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How do I make my personal statement stand out?

Avoid the temptation to be too 'quirky'. Oxbridge admissions tutors can spot style over substance a mile off. What they're more interested in is a sense of genuine passion for your subject and for university...
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How do I prepare for an Oxbridge interview?

The best place to start is to look back at your personal statement. What particular topics did you pick out and what are the key books you referred to? Start by brushing up on these topics and revising these...
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What can I do to impress Oxbridge interviewers and what are they looking for?

Oxbridge interviewers want to see how you think. One tip is to think out loud, explain your thought process- if you don't get the answer right, it might not matter. It's about how you got to it. They also wa...
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Is the English language efficient? (Oxford Economics Interview Question)

This question here is prompting you to do two things: 1) consider the meaning of the word 'efficient' in general; and 2) apply your meaning of the word definition to the English language. For example you cou...
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How do I choose my college?

Looking for a college can be difficult especially because, if your application is accepted, it is the place where you will be spending the majority of your next three of four years. It can seem a pretty daun...
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