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PREPARING
YOU FOR
UNIVERSITY
SUCCESS
CATS COLLEGES UK
2021-22
AGE 14+
Contents
We offer a world-class 4 ABOUT CATS COLLEGES
4 BEST FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
education, attracting 6 BEST FOR BOARDING
students from across the 8 A DAY IN THE LIFE AT CATS COLLEGE
globe. In a diverse and 10 BEST FOR UNIVERSITY PREPARATION
12 PREPARATION FOR OXFORD AND CAMBRIDGE
exciting international
14 KEY PROFESSIONS PROGRAMME
community, you will learn to 16 A CAREER IN BUSINESS
be your best and achieve a 18 A CAREER IN MEDICINE
place at a top university. 20 A CAREER IN LAW
22 A CAREER IN ARCHITECTURE
24 A CAREER IN ENGINEERING
26 A CAREER IN COMPUTER SCIENCE
28 RESULTS
29 A LEVEL
30 INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE
31 UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION PROGRAMME
32 LOCATIONS
33 CAMBRIDGE
39 CANTERBURY
45 LONDON
50 OUR PROGRAMMES
50 PROGRAMME OVERVIEW
52 GCSE PREPARATION
54 GCSE
56 PRE-PROGRAMME
58 A LEVEL
60 INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE
62 UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION PROGRAMME
64 HIGH SCHOOL TERM
66 ACADEMIC ENGLISH PROGRAMME
67 SUMMER PROGRAMMES
68 APPLY NOW
73 DATES AND FEES SEPTEMBER 2021 CAMBRIDGE
74 DATES AND FEES SEPTEMBER 2021 CANTERBURY
75 DATES AND FEES SEPTEMBER 2021 LONDON
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INTERNATIONAL
STUDENTS
85+ nationalities 5 hours English per week Expert teachers Small class sizes
With
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BOARDING Standard single bedroom
Premium bedroom
Room type
Standard Premium
Premium accommodation Average room size 12m2 18m2
You can take advantage of more space to study, relax Walking distance to College P P
and socialise with our premium accommodation option. Wi-fi throughout P P
You will benefit from a larger area to live and work; with
Houseparents on site 24 hours P P
30+ activities On-site medical centres Comfortable living En-suite rooms additional storage space, as well as your own personal
welcome pack to make you more comfortable during the Single room P P
Choose from a range of Managed by 1,700 rooms A choice of
creative, academic, social, trained healthcare in which single and shared first few weeks. Your pack includes essential items, such Shared room P
sport and leisure activities professionals to live and study en-suite rooms as extra storage, shoe hanging storage, minifridges, WiFi En-suite P P
phone chargers, UK power adaptors, towels, toiletries,
Welcome pack P
bathrobes, throws, and extra cushions.
Our campuses offer single and shared bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms in purpose-built accommodation.
We know that if you are comfortable and relaxed in your surroundings, you will flourish academically, socially
and emotionally. Throughout your time with us, you will be treated as a young adult, allowing you to develop
the independence you will need at university. Our houseparents are available 24 hours per day to provide the
support and nurturing you need to thrive.
“YOU GET THAT INDEPENDENCE.
EVEN JUST HAVING A KITCHEN
IN HERE PUSHES YOU TOWARDS
MAYBE LEARNING TO COOK
SOMETHING DIFFERENT”
Mike from South Korea progressed to study
Computer Science at University College London (UCL)
A levels A*A*A
6 7
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AT CATS COLLEGE
A typical day in the life of a CATS student is full of variety from start to finish – all with the
goal of preparing you for life at university.
You’ll explore your chosen subjects in greater depth, practise and improve your English speaking and writing
skills. There is also plenty of time to pursue existing hobbies, try new activities and develop a range of personal
skills, immersing yourself in British life and culture.
Wake up Period 1 | English lesson Break time Period 4 | Guest lecture Lunch Break Young Enterprise Club
Live in comfortable Learn the language needed Time for a quick refreshment Learn about a range of subjects Our dedicated chefs offer a variety Develop teamwork,
en-suite accommodation for your chosen subjects and snack from the Café. from Business and Economics to of British and international dishes communication and business
complete with a desk for and also prepare for an Science and Medicine from catering for a range of dietary skills by starting up and running a
private study. internationally-recognised guest lecturers. requirements, including vegetarian, business on a budget.
English qualification. vegan, lactose intolerant and halal.
07:30 09:45 11:00 14:00 15:15 17:30
06:45 08:45 10:45 12:00 13:00 15:00 16:15
Breakfast Period 2 | Science lesson Period 3 | Tutorial Period 5 | Period 6 | Dinner Evening activities |
Choose from a range of cereals, Explore science through practical This is your opportunity to discuss
Business Studies Higher Education Advice Dinner services Supervised study
fruit and also a cooked breakfast experiments in your progress with your Personal At CATS College London, As well as regular one-to-one tutorials, comprise soup,
Choose from a range of
option in the on-campus canteen. fully-equipped labs. Tutor, who will give you advice to business lessons include time in a you receive weekly classes looking three hot options
different sporting, creative and
help you succeed in your studies. purpose-built £200K Bloomberg at all aspects of applying to for your main
leadership activities – from football
Business Lab – with 15 Bloomberg university, including interview meal, a selection of
and yoga to photography and
terminals and access to real-life preparation and creating a accompanying side
chess. You will also have some time
financial market data. top-class personal statement. dishes, salad and a
for supervised study.
dessert option
every day.
This timeline illustrates a variety of activities. Your
timetable will vary depending on your programme
and subject choices. Not all activities will take place
in a single day.
8 9
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UNIVERSITY
PREPARATION
Offers from top universities Oxbridge* application support University advice Career guidance
Over 180 CATS students Our dedicated Oxbridge Individual support on applying Benefit from career preparation
progressed to Russell Group support programme provides to university – from one-to-one in competitive areas like
universities in 2020, including mock interviews with Oxbridge guidance to mock interviews. Medicine and Law through
Oxford, University of St Andrews, academics, exam preparation and our dedicated Key Professions
LSE and Imperial College personal development to make Programme.
London. your application stand out.
Our goal is to prepare you for university success;
whether you would like to study Economics at the London School
of Economics and Political Science, University of London (LSE),
Medicine at Manchester or Chemical Engineering at Cambridge.
To help you make a successful application to the university that’s
right for you, you’ll visit a range of campuses to get a feel for
different universities. You will also receive one-to-one guidance, “I RECEIVED SUPPORT FROM THE
attend tailored workshops, for example, to help you perfect
your personal statement, and receive individual support, such as SCHOOL TO FIND DIFFERENT CAREERS
interview practise. WITH A LAW DEGREE. I FOUND IT ALL
We also have agreements with over 35 UK universities, including
the University of Exeter, University of Bristol, University of Surrey,
REALLY INTERESTING”
University of Kent and Royal Holloway, University of London.
