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What is an estimate of the competition for Oxford's biological sciences program?
Q. I realize that the programs are incredibly small in each individual college (Usually less than ten people), but how many students typically apply to Oxford's biological sciences program to begin with? And what is the typical acceptance rate for Overseas students (The U.S. in particular?)\ Thanks for the help!
Asked by Sarah - Sun Sep 14 15:24:02 2008 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Oxford has many students coming from all over the world, it's hard to say how many from America, but I can say for sure there will be more then just you. As you mentioned, many of the courses offered have little students in each college, so it does means that competition will be high. Here is the course list: International Students: Sorry I'm not much of a help.
Answered by Anne H - Tue Sep 16 16:34:12 2008

Is getting an Economics degree from Oxford Brookes university has good job prospect?
Q. I am hoping to do economics degree and got an offer from Oxford Brookes which is very near to my home. I want a degree which will allow me to have a good job in Banking later. So anyone got any advice on should i go to oxford brookes or should i choose any other uni?
Asked by Shoeb M - Thu Jun 3 05:09:45 2010 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Its average. Economics is obviously one of the most competitive subjects out there, together with law, medicine etc. The study of economics, wherever you study, will be very useful in life and many jobs across the board. However, as banking/finance is this country's biggest industry you will find yourself competing against people who would have gone to Russell Group Universities. I'd say it would set you up to get a job fairly easy, and if you work your way up and continue to train (for example CIMA, ACCA exams post uni or even a postgraduate degree) you will be fine. I would definitely go for it!
Answered by dwp - Sat Jun 5 14:25:26 2010

Im applying to Oxford for Law what work experience should I get?
Q. I thinking of applying for University of Oxford in 2010 and all my grades seem to be well on track but I wand to know what extra-curricular stuff i could do? Or any work experience I should get? Please help.
Asked by Ms. Jalab - Sun May 25 11:33:12 2008 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. To be honest, you should try and keep your extra-curricular activities to a minimum. Oxford is a highly academic institution and at interview the tutors look down on students who have too many extra-curricular activities as they are seen as not being committed enough to their academic studies. The key thing you need to demonstrate (seeing as your grades fit the bill) is that you have a real passion for your subject, above and beyond what is taught on the syllabus at school. Work experience in a wide range of law firms will therefore look great on your application. You should also try and read about different areas of the law and any new developments. Publications such as Legal Week and The Lawyer have really good websites so you… [cont.]
Answered by SJM - Sun May 25 12:04:08 2008