Abbey College Cambridge offers a range of high-quality academic programmes, including GCSE, A Level and International Foundation Programme, for students looking to start their studies in September 2022.
Study Medicine, Science or Maths – popular with our Burmese students, many of whom have progressed to top-ranked universities such as UCLAN, University College London, Imperial College London, Kings College London, and many more. See below to find out more about previous student success stories and to find out more about the wide range of courses we offer.
Burmese students from Abbey College Cambridge now reading or with offers to read Medicine at university
Year | Student | Destination |
2021 | Min Myat | St George’s University, Grenada (Offer) |
2021 | Nyan Lin | University of Buckingham (Offer) St George’s University, Grenada (Offer) |
2020 | Wai Yan | Aston University |
2019 | Cho Zin | University of Glasgow |
2019 | Eaint Kyal | Wroclaw Medical University |
2019 | Khin Kha | University of Bristol |
2019 | Sai Kham | Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland |
2018 | Kabyar | University of Leeds |
2017 | Aung | University of Leicester |
2017 | Oo | University of Central Lancashire |
2016 | Htut Khaung | King’s College London |
2016 | Ko Ko | University of Central Lancashire |
2015 | Aye Moh Moh | Newcastle University |
2015 | Eaint Myat | University of Leicester |
2021 Burmese Medicine Offer Holders
Student | Destination | Course |
Chit Hnin | London School of Economics and Political Science | Philosophy and Economics |
Thar San | Imperial College London | Materials Science |
Zay | University College London | Architecture |
Zaw Nyi | University of Bristol | Economics and Management |
Thu Rein | University of Bristol | Electronic and Electrical Engineering |
Htut | King’s College London | Neuroscience |
Htet | University of Bristol | Civil Engineering |
Wu Dan | University of Warwick | Mathematics |
General Certificates of Secondary Education (GCSE) represent the first stage on the path to study at a UK university. Many institutions will ask for at least 5 GCSE passes for entry.
In 2020 85% of GCSEs awarded to Abbey College Cambridge students achived grades 9-6 (A** – B).
September 2021 GCSE study options
Programme | Compulsory Subjects | Electives Subjects | Progress to |
2 Year GCSE (September 2021 – July 2023) |
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1 Year GCSE (September 2021 – July 2022) |
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Why study GCSEs?
Depending on the duration of studies, GCSE students will take between 6-8 subjects. GCSEs provide a great ‘grounding’, offering students a wide breadth of subjects. time to familiarise themselves with the UK education system and improve their English (English Language is a compulsory GCSE subject). GCSEs also provide a natural pathway to A Levels, and students who have taken them tend to perform better in higher level examination.
How are they taught?
GCSE course content is broken up into units, each unit is taught in a linear structure, with an emphasis on understanding the connection between topics within the wider context of the subject.
Assessment
GCSEs are assessed by an end of course exam. Some subjects will also include coursework or practical work.
Advanced Level courses, commonly known as ‘A Levels’ are the most widely recognised qualification for entry to UK universities.
In 2020, 83% of A Levels awarded to Abbey College Cambridge students achieved grades A* – A.
September 2021 A Level study options
Programme | Subjects Available | Progress to |
2 Year A Level (September 2021 – July 2023) |
| Undergraduate course at university |
Why study A Levels?
Most students will take 3 or 4 A Level subjects over the duration of their studies. A Levels offer a good balance between subject specialisation and choice, allowing students to focus on the subject that really interest them, whilst maintaining a breadth of subject choice. A Levels also offer progression the widest range of universities, and are the best options for students looking to join a top-ranked university.
How are they taught?
Course content is divided into different sections, and students are encouraged to develop and understand the links between them. Learning is underpinned by the key concepts of the skills of the subject, with a strong focus on their practical real world application.
Assessment
A Levels have a linear structure, which means that all exams take place at the end of the final year. Most A Level subjects are assessed by written examination unless the course has a large practical element (such as in Art and Science).
Our International Foundation Programme (IFP) is an intensive year 13 academic programme that offers international students direct entry to a wide range of UK universities.
In 2020, Abbey College Cambridge students achieved an average overall score of 75% on our foundation programme.
September 2021 International Foundation Programme Study options
Programme | Subjects available | Progress to |
One Year International Foundation Programme (September 2021 – July 2022) |
| Undergraduate course at university |
Why study International Foundation Programme?
Unlike many foundation programmes, our destinations are not limited to a choice of one or two partner universities. This means students are free to progress to a wide range of UK universities, including many top-ranked institutions.
How are they taught?
The programme offers a range of subject-related pathways, which give access to complementary subjects at university. Each pathway is made up of a number of modules, depending on which pathway you choose you might have a choice of modules, they may be all compulsory, or a mix of elective and compulsory modules.
Assessment
Each module is assessed individually, with three assessment points through each term. Students will achieve an average score.
Since its foundation in 1994, Abbey College Cambridge has developed a reputation for academic excellence. As Cambridge’s leading international college, we are experts in teaching and supporting international students, and we do so in a community that is energised by the love of learning.
At Abbey College Cambridge students from around world feel at home, where they make friends from all over the world, share unforgettable experiences and go on to achieve amazing things together.
Course | International Fee | |
2 Year GCSE (Sep 2022 – July 2023) 1 Year GCSE (Sep 2022 – July 2023) Full course fee | £33,200 £33,200 | |
2 Year A Level (Sep 2022 – July 2023) | £33,200 | |
1 Year International Foundation Programme (Sep 2022 – July 2023) | £33,200 | |
British Boarding School Experience (Sep 2022 – December 2022) | £17,250 Includes Boarding |
[Our tuition fees range from £22,440 to £33,200 per-annum*]
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