MPhil & PhD Engineering Applicants - 2026
Hello all,
I decided to make this focused thread for engineering applicants so we can ask questions, share updates etc.
This includes all progams under engineering department: link
For me, I'm a MPhil applicant, applied in October, interview last month, still on "under review" status. Have not heard really from department or interviewer so not sure about that, tho there was a degree committee meeting for engineering department on December 8th, don't know if that helps those of us on under review or just DP status. Next meeting is January 12th. Link
Main Cambridge applicants thread: Link
Feel free to add where you are in the process and ask questions, someone could have good advice.
I decided to make this focused thread for engineering applicants so we can ask questions, share updates etc.
This includes all progams under engineering department: link
For me, I'm a MPhil applicant, applied in October, interview last month, still on "under review" status. Have not heard really from department or interviewer so not sure about that, tho there was a degree committee meeting for engineering department on December 8th, don't know if that helps those of us on under review or just DP status. Next meeting is January 12th. Link
Main Cambridge applicants thread: Link
Feel free to add where you are in the process and ask questions, someone could have good advice.
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Reply 1
Good luck everyone
Reply 2
I interviewed at Oxford three years ago but didn’t receive an offer. I’m now in my final year at Imperial. At the time, the rejection was devastating for my family and me. I’ll be honest: back then, if I had received offers from both Oxford and Imperial, I would probably have chosen Oxford.
However, having now experienced Imperial firsthand, I can confidently say that I would choose Imperial today. Oxford’s reputation is partly driven by its age and history, but in terms of academic quality and opportunities, the gap between the two is far smaller than people often assume.
If you’re considering Imperial, focus on what it offers rather than being discouraged by outcomes elsewhere. And if things don’t go as planned, universities like Edinburgh are also excellent choices. The difference between Oxford and Imperial is not worth sacrificing a year of your life over.
I hope to receive an offer from Imperial, and in two or three years’ time, I believe you’ll see that this perspective holds true.
However, having now experienced Imperial firsthand, I can confidently say that I would choose Imperial today. Oxford’s reputation is partly driven by its age and history, but in terms of academic quality and opportunities, the gap between the two is far smaller than people often assume.
If you’re considering Imperial, focus on what it offers rather than being discouraged by outcomes elsewhere. And if things don’t go as planned, universities like Edinburgh are also excellent choices. The difference between Oxford and Imperial is not worth sacrificing a year of your life over.
I hope to receive an offer from Imperial, and in two or three years’ time, I believe you’ll see that this perspective holds true.
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by AnonymousI interviewed at Oxford three years ago but didn’t receive an offer. I’m now in my final year at Imperial. At the time, the rejection was devastating for my family and me. I’ll be honest: back then, if I had received offers from both Oxford and Imperial, I would probably have chosen Oxford.
However, having now experienced Imperial firsthand, I can confidently say that I would choose Imperial today. Oxford’s reputation is partly driven by its age and history, but in terms of academic quality and opportunities, the gap between the two is far smaller than people often assume.
If you’re considering Imperial, focus on what it offers rather than being discouraged by outcomes elsewhere. And if things don’t go as planned, universities like Edinburgh are also excellent choices. The difference between Oxford and Imperial is not worth sacrificing a year of your life over.
I hope to receive an offer from Imperial, and in two or three years’ time, I believe you’ll see that this perspective holds true.
However, having now experienced Imperial firsthand, I can confidently say that I would choose Imperial today. Oxford’s reputation is partly driven by its age and history, but in terms of academic quality and opportunities, the gap between the two is far smaller than people often assume.
If you’re considering Imperial, focus on what it offers rather than being discouraged by outcomes elsewhere. And if things don’t go as planned, universities like Edinburgh are also excellent choices. The difference between Oxford and Imperial is not worth sacrificing a year of your life over.
I hope to receive an offer from Imperial, and in two or three years’ time, I believe you’ll see that this perspective holds true.
What? This is a Cambridge thread.Reply 4
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by Wired_1800 What? This is a Cambridge thread.Yeah, there is no delete option in this thread
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by AnonymousYeah, there is no delete option in this thread
You posted as anonymous, so you cannot edit or delete the post once completed.
Reply 6
Did anyone apply for the MPhil Energy Technologies programme? Anything from the department concerning interview invites?
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by Wired_1800You posted as anonymous, so you cannot edit or delete the post once completed.
What course did you apply to?
Reply 8
Has anyone been interviewed for the new electronic engineering mphill? I kind of submitted my application late (before christmas) so im a bit concerned it might've been too late.
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by inspiring-cementHas anyone been interviewed for the new electronic engineering mphill? I kind of submitted my application late (before christmas) so im a bit concerned it might've been too late.
Submitted 1. Dec, still nothing, not even interview.
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by inspiring-cementHas anyone been interviewed for the new electronic engineering mphill? I kind of submitted my application late (before christmas) so im a bit concerned it might've been too late.
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by Kalex88Submitted in October, had interview in November. Still on “under review” status.
Damn, how was the interview? Was it hard. Also what was your background just wanna have an idea on the background it requries to get shortlisted?
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by AnonymousDamn, how was the interview? Was it hard. Also what was your background just wanna have an idea on the background it requries to get shortlisted?
The interview wasn’t hard, they didn’t ask me in depth technical questions. I just mostly talked about myself, my background, my interests, my fit, why Cambridge, future plans.
As for my background, I have a BS in electrical engineering with a decent GPA (I think?), have some internships, one small research experience & some projects that line up with my proposed (potential) concentration for the MPhil
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by Kalex88The interview wasn’t hard, they didn’t ask me in depth technical questions. I just mostly talked about myself, my background, my interests, my fit, why Cambridge, future plans.
As for my background, I have a BS in electrical engineering with a decent GPA (I think?), have some internships, one small research experience & some projects that line up with my proposed (potential) concentration for the MPhil
As for my background, I have a BS in electrical engineering with a decent GPA (I think?), have some internships, one small research experience & some projects that line up with my proposed (potential) concentration for the MPhil
How long was the interview, I just got an invitation.
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by AnonymousHow long was the interview, I just got an invitation.
Nice congrats. Out of curosity, whats your background?
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by AnonymousHow long was the interview, I just got an invitation.
Also when did you submit ur application?
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Kalex88
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by AnonymousHow long was the interview, I just got an invitation.
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by Kalex88The interview wasn’t hard, they didn’t ask me in depth technical questions. I just mostly talked about myself, my background, my interests, my fit, why Cambridge, future plans.
As for my background, I have a BS in electrical engineering with a decent GPA (I think?), have some internships, one small research experience & some projects that line up with my proposed (potential) concentration for the MPhil
As for my background, I have a BS in electrical engineering with a decent GPA (I think?), have some internships, one small research experience & some projects that line up with my proposed (potential) concentration for the MPhil
GPA? Are you from the US?
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by AnonymousGPA? Are you from the US?
I schooled in the US, yes.
Reply 19
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by AnonymousHow long was the interview, I just got an invitation.
How much of a notice do they give you for the interview once you get the invite.
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