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As students gear up for the UK university application cycle for the 2026 entry, they must familiarize themselves with the UCAS system and personal statement. This year brings significant changes to the format of the personal statement, which applicants should be aware of in order to present their best selves to prospective universities. Read More →

While the international Baccalaureate Diploma Programme has a reputation as a curriculum that favors a global world view and encourages critical thinking - a perfect gateway into university style study that values independence and free thought- the importance of the Middle Years Programme is often overlooked. Read More →

Traditionally, the IB diploma program includes six subjects (usually three at the Higher Level and three at the Standard Level) and the IB Core (the Extended Essay, Theory of Knowledge, and Creativity, activity, and service). Read More →

The interview season for UK and Hong Kong universities is here! While not every program requires an interview, those that do often consider it a crucial part of the selection process. Read More →

The international baccalaureate diploma program is familiar to HK students. However, are you aware that the IB is piloting an alternative pathway for future students? Read More →

For all aspiring students to Oxbridge, interviews are a compulsory stage in the admissions process. Typically, the interviews take place between mid-November and mid-December, and shortlisted candidates are usually notified around two weeks in advance. Read More →

The theory of Knowledge essay is an essential part of the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme that all students face. Thus, the ability to comprehend and explore the six essay questions you will be facing is a must. Read More →

Students thinking of applying to UK universities in September 2025 will do well to remember that Universities and Colleges Admissions Service personal statements are set to change. Read More →

In our previous column, we looked at the characteristics of English language and literature courses in the ICGSE and International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme. In this, we compare the two. Read More →