This gives you the confidence that you can progress to a leading Pegi from Albania progressed to study Law at Lancaster University
institution upon successfully meeting the entry requirements.
A levels AAB
Our exciting CATS Key Professions Programme (see pages 14-27)
has been specifically designed to help you get a head start in
a competitive career and features a range of extra-curricular
activities, including exam preparation, global academic
competitions and challenges, visiting speakers, field trips, career
research placements and mock interview preparation.
10 *Oxbridge is the term used to collectively refer to the University of Oxford and the University of Cambridge, the UK’s top two universities. 11
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APPLY TO THE BEST UNIVERSITIES
IN THE WORLD
Key features
▪ One-to-one preparation for university interviews,
including mock interviews with Oxbridge academics.
Total number of Total number of Applications The Times and Sunday CATS ▪ Assistance writing personal statements tailored
applicants (2019) places (2019) per place Times Ranking 2021 placements
for Oxbridge.
▪ Preparation for university entrance exams.
University ▪ Seminars and workshops with Admissions Tutors
of Cambridge
19,359 3,528 5.5 1 11 Cambridge
and academic staff on what they look for in an
University c.23,000 c.3,300 7 2 2 application and how to prepare for interview.
of Oxford
▪ Oxbridge-focused tuition to ensure offers
are achieved.
In today’s highly competitive environment, Britain’s top universities of Oxford and Cambridge (collectively ▪ Improvement of leadership, critical thinking, motivation
referred to as Oxbridge) are seeking academically successful candidates who stand out from the rest and can and management skills through a variety of challenges
effectively demonstrate the passion for their subject. Our dedicated Oxbridge support programme offers a and clubs, including the Duke of Edinburgh Award,
range of activities, including mock interviews with Oxbridge academics and preparation for entrance exams, Olympiad challenges and weekly debating clubs.
to ensure that you are well-prepared and your application is the best it can be. ▪ Oxbridge open days and tours.
Student success Oxford
Name Nationality Programme Grade Destination Degree
Sara Italian A level A* A* A* A* Oxford Chemistry
“SOMETHING I REALLY ENJOYED Yuliia
Anisa
Ukrainian
Albanian
A level
A level
A* A* B
A* A* A* A*
Cambridge
Cambridge
Mathematics
Economics
ABOUT A LEVELS IS THE AMOUNT Endi Albanian IB 41 Oxford Experimental Psychology
OF TIME WE SPEND IN INDEPENDENT Iago Spanish IB 39 Cambridge Human, Social and Political Sciences
STUDY. WE CAN LEARN MORE Ka Man
Kostiantyn
Hong Kong Chinese
Ukrainian
A level
A level
A* A* A* A*
A* A* A* A*
Cambridge
Cambridge
Natural Sciences
Natural Sciences
ABOUT THE SUBJECT” Ludivine French Fast-track A level A* A* A Cambridge Modern and Medieval Languages
Maxwell American A level A* A* A* Cambridge Natural Sciences
Sara from Italy progressed to study Chemistry at the University of Oxford
Qianli Chinese A level AAAB Cambridge Mathematics
A levels A*A*A*A* Reimi Japanese A level A* A* A* A* Cambridge Veterinary Medicine
Lexie Vu Vietnamese A level A* A* A* A* Cambridge Natural Sciences
Na Yeon South Korean A level A* A* A Cambridge Economics
12 13
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Our innovative CATS Key Professions Programme (KPP) offers a We offer expert advice for careers in:
range of targeted support, advice, guidance and extra-curricular
activities to set you on the path to a successful career. We’ll help Business (page 16)
you research your career, plan your route and develop the skills Medicine (page 18)
to achieve it. Choosing the ideal combination of subjects in your
academic qualifications is perhaps the most important first step in Law (page 20)
preparing for university and also your chosen career. That’s why we Architecture (page 22)
offer discipline-specific guidance, which you can read more about
on the following pages. Engineering (page 24)
Available at every CATS college, the Key Professions Programme Computer Science (page 26)
supplements your academic study and is open to all students.
We will help you:
RESEARCH PLAN DEVELOP
your career your route your skills
RESEARCH
If you have a clear idea about the profession Choosing the right combination of subjects Develop the skills you need to succeed
you want to enter, we will give you the is essential to give you the best chance of on the Key Professions Programme.
support you need to prepare for the getting a place on your chosen degree. We’ll It comprises:
appropriate degree. Don’t worry if you don’t give you subject guidance and talk to you
▪ university visits, lectures
DEVELOP have a clear idea; we’ll help you discover new about the range of degrees on offer so that
and application support;
PLAN interests, develop your strengths and learn you can achieve your career ambitions.
▪ career preparation;
new skills.
▪ personal development opportunities.
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Develop your skills in:
Analysis
Communication
Numeracy
Problem-solving
Teamwork
Gain a competitive
advantage
CATS London Bloomberg
Business Lab helps you prepare
for a career in business.
With 15 Bloomberg Terminals, you
A degree in business can be a stepping stone to a highly successful career in finance, accounting,
can access the same information as leading
management or economics. Career opportunities are available across virtually all sectors, which means
business graduates are always in high demand across the world.
decision-makers in business, finance and
government, giving you highly employable skills. 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.
RESEARCH PLAN ▪ Experience workshops hosted by various universities,
such as HULT, Royal Holloway and Surrey University.
your career your route
Career preparation
Find your dream job through workshops and Our Higher Education Advisers will help you find Choose your subjects
seminars from the world of business and the perfect degree course for you. ▪ Join the Investment Club to understand the
finance. Join our business clubs and receive Universities usually prefer Mathematics along techniques employed by investors to maximise
Typical degrees: with Business Studies or Economics. Some like returns through simulated trading projects.
one-to-one guidance to help you discover
your pathway. ▪ Accounting and Finance an essay-writing subject, such as History ▪ Participate in the Young Enterprise Club
▪ Business and Management or Psychology. to develop your business skills by learning
Typical careers:
▪ Economics We offer: how to set up and run a business.
▪ Chief Executive ▪ International Business ▪ CATS Colleges work in partnership with United World
▪ Economist ▪ Investment and Financial Risk Management ▪ Business Studies Schools (UWS), giving students the opportunity to work
▪ Entrepreneur ▪ Marketing and Management ▪ Economics on various entrepreneurial projects that raise funds
▪ Investment Analyst ▪ History for and awareness of UWS‘s mission of building and
▪ Stockbroker ▪ Mathematics maintaining educational provision for disadvantaged
▪ Psychology children in less economically developed countries.
