Study programme
As a specialist A level college, we make sure that every student’s study programme is full of opportunity.
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How to apply
Applying to Hills Road
Applications for entry in September 2027 will open on 19 October 2026.
When considering your application, please use the information on this page, together with our Admissions Policy.
The deadline for applications is Tuesday 5 January or Tuesday 12 January 2027 if you attend a Cambridge Area Partnership (CAP) school.
Please note: Cambridgeshire schools that are not in the CAP must submit their students’ applications by Tuesday 5 January 2027.
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If you were unable to attend the July Open Events and would like information about the College and our application process, please complete the sign-up form using the button below.
Our next Open Events will take place in July 2027. These events are aimed at Year 10 students, but if you are now in Year 11 and were unable to attend the Open Events last term, you are welcome to join the next round of these events in July 2027.
Application research
If you are in Year 11, you may be considering your post-16 options already. Please use the Entry requirements information below, together with our A level subjects and Study programme pages, to find out more about what we offer at Hills Road.
Entry requirements
Entry requirements to Hills Road are different to other sixth form centres. We don’t ask for a set group of GCSE grades. Instead, each A level has its own entry requirements, with an Admissions Score and minimum GCSE grade.
Grade and score entry criteria
Using predicted GCSE grades provided by your school, applicants must meet the relevant Admissions Score and minimum GCSE grade for each A level course applied for.
Applicants must include three eligible A level subjects, but are encouraged to include up to five to allow flexibility if courses are unavailable.
Admissions Scores
- Minimum Entry Admissions Score is 58 or 56 for Cambridgeshire Area Partnership (CAP) students
- Maths Admissions Score is 60
- Higher Admissions Score (Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science and Physics) is 71 or 69 for Cambridgeshire Area Partnership (CAP) students
- The Four A level Programme Admissions Score is 78, which includes Further Maths.
As well as meeting our GCSE grade and Admissions Score requirements, there are additional criteria you’ll need to meet when applying to the College, which are shown below. For full details, please refer to our Admissions Policy.
Admissions Score calculator
You can use our handy Admissions Score calculator to work out your score. All you need are your predicted grades and to follow the instructions on the calculator.
Top tips!
Choosing which A levels to apply for can feel tricky, and the process from application to enrolment can seem confusing at first. The tips below will help you understand what to expect and make your choices with confidence.
Study programme
As a specialist A level college, we make sure that every student’s study programme is full of opportunity.
A level subjects
At Hills Road we offer an incredible range of 36 A level subjects, which can be taken in almost any combination. Take an in-depth look at each subject, including the entry requirements.
Admissions policy 2026
Please read our Admissions Policy as all applications are assessed against the criteria.
