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For PPS?

The last box of the SAQ says something like 'would you like to tell us anything else?'. Was wondering whether I should put on there that I would prefer a Psychology based interview rather than Politics or Sociology. Psychology is the only one of the three I'm studying at A Level so I will obviously be able to say a lot about it. I only know about Politics from what's in the news and virtually nothing about Sociology.

I also wanted to know whether I should put something in the box about a remark. My teacher already put in my reference that my English Lit AS result (C) was unexpected and that its being remarked. I'm delaying sending the SAQ till Friday in the hope the result comes back by then (it should have by now). If it doesn't should I mention that I'm still waiting to hear from OCR?

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I would strongly discourage you from doing either of these things. Your teacher's note in your reference is fine, with regards to the remark. It is entirely inappropriate to ask them to interview you on specific subjects--they'll know what your A levels are. You should know what sociology *is*, at any rate. If you don't, learn some and read some before December in case you are invited to interview.
jjarvis
I would strongly discourage you from doing either of these things. Your teacher's note in your reference is fine, with regards to the remark. It is entirely inappropriate to ask them to interview you on specific subjects--they'll know what your A levels are. You should know what sociology *is*, at any rate. If you don't, learn some and read some before December in case you are invited to interview.


how likely are they to put me in a interview on politics or sociology. i could probably talk my way through politics from watching the news and MP debates but sociology i'm not so sure.

you actually aren't required to do any sociology modules until the second year (and even that is optional). i'm obviously planning not to do it and specialize in psychology.
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safwaansh
how likely are they to put me in a interview on politics or sociology. i could probably talk my way through politics from watching the news and MP debates but sociology i'm not so sure.

you actually aren't required to do any sociology modules until the second year (and even that is optional). i'm obviously planning not to do it and specialize in psychology.


They won't expect you to have any specialised knowledge about either, but if you ask to be interviewed on only one of the three subjects that constitute the PPS tripos they are unlikely to interview you, let alone make you an offer. It's your choice, but I would expect a rejection if you attempt to dictate what the interview covers.
I expressed in that section of the SAQ that i wanted to take the option that consists of just Psychology and Sociology- which they said at the open day was a helpful thing to do. Im not studying sociology at A level either- but this will be obvious to them *i hope* x
Pheebs1201
I expressed in that section of the SAQ that i wanted to take the option that consists of just Psychology and Sociology- which they said at the open day was a helpful thing to do. Im not studying sociology at A level either- but this will be obvious to them *i hope* x


that sounds promising! which college is this?
safwaansh
that sounds promising! which college is this?


At the open day I went to the general PPS talk. They stated that in your first year you can either do an introduction to all three, and one other module from elsewhere, or an introduction to two of the three and two modules from elsewhere.

It wasnt a specific college that told me this, it was mentioned at their open day, and it said to specify on the SAQ if you intended to follow the second option, as its useful if you do get accepted.

This information is also in the PPS booklet they handed out at the open day- but is probably also online under course structure or something. x
Pheebs1201
At the open day I went to the general PPS talk. They stated that in your first year you can either do an introduction to all three, and one other module from elsewhere, or an introduction to two of the three and two modules from elsewhere.

It wasnt a specific college that told me this, it was mentioned at their open day, and it said to specify on the SAQ if you intended to follow the second option, as its useful if you do get accepted.

This information is also in the PPS booklet they handed out at the open day- but is probably also online under course structure or something. x


Thanks that is very helpful.
No probs :smile:
Hi,

Does anyone know about the international interview policy of the university (like, perhaps, quotas for colleges?)? I'm from Hong Kong. I'm just so worried about not getting an interview and rejected immediately, as I don't really have shiny grades (just see my sig...). Any chance for me?

Thanks.
When does Cambridge usually inform you that you've received an interview (I am applying to read mathematics at St John's)? do they tell you via email or letter?

thanks.
My college told me:

We will consider your application carefully. Applicants selected for interview will receive a letter in November inviting them to attend during the period 6th to 15th December 2010.

But this is just Murray Edwards. Maybe the others are different?
I received an email saying that I should hear back by the 30th of November (NatSci at Corpus). Not sure how or when exactly, presumably we'll get at least an email, and probably something through the post too.
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metjush
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They should send you an invitation to the interview (if you are going to be interviewed) in mid-November by email and maybe by post as well.
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ily_em
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Yep, around November.
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bluemax
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they generally interview around end of November and early december.
i got a letter saying about sending a essay for PPS by 19th november. do they offer interviews before seeing the essay or not
Original post by SAMIR.NASRI
i got a letter saying about sending a essay for PPS by 19th november. do they offer interviews before seeing the essay or not


what college is this? they haven't asked for my essays yet!
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what college is this? they haven't asked for my essays yet!


Because you don't have to submit any essays. Have a look at this

Edit: Sorry, I thought you were the OP. I can check for you if you tell me your subject and college
(edited 13 years ago)
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sentiment
Everyone I know who applied last year got an email in mid-November.

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