▪ Attend online seminars hosted by
Student success UK-based entrepreneurs.
Name Nationality Programme Destination Degree Ranking* Personal development
Santiago Mexican IB University of St Andrews Financial Economics 3 ▪ Learn how to use a Bloomberg Terminal to
Elli Greek A level LSE Management 4 analyse financial markets in the CATS
Joosung South Korean A level UCL Economics 8 London Bloomberg Business Lab.
PROGRESS TO ▪ Take Bloomberg Market Concepts, a 12-hour,
Fucheng Chinese Fast-track A level UCL Economics 8
self-paced e-learning course that provides an
Li Kuan Malaysian Fast-track UFP University of Exeter Accounting and Finance 12 STUDY BUSINESS interactive introduction to the financial markets.
Amaury Belgian A level University of Exeter Economics 12 Take advantage of guaranteed ▪ Participate in sector-specific professional activities,
Stefaniya Russian A level University of Manchester Business Accounting 18 progression* to the University of such as a workshop by the Institute of Chartered
Kawbar Thai UFP University of York Economics 20 Exeter, consistently ranked in the top Accountants on commercial awareness.
15 for business-related degree courses. ▪ Receive continuous support to improve
Charlotte Hong Kong Chinese UFP King's College London International Management 30
*Subject to meeting entry requirements literacy and numeracy skills desirable by
16 universities and future employers. 17
*The Times and Sunday Times University Ranking 2021
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Develop your skills in:
Problem-solving
Communication
Leadership
Teamwork
Adaptability
“CATS COLLEGE IS IN TOUCH
WITH A LOT OF UNIVERSITIES, SO
I WAS ABLE TO TALK TO MANY
REPRESENTATIVES”
Ozair from India progressed to study Medicine at
the University of Central Lancashire
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, CATS Colleges A levels AABB
will support you on your journey.
RESEARCH PLAN DEVELOP
your career your route your skills
Find the area of medicine that you love by Our Higher Education Advisers will help you find Choose your subjects Applying to university
speaking with our Higher Education Advisers, the perfect degree course for you.
as well as attending lectures from leading We recommend you take Chemistry and Biology. ▪ Receive one-to-one advice on applying
Typical degrees: Mathematics and Physics are a third option or an to university to study medicine.
healthcare researchers and medics while
studying. ▪ Biology with Biotechnology essay writing subject, like History or Psychology. ▪ Preparation for the BioMedical Admissions
▪ Biomedical Science We offer:
Test (BMAT) and the UK Clinical Aptitude Test
Typical careers:
▪ Medicine (UKCAT) – both university entrance tests.
▪ Anaesthetist ▪ Pharmacy ▪ Biology ▪ Visits to medical schools to meet with staff
▪ Doctor ▪ Psychology with Counselling ▪ Chemistry and current undergraduates.
▪ Neurologist ▪ Veterinary Science ▪ History ▪ Be mentored by CATS medicine alumni on the university
▪ Psychiatrist ▪ Mathematics application process and interview experience.
▪ Radiologist ▪ Physics ▪ Practise Multiple Mini Interviews (MMI), a popular
▪ Veterinary Scientist ▪ Psychology interview method with medical schools.
Career preparation
Student success
▪ Attend healthcare lectures from leading universities, such as
Name Nationality Programme Destination Degree Ranking* Cambridge, Keele, The Royal Veterinary College, St George’s,
Isabela Maria Italian A level Imperial College London Biochemistry 5 University of London (SGUL), University of East Anglia (UEA).
Fangxin Chinese UFP Durham University Psychology 6 ▪ Support arranging suitable voluntary experience at
hospitals, care homes, farms and biology labs.
Chaoran Chinese A level UCL Medicinal Chemistry 8
▪ Visits to local hospitals.
Daria Russian A level University of Exeter Medical Sciences 12 PROGRESS TO
Qiufan Chinese UFP University of Bristol Pharmacology 13 STUDY MEDICINE Personal development
Hoang Tram Vietnamese UFP University of East Anglia (UEA) Pharmacology and Drug Discovery 21 ▪ Join the Medics Club.
Take advantage of conditional
Heymanya Malayisian UFP Royal Holloway, University of London Biomedical Sciences 22 ▪ Participate in a range of leadership activities,
progression to a degree in Medicine
Weronika Polish IB University of Nottingham Medicine 26 such as the Student Council to develop
with a guaranteed interview.
teamwork and communication skills.
Syen Yee Malayisian A level Cardiff University Medicine 34
▪ Join the drama or music club to develop your
18 Aiya Kazakh A level University of Sussex Psychology with Neuroscience 44 fluency and public speaking skills. 19
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Develop your skills in:
Analysis
Communication
Attention to detail
Problem-solving
Teamwork
“I’M A BARRISTER TO THE
SUPREME COURT OF NIGERIA.
THE HARD WORK PAID OFF”
Zara from Nigeria, former CATS A level student, studied Law at
the University of Law, Birmingham
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.
RESEARCH PLAN DEVELOP
your career your route your skills
Through workshops and seminars find out Our Higher Education Advisers will help you find Choose your subjects Applying to university
what steps you need to take for a successful the perfect degree course for you.
career in law or one of the many other career Many universities prefer students not to have ▪ In one-to-one tutorials, receive advice
Typical degrees: studied Law, it certainly isn’t essential. Mathematics on all aspects of applying to university
paths in which a law degree is beneficial.
▪ Criminology is preferred by many universities in addition to an to study law – from personal statement
Typical careers:
▪ International Relations essay-writing subject. guidance to mock interview practise.
▪ Barrister ▪ Law ▪ Preparation for the Law National Aptitude
We offer:
▪ Detective ▪ Law and Business Test (LNAT) university entrance exam.
▪ Diplomat ▪ Politics ▪ English Literature ▪ Visit a range of universities ranked highly for
▪ Politician ▪ Psychology ▪ History law, such as Birmingham, Durham and Bristol.
▪ Solicitor ▪ Mathematics
▪ Psychology Career preparation
▪ Sociology ▪ Visit a magistrates’ court and get an
Student success
introduction to the British legal system.
Name Nationality Programme Destination Degree Ranking* ▪ Visit a law practice to learn about the
Sung Jae South Korean A level LSE Philosophy, Politics and Economics 4 justice system from legal professionals.
Adrian Guatemalan UFP Durham University Combined Honours in Social Sciences 6 Personal development
Safae Moroccan A level UCL Law 8
▪ Participate in the Citizenship Foundation’s Annual
Makhmudjon Uzbek UFP University of Bath Politics and International Relations 9 Mock Trial Competition to learn how to present
Weili Malaysian A level University of Bristol Law 13 fictional legal cases to real judges in a law court,
PROGRESS TO showcasing your verbal reasoning skills.
