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Don’t Be a Template Applicant: How to Become the Student Cambridge Most Wants to Admit

From grades to your portfolio, we’ll break down all the key do’s and don’ts to amplify what makes you truly unique.

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Seminar Introduction

Getting into Cambridge isn’t just about top scores — it’s about building a strong, well-rounded portfolio that showcases curiosity, critical thinking, and academic depth. This seminar reveals how students from any curriculum — HKDSE, GCE A-Level, IB, Canadian, or Australian — can strategically prepare every aspect of their Cambridge application. 

Whether you’re applying for Medicine, Engineering, Law, or the Humanities, learn how to craft an application that truly stands out — beyond grades. 

About the speakers

Host: Anson Liu

Anson is the Head of Counselling at Grove Education. He is a dedicated and highly professional education expert with over a decade of experience in the field, having successfully guided more than 500 cases. A graduate of the University of Birmingham with a master's degree in education, Anson possesses in-depth knowledge of the education systems in the UK, Europe, Hong Kong, and Mainland China, enabling him to help students design the most suitable academic and career pathways. 

Guest Speaker: Sky Lee

2025-26 President of Cambridge University Chinese Society, Sky Lee began his secondary education at La Salle College, studying under the HKDSE curriculum from Form 1 to Form 4. Drawn to the opportunity to deepen his focus on STEM subjects, he transitioned to Harrow International School Hong Kong for Sixth Form, where he pursued A-Levels. It was during this time that his passion for Physics truly flourished — a passion that became central to his successful application to the University of Cambridge. Through dedicated academic effort and independent exploration of advanced topics beyond the syllabus, Sky earned his place to read Physics at Cambridge. 

Event Details

Date: 17 April 2026 (Friday)  

Time: 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm (HKT)  

Venue: Grove Education Office+ Live Online Streaming (Link provided upon registration)  

Speaker: Mr. Anson Liu, Head of Counselling + Sky Lee, 2025-26 President of Cambridge Chinese Society 

Language: Cantonese 

Seminar Highlights

  • Understanding What Cambridge Really Looks For 
  • Course and College Selection Strategies 
  • Building Your Competitive Edge 
  • Exclusive Insights into Admissions Tests and Interviews  
  • The Golden Application Timeline and Common Pitfalls 

Who Should Attend

  • Students aiming for Cambridge who are currently studying the HKDSE, IB, GCE A-Level, Canadian/Australian curricula, or other international programmes (particularly those targeting 2027 entry or later). 
  • Parents looking to strategise and plan ahead for their child's Cambridge application. 

Registration Method

Interested students and parents please complete the registration form below. A member of our team will contact you to confirm the event details. 

Places are limited. Register immediately. 

“Don’t Be a Template Applicant: How to Become the Student Cambridge Most Wants to Admit” Seminar

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Terms and Conditions

Grove Education | “Don’t Be a Template Applicant: How to Become the Student Cambridge Most Wants to Admit” Seminar 

1. Registration  

This seminar operates on a pre-registration basis, with limited places available on a first-come, first-served basis. Successful registrants will receive a confirmation notice with relevant details prior to the event.  

Grove Education reserves the right to accept or decline any registration. 

2. Participation  

The seminar will be held both in-person and online.  

Participants will receive a unique access link 48 hours before the event. Please ensure that accurate contact details are provided. 

3. Event Changes & Cancellation  

Grove Education reserves the right to amend the event date, time, format, or cancel the event due to unforeseen circumstances (including but not limited to adverse weather, technical issues, or force majeure). Participants will be notified accordingly.  

Grove Education is not liable for any direct or indirect losses arising from such changes or cancellations. 

4. Use of Personal Data  

Personal information collected will be used for event coordination and future educational updates or promotional purposes.  

Grove Education complies with the Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance. Participants may opt out of receiving future communications at any time. 

5. Intellectual Property  

All seminar content, materials, and presentations remain in the property of Grove Education and the speaker. Recording, filming, screenshots, or distribution for public or commercial use without prior consent is strictly prohibited.  

6. Participant Responsibilities  

Participants are expected to attend on time. Online attendees must ensure a stable internet connection.  

Grove Education reserves the right to remove any participant engaging in inappropriate behaviour. 

7. General  

In case of discrepancies between English and Chinese versions, the English version shall prevail.  

Grove Education reserves the right to amend these terms without prior notice.