Pre-university studies in the historic city of Cambridge
Nationality: British
Courses: Lewis joined us to study GCSEs in a variety of subjects
Achievements: World Famous F1 Racing Driver!
Ambitions: Win the F1 World Championship
What does he say about us? Find out on our dedicated Lewis Hamilton web page.
Improve your English through Study Abroad
The Study Abroad programme is designed for international students aged 16+ and provides the opportunity to:
- gain an insight into British education and culture
- improve your English language skills using the subjects that interest you most
- broaden your horizons by meeting and studying with students from over 60 countries
- earn credit for studies in your home country.
Students are able to design individualised study programmes by selecting options from a wide range of subject areas. Find out more about:
Students select specialist English language courses and up to four subjects from the areas described below. If a particular subject combination is not available then the College will advise on a suitable alternative which leads to relevant pathways for future careers or university study.
For further guidance, contact a member of our experienced admissions team who will be pleased to help you.
Maths, Science and Technology Humanities and Social Sciences Business | The Arts Languages |
English Language courses
In addition to their academic subject options, students are timetabled for five hours of specialist Academic English language support per week covering speaking, listening, writing and reading as well as cultural awareness and study skills.
Free-time activities
In addition to formal study, CATS Cambridge offers a broad range of extra-curricular activities which provide further opportunity for personal growth and development. The range of activities includes sports, arts clubs, debating and philosophy groups (including membership of the Cambridge University Student Union Society).
We offer flexibility with start dates in September and January and courses lasting from one to four terms.
January 08 - June 08
7 January 08 – 20 March 08
14 April 08– 21 June 08
£6,800 per term
September 08 - June 09
5 January 09 – 3 April 09
20 April 09 – 20 June 09
£7,200 per term
Please do ask for advice on the best option for you.
Registration fee and deposit
Registration fee: £100
Deposit: £300. This will be returned to you at the end of your studies.
Students can choose either Homestay (living with a local family) or College Lodges, where there are both single and twin rooms available.
Homestay
For younger students who may be living away from home for the first time, or for students that prefer a more supportive environment in a Cambridge family setting.
Homestay fees
Full board: £2,000 per term
College Lodges
Great for more independant students.
Accommodation varies from smaller, traditional Cambridge houses to larger residencies housing up to 40 students.
All Lodges are managed by full-time live-in supervisors who can help with anything from using the washing machine to getting to College.
College Lodge fees
Single room, en-suite, full board:
£2,750 per term
Single room, not en-suite, full board:
£2,600 per term
Twin room, full board:
£1,800 per term