Hamad Essa H S Qatari UFP The University of Edinburgh Politics 17
Xiaoya Chinese A level University of Manchester Law 18
STUDY LAW ▪ Participate in a variety of leadership and
Take advantage of guaranteed debating activities – from the Duke of
Tomiris Kazakh IB University of Birmingham International Relations with Economics 19
progression* to the University of Edinburgh Award to Olympiad challenges.
Samantha American A level University of Birmingham International Law and Globalisation 19
Bristol, consistently ranked one of the
Obichukwu Nigerian A level University of Nottingham Law 26 top universities in the UK.
20 *The Times and Sunday Times University Ranking 2021
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Develop your skills in:
Problem-solving
Creative thinking “MATHS AND PHYSICS ARE
Teamwork
Visualising
PREPARING ME INTELLECTUALLY
Attention to detail FOR ARCHITECTURE, AND ART
IS IMPROVING MY CREATIVITY.
COMBINED, THEY’RE THE
FUNDAMENTALS I NEED.”
Zainab from Nigeria progressed to study
Architecture at the University of Reading
Architecture is a complex, technical and rewarding discipline if you have a curious, creative and visual mind. A levels BBC
Whatever career you choose, CATS Colleges will support you on your journey.
RESEARCH PLAN DEVELOP
your career your route your skills
Discover what it takes to work in architecture Our Higher Education Advisers will help you find Choose your subjects Applying to university
through a series of industry-focused the perfect degree course for you.
workshops and seminars. The creative, With Architecture, you can take either an ▪ Learn how to create an outstanding portfolio.
Typical degrees: Engineering or Design route. If you choose an ▪ Visit a range of universities ranked
visual, technical and design-based skills that
you need to develop will open a whole other ▪ Architecture Engineering route, you will look at designing highly for architecture and design.
world of opportunities besides architecture. ▪ Civil Engineering processes and making products to solve real-world
▪ Environmental Planning problems, such as the building of bridges Career preparation
Typical careers:
▪ Interior Design or sustainable homes. Consider a combination ▪ Participate in a variety of creative activities and
▪ Architect of Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics and Psychology. clubs – from photography to life drawing.
▪ Civil Engineer If you choose an Art route, you will look at the ▪ Exciting field trips to places like the Museum
▪ Surveyor design and function of structures. Your portfolio of Brands, Packaging and Advertising, the
▪ Urban Planner will be essential as part of your university Design Museum and The Tate Modern.
application process. Our recommendation is Art, ▪ Visit architectural places of interest around
Physics and Mathematics. the UK, such as the Barbican, the Shard, or
the colleges of Oxford and Cambridge.
Student success
Name Nationality Programme Destination Degree Ranking*
Personal development
▪ An annual visit to a European city
Ajet Albanian UFP Loughborough University Civil Engineering 7
to discover classical architecture.
Tran Anh Thu Vietnamese A level UCL Architecture 8
▪ Participate in Young Enterprise to develop
Ziyang Chinese UFP University of Bristol Civil Engineering 13 your business skills – great for those wanting
Timothy Nigerian UFP University of York Environment, Economics and Ecology 20 to pursue a career in product design.
Thanaporn Thai A level Swansea University Materials Science and Engineering 36
PROGRESS TO
Theo Romanian Fast-track A level University of Portsmouth Architecture 72 STUDY ARCHITECTURE
Take advantage of guaranteed
progression* to the University of
Kent, which offers one of the top
22 architecture degree courses in the UK. 23
*The Times and Sunday Times University Ranking 2021
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Develop your skills in:
Problem-solving
Numeracy “I WANT TO PURSUE A JOB IN THE
Leadership
Teamwork FIELD OF ENGINEERING. ENGLAND
Project planning HAS A SIMILAR KIND OF SYLLABUS
TO HONG KONG, YET PUTS A LOT
MORE RESOURCE INTO RESEARCH
AND DEVELOPMENT”
Andrew from China progressed to study Biomedical Systems Engineering
at the University of Warwick
Engineering covers many disciplines that touch virtually all aspects of modern life – from construction to car
University Foundation Programme academic results A*A*A*
design – which means that Engineers are in high demand around the world.
RESEARCH PLAN DEVELOP
your career your route your skills
From robotics and artificial intelligence (AI) Our Higher Education Advisers will help you find Choose your subjects Applying to university
to medical technology and driverless cars, the perfect degree course for you.
engineering is shaping our future. Find the Mathematics and Physics are essential. The third ▪ In one-to-one tutorials, receive
Typical degrees: subject depends on what strand of engineering you advice on all aspects of applying to
area of engineering that you love through our
lectures, workshops, and seminars. ▪ Aerospace Engineering choose – it could be a science, social science or even university to study engineering.
▪ Architecture a humanity. ▪ Visit a range of universities ranked highly
Typical careers:
▪ Automotive Engineering We offer:
for engineering, such as the University of
▪ Aerospace Engineer ▪ Biomedical Engineering Surrey and the University of Bristol.
▪ Architect ▪ Chemical Engineering ▪ Biology
▪ Biomedical Engineer ▪ Civil Engineering ▪ Chemistry Career preparation
▪ Chemical Engineer ▪ Engineering Mathematics ▪ Mathematics ▪ Participate in a variety of workshops and
▪ Civil Engineer ▪ Physics seminars to develop your interest.
▪ Mechanical Engineer ▪ Psychology ▪ Receive exam preparation, depending
on your type of engineering course.
▪ Visit places of interest, such as the University
Student success of Cambridge’s Department of Engineering.
Name Nationality Programme Destination Degree Ranking* Personal development
Hanwen Chinese A level UCL Engineering (Electronic and Electrical) 8 ▪ To develop your knowledge of STEM (Science,
Mingyao Chinese Fast-track UFP University of Exeter Electronic Engineering 12 Technology, Engineering, Maths) subjects
outside of the classroom, participate in STEM,
Minseok South Korean A level University of Bristol Aerospace Engineering 13
robotics and/or coding clubs and Olympiads
Elif Duru Turkish A level University of Manchester Mechanical Engineering 18 PROGRESS TO and/or Maths Challenge competitions.
Jiayi Chinese UFP University of Birmingham Mechanical Engineering 19 STUDY ENGINEERING ▪ Attend seminars and workshops to
Oluwafolahan Irish A level University of Nottingham Chemical Engineering 26 Take advantage of guaranteed discover your passion for engineering.
Tricia Malaysian A level King's College London Biomedical Engineering 30 progression* to the University of ▪ Enter Physics and Chemistry Olympiads
Surrey, one of the top universities for and Maths Challenge competitions
Alexandre French UFP King's College London Biomedical Engineering 30
engineering courses in the UK. to develop your knowledge.
