Full Description
With competition to get into Oxbridge now so fierce, this book goes beyond standard application technique to focus on long-term development of intellectual potential including insight into the power of positive decision-making; how to practise independent and critical thinking skills; and how you can develop extra-curricular knowledge in genuine and impressive ways to stand out from the crowd. The book includes practical and insider knowledge that can't be found elsewhere - like how to strategically choose your college to boost your chances of admission, and how to interpret and respond to interview questions in a way that demonstrates your intellectual curiosity and academic potential. You'll find sample personal statements; examples of interview questions for all subjects; practical advice on fees and funding; and how to manage parents and peers. There is also a chapter dedicated to International Students.
Online supporting resources for this book include a table including collect selectors for Oxford and Cambridge.
Contents
Chapter - 00: Introduction;
Chapter - 01: Why Oxbridge?;
Chapter - 02: Principles of preparation;
Chapter - 03: College selection;
Chapter - 04: Organic development and independent thinking;
Chapter - 05: Extracurricular activities map;
Chapter - 06: Oxbridge strategy;
Chapter - 07: Optimizing your UCAS form for Oxbridge;
Chapter - 08: How to get a teacher reference;
Chapter - 09: Sample written work submission and aptitude test essays;
Chapter - 10: Special examinations;
Chapter - 11: What to expect from your Oxbridge interview;
Chapter - 12: Sample questions and answers;
Chapter - 13: Speech, language and vocabulary;
Chapter - 14: Fees, funding and bursaries;
Chapter - 15: International students
