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Guide to Oxbridge

So, why go to Oxbridge?

Oxford and Cambridge, known collectively as Oxbridge, are renowned over the world for their academic excellence. Oxford is the oldest university in the English speaking world. Cambridge is the second oldest, set up by Oxford scholars after a local dispute with the university.

If you want to study the subject you love at a fine university, you won’t find many better. Cambridge has recently been named as the top university in the world, with Oxford close behind according to World University Rankings 2010

Part of the uniqueness and excellence of Oxford and Cambridge is down to the tutorial system (Oxford) and the supervision system (Cambridge), where undergraduates get to spend weekly sessions, one-on-one or in small groups, discussing topics with their tutor or don, who are often world experts in the subject.

Oxford and Cambridge are not for everyone. Academic work can be challenging and social life hectic, with so much to study, see and experience. And all cram-packed into shorter terms than is the norm at other universities.

If you are reading this guide, you have probably decided to apply to Oxbridge. This guide will take you through how to get ready for Oxbridge, what you might expect at interview - and how you can best prepare. It’s written by three recent Oxbridge graduates, based on our experience and on the research we’ve done. We’d like to wish you the best of luck with your application, and if our interview practice service can be of help, do get in touch.

Best wishes,

The Oxbridge Interviews Team

Click here to go to the Oxbridge Interviews' Guide