May Myanmar UFP Swansea University Aerospace Engineering 36
24 *Subject to meeting entry requirements
25
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Develop your skills in:
Problem-solving
Critical thinking
Analysis
Numeracy
“BEING INVOLVED IN
Communication ROBOTICS HELPED ME
GET EXTRACURRICULAR
EXPERIENCE. IT GAVE ME AN
OUTLET.”
Vaibhav from Belgium progressed to study
Aeronautical Engineering at the University of Glasgow
Computer technologies are more important then ever in a digital world, this makes a degree in Computer A levels A*AB
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 PLAN DEVELOP
your career your route your skills
Careers in Computer Science are wide and Our Higher Education Advisers will help you find Choose your subjects Applying to university
varied. Attend seminars and workshops the perfect degree course for you.
with industry experts to discover the area of Universities do not require a Computer Science ▪ Receive one-to-one advice on applying
Typical degrees: qualification for entry, but Mathematics is essential, to university.
Computer Science that is right for you.
▪ Artificial Intelligence and Physics often preferred, as well as other ▪ Enjoy lectures at top universities, such
Typical careers:
▪ Computer Games Programming subjects that display clear and logical thinking or a as LSE and CASS Business School.
▪ Big Data Engineer ▪ Computer Science social science for some courses.
▪ Blockchain Developer ▪ Cyber Security Career preparation
We offer:
▪ Cyber Security Specialist ▪ Software Engineering ▪ Attend seminars and workshops to discover
▪ Data Security Analyst ▪ Chemistry your passion for Computer Science.
▪ Machine Learning Engineer ▪ Economics ▪ Visit places of interest such as the Cambridge
▪ Systems Architect ▪ Mathematics Museum of Computing or Bletchley Park
▪ Physics – the home of UK code-breaking.
▪ Psychology
Student success ▪ Sociology Personal development
Name Nationality Programme Destination Degree Ranking* ▪ Participate in Young Enterprise to
Kamyar Iranian A level University of St Andrews Computer Science 3 develop your problem-solving skills.
Tran Gia An Vietnamese A level Loughborough University Computer Science 7 ▪ Participate in Robotics Club and Coding
Club to develop your knowledge
Junmin South Korean A level UCL Computer Science 8
outside of the classroom.
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
PROGRESS TO STUDY
Computer Science and Artificial
Ghali Spanish A level The University of Edinburgh
Intelligence
17 COMPUTER SCIENCE
Ouxiang Chinese Fast-track UFP University of Manchester Computer Science 18 Take advantage of guaranteed
Computer Science with Software progression* to the University of
Qikai Chinese UFP University of Liverpool 29
Development Exeter, consistently ranked in the top
Ekaterina Maltese A level Queen Mary University of London Computer Science and Mathematics 41 15 for Computer Science in the UK.
26 27
*Subject to meeting entry requirements
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A LEVEL RESULTS SUCCESS 2020
HELPING YOU EXCEED YOUR EXPECTATIONS
24% 49% 68%
of students of students progressed to of students got accepted
progressed to Top Top 20 universities into Russell Group
10 universities universities
Highlights from 2020 showing a variety of destinations and degrees
Name Nationality Grades University Degree Ranking*
Sara Italian A*A*A*A* University of Oxford Chemistry 2
Kamyar Iranian A*AAB University of St Andrews Computer Science 3
Danylo Ukrainian A*A*BC LSE International Relations 4
Elli Greek A*AAA LSE Management 4
Zesang Chinese A*AC LSE Social Anthropology 4
Isabela Maria Italian A*A*A* Imperial College London Biochemistry 5
Tran Gia An Vietnamese A*BB Loughborough University Computer Science 7
Fabio Italian A*A*A*A* UCL Economics 8
Ermal Albanian A*A*A* UCL Mathematics 8
Nikoleta Greek A*A*AA UCL Sociology 8
Lok Yiu Ronni Hong Kong Chinese A*AAC University of Bath Psychology 9
Amaury Belgian A*AB University of Exeter Economics 12
Samilla Kazakh A*A*AB University of Bristol International Business Management 13
Roman Ukrainian A*A*A* The University of Edinburgh Mathematics 17
Angelina Kazakh A*AA University of Manchester Politics, Philosophy and Economics 18
Afarin Iranian A*A*A University of Birmingham Computer Science 19
Chung Sze Lindsay Hong Kong Chinese A*AB University of Liverpool Accounting and Finance 29
“CATS GAVE ME THE Tricia
Alexandra
Malaysian
Polish
ABB
A*A*A*
King's College London
King's College London
Biomedical Engineering
History
30
30
OPPORTUNITY TO APPLY Ashley British A*AAB Cardiff University Law 34
TO TOP UNIVERSITIES” Agrin Can Turkish AAB Queen Mary University Mathematics with Finance and 41
of London Accounting
Anastasia from Russia studied A levels at CATS. Aiya Kazakh A*AA University of Sussex Psychology with Neuroscience 44
She went on to graduate with a First Class Selina Xue Yun Malaysian AAAB St George's, University of London Medicine 49
Honours Degree in Government and Economics
from LSE
28 *
The Times and Sunday Times University Ranking 2021 29www.catseducation.com
INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION PROGRAMME
SUCCESS 2020 SUCCESS 2020
100% 34 44 95% 52% 44%
IB Diploma pass rate for the Average diploma score compared Top diploma pass rate of students achieved A*/A of students received A*/A
fourth consecutive year to a worldwide average of 30 score our best ever in Accounting in Economics
Highlights from recent years showing a variety of destinations and degrees Highlights from recent years showing a variety of destinations and degrees
Name Nationality Grades Destination Degree Ranking* Name Nationality Grades University Degree Ranking*
Mateo Peruvian 44 University of St Andrews Physics 3 Hyelin South Korean A*A*A* Durham University Chemistry 6
Santiago Mexican 36 University of St Andrews Financial Economics 3 Fangxin Chinese A*AA Durham University Psychology 6
Lena-Marie German 34 University of Birmingham Law with German Law (4 years) 19 Ajet Albanian A*A*A Loughborough University Civil Engineering 7
Tomiris Kazakh 35 University of Birmingham International Relations with Economics 19
Heidi Binti Malaysian A*BB University of Bath Sociology 9
Diya Zambian 33 University of Southampton Economics and Actuarial Science 15
Zhangir Kazakh A*AA University of Exeter Business and Management 12
Imran Zambian 32 University of Nottingham Finance, Accounting and Management 26
Mingyao Chinese AAB University of Exeter Electronic Engineering 12
King's College London, International Business
Amalia Ukrainian 33 Digital Culture 30 Thi Thanh Thuy Vietnamese A*A*C University of Bristol 13
University of London Management
Queen Mary University Yifu Chinese A*AB University of Glasgow Computing Science 14
