University Entry

The International Baccalaureate is viewed as the best preparation for students to thrive at university by more Admissions Directors of UK universities than any other pre-university qualification.

The IB out-performs other post-16 qualifications in encouraging independent enquiry and ability to cope with pressure, nurturing an open mind and developing self-management skills. Coupled with academic results, the qualities most frequently looked for by Admissions Directors are:
1. Creative Thinking
2. Commitment
3. Communication
4. Teamwork

The IB is seen by Admissions Directors to develop all four of these abilities more effectively than any other post-16 qualification.

At Westbourne we have a very strong relationship with Cardiff University and our students use their world-class research facilities on campus. We also have close links with the Oxford University Admissions Office as well as many other Russell Group universities, and our Sixth Form tutor is a Cambridge graduate.

The comparison of university points specifically comparing the IB to A-Levels shows clearly the advantage conferred on IB students and the increased options they have when selecting the course and university of their choice.

The IB Diploma is quite simply the best possible way to gain entry to, and succeed in, the best universities in the UK and throughout the world.