Applying to Oxford/Cambridge for Law while holding a concurrent offer

Just to clarify, so I can apply to Oxford while studying LSE but I can't do this if I want to apply to Cambridge?

Oxford= Yes, but they will probably ask for an LSE reference
Cambridge= NO!

The thought of studying in Cambridge is quite daunting, and I'm afraid that the workload will be extremely huge as well. That being said, LSE is no pushover and I don't expect the workload in LSE to be much less as compared to Oxbridge. To me, the workload is just something I'll have to cope with wherever I study, be it Cambridge or LSE. In terms of environment, I think I see the merits of living in both a small town and a big city. The campuses in Cambridge are beautiful but perhaps I would enjoy London a bit more, because there's so much to do.

I guess I'll have to deliberate on whether it's worth it to risk my place in LSE for the chance of applying to Cambridge. Frankly, I would be very happy with LSE but a part of me wants to to find out if I'm capable of receiving an offer from Cambridge. The opportunity to study at one of the most historical and prestigious universities in the world is certainly tempting.

Just to clarify, so I can apply to Oxford while studying LSE but I can't do this if I want to apply to Cambridge?

still do you own research. I don't think people at Oxbridge like that overall. Maybe Oxford just doesn't say that explicitly.

How about this (https://uni-of-oxford.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/547/session/L3RpbWUvMTUwMDk5ODQzMy9zaWQvaFV3OUl1b24%3D): Oxford policy on applying whilst at Uni
I can't find direct details on Cambridge though :-(.

http://www.undergraduate.study.cam.ac.uk/find-out-more/faq

Can I transfer to Cambridge from another university?

Cambridge Colleges will only, as a matter of principle, consider applications from students enrolled in a degree course at other UK universities in very exceptional circumstances.



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apply to a mature college (ones that accept 21+ graduates) as that'll improve your chance from being accepted.

Oxford= Yes, but they will probably ask for an LSE reference
Cambridge= NO!

Would they want to give a reference? Surely it's a bit awkward to help somebody leave your institution for what they think is a better on.

They do not require a reference from the uni, it is only preferable. A friend of mine was accepted to Oxford whilst studying at Warwick and he used his teacher's reference.

Hi guys, I applied to read law last year. I only decided that I wanted to read law late last year, so I missed the application deadlines for Oxford and Cambridge. I did manage to get offers for LSE/UCL/King's though, and I firmed the LSE. I'll be starting school in 2018, because I applied for deferred entry.

Recently, I was thinking of applying to Oxbridge this year, as I feel quite gutted that I didn't get the chance to try for Oxford or Cambridge, and they're really really great institutions. However, if I do so, what happens to my current offers? From what I know, the offer from LSE will be withdrawn, and I'll have to reapply to all the schools again. If that's the case, will LSE/UCL/KCL note that I've rejected them before, and will that play a part in their decision making process?

I'm quite conflicted because I know that I'm essentially taking a gamble as it's obviously really difficult to get into Oxford/Cambridge. On the other hand, I feel as though I might be potentially missing out on the chance to study law at two of the best universities in the world. I also think that their teaching styles are quite good compared to the other universities, but I suppose this is subjective. I do like their 3 is to 1 system though. Appreciate all the help I can get!

You can't reapply anywhere while holding a deferred place.

Cambridge doesn't accept applications from students already at another UK university except in exceptional circumstances. Oxford does.

But as others have said it's probably not worth the extra complications to apply to Oxbridge in a gap year and has no guarantee of success.

But, no , LSE etc wouldn't hold a grudge if you really decide to give up your place and reapply.


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Yup - O*ford is much happier to accept applications like this.

Indeed. And after less than a month of knowing them too... (to meet the 15 Oct deadline).

It does happen, but I agree it is awkward. The alternative is to get a school reference.

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OP if you're international I am pretty sure tier 4 visa rules prevent transferring to repeat a year.

OP, this is critical.

You can't reapply anywhere while holding a deferred place.

Cambridge doesn't accept applications from students already at another UK university except in exceptional circumstances. Oxford does.

But as others have said it's probably not worth the extra complications to apply to Oxbridge in a gap year and has no guarantee of success.

But, no , LSE etc wouldn't hold a grudge if you really decide to give up your place and reapply.

I think you need to be slightly careful with this. Mature colleges admit students who have the same standards as standard age colleges. Mature students can be admitted to a standard age college (and are), and can be rejected from a mature college (which they are). If a mature student applies to a standard-age college and is worth an offer but the college doesn't feel they can accommodate him or her, they will put the student in the pool.

'Mature' colleges do have an edge when analysing a non-standard student's application, as they're more used to considering qualifications and backgrounds other than the standard school-leaver ones. But I think by saying 'improve your chances of being accepted' you're in danger of saying that the mature colleges someone make it 'easier' for mature students. They don't - the required standard, aptitude and potential are the same: it's just what the candidate brings to the table to evidence this which is different.

Apologies if this isn't actually what you're saying.

@Christ's Admissions - could I trouble you for an opinion on this?