Further Resources
There is a variety of fantastic support available for students from non-traditional university backgrounds outside of OxFizz. Check out the following pages and programmes.
Oxbridge programmes
Target Oxbridge - A programme to support black students applying to Oxford and Cambridge universities - deadline passed (a waiting list is operating)
Foundation Year at Lady Margaret Hall, University of Oxford - A one year programme at Oxford for under-privileged students who have already completed their A-levels that allows them to reach their full academic potential - deadline passed
Oxford & Cambridge Student Conferences - free conferences for year 12 students organised jointly by Oxford and Cambridge to provide the up-to-date information on applying - applications are made by teachers (if you are a student wanting to attend, please speak to your Head of Sixth Form)
Free Summer Schools
Sutton Trust Summer Schools - Free summer schools that give an insight into the university experience for non-fee paying students at eleven top universities including Cambridge, Durham, Bristol and Imperial College - deadline passed
UNIQ Summer School - Free summer schools that give an insight into the university experience at Oxford - deadline passed
Online Resources
Oxplore - an amazing online resource designed to engage students with topical discussions in a wide range of subjects ***HIGHLY RECOMMENDED***
Oxford Podcasts - a great library of fascinating podcasts covering many subjects given by lecturers at Oxford ***HIGHLY RECOMMENDED***
Oxford Arts Blog - the latest news and views in the arts, humanities and culture at Oxford University
Oxford Science Blog - the inside track on science at Oxford University: the projects, the people, and what's happening behind the scenes
Cambridge Undergraduate Study videos - the YouTube channel from Cambridge that has lots of fun videos about studying at Cambridge
OxFizz's Reading Lists - a list of suggested reading to help you find out more about your subject made by recent graduates from Oxford and Cambridge universities
Application Information
Oxford and Cambridge: Similarities and Differences - a useful page outlining the similarities and differences between Oxford and Cambridge and suggestions on how to decide between the two
Applying to Oxford - a great outline of the application process to Oxford University
Applying to Cambridge - a great outline of the application process to Cambridge University
A guide to admissions tests at Oxford - the go-to page to find out if you have a pre-interview test at Oxford and further details
A guide to admissions tests at Cambridge - the go-to page to find out if you have a pre-interview test at Cambridge and further details
Interviews at Oxford - a useful and short video about interviews at Oxford and what you can expect
Interviews at Cambridge - a useful and short video about interviews at Cambridge and what you can expect
Suggested reading by subject - check this page out from Oxford that has lots of handy reading suggestions for your subject!
Check out the faculty website for your specific subject for more information and tips!
Resources and Programmes from Oxford University
Resources and Programmes from Cambridge University
Don't forget to check out the faculty website for your specific subject for interesting articles and news!