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Applying to Oxford or Cambridge University brings with it its own challenges such as an entrance examination and an interview (most other universities do not have the resources for these now). To be successful you need to understand the process fully. This is why we have developed a specialist Oxbridge (Oxford and Cambridge) programme. Starting in the first year of the sixth form students wishing to apply to Oxford or Cambridge University have extra lessons. The programme includes extra classes, mock interviews (with feedback) and help with the application and selection process. This programme has proved highly successful; this year 11 students have been offered a place at Oxford or Cambridge University. Outline of our Oxbridge Programme – 2008-09 Spring Term 2008 January Introduction – expectations and
overview February First meetings with academic tutors. These sessions continue throughout the spring and summer terms and into next autumn term. They are the most important part of your preparation. March General
Seminar sessions (discussion of pre prepared essays on matters of general interest) Oxbridge national conference – Emirates Stadium April Specialist
Seminar sessions (presentation of short talks, followed by questions) on topics related
to the courses for which you are applying. Half day
Oxbridge entrance conference, with visiting Admissions Tutor. Detailed guidance
on choice of college, personal statements, interviews etc.
September Focus on
the application forms and in particular the Personal Statement October Deadline
for submission of all application forms (support from Director of Studies) November Entrance
tests and submission of written work to colleges prior to interviews (support from academic tutors) Group
sessions focussed on interview technique – mock interviews videoed and analysed. Individual mock interviews with specialist tutors December The interviews Oxford results Jan 2009 Cambridge results
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