A bit about you

The thing that drew me to geography was that I could explore physical and social sciences in one course. I was born and raised in Oxford so was always very aware of the university’s reputation. My Oxford application was a stressful time, and being in the city surrounded by current students was difficult at times as it was hard to escape thinking of my application. I definitely felt the pressure.

How did you find the programme?

I saw it advertised online.

How did it help with your Oxbridge application?

I’m a worrier, and especially with my application I found I was so anxious about doing well that I was almost too nervous to get a solid preparation plan in place. Talking through my anxieties with my tutor was extremely helpful – especially as he had been the through the process successfully but had also experienced the same worries I was having.

A bit about you

My love affair with Oxford began after a trip to visit my older brother who studied there a few years ago. I was probably only about 9 or 10 but was completely sold on the typical romanticised image of studying at such an old and traditional university. Once I got older and realised that Oxford was a real possibility for me I put everything into my application – perhaps to my own detriment!

How did you find the programme?

I was so desperate for help that I searched for advice everywhere! Oxbridge Mind seemed well-thought out and put together. I liked how they covered every stage in a logical sequence.

How did it help with your Oxbridge application?

It really helped. I found the GAT prep very useful at the style of questioning was quite different to the exams I had sat at school. It took a while to get used to the exam format but Oxbridge Mind provided plenty of practice questions which was very helpful in those initial stages. My tutor was so friendly and welcoming, I felt like I could ask him anything no matter how silly it seemed.

A bit about you

Ever since we first learnt about global warming at primary school I have been fascinated by the world and the way human behaviour impacts our world. Studying geography at university seemed like an obvious choice. I wasn’t completely sold at applying to Cambridge initially but was convinced by my Mum and school to give it a shot. It was actually my interview that sold it to me! I found discussing concepts in a debate style to be actually really enjoyable.

How did you find the programme?

My Mum signed me up for a trial lesson, and I decided to continue.

How did it help with your Oxbridge application?

The interview prep was the best thing for me. The interview style at Oxbridge is quite different to other universities as you’re not really asked about the generic questions. Instead they want you to explore your ideas and think outside the box. If it wasn’t for Oxbridge Mind I wouldn’t have been so well prepared for my interview and probably wouldn’t have enjoyed it so much. Thank you!