Biochemistry (Molecular & Cellular)

Oxford

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What you need to focus on

  • Personal Statement: for Biochemistry, personal statements must demonstrate a true passion for the subject, supported by key evidence and literature.

  • Interview: you will likely have two interviews. Both will be short, but intense, offering you an opportunity to display your best self in front of the tutors. They will focus on testing your ability to think quickly and critically.

Key Dates

  • 15th October: UCAS deadline for personal statement.

  • End of December: Interviews take place.

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