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Admissions Tests
At Astaradmissions, we provide specialized support for university admissions tests, including the Engineering Science Aptitude Test (ESAT) and Physics Aptitude Test (PAT) for Oxbridge applicants. Since 2014, our tailored programs—offering both weekly support and intensive summer courses—have helped students excel in these challenging exams. Our approach is fully adapted to the new multiple-choice format of the PAT and ESAT, ensuring students are well-prepared for the latest test structures. We teach essential topics from scratch that are often not covered in school, giving students the comprehensive knowledge and confidence they need to succeed.
Personal Statement
At Astaradmissions, we help students craft personal statements that effectively demonstrate both competence and passion, essential for standing out in competitive university applications. Unlike typical school recommendations, we focus on avoiding vague statements and overly descriptive language, ensuring the student’s abilities and achievements are showcased in a clear, impactful way. Our approach is specifically geared toward applications for top universities, ensuring that within the strict character limits, every word highlights the student’s strengths, making them stand out from the crowd.
Interview Prep
At Astaradmissions, we prepare students for interviews by helping them articulate their thought process and focus on what they know, starting from base principles. We emphasize avoiding guesses, instead guiding students to interact meaningfully with the interviewer, showing they are both intelligent and teachable. We encourage students to draw on life experiences as well as academic knowledge, using basic concepts to tackle questions beyond their current level of expertise. Our preparation includes discussions on current news and their personal statement, while also informing students of the realities of the industry they aim to enter, ensuring they present themselves as well-rounded and informed candidates.
University Selection
At Astaradmissions, we guide students in making informed decisions about their university choices by considering key factors such as lifestyle, accommodation options, and location. In addition to personal preferences, we help students evaluate universities based on academic rankings and course reputation, ensuring they select institutions that align with both their educational goals and personal needs. Our tailored approach ensures that each student finds the best fit for their ambitions, environment, and future success.
A Levels
At Astaradmissions, we support students throughout their A-level journey with tailored programs, including holiday and after-school sessions, homeschooling, and intensive pre-exam preparation. Our approach focuses on teaching from base principles to ensure deep, long-term understanding, while tackling advanced technical calculations and problem-solving. We create individual plans for mastering long written questions, emphasizing concise answers that align with the mark scheme. By identifying common mistakes and developing strategies to avoid them, we help students improve accuracy. Additionally, we teach the importance of estimation and recognizing realistic answers to catch errors before they happen.