Requirements for Oxbridge?

OP

Original post by izpenguin

Why don't you go on their websites and look at their entry requirements?

I have and I can't find much :frown:

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OP

Original post by dendodge

5 A*s, and it helps if your uncle founded the college.

But seriously, you'd need at least AAA, and a lot subjects will ask for an A*. You also have to do well in your interview, etc.

I see,thanks! :biggrin:

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Good bloke

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Original post by allypetal

I have and I can't find much :frown:

You haven't looked very closely then:

http://www.ox.ac.uk/admissions/undergraduate_courses/courses/english_language_and_literature/english_language_a_2.html

http://www.ox.ac.uk/admissions/undergraduate_courses/courses/history/history_entrance.html

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D affy

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Experience always helps, things you've done to show your not just all brains like working, charities, traveling, sports, clubs ect

gl

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OP

Original post by Good bloke

You haven't looked very closely then:

http://www.ox.ac.uk/admissions/undergraduate_courses/courses/english_language_and_literature/english_language_a_2.html

http://www.ox.ac.uk/admissions/undergraduate_courses/courses/history/history_entrance.html

Thank you,very much :smile:

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OP

Original post by D affy

Experience always helps, things you've done to show your not just all brains like working, charities, traveling, sports, clubs ect

gl

Helpful and polite,thanks I appreciate it!

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dontbtz

Original post by D affy

Experience always helps, things you've done to show your not just all brains like working, charities, traveling, sports, clubs ect

gl

No, It doesn't.

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Azarimanka

Original post by dendodge

5 A*s, and it helps if your uncle founded the college.

But seriously, you'd need at least AAA, and a lot subjects will ask for an A*. You also have to do well in your interview, etc.

Second part of that is rubbish. Nepotism in admissions simply doesn't exist. I suppose you are just another ignorant with no idea of how things actually work.

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Azarimanka

Original post by D affy

Experience always helps, things you've done to show your not just all brains like working, charities, traveling, sports, clubs ect

gl

No, no really. They are looking for the best intellectuals, not the best allround people.

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D affy

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Original post by allypetal

Helpful and polite,thanks I appreciate it!

Yw

Original post by Azarimanka

No, no really. They are looking for the best intellectuals, not the best allround people.

I said it helps it doesn't gaurantee them a spot. Naturally they look for academics first but the all round side definetely is of large significance similar for all universities and jobs.

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Azarimanka

Original post by D affy

Yw

I said it helps it doesn't gaurantee them a spot. Naturally they look for academics first but the all round side definetely is of large significance similar for all universities and jobs.

Oxbridge is solely interested in Academics/quality of thinking, which is why they interview all candidates. It doesn't matter what else you have done.

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shad0w

Original post by D affy

Experience always helps, things you've done to show your not just all brains like working, charities, traveling, sports, clubs ect

Lies. Whilst one's participation in activities and charitable affairs may look good, it means nothing. Even if it reflects important academic qualities, like time management skills or perseverance, the admissions tutors are very unlikely to consider it when making a decision.

Original post by Azarimanka

Second part of that is rubbish. Nepotism in admissions simply doesn't exist. I suppose you are just another ignorant with no idea of how things actually work.

That was blatant sarcasm, but I agree. Your background not taken into account, and decisions are purely based upon academic merit.

Work hard, get more A*s than As at GCSE, get some good predicted grades and give it a shot.

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Good bloke

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Original post by D affy

I said it helps

Unfortunately that is where you went wrong. Both Oxford and Cambridge make it abundantly clear that they are interested solely in the academic ability and potential of candidates.

My bad

Original post by D affy

Experience always helps, things you've done to show your not just all brains like working, charities, traveling, sports, clubs ect

Not directly, as has been pointed out. To be clear, I wouldn't forego them for the sake of Oxbridge though - doing things outside of school is still good for personal development as IS relevant for all kinds of jobs. Don't jump hoops, but do enjoy yourself, basically.

Original post by allypetal

I have and I can't find much :frown:

Learning some basic internet search skills might be a start then!

What would you like to know? The process and basic requirements are on the website. The take home message is that they are interested in top (not super-human) academic ability as illustrated by grades, admissions tests and interviews.

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