Oxbridge
If you are considering applying to Oxford or Cambridge, we have a support group in Y12 to help you with the application process and associated tests
Please contact Miss Sibeon or Miss Money if you would like to be added to the group on Teams
Students are also welcome to join if you are considering applying to other competitive universities, such as a Russell Group University
Younger students:
If you aspire to attend Oxbridge please contact Mrs Wilson. You can also use this fantastic resource to get ahead of the game and extend your academic knowledge
Oxbridge and Russell Group Information
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Is Oxbridge for me?
Click on the image above.. 5 things you might not know about the Oxbridge application process
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Applying to Oxbridge
‘Early entry’.pptxCambridge 2021 Teachers Conference.pptxOxbridge Personal Statement Support
Writing application for highly competitive unis.pdfOxbridge Super Curricular Activities
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Test Preparation
How to register for Cambridge admissions tests
Our November admissions tests must be taken at an authorised test centre. For most candidates this will be their own school or college.
Step-by-step registration guide
1. Check the key dates/costs*
Students should check when registration opens and closes for their admissions test on our website to avoid missing any deadlines.
2. Find a test centre
Students should speak to their school/college Exams Officer to find out if your institution is already registered to run our tests. If it is, then they can proceed to the next step.
If not, students have two options:
Check to if your school is eligible to apply to become a test centre. The deadline to do this is 30 September 2021.
Find an alternative venue from our global network of test centres.
3. Get registered by the Exams Officer/test centre
Students will be asked to provide personal details such as their date of birth, UCAS number and the name of the courses/universities they’re applying to in order to be registered.
If students are eligible for Access Arrangements such as extra time, they must make this known to the Exams Officer/test centre. They will be asked to provide medical evidence.
4. Get their candidate entry number
As proof that their registration is complete, students must get their candidate entry number from the Exams Officer/test centre.
*A registration fee is required for BMAT and TMUA only. Your students can find details of the costs on our website. Also, some test centres may require an administration fee to sit any of our admissions tests.
Top Tips
There is no need for students to pay for a preparation course. There is access to free preparation materials for all the admissions tests. We recommend that students:
Access test preparation materials
Students should visit the website for advice about how to prepare and where to access resources for their admissions test.
Get familiar with the test format
Using the free preparation materials available, students should look at the test content to familiarise themselves with the test.
Develop a preparation strategy
Using free resources and practice papers, students should identify the areas they need to work on the most.
Practise under test conditions
Using the free practice or past papers that are available, students should practise under test conditions.
LINKS TO PRACTICE TESTS
Interview Preparation
Click on the image above to find out more about the Oxbridge interview process (online interviews will continue into the 2023 cycle)
This website refers to in person interviews which usually take place in December of your application cycle
Advice re Oxb interviews.pptFamily Support for Oxbridge Applicants
Accepted to Oxford? Preparation!
Opportunity Oxford (click above)
An academic programme that helps to prepare talented UK offer-holders from under-represented backgrounds for successful student careers at our university.
Widening Participation: Foundation Courses
Both universities are committed to improving opportunities for talented students from all backgrounds to be able to access their exceptional education. There are now a range of initiatives aimed at increasing access to Oxbridge for students from under-represented backgrounds.