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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 th...

HW
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What should I include in my personal statement?

You should start by explaining what sparked your interest in your chosen subject and when it started, for example “I knew I wanted to study English from the first moment I picked up a copy of…” You shoul...

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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...

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How to start writing a Personal Statement

Start with brainstorming. Break it down and jot down notes about 1) why you want to do this course and 2) what are the skills you have that make this course suitable for you? For example, are you patient,...

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How should I begin planning my personal statement?

Your personal statement should be an expression of both your academic and personal interests and achievements. After having experienced going through the personal statement writing process, I understand t...

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