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Will they expect me to know everything about my subject?

No. In terms of preparation, my best advice is read widely and be passionate. You can't fake passion and that combined with ability is what they look for. They are testing how you think rather than your k...

Answered by Robin W. Oxbridge Preparation tutor
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How to answer a difficult interview question or one you don’t know the answer to?

Breathe.Try not to panic. While it may seem unfamiliar, Oxbridge interviewers aren’t looking to trick you in any way, and instead want to see how you apply what you know to new situations. There’s no pres...

Answered by Phoebe S. Oxbridge Preparation tutor
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What and how much should I read in preparation for an Oxbridge interview?

Read what interests you most! Think about what interests you most about your subject and begin reading, researching that aspect of your subject outside what you are taught as part of the A-level syllabus....

Answered by Emily U. Oxbridge Preparation tutor
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You are the owner and head vet of a large animal practice. You employ multiple vets in addition to a couple of receptionists. While the practice has generally been quite successful, with more and more farms closing nearby you are starting to struggle to m

The first thing I would want to do is ask my employee what happened at the farm from her perspective and what she thinks went wrong. I would also want to ask her why she felt she was treated wrongly and w...

Answered by Megan L. Oxbridge Preparation tutor
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What do you find interesting about Medicine/ Veterinary Medicine?

This is an easy question for students to fall in an Oxbridge interview. What interviewers want to see here is scope of understanding of the multidisciplinary nature of Medicine. It is such a varied course...

Answered by Megan L. Oxbridge Preparation tutor
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