Am I what Oxbridge are looking for?

If you're considering applying to Oxbridge, the key thing you need is a passion and drive for learning. This doesn't mean you need to be that person who is always studying or the person who consistently gets the top grades in class, but rather the person who is curious about things and then does something with that curiosity. Oxbridge really takes the time to get to know their prospective students. My Cambridge application included: - A Level Grades - UCAS application (personal statement etc.) - A separate Cambridge entrance exam - An SAQ (Supplementary Application Questionnaire - where you can add a little bit more about what interests you about your course / the university itself) - Interviews with Senior members of the College While this can look daunting, each step is simply an opportunity for you to demonstrate what it is that drives you. To simplify this process, they are looking at your academic history (your grades), your academic potential (your interview and test), and your intellectual passion (your SAQ and personal statement). Oxbridge are making efforts to improve access and diversity within their respective institutions so don't rule yourself out just because of your background or any other reason for that matter! Preparation for applying to Oxbridge needn't be time consuming, and really isn't as mysterious as some people make it out to be. So I cannot stress enough, the application process rewards authentic passion and curiosity. Because of this, there is no 'ideal' Cambridge applicant as everyone's interests differ. I can offer tutoring on writing a strong Personal Statement, preparation for interviews and the English entrance exam (ELAT).