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Should I write about extracurricular activities on my personal statement?

Extracurricular activities directly related to your subject e.g. a summer project, a CREST award or work experience, are a great thing to talk about in an Oxbridge personal statement! However, it is unnecess...
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"Utilitarianism is the best ethical theory when discussing abortion". Discuss.

Abortion is where the foetus/embryo is removed from the womb before it is able to survive independently . It raises ethical questions because it makes us consider when life begins and whether we should prior...
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Describe the stages in viral replication

The first stage in viral replication occurs when a virus attaches to the surface of a host cell. The viral nucleic acid (VNA) then enters the cell. The VNA then takes over the cell, altering the metabolism o...
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I often understand the question and think I have answered it correctly, but I don't get all the marks for my answer. What am I doing wrong?

One of the things that you need to remember about Biology A Level is that you have to memorise the key points of the mark scheme. Something that I consistently struggled with when I was doing past papers is ...
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What are the differences between an introduction and conclusion in a history essay?

An introduction and conclusion are similar and important parts of any history essay. It is crucial though that you do not repeat yourself. An introduction directly addresses the essay question and clearly st...
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