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Can I get into Cambridge University

So I have 12 GCSE's A* - C inc. Maths/Eng
I have an AS in Fine Art, but I didn't finish my A levels at college. I then did a UAL Level 3 Diploma in Art - Foundation Studies and completed that, this got me into University in 2016 to study Education, but I only completed semester 1 and left due to financial issues, I got a mixture of 2:2 and 2:1 for my semester 1.

I am starting University again this September 2017 at Goldsmiths University to study Education again, I have this advantage of knowledge and how uni works so I am going to work hard to get a 1st this year or the minimum of a 2:1.
I want to apply to Cambridge University to St Johns college (to study Education), I don't mind starting again year 1-3, but if at all possible I will ask if I can transfer to year 2 (although I doubt it).

As I do not have A levels but will have Knowledge and experience coming from University, will it be possible to apply to Cambridge? It's something I have had my heart on since yr 10 however life just didn't work out for me since then, but now I am on track with everything will it be worth it? And can there be a chance?
I want to study education and then do my PGCE to get into teaching, but I will keep my options open for other career options relating to my degree, I want to also complete a masters or PhD some time in the future, I am really passionate about this subject, so I'm not just applying for the sake of Cambridge and it's name, we all do but I have many other reason I would like to study and attend there.

I have already started my application, I have a reference in place (my director of the course from my previous university) and I will be visiting an open day next month, I have completed one hell of a statement too, all genuine with plenty of experience about teaching, work experience, my degree experience, my wider reading and favourites books and I also speak about possible experiments I would like to conduct relating to key philosophers within education and learning, I think all this really shows my passion and enthusiasm about the subject.

A bit about me - I am British Bangladeshi, aged 20 from London.
What are your thoughts? Is it worth it, or do you think I won't get in?

I just want to add that I am still eligible to fund myself with Studnet Finance England and have my funding left, so that is not an issue.
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Reply 1
It's probably best to contact Cambridge directly and explain your circumstances. All I can think of though is how are you going to finance it? I doubt Cambridge will let you skip into 2nd year (again, check with them).

Still, going to tag in @Doonesbury and see what his thoughts are. :h:
Original post by jrmiah
So I have 12 GCSE's A* - C inc. Maths/Eng
I have an AS in Fine Art, but I didn't finish my A levels at college. I then did a UAL Level 3 Diploma in Art - Foundation Studies and completed that, this got me into University in 2016 to study Education, but I only completed semester 1 and left due to financial issues, I got a mixture of 2:2 and 2:1 for my semester 1.

I am starting University again this September 2017 at Goldsmiths University to study Education again, I have this advantage of knowledge and how uni works so I am going to work hard to get a 1st this year or the minimum of a 2:1.
I want to apply to Cambridge University to St Johns college (to study Education), I don't mind starting again year 1-3, but if at all possible I will ask if I can transfer to year 2 (although I doubt it).

As I do not have A levels but will have Knowledge and experience coming from University, will it be possible to apply to Cambridge? It's something I have had my heart on since yr 10 however life just didn't work out for me since then, but now I am on track with everything will it be worth it? And can there be a chance?
I want to study education and then do my PGCE to get into teaching, but I will keep my options open for other career options relating to my degree, I want to also complete a masters or PhD some time in the future, I am really passionate about this subject, so I'm not just applying for the sake of Cambridge and it's name, we all do but I have many other reason I would like to study and attend there.

I have already started my application, I have a reference in place (my director of the course from my previous university) and I will be visiting an open day next month, I have completed one hell of a statement too, all genuine with plenty of experience about teaching, work experience, my degree experience, my wider reading and favourites books and I also speak about possible experiments I would like to conduct relating to key philosophers within education and learning, I think all this really shows my passion and enthusiasm about the subject.

A bit about me - I am British Bangladeshi, aged 20 from London.
What are your thoughts? Is it worth it, or do you think I won't get in?

Sorry, but IMO you simply don't have the academic results to even be considered.
Original post by jrmiah
So I have 12 GCSE's A* - C inc. Maths/Eng
I have an AS in Fine Art, but I didn't finish my A levels at college. I then did a UAL Level 3 Diploma in Art - Foundation Studies and completed that, this got me into University in 2016 to study Education, but I only completed semester 1 and left due to financial issues, I got a mixture of 2:2 and 2:1 for my semester 1.

