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DPhil Particle Physics Interview (Oxford)

Hi everyone,

I just received a formal interview invitation for a DPhil programme in particle physics at Oxford. Does anyone know what to expect? Will the interview focus more on discussing my current research project and follow-up questions based on that, or will it be geared towards general knowledge in particle physics?

Reply 1

I applied to JAI. from what I know it will start with your project, followed by some questions on it, as well as some general particle physics questions.

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by Sabrinawww
I applied to JAI. from what I know it will start with your project, followed by some questions on it, as well as some general particle physics questions.

Ah, I see. Were the general physics questions specifically related to your proposed field of experiment, or were they standardized questions for all applicants in particle physics?

Thank you for the reply!

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by meleven
Ah, I see. Were the general physics questions specifically related to your proposed field of experiment, or were they standardized questions for all applicants in particle physics?
Thank you for the reply!

It’s very standardised things, just revise your particle physics course haha

Reply 4

Hope it went well 😊 daughter does PhD particle physics at a different uni on neutrinos 😊

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by Sabrinawww
It’s very standardised things, just revise your particle physics course haha

Hi Sabrina! Do you mind if I ask whether the problem solving is related to particle specifically or physics more generally (for the panel interview)? Thanks for the insight!
(edited 2 weeks ago)

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by Anonymous
Hi everyone,
I just received a formal interview invitation for a DPhil programme in particle physics at Oxford. Does anyone know what to expect? Will the interview focus more on discussing my current research project and follow-up questions based on that, or will it be geared towards general knowledge in particle physics?

Hi, hope your interview went well! Can I ask whether this was the panel interview for you and what sorts of questions might be good to prepare for? Thanks!

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