Cambridge North West Student Conference 2026

St John’s is among eight Cambridge colleges hosting this free regional conference for Year 12 students and teachers to learn more about the University and application process

Monday 23 March 2026

St John’s College, Pembroke, Christ’s, Downing, Fitzwilliam, Magdalene, Peterhouse and Sidney Sussex are hosting the Admissions-themed North West Student Conference at Haydock Park Racecourse in Merseyside on behalf of the University of Cambridge.

Schedule

The North West Student Conference will include talks from Admissions Tutors, academics, and current students, covering:

  • what Cambridge is looking for
  • finance and careers
  • interviews
  • the student experience
  • teachers' references
  • subject overview sessions

You can view the 2026 draft timetable to see the day’s sessions. Please note that this is subject to change.

Venue

This event will take place at Haydock Park Racecourse, Merseyside.

The venue will have food and drink available to buy on the day (note the venue is cash-free). Attendees are also welcome to bring a packed lunch with them.

Free parking is available for coaches and cars.

Register to attend

Bookings are now open for the 2026 event and are on a first-come, first-served basis. Registrations will close on Friday 20 March at 9am.

Teachers can register on behalf of their school groups  

Conference places are limited to 25 students per school. Students who attend the event should be on track to achieve at least A*AA at A-level, or 42 in IB with 7, 7, 6 at Higher Level. If you wish to bring more than 25 students, please include your reasoning in the booking form.

If you are a Year 12 student who would like to attend this event individually, email Edward at slo@pem.cam.ac.uk

Contact

Also email Edward at slo@pem.cam.ac.uk if you have any questions regarding this event.

Are you a Year 12 student or teacher in the East Midlands?

St John’s is also jointly hosting the University of Cambridge East Midlands Student Conference 2026 on Thursday 26 March 2026

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