I am starting University again this September 2017 at Goldsmiths University to study Education again, I have this advantage of knowledge and how uni works so I am going to work hard to get a 1st this year or the minimum of a 2:1.
I want to apply to Cambridge University to St Johns college (to study Education), I don't mind starting again year 1-3, but if at all possible I will ask if I can transfer to year 2 (although I doubt it).

As I do not have A levels but will have Knowledge and experience coming from University, will it be possible to apply to Cambridge? It's something I have had my heart on since yr 10 however life just didn't work out for me since then, but now I am on track with everything will it be worth it? And can there be a chance?
I want to study education and then do my PGCE to get into teaching, but I will keep my options open for other career options relating to my degree, I want to also complete a masters or PhD some time in the future, I am really passionate about this subject, so I'm not just applying for the sake of Cambridge and it's name, we all do but I have many other reason I would like to study and attend there.

I have already started my application, I have a reference in place (my director of the course from my previous university) and I will be visiting an open day next month, I have completed one hell of a statement too, all genuine with plenty of experience about teaching, work experience, my degree experience, my wider reading and favourites books and I also speak about possible experiments I would like to conduct relating to key philosophers within education and learning, I think all this really shows my passion and enthusiasm about the subject.

A bit about me - I am British Bangladeshi, aged 20 from London.
What are your thoughts? Is it worth it, or do you think I won't get in?


You have wasted a lot of time, Cambridge does NOT accept applications from people studying at other universities.

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Original post by jrmiah
So I have 12 GCSE's A* - C inc. Maths/Eng
I have an AS in Fine Art, but I didn't finish my A levels at college. I then did a UAL Level 3 Diploma in Art - Foundation Studies and completed that, this got me into University in 2016 to study Education, but I only completed semester 1 and left due to financial issues, I got a mixture of 2:2 and 2:1 for my semester 1.

I am starting University again this September 2017 at Goldsmiths University to study Education again, I have this advantage of knowledge and how uni works so I am going to work hard to get a 1st this year or the minimum of a 2:1.
I want to apply to Cambridge University to St Johns college (to study Education), I don't mind starting again year 1-3, but if at all possible I will ask if I can transfer to year 2 (although I doubt it).

As I do not have A levels but will have Knowledge and experience coming from University, will it be possible to apply to Cambridge? It's something I have had my heart on since yr 10 however life just didn't work out for me since then, but now I am on track with everything will it be worth it? And can there be a chance?
I want to study education and then do my PGCE to get into teaching, but I will keep my options open for other career options relating to my degree, I want to also complete a masters or PhD some time in the future, I am really passionate about this subject, so I'm not just applying for the sake of Cambridge and it's name, we all do but I have many other reason I would like to study and attend there.

I have already started my application, I have a reference in place (my director of the course from my previous university) and I will be visiting an open day next month, I have completed one hell of a statement too, all genuine with plenty of experience about teaching, work experience, my degree experience, my wider reading and favourites books and I also speak about possible experiments I would like to conduct relating to key philosophers within education and learning, I think all this really shows my passion and enthusiasm about the subject.

A bit about me - I am British Bangladeshi, aged 20 from London.
What are your thoughts? Is it worth it, or do you think I won't get in?


Original post by Airmed
It's probably best to contact Cambridge directly and explain your circumstances. All I can think of though is how are you going to finance it? I doubt Cambridge will let you skip into 2nd year (again, check with them).

Still, going to tag in @Doonesbury and see what his thoughts are. :h:


Thanks for the tag :smile:

Yes, there's a number of problems, and Cambridge's reluctance to take students already studying at a UK university, and the finance problem, are just some of them.

As @RogerOxon said, unfortunately your academics are unlikely to be sufficient.

However if you want an actual Cambridge Admissions Tutor's view go to their thread here:

https://www.thestudentroom.co.uk/showthread.php?t=4896414&p=73424728&page=13#post73424728

The alternative is to get a first at Goldsmiths and then apply for postgrad at Cambridge.
Original post by jrmiah
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Well we can pussy-foot around it, but the bottom line is that you aren't close to having the academics required, Cambridge won't accept a transfer and you don't seem to have the funding left - so no, not for undergrad at least.

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