Yasmin Brazilian 31 Politics with Business Management 41
of London
Veronika Ukrainian 33 Istituto Marangoni Media Communications N/A Hamad Qatari A*AA The University of Edinburgh Politics 17
Gofurjon Uzbek A*A*A University of Manchester Accounting and Finance 18
Hyeonsu South Korean A*A*A University of Manchester Mathematics with Finance 18
Tuku Knut British A*AB University of Birmingham Law 19
Ming Ngai Hong Kong Chinese A*AB University of York International Relations 20
Yilin Chinese A*A*A Royal Holloway, University of London Economics and Mathematics 22
Whitney Irish ABC University of Nottingham Law 26
Blessing American ABB University of Liverpool Communications and Media 29
Nuttanicha Thai A*A*A* King's College London Business Management 30
Soobeom South Korean A*AA King's College London War Studies 30
Rachael Irish BBC University of Surrey Law with Criminology 39
Adanna
Ruzanna Latvian AAA Queen Mary University of London Biomedical Sciences 41
Mejire Anthony Nigerian ABC Aston University, Birmingham Pharmacy 43
Nopparuj Thai ABC University of Kent Actuarial Science 48
Matteo Elliott French AAA University of Kent Law 48
Elvis
Suthattra Thai A*AB St George's, University of London Preclinical Sciences 49
30 *The Times and Sunday Times University Ranking 2021 *The Times and Sunday Times University Ranking 2021 31www.catseducation.com
A WORLD-CLASS UNIVERSITY CITY
Best in the world Prize winners Great shopping Excellent transport
links
Home to the University 98 Nobel Prizes awarded Voted 1st city
of Cambridge, the no. 1 to affiliates of the in the UK Only 50 minutes
university in the world* University of Cambridge for shopping1 by train to London
Cambridge is a renowned centre of learning and one of the fastest-growing economies in
the UK, home to many global organisations, such as Microsoft Research and AstraZeneca.
You will be inspired by the grandeur of the prestigious 31 University of Cambridge colleges and all the great names who
have passed through it, like Sir Charles Darwin or Sir Isaac Newton. Modern Cambridge is inspiring too with lots to see
and do – from live music and theatre, to festivals and academic events.
Cambridge is a well-connected city. You can be in the centre of London in just 50 minutes on the train and London
Stansted Airport is a short 30-minute car journey away.
“WE LEARN DISCIPLINE AND
SELF-CONTROL. IT’S A BIG
STEP BUT EVERYONE DOES IT
TOGETHER.”
Zhangir from Kazakhstan progressed to study Business and
Management at the University of Exeter
A level A*AA
* The Times and Sunday Times University Ranking 2021
1
Vitality Index, Harper Dennis Hobbs 2017
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“AT CATS CAMBRIDGE WE AREN’T JUST
INTERESTED IN GETTING YOU TO YOUR NEXT
STEP IN LIFE, WE AIM TO EQUIP YOU TO SUCCEED
AND FLOURISH IN WHATEVER YOU CHOOSE TO
DO NEXT AND BEYOND.”
Dominic Tomalin, Principal
A CAMPUS DESIGNED FOR SUCCESS Dominic holds a Bachelor’s degree in Natural Sciences and Masters
degrees in Economics and Education. Prior to becoming a teacher in 2005,
Dominic served as an Officer in the British Army’s Corp of Royal Engineers.
Inspection results University visits 30+ activities
UK government inspectors 2+ visits per month from university Develop skills and
confirm all pastoral and academics, many from the boost your
academic regulations met University of Cambridge personal statement
Activities
We run over 30 different activities each week, from sports clubs to academic and self-development activities –
all of which are great for your university application. Here are some popular activities:
Sports Arts Academic Leadership
Badminton Crafts Astronomy Club Business Enterprise
Basketball Painting Coding Duke of Edinburgh Award
Football Photography Debating Model United Nations
Gymnastics History Society Student Council
Muy Tai Boxing Robotics Young Enterprise
Running Club STEM
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10 Canteen
A 10-minute cycle to the
city centre
PURPOSE-BUILT CAMPUS
15
A 15-minute walk to
the city centre
Common Room
Accommo
dation
Reading Room
Varsity House 10 minute walk
Science Labs
The modern Cambridge campus has amazing Facilities
facilities to give you state-of-the-art flexible Single en-suite
learning spaces and a home-from-home bedroom
All single en-suite bedrooms Laundry services
boarding experience – all in one safe and
secure campus near the centre of Cambridge. Common areas 24-hour supervision
Café Wi-fi
Canteen Medical provision on-site
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SMALL CITY, BIG HISTORY
Cultural hotspot A student city Medieval England Excellent
transport links
Home to three UNESCO Home to three Explore the city
World Heritage Sites universities with over that inspired Only 50 minutes
30,000 students ‘Canterbury Tales’ by train to London
Canterbury is one of the most visited cities in the UK and welcomes students
from around the world to its three universities.
It is a cathedral city and now a UNESCO World Heritage site. Whilst the city has lots of history, it also boasts lots
of entertainment and culture – music venues, theatres, shopping centres, museums, cinemas, sports and more.
Outside of Canterbury, you can explore bustling seaside resorts and the beautiful English countryside.
And if you need a dose of the big city, London is only 50 minutes away by train.
“BEING AROUND SO MANY DIFFERENT
CULTURES MAKES LEARNING MORE
FUN. I THINK THAT’S WHAT CATS IS
ALL ABOUT”
Twin sisters Elli and Nikoleta from Greece
who both progressed to London School of Economics
and Political Science (LSE)
Elli is studying Management A levels A*AAA
Nikoleta is studying Sociology A levels A*A*AA
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“WE ENCOURAGE AND ENABLE OUR STUDENTS
TO REALISE THEIR POTENTIAL, FOSTERING
INDEPENDENCE AND MATURITY IN ORDER TO
PREPARE THEM FOR THEIR FUTURE.”
Severine Collins, Principal
Severine has over 25 years’ experience in independent education, both in the
AN AWARD-WINNING COLLEGE AND CAMPUS UK and abroad. She holds a Master’s Degree in ICT education and eLearning
from King’s College London. Severine is a passionate believer that it is vitally
important to raise young people to become strong, confident and independent
young adults, successfully equipped to face the growing challenges of
university and society upon leaving school.
Inspection results University Fair International School Award
UK government inspectors 70 universities speak Accredited by
confirm all pastoral and directly with students at the the British Council
academic regulations met bi-annual event
Activities
30+ activities give you the chance to try new things, have fun and improve your university application.
