The ‘Get into Oxbridge’ workshop covered topics such as the application process for the University of Oxford and the University of Cambridge, including personal statement planning and preparing for future admissions tests and interviews.
It also covered topics focusing on top academic subjects including medicine and law.
Erin Gainford, 15, from Rishton attended the event along with her twin sister Ruby, Erin said: “The workshop has been very beneficial, especially for preparation for Oxbridge applications.
“The advice has been really valuable, because it’s a lot more specific than the general careers advice we’ve previously had.”
Ruby added: “I’ve really enjoyed the session, it’s been very engaging and I now feel like I have a much better understanding of what I’ll need to do to get into a good university.
“I’ve learnt that I need to start preparing for my application early to improve my chances of success.”
David Jones, Blackburn Sixth Form High Achievers Coordinator said: “The pupils attending from Hyndburn Academy have been very switched on and have taken the session very seriously, they are a credit to their school.
“It’s clear to see that they have the attributes needed to succeed. I hope that they will take away the advice given, and start acting on what they need to do between now and applying for university.”
The workshop comes after Blackburn Sixth Form became the East Lancashire hub for the OxNet programme in September.
The programme aims to give information and advice about applying to Oxford, Cambridge and Russell Group universities.
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