Oxford Interview - Writers Forum

Anidazen · 11-17-2005, 06:58 PM

I was invited to interview at Oxford, and then the invitation was withdrawn (it was a paperwork letter, everyone got an interview invitation apparantly) - so I may or may not have one now.

But just in case I do have one:

Can anyone think of anything particular I should read/prepare/think on? Needless to say - the subject is English.

mammamaia · 11-18-2005, 08:42 AM

how was the invitation 'withdrawn'?... and why?... seems to me you need to do some homework here... sorry to be so blunt, but if you can't even find out what's needed on your own, do you really think you're ready to matriculate at such a prestigious university?...

why not google for what is expected in such interviews?... i just did so and came up with the official skinny... here's just the first part of a very detailed list of instructions:

Quote:

Interviews

Oxford University
> Undergraduate Admissions
> Interviews

Interviews in Oxford vary from college to college and tutor to tutor. The comments on this page are intended to be as general as possible, while offering you as much information as we can.

Basic facts about Oxford interviews

More than 85 per cent of applicants to Oxford from the UK and Europe are invited for interview. For most courses, applicants from outside Europe are not required to come for interview, although some do choose to come to Oxford. However, overseas applicants for Medicine must, if invited, be interviewed in Oxford.

The interviews take place in the first half of December, and most applicants are in Oxford for two or three days. This is your chance to find out what living in an Oxford college is like. Current undergraduates will be available to help you find your way around and to tell you about Oxford and your college.

...if the invitation is still valid, best of luck!... hugs, maia

Anidazen · 11-20-2005, 06:56 PM

I can work out what's needed - but it's always good to look to those with more knowledge and experience for tips.

I'm academically quite good at English. In my A2 Lit exam I got 100% on one paper, and I got 100% on 2 of my English Language exams. In my state college that's almost unheard of.

But it's not just about that. I was wondering if anyone had any insights, tips or advice that could be of use here.

mammamaia · 11-20-2005, 07:02 PM

if you go to the site above, you'll find tips and advice on all aspects of this... i doubt anyone here has had an interview at oxford, so i think that's your best bet...

amusinglackoftalent · 11-20-2005, 07:22 PM

Maia, I had an interview at Oxford...IN MY FREAKIN' DREAMS...

Anidazen, don't show up hung over or drunk... (that was a joke.) I think this is an amazing 'almost opportunity' or whatever you're saying it is. Study the interview info that Maia sent and everything else you can get your hands on like you studied your English. Would I be out of line to recommend a neat appearance, honesty and respect? The very best of luck to you, sir. I would say Oxford might be as close to the holy grail as a lover of the words can come. Before I get jumped for writing that everyone please note that it is my (humble opinion...).

mammamaia · 11-21-2005, 08:35 AM

i can't disagree with you, alot!... can't think of another seat of learning on the planet with a better claim to that 'title'...