISTER FOR OUR SCHOLARSHIP ASSESSMENT DAY