University Pathways

University Pathways | Higher Education Guidance at Wellington College Bangkok

As a leading academic international school, we expect our students to progress to the world’s best universities, including Oxford, Cambridge, other leading UK universities, top medical and dental schools, prestigious art and drama schools, and Ivy League and other outstanding institutions in the USA.

A large team of specialist university advisers and counsellors, working across the Wellington College family of schools in Bangkok, China, and our founding school in England, ensures that every student receives expert guidance throughout the university application process — from choosing courses and universities to writing personal statements.

University Preparation and Guidance

In Year 12, students participate in a comprehensive university induction programme and have opportunities to attend a wide range of higher education-focused events.

Students are also supported by our Careers and Higher Education Department, which coordinates:

Work placements
Careers talks and lectures
University fairs
Gap year guidance and opportunities

Sixth Form students have the opportunity to complete Centigrade, an interest-based questionnaire administered by Cambridge Occupational Analysts, which matches students’ interests and abilities with suitable higher education courses and institutions.

Through the strength of the global Wellington network, we also connect students with Old Wellingtonians and parents across a wide range of professional sectors, who provide mentoring, advice, and, in some cases, work experience opportunities.

Global Reputation and University Success

Wellington College UK has a long-standing reputation for supporting students in gaining admission to the world’s top universities, including Oxbridge and Ivy League institutions. Close collaboration across the Wellington family of schools ensures that students from our international schools are equally well supported in reaching their university of choice, wherever in the world they aspire to study.

Life Beyond School: Wellington Connect

The Wellington family of schools maintains a strong commitment to supporting students throughout their university journey and beyond. One of the ways this is achieved is through our global networking platform, Wellington Connect.

Wellington Connect enables students and alumni to stay connected, build professional networks, and access mentoring opportunities. Old Wellingtonians also benefit from support from the global Wellington alumni community to enhance career prospects and take advantage of the unique Wellington connection worldwide.