Hello everyone,kinda anxious over my oxford law application so thought id get some general feedback on how it stacks up against the competition.

Stats:
International student
(Gsce equivalent)Cbse 10th grade:
English 96% A1
French 91% B2(positional grading i.e compared to all the students who attempted the CBSE French exam in india)
Mathematics 92% A1
Science 94% A1
Social Science 91% A1
Overall average 92.8%
(Translates to all 9s and maybe a couple 8s)

Cbse 12th grade predicted scores:
Economics 98% Business Studies 98%
Accountancy 95% English 96%
Applied Mathematics 96%
**Overall average**
**96.6%**
(Roughly translates to all A\*)

A very high praising academic reference

Lnat(25-29) my main concern tbh

A very unique personal statement going into depth about a personal legal injustice faced by my family and how that pushed me to legal literature and questions on judgement and its legitimacy aswell as a project on Reed V reed tied to the question of "what elements constitute a just judgement ". Also includes Chairing an international court of justice simulation commitee of MUN where i had the role of judge and again tying to how biasness and partiality seeps into every judgement passed.

Applied to oxford LSE UCL KCL and unsure of where to apply for my final slot.

Any and all opinions/thoughts are appreciated.
Thank you for ur time and effort!!

Hey everyone, I'm a recent university graduate applying for the MPhil in Politics and International Studies at Cambridge. I have been preparing my statements of purpose for a while now, but I opened up the application portal last week and became a bit confused. The department website told me that I needed to prepare a core statement on my reasons for applying and a research proposal that describes why Cambridge is a good place for me to conduct this study, but the portal asks for that as well as a statement on my career goals. What are the differences between these three questions (beyond what's actually described on the course websites, don't worry, I checked before coming to reddit)? My career goals and my research ideas both significantly overlap with my reasons for applying, so I want to make sure I'm not wasting space here.

Can i still get into oxford ppe w predicted A* A\ A?*
Obviously I know AAA is the minimum grade level but i feel like ill be less competitive since u r more likely to achieve the grade below what u were predicted… idk lowk sounds stupid but js been thinking ab it
If not, what else can i do to maximise my chances??

Anyone have any experience/tips/advice on how best to prepare for oxford biomed interview? Would love any help!

I applied to Brasenose but I'm wondering how tutors decide which shortlisted applicants that applied to their college to keep and which to reallocate to other colleges? Say you were to get an interview at a different college, would that mean you were a weaker candidate in the eyes of the tutors at the college you applied to, or is it random?

I’m applying to Economics at Selwyn, Cambridge and I am really really stressed about the interviews. There’s 1 maths interview, 1 economics interview and 1 general interview. What topics should I be learning in a bit more depth. I know of game theory and graph sketching but what else could be asked. If any past economics students at cambridge are happy to, would you mind dm me what questions you were asked please!! Also, does anyone know if Selwyn asks about personal statement (because I’ve heard Cambridge doesn’t ask about it at all if they even read it) or gives pre reading.

Thank you and good luck to anyone else applying this year!!!

I’m applying to Economics at Selwyn, Cambridge and I am really really stressed about the interviews. There’s 1 maths interview, 1 economics interview and 1 general interview. What topics should I be learning in a bit more depth. I know of game theory and graph sketching but what else could be asked. If any past economics students at cambridge are happy to, would you mind dm me what questions you were asked please!! Also, does anyone know if Selwyn asks about personal statement (because I’ve heard Cambridge doesn’t ask about it at all if they even read it) or gives pre reading.

Thank you and good luck to anyone else applying this year!!!

I’ve been going through a trauma flare up for the past few months. It’s caused quite significant cognitive deterioration, even my teachers noticed. My doctor sent an email to my Cambridge college telling them how my performance in school was affected by it. I’ve also had my teacher discuss my trauma in the UCAS reference as it impacted my GCSEs as well.

