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Hi iam an upper sixth student who is studying bio, chem and maths at a2. I got 4as at AS (i dropped physics) and got 8a* and 2as (and an a* in short course re). I go to a grammer school in northern ireland (not a private school) and have no epq. I will be predicted a*a*a.

If i get through the personal statement section i am really worried about the interview. I think my dyslexia affects my response time and on top of that im a really shy person.

1) what chance do i have of getting an interview
2)what is the interview like
3) how do i prepare for it
4)does oxford give offers below asking and on what basis
5) example interview questions

Thank you so much and im sorry for rambling.
Check out the admission stats on this webpage for the chances of getting an interview
Biochemistry (Molecular and Cellular) | University of Oxford
Mention you have dyslexia in your PS, the tutors will take this into account if you are invited to interview.
The interviews are structured as an academic conversation. Take a look at this webpage for sample Oxford interviews Interviews | University of Oxford unfortunately there isn't a video specifically about biochemistry but most STEM interviews are similar in their format.
Revise your A level material. Practice talking out loud when describing something about chemistry and biology. It may sound weird but if you're a bit shy practicing this way will help at an interview. The interviewers are looking for observation, core knowledge, logical reasoning and problem solving ability.
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Original post by BetaVersion2.9
Check out the admission stats on this webpage for the chances of getting an interview
Biochemistry (Molecular and Cellular) | University of Oxford
Mention you have dyslexia in your PS, the tutors will take this into account if you are invited to interview.
The interviews are structured as an academic conversation. Take a look at this webpage for sample Oxford interviews Interviews | University of Oxford unfortunately there isn't a video specifically about biochemistry but most STEM interviews are similar in their format.
Revise your A level material. Practice talking out loud when describing something about chemistry and biology. It may sound weird but if you're a bit shy practicing this way will help at an interview. The interviewers are looking for observation, core knowledge, logical reasoning and problem solving ability.

Amazing!! Thank you so much

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