Some popular activities include:
Sports Arts Academic Leadership
Badminton Dance Club Economics Club Duke of Edinburgh Award
Basketball Life Drawing Psychology Club Global Leadership Days
Football Media Club Robotics Club Model United Nations
Table tennis Music Club Science Club Young Enterprise
Volleyball Performing Arts
Watch our CATS
Canterbury video
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Chaucer, a
boarding house
10
A 10-minute walk to the
city centre
SAFE AND SECURE
20
A 20-minute walk to the
train station
A room in
Marlowe house
Campus café
Lunchtime in the
dining hall
Facilities
Common rooms Wireless internet
Medical provision on-site TV facilities
Computer study rooms Laundry services Common room
The Canterbury campus has been designed to
give you the best environment for studying and
Café Cleaning services
living, whether you are aged 14 and need 24-hour
supervision or are aged 18+ and want to get a Dining hall Kitchen facilities
taste for independent living and what’s to come
at university. 250 single en-suite rooms 24-hour supervision
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THE HEART OF ENGLAND
45 universities 70 Nobel Prize Laureates Top universities Attracting talent
From world-class research have studied Home to four of £500 million of research
institutions to multi-faculty or worked the world’s top 40 income attracts
universities in London universities top talent
London is like no other city in the world. It is a vibrant, inspiring and cosmopolitan metropolis
offering an unparalleled choice of culture and history, entertainment and shopping.
There are fascinating monuments, museums and attractions at every turn, that cater for all tastes and ages. If you want
culture, then the West End theatres and world-renowned music venues are unrivalled. Or perhaps you want to explore
the picturesque parks or visit the shops that make London such a global shopping destination.
The CATS London campus is in the centre of the exclusive Bloomsbury area – the heart of academic London. It is close to
the prestigious University of London colleges, as well as many cultural institutions, such as the iconic British Museum.
“YOU LEARN ALL THOSE USEFUL
LIFE SKILLS AT AN EARLY AGE,
RATHER THAN WHEN YOU’RE
ALREADY 19 AND AT UNIVERSITY”
Liza from Russia progressed to study History and Political Economy
at King’s College London, University of London
Fast-track A levels ABB
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“TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THE BLOOMBERG
BUSINESS LAB TO THINK BUSINESS, LEARN
BUSINESS AND PREPARE ONE DAY TO
DO BUSINESS”
James Slocombe, Principal
Having been Vice-Principal and Acting Principal in CATS Canterbury, James
AN INSPIRING COLLEGE IN AN INSPIRING CITY joined CATS London in September 2018. Previously, he was the Director of
Studies and Head of Sixth Form at a number of UK boarding schools. He is an
examiner for a leading UK examinations board as well as a serving inspector
for the Independent Schools Inspectorate.
Inspection results Business focus Student progression
UK government inspectors The only secondary school in Over half of CATS London
confirm all pastoral and Europe with a Bloomberg students progress to a
academic regulations met Business Lab university in London
Activities
London itself has so much to offer and in addition, we run lots of different activities every week that
encourage you to participate with your peers, have fun and develop your skills, which is important for
your university application.
Sports Arts Academic Leadership
Basketball Creative writing Book Club Bloomberg Market Concepts
Fitness classes Drawing skills Business Workshops CATS London Magazine
Football Film Club Computing Club Young Enterprise
Rugby Musical Theatre trips Physics Club
Yoga World Music Club UK Maths Trust Challenge
Students will experience the real world of
business and finance in the Bloomberg Business
Lab with access to the same information platform
used by leading decision-makers in business,
finance and government. See page 16 for more
information on how we support you for a
career in business.
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Café
SAFE CAMPUS IN AN EXCLUSIVE AREA
Dining Hall
Premier House accommodation The Main School Bloomsbury Square
150 Southampton Row 43-45 Bloomsbury Square
London WC1B 5AN London WC1A 2RA
1
A one-minute walk to
Holborn tube station
3 Library
A three-minute walk
to LSE
Piccadilly Court
Accommodation 3 miles Facilities
King’s Cross Station 10 minutes
Common rooms
Single room
Computer study rooms
Café
British Museum 4 minutes
Dining hall
Oxford Street 10 minutes BLOOMSBURY
Holborn
SQUARE
1 minute 70 single and 35 shared
bedrooms – all en-suite
Wireless internet
TV facilities Shared room
Laundry services
Cleaning services
Kitchen facilities
24-hour supervision
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Apply to CATS and receive guaranteed progression offer letters to five UK universities
Select your age and choose from one of the programmes on offer starting September 2021.
MINIMUM AGE 14 Years 15 Years 16 Years 17 Years 18 Years
Year 10 Year 11 Year 12 Year 13 Higher Education
SCHOOL YEAR
PROGRAMME GCSE Preparation (1 year) Fast-track GCSE A level (2 years) Fast-track A level Progress to top universities
Language and subject Fast-track your way to a A higher level qualification recognised For high achievers who can You will receive one-to-one
preparation for the next stage of pre-university programme on this by universities around the world. manage an intense and rigorous impartial guidance on applying
your education at CATS – GCSE or one year GCSE course. Students Choose 3+ subjects to focus on over study programme, choose our one to the best university for you.
Pre-programme. will need 9+ years of schooling. the two-year programme. year A level programme. We also have guaranteed
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35 UK universities to give you the
confidence that you can progress
International Baccalaureate University Foundation to a leading institution upon
GCSE (2 years) Pre-Programme (2 years) Programme successfully meeting the
entry requirements. When you
GCSE is a qualification in a specific Language and subject A higher level qualification that A programme designed for apply to CATS you will receive
subject to enable progression preparation for a pre-university challenges, encourages and inspires international students to bridge conditional offers from:
to a pre-university programme programme – A level, International you to become a caring and critical high school in their own country
such as A level or International Baccalaureate Diploma or thinker, ready for university study. to university in the UK. Choose 3+
Baccalaureate. Students will need University Foundation Programme. Page 60 subjects to focus on.
8+ years of schooling. Page 56 Page 62
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High School Term (1, 2 or 3 term)
High School Term allows you to take classes in the British education system
before returning to your studies at home or continuing to study in the UK.
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SEE THE FULL LIST
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BE READY FOR ACADEMIC SUCCESS
Who is this programme for? What will you achieve?
Canterbury
Cambridge
Key features Subjects*
GCSE Preparation will help you develop the academic You will:
skills needed to excel in the next stage of your ▪ Study a range of subjects in English, including
▪ take the Key English Test (KET) or Preliminary
education at CATS, whether that be a GCSE or Pre- Sciences, Humanities and Business.
