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I'm about to start maths at bristol, but still would really like to go to cambridge. Would I have a chance if I applied for cambridge economics whilst doing a maths degree at another university? I have good grades (9A* and 4A's at alevel)

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They seem to seriously look down upon applications from students who are already studying for a degree at another university:

Students at other UK universities

Please note that the Cambridge Colleges will not normally, as a matter of principle, consider applications from students attending other UK universities applying to study the same or a very similar subject at Cambridge.

If you wish to make such an application it will have to be strongly supported by your tutor at your current university. A reference or letter of recommendation from him/her to the Cambridge College will be required, and only then can a Cambridge College consider it.

If you wish to apply to Cambridge to read a different subject from the one you are currently studying at a UK university, we would assume that you had had a change of heart and no longer wish to study the subject you are currently pursuing. In this case your application would be considered, but would still need strong support from your current university tutor.

If you are in the final year of a Bachelors degree at another UK university you are, of course, welcome to apply for admission as an affiliated student.

Reply 2

dinkymints

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hmmmmm

I'm about to start maths at bristol, but still would really like to go to cambridge. Would I have a chance if I applied for cambridge economics whilst doing a maths degree at another university? I have good grades (9A* and 4A's at alevel)

Did you apply to Cam for Economics before? If not you could always pretend you've had a sudden change of heart and don't want to do Maths anymore - but you'd have to convince your current tutor as well because they have to do the reference, and then you'd have to explain why you don't just want to change to Econ at Bristol...

Reply 3

cluelessgirl

this might sound unusual, but can this ever happen the other way round? i'm first year cambridge and although i'm enjoying my course, i've realised this is not the university for me. it isn't a decision i'd take lightly, as i realise oxbridge opens doors and gives you job prospects, so i feel quite sad, but i do not get along with anyone else at my college, no one has my interests and there is almost zero possibility of changing colleges. does anyone know whether it is ever possible to transfer to another uni (i was thinking in particular bristol or durham). it is quite unusual for me not to settle insomewhere like this - i am normally ok at socialising and i had a wide group of friends at school. i would think it was just me, but i am quite a chatty person and generally don't have a problem getting to know other people. who should i speak to about this, do you reckon?

Reply 4

ExRx123

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cluelessgirl

this might sound unusual, but can this ever happen the other way round? i'm first year cambridge and although i'm enjoying my course, i've realised this is not the university for me. it isn't a decision i'd take lightly, as i realise oxbridge opens doors and gives you job prospects, so i feel quite sad, but i do not get along with anyone else at my college, no one has my interests and there is almost zero possibility of changing colleges. does anyone know whether it is ever possible to transfer to another uni (i was thinking in particular bristol or durham). it is quite unusual for me not to settle insomewhere like this - i am normally ok at socialising and i had a wide group of friends at school. i would think it was just me, but i am quite a chatty person and generally don't have a problem getting to know other people. who should i speak to about this, do you reckon?

Have you only just started? If so, give it some time!

Reply 5

SsEe

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cluelessgirl

this might sound unusual, but can this ever happen the other way round? i'm first year cambridge and although i'm enjoying my course, i've realised this is not the university for me. it isn't a decision i'd take lightly, as i realise oxbridge opens doors and gives you job prospects, so i feel quite sad, but i do not get along with anyone else at my college, no one has my interests and there is almost zero possibility of changing colleges. does anyone know whether it is ever possible to transfer to another uni (i was thinking in particular bristol or durham). it is quite unusual for me not to settle insomewhere like this - i am normally ok at socialising and i had a wide group of friends at school. i would think it was just me, but i am quite a chatty person and generally don't have a problem getting to know other people. who should i speak to about this, do you reckon?

Yep. Same boat. Me: in.
Really do enjoy the course but don't really get on with people that well. I'm not very good at talking to people. I can find things to say - I just have to work harder at it! Up north it hasn't stopped me making friends. Down south, in Oxford, it seems to have a bigger effect. Draw your own conclusions. :rolleyes:

My interests are quite unusual. You could try finding societies for whatever you like doing. I tried and the closest I got wasn't really what I was looking for and people took the piss out of me for doing it.
If it doesn't work out then you could either move to another university, or realise that a degree from Cambridge is something special, and you'll have plenty of time for socialising later in your life. So it might be worth sticking it out.

Reply 6

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El Mariachi

Have you only just started? If so, give it some time!

Term hasn't even started yet, so I doubt she's a fresher.

Reply 7

faik_kheft

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3232

Term hasn't even started yet, so I doubt she's a fresher.

