GCSEs for Oxbridge?

gs1996

Hello,
I am interested in studying at either Oxford or Cambridge, having recently got my AS Level results of AAAA. My GCSEs aren't quite up to scratch, predominantly Bs and about 2 A*s. Despite this, I am the head of debate at my school, the head of the school paper and I am also taking an EPQ- in which I am predicted an A*. Essentially, what I'm asking is, am I wasting my time by applying to Oxbridge? :frown:

Reply 1

Namige

If GCSEs let you down, choose a course that uses entrance exams. Then ace it :smile:

Reply 2

Prendah

IIRC, Oxford focus more on GCSEs than Cambridge.

Reply 3

Omniscience

No. You are not wasting your time.

Reply 4

gs1996

Thanks guys, this has really motivated me for all my coursework. I think that I will just go for it, the worst that can happen would be not getting an interview, which I wouldn't be overly horrified or scarred by. I am booking in to sit the LNAT (the law examination entry test), so Namige, fingers crossed I will ace it! I will definitely apply for Cambridge, but perhaps hold back on Oxford. :smile: