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How do neurons know when to fire?

This is actually an interview style question and a good question to get the candidate to work through themselves from their A level biology knowledge - getting them to practice vocally working things out ...

Answered by Rebecca C. Oxbridge Preparation tutor
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Give an example of convergent evolution and suggest why it has occurred.

This is an example of a question a Biological Sciences candidate could expect at an Oxford interview.
The interviewer might start by asking for a definition of convergent evolution ("convergent...

Answered by Catherine H. Oxbridge Preparation tutor
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What should I expect from a Biology interview at Oxford

First, you must remember that one of the main purposes of Oxbridge interviews, aside from seeing whether you would cope with the academic standard, is as an opportunity for the tutor to assess your charac...

Answered by Harriet T. Oxbridge Preparation tutor
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What do Oxbridge tutors look for in a personal statement?

Advice on Oxbridge personal statements vary but often remain in line with “showing passion for your chosen subject”. Though this is key, a better way to approach the Oxbridge personal statement is to pitc...

Answered by Danny B. Oxbridge Preparation tutor
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What is the best way to prepare for a Cambridge interview?

Cambridge interviews are nowhere near as scary (or weird!) as they are often reputed to be. Mostly, tutors are looking to see that you actually care about the subject in addition to being good at it. I fo...

Answered by Anastasia P. Oxbridge Preparation tutor
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