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…
Read MoreEconomics can be a challenging discipline which tests a broad range of skills. It requires students that are capable mathematicians, historians, scientists and writers. However, the rewards for taking economics…
Read MoreIn addition to more general personal statement tips, there are certain dos and don’ts for PPE (Philosophy, Politics and Economics). Let’s start with where students commonly go wrong…
Read MoreThere is a lot of bad advice given to students about interviews. Some of this comes from the press and speculation on internet forums. However, a lot also comes from well-meaning…
Read MoreThe interview is typically the most nerve racking part of the entire application process. Sitting down face to face with your potential tutors and being quizzed by world class scholars…
Read MoreTo understand what makes for an effective personal statement try putting yourself in the shoes of the tutors and supervisors who will make the decision on your admission. What skills…
Read MoreWe all see the stories in the news. Private school pupils make up only 6.5% of the UK student population but consistently receive over 40% of offers at Oxford and Cambridge. Although…
Read MoreDefending one’s argument is essential to performing well in the Oxbridge interview. I had done so passionately; we had started by agreeing that spheroids had a lot in common with flat…
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