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Here’s what you should be doing over the next few months.
Here’s what you should be doing over the next few months.
A simple fact sparked my desire to study Biochemistry. I am small, in stature, and I wondered why. My curiosity led me to research X chromosome inactivation.
There is one sure-fire way to increase your chances of getting a place at your dream university.
What is this? Super-curricular activities.
In Harper Lee’s ‘To Kill a Mockingbird’, a black man falsely accused of r*pe is denied a fair trial by the highly prejudiced society of 1930s Alabama.
I have always enjoyed solving problems, understanding the questions raised by them and the physical and mental processes required to find a solution.
Why do I want to study science? The same reason I constantly ponder over accepted theories and find arguments against it: it's everywhere around us.
My passion for history stems from a realisation that so often the events of the past dictate the events of today and the prospects of the future, allowing us to trace the complexity of events and ideologies.
Angela Carter and Italo Calvino are skilled in embedding a plurality of symbolism within the surface attractions of a traditional storyline which is evident in their fairy tale works such as ‘The Bloody Chamber’ or ‘Our Ancestors’.
Discover expert advice from successful Oxbridge applicants to write a flawless personal statement. Learn effective techniques to incorporate Psychology seamlessly.
Discover expert advice from successful Oxbridge applicants to write a flawless personal statement. Learn effective techniques to incorporate Geography seamlessly.
It is profoundly disturbing that the reality of inequality and suffering so radically contradicts our conception of how the world ought to be. Through my studies, I wish to understand how the world should be changed, and how I can change it…
Discover expert advice from successful Oxbridge applicants to write a flawless personal statement. Learn effective techniques to incorporate Physics seamlessly.
I have always been interested in questioning what typically goes unquestioned in day-to-day life and that curiosity has only been further stimulated by studying and reading widely in Philosophy.
Will we ever truly understand the human mind? I believe this is not a question only one branch of knowledge can answer. While psychology allows us to observe the mind's more measurable aspects, philosophy offers a more subjective insight into thought and intellect.
When first learning about algebra as a child I was fascinated with how the letter X was used to find seemingly unobtainable solutions, e.g. to simultaneous equations. Since then I have enthusiastically studied algebra.
Compassion and sincerity allowed the doctors to clarify the gravity of the issue, whilst providing emotional support for the clearly vulnerable parents. I came to learn that, even when curing the patient was no longer possible, the quality of life throughout and after treatment was paramount.
The online tutoring landscape has revolutionised the way students and mentors connect, transcending geographical boundaries and making quality education accessible to people from all around the world. It is becoming vital for tutoring agencies to work with each other to connect mentors and students from diverse regions and cater to the growing international education market.
My passion for dentistry stems from witnessing my uncle treating emergency patients at his dental clinic while on holiday two years ago. This has led me to pursue dentistry as I observed how dentists have the ability to provide great comfort and care to numerous people. This experience demonstrated to me how it is a career where "no one size fits all" and it is this unique drive that appeals to me the most.
Course choice matters; you’re going to be spending three or more years studying this topic, so it’s important to pick one you enjoy. Subject Exploration can help here. Our tutors can guide you through different aspects of your chosen field until you find the particular area that really sparks your interest.
While holidays are normally a cause for rest and relaxation, Easter tends to be when it all kicks into high gear for those of us with exams. After all, exam results matter. GCSEs can affect your sixth form choices, AS levels can limit your university options and A levels decide whether you’ve met your offer.
If you’ve arrived at the Doxa website, it’s likely that you’re looking for tutoring, help with your university application, or both. However, there are hundreds of sites offering thousands of options. Why should you pick Doxa – what sets us apart? Quite simply, it comes down to our Mentors, our methods and our proven track record.
Your university impact will impact your entire life; don’t leave it to the last minute! Early preparation is better preparation. If you want to give yourself the best chance of studying at Oxford, Cambridge or another top university, contact us now.
Your personal statement and predicted grades are sorted (well done!) – the next step is the Economics Admissions Assessment (or ECAA).
Natural Sciences have played a key part in my personal and academic life since childhood, from watching programmes with my parents about forensic history or reading books about the development of the universe, such as The Magic of Reality by Richard Dawkins.
There is no shortage of advice on how to write a good Oxbridge personal statement. But there’s also no shortage of difficulty in knowing what to believe, what to prioritise, and how to apply a series of abstract Dos and Don’ts in practice.
I remember sitting in front of the computer staring at my personal statement. I had just typed “I would like to study economics because…” before my mind went blank. Why did I even want to study economics? I couldn’t think.
There is no shortage of advice on how to write a good Oxbridge personal statement. But there’s also no shortage of difficulty in knowing what to believe, what to prioritise, and how to apply a series of abstract Do’s and Don’ts in practice.
An article explaining what the competition is and how to maximise your chances of success, written by one of last year’s markers.