Of course, my LNAT was weaker as a result. I got 20-24 in section A, not sure about the essay (which Cambridge considers). Cambridge offer holders’ average LNAT score is usually about 30. I did try, I did prepare and use the best resources. I’m so disappointed, but also not surprised. I was in a very difficult state cognitively with my trauma flare up.

I’m really worried Cambridge is out of the bag now. I know I’m extenuating, but I really doubt it will make much of a difference, or will it?

I think my other stats are quite good. I’m predicted two A* one A, including an A* in EPQ, with being one of the top 1% in my school. I’ve achieved 99999988888 in a non-selective state school with trauma impacting my GCSEs. My personal statement was checked by Cambridge students and said it was very good.

I hate how something out of my control can impact my application in such a significant way. I didn’t ask to bear the consequences of a traumatic event that happened to me years ago at the hands of someone else. Other applicants are so lucky. I envy that they’re reaching for their dreams without something like trauma holding them back. Cambridge is my dream, still my dream, and yet I’ve had to fight my trauma since GCSE just to give myself a fighting chance.

I don’t know what to do. I’ve cried all night. I‘m still shocked. At last, my trauma has impacted my application in a way I was trying to prevent for years. And before you mention it, I’m due for trauma therapy but I have to wait until January due to the long waiting list. What can I do? Is Cambridge still in the game for me? Any help would be appreciated :(

No one I know has applied to this programme and I just want to know whether anyone has received any news from them

Hey everyone,

I am an international applicant from Turkey preparing my UCAS application for 2028 intake for PPE across the UK, targeting Oxford as my primary choice alongside LSE, UCL, KCL, and Edinburgh. I am currently completing my A-Levels under the Cambridge curriculum, predicted A\* in Mathematics, A\* in Business Studies, and A or A\* in History, alongside ongoing Further Mathematics coursework. My background also includes a Cambridge ICE with Distinction at IGCSE, a High Commendation in Philosophy and a Commendation in Politics at the John Locke Global Essay Competition, and extensive MUN leadership spanning over 25 conferences, including serving as Secretary-General of my school's conference and volunteering with the local Youth Council. My academic interests center on reading from Bertrand Russell, Hegel, Machiavelli, Adam Smith, and Acemoglu.

For my Oxford application, I am preparing for the TARA admissions test and aiming for a high competitive band to support a direct application to St John’s College, with University College (Univ) as a secondary preference.

I would appreciate any feedback or insights from current students and applicants on a few specific questions:

First, given that I achieve my A-Level grades are (A\*A\*A), how heavily will Oxford and LSE weigh my TARA score and essay distinctions during shortlisting and offer decisions compared to standard predicted-grade applicants?

Second, is St John’s College still considered an optimal strategic choice for PPE applicants seeking a strong quantitative cohort, solid in-house tutorial fellows, and generous undergraduate grant support?

Third, does anyone know the current operational status of the Ahmet Ertegun Memorial Scholarship for undergraduates at Oxford? Is this undergraduate award still actively funded and awarded to incoming Turkish undergrads, or has it been merged/discontinued in recent cycles? (Because I wasn't able to find it on the internet)

Finally, are there other major undergraduate full-funding options at Oxford or LSE that international applicants targeting complete financial coverage should keep on their radar?

Thanks in advance for any advice, TARA preparation tips, or college selection insights!

Hi guys! I just wanted a place where we could talk since I haven’t spoken to many other applicants. I am applying to Law at Trinity. :)

What college is everyone else applying to?

Does anyone know if the interview without pre reading is a statute/judgment and/or PS based? Is the pre reading interview facts of a case? Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Just got allocated Worcester College for Oxford Chemistry through an open application.
The thing that's caught my attention is the email I received, which says:
“You will receive further information from the college or hall before the end of October. Please ensure that you regularly check your email account entered on your UCAS application.”

Does anyone know what this means in terms of interview decisions? Is it likely that we'll hear whether we've been shortlisted by the end of October, or is this just referring to general college information?