English Test (PET) Cambridge English Maths
programme course. ▪ Receive intensive English tuition. Our integrated
exam at the end of the course; Science
classes cover reading, writing, speaking,
Over the course of the year, you will study a range of ▪ be able to progress to study at a higher level
listening, grammar and vocabulary. Business studies
subjects encouraging you to explore your academic such as GCSEs in a range of subjects;
▪ Prepare for a Cambridge English qualification. Humanities
potential and discover where your interests lie. ▪ have learned about a range of subjects in English;
▪ Experience life at an international school with
Alongside your specialist subjects, you will receive ▪ have developed essential study skills: listening, Visual Arts
access to a broad range of extra-curricular
intensive English tuition to develop the level you need to note-taking, essay and report writing; English as a Second Language
activities, sports and trips that will give you the
move to the next programme of study. ▪ have developed essential life skills: e.g. time Physical Education
edge when it comes to applying to university.
management, confidence, independence.
▪ Receive a range of homework tasks.
*Offered subject to sufficient demand
▪ Receive regular one-to-one coaching
on future study pathways.
Quick facts
Age 14-16
Academic entry requirements At least 8 years of schooling, plus a school report that identifies
English needs that can be met by this course and describes a
student who is willing to learn and develop
Language level requirements Minimum IELTS 3.5
Average class size 8 “THE ENGLISH SUPPORT IS USEFUL IF
Hours per week 26-27 YOU’RE NOT REALLY CONFIDENT YET. I
Course duration Cambridge and Canterbury JUST GOT A 6.5 IN IELTS, ENOUGH FOR
3 terms
MY UNIVERSITIES. I’M VERY GRATEFUL
TO MY ENGLISH TEACHERS, THEY’RE
VERY PATIENT!”
Taibin from China progressed to study
Management at the University of Manchester
University Foundation Programme academic results AAB
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EXPLORING YOUR INTERESTS
Key
Canterbury
Cambridge
Key features Subjects*
London
Compulsory
▪ Get exposure to the style of assessment and
Optional
teaching in the UK and focus on developing your
study skills, independence and confidence. Art and Design
▪ Experience life at an international school with access to Biology
a broad range of extra-curricular activities, sports and Business
Who is this programme for? What will you achieve? trips so you can have fun, stay fit and develop life skills.
Chemistry
GCSE is a qualification in a specific subject to enable You will: ▪ Receive a range of homework tasks.
English Language
progression to a pre-university programme such as
▪ achieve GCSE qualifications in a range of subjects; English First Language/Literature
A level or International Baccalaureate Programme.
▪ have improved subject knowledge and English
Geography
The CATS College GCSE programme is designed for fluency and proficiency ready for entry onto your
international students. Classes are taught by subject chosen university preparation programme; History
specialists who are trained in how to teach students ▪ have the study skills required to excel in your Mathematics
who have English as a second language. The course chosen university preparation programme; French
encourages you to explore your academic potential and ▪ have essential life skills such as time management, Photography
since it is a broad programme it will give you a chance to confidence, collaboration and independence. Physical Education (PE)
investigate where your interests lie.
Physics
Spanish
*Offered subject to sufficient demand
Quick facts
GCSE Fast-track GCSE
Age 14+ 15+ “THE MAIN THING THAT MAKES CATS
Academic entry requirements At least 8 years of schooling At least 9 years of schooling COLLEGE DIFFERENT IS THE SMALL GROUP
with a good school record with a good school record
Language level requirements IELTS 4.0+ IELTS 4.0+
SIZES, WHICH PROVED TO BE EXTREMELY
Average class size 11 11
BENEFICIAL. IT CREATES A VERY DYNAMIC
Hours per week 30+ 30+ LEARNING ENVIRONMENT. THIS AND THE
In addition to Maths, English, Biology, You will have the opportunity to be examined HIGH QUALITY TEACHERS SIGNIFICANTLY
Chemistry and Physics, you will take three in at least six subjects including English,
more subjects Maths and Science EASED MY JOURNEDY TO A TOP UNIVERSITY.”
Course duration Cambridge London
6 terms (September) 3 terms (September) Milos from Serbia originally studied GCSEs, Pre-programme and A levels
5 terms (January) 2 terms (January) at CATS College Cambridge before obtaining a first class honours degree
Canterbury in Mathematics and Statistics from the University of Warwick.
6 terms (September) He currently works as a Quantitative Researcher (Quant) at a hedge fund.
5 terms (January)
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PREPARING YOU FOR ADVANCED STUDY
Canterbury
Cambridge
London
Who is this programme for? What will you achieve? Key features Subjects*
This programme will give you the basic skills and You will: ▪ Study a minimum of seven academic Art
knowledge needed to start a university preparation subjects, including Maths, English,
▪ improve the depth and breadth of your subject Biology
programme – A level, International Baccalaureate Diploma Biology, Chemistry and Physics.
knowledge ready for entry onto your chosen Business
or University Foundation Programme. You will also get an ▪ Receive intensive English tuition: our integrated
university preparation programme;
introduction to the UK teaching approach. classes cover reading, writing, speaking, Chemistry
▪ increase your proficiency and fluency (how
listening, grammar and vocabulary. English Language
Within the Pre-programme, there may be an opportunity well you can communicate) in English to help
▪ Experience life at an international school with access Humanities
to take external examinations in English and Maths. you achieve greater academic success;
to a broad range of extra-curricular activities, sports,
This will be discussed during academic counselling, ▪ have the study skills required to excel in your university Mathematics
and trips so you can have fun, stay fit and develop
so that we can create your personalised study plan. preparation and subsequent degree programme; Physical Education (PE)
life skills.
▪ acquire essential life skills, such as time management, Physics
▪ Receive a range of homework tasks.
confidence, collaboration and independence.
▪ Receive regular one-to-one coaching on future *Offered subject to sufficient demand
study pathways.
Quick facts
Age 15+
Academic entry At least 9 years of schooling and a
requirements good school record
“YOU CAN FOCUS ON SUBJECTS
Language level requirements IELTS 4.0+ THAT YOU WANT TO STUDY. I
Average class size 11 CHOSE MY SUBJECTS BUSINESS,
Hours per week 30+
Course duration Cambridge
ECONOMICS AND SOCIOLOGY, SO
3 terms (September)
2 terms (January)
I CAN PREPARE FOR UNIVERSITY
Canterbury
BETTER”
3 terms (September)
2 terms (January) Molly from Kazakhstan studied the Pre-programme at CATS Canterbury
London and the University Foundation Programme at CATS London
3 terms (September) before progressing to study Fashion Merchandising
2 terms (January) at the University of the Arts London
A levels A*AA
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