January status
Accepting applications
January places remaining
3 (out of 13)
Enrolment fees increase:
1st February 2025
TST Tutoring
Score highly on the TST and triple your chances to study at UCL.
UniAdmissions’ expert 1-1 TST Tutoring will more than triple your chances of success when applying to study at University College London.
We’ve helped hundreds of students maximise their TST score.
57%
UniAdmissions’ 5-Year Average
Engaged Student Success Rate
26%
16%
The Average Oxbridge Success Rate
UniAdmissions unlimited TST tutoring is provided through our Full-Blue Programmes, which covers the entire UCL application process.
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Average Oxbridge Success Rate Of UK Top 50 Schools
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The Thinking Skills Test (TST) is an admissions test used by University College London that is based upon the Thinking Skills Assessment (TSA), used by the University of Oxford. All resources and courses included with our TST tuition are based upon the TSA, but the two exams share the exact same format and question styles, so these materials are suitable for TST preparation.
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What's included with UniAdmissions' TST Tutoring?
Our TST support not only provides you with unlimited sessions with a personal TST tutor, but also gives you access to all of our materials for the TSA (which is the same test under a different name) including books, online courses, and an intensive TSA course. Additionally, you will have access to exclusive benefits only available to UniAdmissions students. This support offers a level of support that cannot be found anywhere else.
What we do works.
Our TST Tutoring gives you support through a variety of mediums – all created specifically to greatly increase your chances of success in your Oxford application.
Tap on the cards to see more details about our support components.
Application Support
Firstly we will help you make the right decision regarding course and University choice.
Whether this is through a meeting with our Academic Director or by arranging sessions with tutors from Oxford and/or Cambridge in your considered subject areas. We will help you come to an informed conclusion on one of the most important decisions you will ever make.
You will receive a full introduction to your Programme by your Programme Team, along with your tutor and our Academic Director. Throughout your time with us, they will be here to help.
Unlimited One-To-One TST Tutoring
You will receive unlimited private TSA tutoring sessions with an expert who will thoroughly go over both sections of the exam with you.
These sessions will be tailored to your specific needs and the tutor’s prior experience with the TSA will allow them to effectively guide your preparation.
Unlimited one-to-one support with your expert TST tutor – all with homework and reports.
Comprehensive TST Materials
The TST is a renamed version of Oxford’s TSA, so all of our TSA materials will be suitable for your preparation. You will have access to all of our TSA-related books which cover a wide range of topics such as exam technique, practice materials, and more to aid you in your application.
On top of that, you will have full access to the UniAdmissions Academy, our specially made TSA practice resources and the UniAdmissions Reading List for your subject, all of which are exclusive to students enrolled in our Programmes.
Finely-tuned resources in a range of mediums to help you practice and learn for your exam.
TST Intensive Course
This full-day interactive TSA preparation course will comprehensively cover the exam, beginning with the basics and progressing to advanced concepts, all of which will be relevant to the TST. The course leader, who is an expert in the exam, will provide a detailed analysis of how to approach each section of the TSA and strategies to attain a score in the top 10% of applicants.
You will also have the opportunity to ask any questions about the TSA or TST and receive valuable guidance from a tutor who has previously excelled on the exam.
You’ll get an exclusive place on our renowned TSA preparation course that will support you with the TST.
Enrichment Seminars
Showing a strong interest in your chosen subject through activities outside of the standard curriculum is a major challenge for UCL university applicants. Therefore, our Enrichment Seminars are tailored to help you meet this requirement.
Beginning from the first week of the program, you will be invited to attend supervision sessions where you will gain knowledge in your chosen subject beyond what is taught in class, which is exactly what the admissions officers are looking for.
Develop a deeper understanding of your subject and go beyond your curriculum, as you would at UCL.
Mentoring
Every student will receive supplementary assistance from their designated mentor – a senior tutor. Your Mentor will be there to support you with complex areas of your application and will assist you in any areas of difficulty throughout their programme. This could be (but is not limited to) support navigating the UCAS system, identifying and securing relevant work experience, and guidance on letters of reference.
You’ll be assigned an academic mentor for guidance and mentoring sessions.
Personalised Portal
The UniAdmissions Portal is your link between all of the support and resources offered in your Programme and you. You’ll find everything included in your Programme available in your personalised Portal account.
As a student this is your Programme Hub. With monthly updates, you’ll stay in the loop and never miss a step in your preparation. Stay informed about tasks, important dates and your progress, and be confident that you’re always on the right path!
You’ll get access upon enrolment to a Programme.
A personalised online platform which will guide you through your Programme as a student, or help you track your child’s progress as a parent.
