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University of Oxford, Pawel-Sytniewski
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Somerville College (Oxford) Students and Applicants

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I'm considering Somerville for an English degree... good/bad idea? Does anyone know what the best colleges are for an English degree?
University of Oxford, Pawel-Sytniewski
University of Oxford
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As with any subject at Oxford there isn't really a right or a wrong place to study it. Check the college to make sure they do the subject (Somerville definitely does English) and then look at the tutors and see what they are in to; it may make a difference as to where you apply.

If it makes any difference, Somerville is the correct end of town for the English faculty and library, and I have lots of friends at Somerville, past and present, who did and are really enjoying reading English at Somerville. From what I gather, they are a great set of tutors.

Moreover, Somerville College is blessed with one of the largest collegiate libraries, meaning that you never have to go far or buy many/any books to make sure you have the things you need.

Oh, and well done to everyone who has a place to start at Somerville Oct '12! I look forward to seeing you all soon, and if you want advice from a third year who has been there and done (nearly) everything, then please do ask away!

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Who is going up to Somerville tomorrow then? :biggrin:
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Ugh must admit this thread doesn't seem very useful... must change that.
I'm applying to Somerville college for Law. Could, would, anyone tell me anything about the college that only insiders would know??
Cheers!
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Original post by g0i5y
Ugh must admit this thread doesn't seem very useful... must change that.
I'm applying to Somerville college for Law. Could, would, anyone tell me anything about the college that only insiders would know??
Cheers!


I agree with what Firran (who is a bad-ass swedish lawyer :wink:) said above- the law tutors we have here are fantastic and they are all really genuinely nice people (hence don't worry too much about feeling intimidated during the interviews). We might not be extremely academically-inclined compared to some other colleges, but everyone here gets along really well. Plus we have (generally) really decent dining hall food :smile:
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@Firran, I happened to meet a badass Swedish person doing law in his first year at Somerville while I was interviewing there, is that you Fred??? :smile:
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Yeah that would be me! Hope you had a great time at Somerville during interviews, it really is an amazing college. What subject were you interviewing for? Good luck for the 11th


Ahaha zach here! I interviewed for law!! One of the rush hour duo, if you rmb
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Hi, I don't know if this thread is at all active nowadays but here's hoping.
I'm tying to choose a college for 2014 entry and Somerville is one that's appealing to me at the moment, but I wondered if you could give me some extra info:
-what is the balance like between state and public schools?
-is it a more left- or right-wing feel?
- is there an active feminist community?
-do you find you socialise with people from other colleges or is it quite insular?
-is there a north south balance or is it all home counties/london rahs?

Thanks
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Is there anyone received an interview invitation from Somerville College?
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In my confirmation email Somerville said:

"We will send you an email in due course to let you know whether or not your application has been shortlisted. We will aim to dispatch these emails as follows:

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for subjects where interviews will be from 9th to 14th December — by the end of Monday 2 December 2013

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for subjects where interviews will be from 16th to 19th December — by the end of Monday 9December 2013


Shortlisting decisions are unlikely to be available prior to these dates."

The interview timetable is here.
I haven't received one from Somerville yet, I expect it will be on or around the 2nd for me.
Hi, I am applying to Oxford this year. Could someone give me more information on Somverville? Many said it's a really nice place but it seems that all colleges are just nice. So I am kind of stuck there. I want a homely environment but just how is Somerville compared to others? Thanks!!!
How is it like to study medicine in Somerville, anyone ??

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Anyone got an interview on the 10th for science?
I've applied for biological sciences, WBU?
Anyone applied for 2017 entry?
I have applied for 2017 entry for history! Not too sure how well my HAT went but still hoping for an interview!
Ive applied for maths for 2017 entry. Has anyone heard back about interviews yet?
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Ive applied for maths for 2017 entry. Has anyone heard back about interviews yet?


Not for maths, but I've got an interview for biochem on 4th-6th! Hope you hear back soon!
Heard back on Saturday from Somerville, and they're offering me an interview for next Sunday - Wednesday/Thursday to study English Language and Literature! I'm so so excited, but at the same time so so nervous. Anyone else got interviews the same days?

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