What time of year are Oxford interviews?
First college interviews will take place between Monday 6 December and Wednesday 8 December. Decisions regarding second college interviews will be communicated to candidates by 2pm on Thursday 9 December. Second college interviews will take place on Monday 13 December.
What percentage of Oxford interviews get offers?
Your chances of obtaining an offer from Oxford or Cambridge (before you have confirmed your course and college choice, sat your potential admissions test, and been invited up for interview) are roughly 17%, a figure that comes from around 46,000 applicants chasing 8,000 places at the two universities (for 2021 entry.
How many interviews do you need for PPE at Oxford?
Applicants will normally have at least two interviews at their first college, although some colleges may have a single longer interview.
Is Oxford PPE hard to get into?
By the way, acceptance rates overall are about 1 successful applicant for every 6.5 applicants, and 1 to 10 in the UK. If you are of comparable intelligence, can reason well, and love learning about PPE (or indeed any other subjects that Oxford offers), go ahead and apply!
How long is an Oxford interview?
Students are encouraged to regard the interview as a short conversation tutorial about their subject. On average, it takes around 20 minutes; shortlisted students will have at least two interviews, with two different sets of interviewers, often in more than one college.
Are Oxford interviews online 2021?
In 2021, admissions interviews will be held online and are expected to follow this subject-specific timetable. There are lots of myths about interviews at Oxford, but really they’re just conversations about your chosen subject – like a short tutorial – with someone who knows a lot about it.
How do I prepare for Oxford interview PPE?
Preparation
- A good reading list is important. Some suggestions here: PPE reading list.
- But, also do follow your own interests. A good economics book to read is one that you find interesting.
- Personal statement – mainly about your academic studies. Need to show why you would be a good interesting candidate.
How competitive is PPE at Oxford?
Over 60% of applicants to PPE get a straight rejection without an interview. Only 14% of applicants to PPE receive an offer, making PPE one of the most competitive courses at Oxford.
How do I prepare for Oxford PPE interview?
What grades do you need to study PPE at Oxford?
Admission requirements for 2022 entry
| Course | Entrance requirements (at A-level or equivalent) | Written work |
|---|---|---|
| Philosophy, Politics and Economics (PPE) | AAA | |
| Philosophy and Theology | AAA | One piece |
| Physics | A*AA (with the A* in Physics, Maths or Further Maths) | |
| Physics and Philosophy | A*AA (with the A*in Physics, Maths or Further Maths) |
Which is the best guide for the Oxford interview?
The PPE guide discusses Oxford Interview Questions in depth with answers and approaches – along with possible points of discussion to further demonstrate your knowledge. The PPE Guide also includes the Oxford General Interview Guide. It has been specially edited for applicants for each subject by a team of Oxford and Cambridge graduates.
What’s the best number to pick for a PPE interview?
Pick a number between 0 and 100. You win if you pick the number closest to two thirds of the average number picked. You and 1000 other contestants are given this information. What number do you pick?
How can I demonstrate my enthusiasm for PPE?
The easiest way to demonstrate your enthusiasm for PPE is to show that you are self-motivated and have studied the subject in your free-time for enjoyment – for example through online lectures and independent reading. If you don’t know where to start, review our suggested reading list below.
How often does the University of Oxford receive applications?
Oxford typically receives over 22,000 applications for around 3,300 places every year and carries out around 10,000 interviews. With so many more applications than places, it just isn’t possible to interview everyone.