Your Dream Offer
Every element of the support we provide is squarely focused on increasing your chance of earning a place to study at their chosen university. 57% of our engaged students were ultimately offered their place.
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We have a limited number of places available.
We have spent over a decade guiding hundreds of students to their place at Oxford and Cambridge. To achieve our success rates we implement the Scholar Limit, which restricts how many applicants we admit to our Programmes.
January status
Accepting applications
January places remaining
3 (out of 13)
Enrolment fees increase
1st February 2025
Last updated: 22nd January 2025
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We get more students into Oxbridge each year than the top 10 schools for Oxbridge admissions.
We are the most successful school for Oxbridge applicants – we’ve helped more than 500 students get placed at Oxford and Cambridge. Our Oxbridge Programmes have been carefully designed from the ground up to ensure our students have the highest chance of success when applying to Oxbridge.
Our statistics speak for themselves.
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What's our secret to unparalleled application success rates?
Our unlimited one-to-one tutoring, combined with the exclusive UniAdmissions Portal, provides the most effective pathway to your dream offer at your chosen university. When you enrol on your Programme, you’ll be assigned your expert tutor and given access to your personalised Portal, which will guide you through our carefully developed curriculum. The Portal is the heart of your Programme.
Your path to UCL is ready and waiting – all you need to do is follow it.
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All the TST Tuition features.
Want to know what you'll get with your support? Here's exactly what will be included.
Group Teaching
- TSA Intensive Course
One-To-One TST Tutoring
- Unlimited TST Tuition
TST Revision Materials
- TSA Academy Course
- The Ultimate TSA Collection (5-In-1 Book)
TST Practice Materials
Support & Feedback
- Dedicated Programme Team
- 24/7 Access For Tutor Support
- Full Written Feedback After Each Session
- Post-Session Homework
- Introductory Onboarding Session
- Your Personalised Portal
- Assigned Support Mentor
Student Enrichment
- Weekly Enrichment Seminars
- Exam Success Online Course
- Recommended Reading List
- Work Experience Support
- The Ultimate Guide To Exam Success
TSA Intensive Course
Weekly Group Workshops
Unlimited TST Tuition
TSA Academy Course
The Ultimate TSA Collection (5 In One Book)
TSA Past Papers & Fully Worked Solutions
TST Mock Papers
Dedicated Personal Programme Manager
24/7 Access For Tutor Support
Full Written Feedback After Each Session
Post-Session Homework
Introductory Onboarding Session
Your Personalised Portal
Assigned Subject Mentor
Group Workshops
Exam Success Online Course
Recommended Reading List
Work Experience Support
The Ultimate Guide To Exam Success
UniAdmissions unlimited TST tutoring is provided through our Full-Blue Programmes, which covers the entire UCL application process.
The UniAdmissions Promise
We provide a risk-free trial on all of our Programmes. During this period, you can cancel and you will receive a refund as long as you are within the UniAdmissions Promise period and have not exceeded two hours of one-to-one tutoring.
We're confident of your satisfaction with our Programmes. The Programmes are designed from the ground up to help gain you your offer; resulting in a success rate triple the national average. Due to the intensive nature of the Programmes, we are selective with the students we work with to ensure they are fully committed and a viable candidate.
The trial period offers you the chance to ensure you are 100% happy with the service, resources and tutors, whilst also giving us the chance to ensure you are dedicated to the Programme. If, for any reason, you aren't completely satisfied, we'll provide you with a refund provided you are eligible as per our Terms & Conditions. This is our guarantee.
We provide a risk-free trial on all of our Programmes. During this period, you can cancel and you will receive a refund as long as you are within the UniAdmissions Promise period and have not exceeded two hours of one-to-one tutoring.
We're confident of your satisfaction with our Programmes. The Programmes are designed from the ground up to help gain you your offer; resulting in a success rate triple the national average. Due to the intensive nature of the Programmes, we are selective with the students we work with to ensure they are fully committed and a viable candidate.
The trial period offers you the chance to ensure you are 100% happy with the service, resources and tutors, whilst also giving us the chance to ensure you are dedicated to the Programme. If, for any reason, you aren't completely satisfied, we'll provide you with a refund provided you are eligible as per our Terms & Conditions. This is our guarantee.
"My son recently received an unconditional offer from Fitzwilliam College, Cambridge. He came top in the TSA exam from over 400 applicants. Many thanks for all your help in the process, especially with the TSA."
"I felt I needed support most with the essay section of the TSA so I was able to focus on that with my tutor - I was really pleased with the results."
"The whole process felt really polished and the tutors I worked with really knew their stuff."
"The Enrichment Seminars really helped me get the most from my Programme. I found them really interesting! Highly recommended."
