Sidney Sussex, Pembroke, Christ's, Downing, Magdalene, Peterhouse, Fitzwilliam, and St John's Colleges are visiting the North West and East Midlands, on behalf of the University of Cambridge, to host two Admissions-themed conferences.

Keep reading for lots more info!

When and where are they happening?

 

North West Conference

Date: Monday 23rd March 2026
Venue: Haydock Park Racecourse
Times: 09:45-15:25

 

East Midlands Conference

Date: Thursday 26th March 2026
Venue: Leicester Racecourse
Times: 09:45-15:25
 

What can I expect from the Conferences?

The events are free of charge, and will include talks from Admissions Tutors, outreach practitioners and current students covering:

  • How to make a competitive application to Cambridge
  • Student finance and Careers
  • Interviews
  • The student experience
  • Teachers references
  • Subject overview sessions

There will also be academic taster sessions on offer for students to attend to help them find out more about their subjects of interest.

 

Please see the 2025 schedules for the two events below, to give you a sense of what to expect:

Click here to view the schedule for the North West Conference

Click here to view the schedule for the East Midlands Conference

 

How can I register to attend?

 

Registrations are now open for both conferences.

Please note that spaces are limited to 25 students per school for the NW Conference, and 20 students for the EM Conference. Students who attend the event should be on track to achieve at least A*AA at A level, or 42 in IB with 7,7,6 at Higher Level. 

Click here for the Group Booking Form for the North West Conference

Click here for the Group Booking Form for the East Midlands Conference

 

If you wish to attend without a school group, please email Layo at slo@sid.cam.ac.uk to arrange your visit.

 

How can I get more information?

If you have any questions about the conferences please get in touch with Layo at slo@sid.cam.ac.uk