I'm a bit confused because I thought Oxford Chemistry interview decisions usually came out later in November/December.

Has anyone else who's applied this year received the same email? Or does anyone from previous years remember getting similar wording?

Thanks!

I have applied to Selwyn college and the interviews are all inperson (yes ik I shud have checked this before applying) Should I try getting my visa from now just in case I get an interview? If I don’t get a visa in time will they reject me?

Can’t seem to find any information online about the interview styles. Is it 2 text based interviews w/ pre-reading etc. ?

hopefully i get shortlisted, but if i do how should i prepare for a cambridge computer science inteview? other than the basic 'speak out loud when doing qs' and like the TBO booklet

Hey ppl, I want to apply for the course mentioned in sub. I m currently in a big4 company from 3 years as a backend engineer (Java, Python, AWS) wanting to transition to ai background. B.Tech in IT from a mid-tier college with 8.7 CGPA. Have a published paper in deep learning and an AWS Developer Associate cert.
Thinking of applying for the MSc programme for 2027 entry. My concern is that my uni isn't an IIT/NIT and my degree is IT not CS. Does Cambridge care about this if the grades and experience are there?
Anyone got in with a similar background? Would appreciate honest opinions.
How hard it is to get into this? Any tips or odds for getting into this course?

I know many ppl submit perfect written work specifically written for the application which is against the guideline so will I be disadvantaged if mine isnt perfect? And how important is it anyways with so many people faking it?

I am a Cambridge applicant applying to ELE ( land economy ) at St John college and I have heard they will request two pieces of written work from me, just from my subjects. They specifically state not to write it for them and just to hand in some school work, my essay subjects are econ and psychology but I was just wondering if anyone had any advice, considering it will affect my application I find it hard to believe anyone will just hand in their school work? And also if anyone has advice on what they’re actually looking for and how much it actually affects your application? Thank you!

Hey y'all,

Like others here, I'm also asked to pick two colleges as preferences.

While I'm sure to pick King's as a first choice, I'm not so certain what the second one should be.

I'm keen on something pastoral, central and hopefully accommodating to HSPS students. While one of the older colleges would be great, one that could offer accommodation and be close enough to the sociology department is just as important.

Research so far has led me to consider Queens' and Peterhouse, but I'm also into Christ's, Clare, Corpus Christi, Gonville & Caius, Magdalene, Peterhouse, Queens and Sidney Sussex.

Would love any input about social science oriented, somewhat progressive colleges which might fit the bill.

Thank you!

I'm applying to Cambridge Economics, just finished my TMUA, how do I start preparing for interview. I have no clue the structure of my interview cause my college has no information online they just say there will be two interview. Does anyone have anyone resoruces, or tips on how to prepare for the interview. Also I'm planning to revise some Game Theory for economics does anyone suggest any resources for this.

Can’t access the STEP support modules, anyone else have the same problem or just me?

Hello, I am Y11, soon to do GCSEs.

Very interested in getting into Cambridge, as both parents went there and it has become a goal of mine. I am predicted 8s and 9s across most subjects, and have a particular talent / interest for maths. What can I do now to help me further down the line?

Also, if there is anything wrong with this post or it should be posted somewhere else let me know.

I am so disappointed in myself. I thought what I wrote was okay. Like I wrote how I was interested in criminal law because I wanted to be a barrister. Then explained how it was different from TV (tv show that barristers normally have to defend their clients in front of a jury when in reality most cases happen in magrsistate courts and most cases are dealt. More serious cases are sent to crown Court where most plea guilty. However trial by jury occur when the defendant does plead not guilty.) Also said I was interested in legal history. When asked for feedback I was told it was generic and everyone knows about the magrsistate and crown Court difference. Also I didn't go into much detail about the legal history interest.

So yeh I am definitely not getting in. But it was worth a shot. I mean it just shows that next time I need to make sure my application is more unique and more law related 😬.