Well she said she's a first year...some freshers are already up doing things like Greek week, instrumental awards, that kind of thing.
:smile:

Reply 8

cluelessgirl

hmm, i think i should give it more time! is it ever possible to change college? i have heard you need a really strong reason, and suspect general unhappiness with the college wouldnt cut it? xx

Reply 9

Huw Davies

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Some people who don't do very well in Prelims transfer to other universities - I imagine it's possible for people who do well to do so too.

Unless it's a specific reason relating to victimisation\bullying by a specific group of people, it's unlikely that changing college would solve unhappiness with being at Oxford. Colleges are fairly alike and you're much more likely to be unhappy for more general reasons relating to your course\Oxford in general\university in general than some feature of your college.

Relevant: http://www.oxfordfreshers.org/info/academic-affairs/regulations/changing-colleges-migration

Reply 10

thomasjtl

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if you're saying that if you aren't able to change college you're going to transfer to a different university then that'd probably be good enough reason. Think though what you hope would change at a different college.
I know a lot of people talk about university as the best time of your life, but really for many people it does suck at times, or even a lot of the time. Talking to my parents and brother, they all said that while they have a lot of good memories from university, a lot of the time it is a hard slog to get through and it's not unusual to feel unhappy/like you don't fit in/like you can't cope with the course/that you'd rather be doing something else.

I'd encourage you to stick at it. You'll find you niche somewhere i'm sure.

Reply 11

sweet_fluffy_nuke

cluelessgirl

this might sound unusual, but can this ever happen the other way round? i'm first year cambridge and although i'm enjoying my course, i've realised this is not the university for me. it isn't a decision i'd take lightly, as i realise oxbridge opens doors and gives you job prospects, so i feel quite sad, but i do not get along with anyone else at my college, no one has my interests and there is almost zero possibility of changing colleges.

Make an appointment with the Master of your college and politely explain your situation. Explain that you plan to transfer to another university if you cannot change colleges. This worked well for a cousin of mine who was unhappy at Newnham and was moved to Pembroke.

Reply 12

NickkO

I suppose they'd rather have you change colleges than have you leave the university entirely.

Reply 13

J-bob

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whats oxfords policy on this, ie going from say LSE math and eco to PPE

Reply 14

cluelessgirl

im not at ox, i'm at cam - apparently it is easier to transfer at oxford as many colleges only do specific subjects, so if u want to change u can argue that u need to because ur college doesnt do the subject u'd like to go to. this will sound very righteous, but im quite 'beliefs and causes' have strong political views, and everyone at my current college seems very apathetic and not into much... plus i hav specific dietary needs and not sure they will cater for me..

Reply 15

jonnythemoose

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clueless, I feel bad for you. Are you a fresher? If so, try to stick it out. You don't always make friends within the first few weeks. And I don't think it's worth sacrificing your place at such a brilliant institute.

Do you mind my asking which college you're at? :smile:

Reply 16

faik_kheft

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cluelessgirl

im not at ox, i'm at cam - apparently it is easier to transfer at oxford as many colleges only do specific subjects, so if u want to change u can argue that u need to because ur college doesnt do the subject u'd like to go to. this will sound very righteous, but im quite 'beliefs and causes' have strong political views, and everyone at my current college seems very apathetic and not into much... plus i hav specific dietary needs and not sure they will cater for me..

If you're looking for people with similar views, probably the best way to find them is by joining a relevant society (have a look at the freshers fair). You can't guarantee you'll find less apathetic people by changing to another college or by changing university. You may have just not met the people you 'click' with yet, give it time :smile:

However, dietary needs is a good reason for wanting to change college. If there is another college that would be able to provide better for you then I would imagine they would view that as a pretty good reason for changing. Though if they thought your current college's provision was sufficient, they may not, it's hard to tell.
:smile:

Reply 17

cluelessgirl

yes, i think they may be able to rpovide some meals for me, and it's obviously early on. probably have to see how it goes for now..

Reply 18

cluelessgirl

hmm, i am still really not settling in, the thing is i can hardly make a good case for changing college as i don't know it would be different there - it could just be cambridge in general? obviously if i stick it out the job prospects are much better but i really wanted to enjoy uni :confused:

Reply 19

faik_kheft

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You've still only been there a week/fortnight...only you know how bad you're finding it, but I think you need to give it a bit longer. Also, in the meantime, try not to approach things you're doing with a negative mindset (you're probably not doing this, but if you're already thinking about leaving the uni you sometimes subconsciously look for the worst in things so that you can justify the decision to yourself).
I'm sorry you're still not enjoying yourself *hugs*
Hope it gets better
:smile:

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