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.
Read MoreNatural 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.
Read MoreIn February 2019, I attended the AAAS conference in Washington to find out about the way science interacts with global issues. While I was there, I was struck by the breadth of knowledge presented by the attendees.
Read MoreBiochemistry fascinates me. It combines the two disciplines I most enjoy to explain important, complex concepts such as cellular communication, metabolism and the functions of enzymes.
Read MoreI was introduced to Chemical Engineering aged eleven, during my stay at a hotel in Colombo. The manager explained their sustainability programme and how chlorine is used to neutralise water and inhibit bacteria from reproducing, thus making the water pure and safe.
Read MoreThe most important point I want to put across to you is to try and enjoy the interview process, as hard as that is to do. The tutors are not trying to catch you out with the questions and problems you have never seen before, but are instead trying to determine how you think and approach new problems…
Read MoreThe Oxbridge Interview process is extremely nerve-wracking and demanding for all subjects, and Physical Natural Sciences (Or Phys Nat Sci for short) poses no exception. That being said, the interview process for Phys Nat Sci is far more predictable in form than for many other subjects…
Read MoreChemistry as the “central science“ appeals to me due to its interdisciplinary reach, and fascinating areas of research: from organic chemistry to quantum mechanics and materials. Attending a chemistry masterclass at Cambridge University inspired me to explore the science further,
Read MoreAged six, I attended a general science exhibition at the Science Museum, where the concept of kinetic energy was introduced, and my interest in Physics was sparked. While studying for my GCSEs, I found that Physics and Mathematics inspired me, so I chose both as my Higher Level IB subjects.
Read MoreSection 1 of the exam consists of 50 multiple choice questions split between problem-solving and critical thinking skills. These are similar in style to sections from other exams such…
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