"Tutoring Sessions cleared all my doubts and some others I didn't even know I had. Tutors were very nice and easy to contact, that's something I really appreciate about UniAdmissions."
"I felt like I really got on with my tutors. Especially Orin, she was a godsend! Please pass on my thanks to her."
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UniAdmissions' Formula For Oxbridge Success
Our Programmes are a curriculum of support that is crafted to help you achieve your goal of getting an Oxbridge offer from the moment you enrol. Through years of experience, we have helped hundreds of successful applicants to Oxbridge.
Comprehensive support.
You must excel in all areas of your application, not just the interview or admissions test. Our Full-Blue Programmes cover all bases in detail.
Tried & Tested curriculum.
We have developed a unique curriculum over the last decade which ensures your time is spent wisely on the aspects that truly make a difference.
Selective with our students.
Unfortunately, not every applicant is Oxbridge material. We will only accept students who we believe have a genuine chance for an offer.
Unrivalled resources
We have written and published 10x more books than the rest of the industry combined and have developed our own Portal through a decade of experience.
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How do I get started with my tuition?
To get started on your journey with UniAdmissions, you’ll need to arrange to speak with an Admissions Consultant who will assess your application and how viable you are as a candidate.
Book your 30-minute consultation (free of charge) using the widget below:
We are a private selective Oxbridge preparation school.
Our mission at UniAdmissions is to get every single one of the students we work with each year onto their chosen course at Oxford or Cambridge. Every student applying to study on our Programme goes through an initial assessment with our Admissions team. This is a 30-minute consultation (free of charge) where our team assesses your viability. Based on this, you may be offered a place if there are spaces remaining in the cohort. We accept students onto our exclusive Programmes based upon the following:
ACADEMIC PROFILE
Whether you have the right academic profile to be realistically considered by the Oxford admissions tutors.
WIDER PROFILE
Whether you have begun to demonstrate the kind of interest that is looked upon favourably by admissions tutors.
ATTITUDE
Whether you are approaching your application and admission to Oxford with the right mindset.
TIME COMMITMENT
Applying to Oxford takes a significant commitment – if a student cannot commit the time, we cannot work with them.
January status
Accepting applications
January places remaining
3 (out of 13)
Enrolment fees increase
1st February 2025
Last updated: 22nd January 2025
Learn more about our admissions criteria on our UniAdmissions Students page.
FAQs
Got some questions about the TST Tutoring? You might just find the answer here. If not, you can always reach out to us and we’ll be happy to help!
What is the TST?
The Thinking Skills Test (TST) is a version of the Thinking Skills Assessment (TSA) that is utilised by University College London (UCL). The test is comprised of Section 1 of the TSA, which you can learn more about in our TSA Complete Guide.
Currently, the test is required for just one undergraduate course at UCL; European & International Social & Political Studies.
How can I access unlimited TST Tutoring?
Unlimited TST tutoring is available exclusively in our preparation programmes – the Full-Blue Programmes. This programme features full support for every part of your UCL application, including your Personal Statement and interviews.
You can access this support by enrolling on a programme. Book a free consultation with our admissions team here.
Why are there limited places available?
At UniAdmissions, we’ve guided hundreds of students to Oxford, Cambridge and other universities for more than a decade, achieving success rates over three times the national average. To maintain this, we implement the Scholar Limit, restricting programme admissions to ensure every student receives the high-quality teaching and support they deserve.
While we support more applicants each year, the Scholar Limit ensures we uphold our standards and maximize students’ chances of success. If capacity is full, you can enrol early for the next cohort, securing your spot at the current fee and gaining immediate access to the UniAdmissions Portal and its resources.
Alternatively, you can join our waitlist or apply for the Fellows Programme, which allows you to start anytime with added benefits.
Do you really offer "unlimited tutoring"?
Yes, we do! Each of our students can book as many one-to-one tutoring sessions as they wish for the duration of their UniAdmissions programme. These sessions can be used to cover any areas that you’re struggling with from the TST.
How are my TST tutoring sessions arranged?
You can book your tutoring sessions through your UniAdmissions Portal. The Portal is the central point of your Programme and will contain all of your TST and TSA resources, seminar access and lots of useful information.
No other TST tuition provider has a system close to the UniAdmissions Portal!
Who are your TST tutors?
Every TST tutor at UniAdmissions is carefully vetted by our team. You will only ever be matched with experienced, highly knowledgeable tutors who are truly experts in the TST and TSA.
If you are ever unhappy with your tutor (an unlikely occurrence), then your dedicated Programme Manager will arrange a better-suited tutor for you.
I'm struggling in one area - Can I spend the whole session on it?
Absolutely, and we’d encourage you to do so.
Make sure you give your tutor enough notice (at least 5 days) for them to prepare the appropriate materials.
