Why can't you apply to Oxford and Cambridge both?

Basically, it comes down to supply and demand. Both universities know that they are going to receive a huge volume of applications, so by allowing people to apply for both institutions, it would create an even larger number of applicants to assess for a limited intake at each.

Can graduates apply to both Oxford and Cambridge?

Yes. There are no restrictions on applications from graduates: the UCAS regulation limiting applications to Oxford or Cambridge applies only to school-leavers. Please contact UCAS directly if you are unable to select both Universities. The Right Course for You?

Can you apply to both Oxford and Cambridge if you play the organ?

Organ award applicants may apply to both Oxford and Cambridge. The timetables of the auditions at the two universities are designed in order that this is possible. Should you choose to do this, you are advised not to apply to more than 10 college places at the first-choice university.

Can a student only apply to one university out of Oxford and Cambridge in the same year?

You can't apply to both Oxford and Cambridge in the same year, so you'll have to choose one or the other. Both universities are world-renowned in both arts and science subjects, so the decision is largely an individual one.

Is Cambridge harder to get into than Oxford?

The Overall Success Rate

This statistic is derived from a pool of roughly 46,000 applicants vying for 8,000 available spots at the two universities. For 2021 entry, Cambridge extended offers to 4,245 out of 22,788 applicants, while Oxford offered places to 3,932 out of 23,414 applicants.

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Which is prettier Oxford or Cambridge?

In terms of differences between the two locations, Cambridge is generally considered a little prettier, while Oxford has a bit more going on – but of course this will depend on who you ask.

Do you need all 9s to get into Oxford?

However, GCSEs are used in some parts of Oxford's admissions process as performance indicators and to predict A level grades. Oxford prefers applicants to have as many A*s and 9s as possible, and many applicants have a lot of 7, 8 and 9 grades.

What happens if I apply to both Oxford and Cambridge?

You can only apply to one course at Oxford, and you can't apply to Oxford and Cambridge in the same year. Read more information on all our courses. Check the admission requirements for your course. Specific grades and subjects required are also shown on each course page.

Is it harder to get into Oxford or Cambridge for medicine?

The main difference between the two is that Oxford requires students to achieve A*AA, whereas Cambridge has slightly higher entry requirements of A*A*A. Both Oxford and Cambridge require applicants to sit the BMAT.

Can you apply to both Oxford and Cambridge Foundation Year?

You can't apply to Oxford and Cambridge in the same year, this applies to any combination of foundation year and undergraduate courses. Please see the foundation year course pages and the undergraduate course pages at each university to decide which would be the best course for you.

Can I get into Oxford with 3 A?

Offers for Oxford places are between A*A*A and AAA at A-level, depending on the course. (See course pages.) See a list of Oxford courses with conditional offers including at least one A*.

Can I get into Oxford with a 2 1?

Undergraduate qualifications

If your graduate course at Oxford requires a 'strong upper second-class undergraduate degree with honours' in the UK system, you will usually need a bachelor's degree from a recognised university with an overall grade of 2:1 or 65% or a GPA of 4.0 out of 5.0.

What is the best organ in Oxford?

The Dobson Organ in Merton College Chapel is one of the finest mechanical action organs in the UK.

Do more people apply to Oxford or Cambridge?

Both have world rebound reputations and are very prestigious, but oxford consistently gets a significantly higher proportion of applicants per place.

Do Oxford and Cambridge like each other?

Rivalry between the Universities of Oxford and Cambridge is a phenomenon going back many centuries. During most of that time, they were the only two universities in England and Wales, making the rivalry more intense than it is now.

How do I get into Oxford or Cambridge?

Oxbridge is searching for the brightest academic minds. An applicant must have achieved at least eight 8-9 grades in their GCSES, and will be predicted either i) 3 A-A*s in their A Levels, ii) over 40 points in their International Baccalaureate (IB), or iii) Level 6-7 at Higher Level.

Why can you only apply to either Oxford or Cambridge?

Basically, it comes down to supply and demand. Both universities know that they are going to receive a huge volume of applications, so by allowing people to apply for both institutions, it would create an even larger number of applicants to assess for a limited intake at each.

Which is more prestigious Oxford or Cambridge?

Below is the Times Higher Education ranking which places the University of Oxford in the top spot for universities globally. But here we see the QS World University Rankings 2023 with Cambridge in second place and Oxford down in fourth.

What is the hardest subject to get into at Oxford?

Economics and Management: University of Oxford has an acceptance rate of 7%! It is easily the most difficult subject to pursue in Oxford. Computer Science: University of Oxford has an acceptance rate of about 9 % which is probably the lowest for this course in any given university.

Is it worth reapplying to Oxford?

Unsuccessful applicants who reapply are frequently successful on their second try, and often go on to achieve First class degrees at Oxford or Cambridge. Below, we've answered some common questions we often get asked here at Oxbridge Applications from students asking about how to re-apply.

How hard is it to get into Oxford?

Getting into Oxford is a competitive process; you'll need exceptional academic achievement, as well as a wide range of extracurricular activities and personal qualities. Generally, Oxford has an acceptance rate of approximately 13-17%.

Why are Oxford terms so short?

Terms are so short because they are so intense- depending on your course, there are often lectures 6 days a week, and i don't think I've ever takena full weekend without working.

Is 7 GCSEs enough for Oxford?

If you are shortlisted, your performance in interviews will also be taken into account. Higher grades at GCSE can help to make your application more competitive, and successful applicants typically have a high proportion of 7,8 and 9 grades. However, we do look at GCSE grades in context.

Do Oxford prefer 4 A levels?

How many A-levels should I take? Offers for all courses will be based on 3 A-levels, and in most cases there's no need to take more than 3.

Do you need D of E for Oxford?

In the Oxbridge process, music, sport, drama and DofE are entirely irrelevant unless central to your subject – only skill sets relating to that listed in each individual subject criteria that will have any bearing on the application.