Advice and Support

This year half of the Nobel prize for physics went to Michael Mayor and Didier Queloz, for their discovery of exoplanets outside of our solar system. This discovery opened a field that had been struggling to get started before this breakthrough. How did they find this planet and what did this discovery do, both for the world of astrophysics and the wider community?

If you're unsure of what subject to study at university, read our five questions to ask yourself when choosing.

Here’s a checklist of actions to make sure your social presence is application and interview worthy.

One previous summer school student, Chris, shares the most valuable lessons he gained from attending the summer school.

If you are planning to incorporate a school over into the summer schedule, here are some things to keep in mind when choosing the right one for you.

Most interviews at Oxford and Cambridge aren't nearly as daunting as the rumours would have it. Here we dispel 5 big myths about the Oxbridge Interview and offer you some tips along the way.

Are you an international student applying to Oxbridge? Read our tips on how to prepare your application over the summer, with a focus on the extra steps international students are asked to take.

In Part 2 of Supporting International Students, we focus on the part of the application process students dread most – the admissions test and interviews - as well as the logistics of visas and fees.

The Personal Statement is a key part of your British university application. It should explain concisely and clearly why you want to apply for your chosen degree, documenting your interest in this subject area up until now. We provide key advice on how to structure it and what style of writing you may wise to use.

The prospect of applying to Oxbridge may seem intimidating, especially if you're not sure what the college system involves - or what life will be like there. Here, we break down what exactly an Oxbridge college is.