how i REALLY got into oxford
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 7 มิ.ย. 2024
- you asked for it, and so i HAD to bring it. Ever since I made my last video, I've learnt so much more about Oxford's admissions process and so I thought it was time to finally share some of it with you!
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How old are you? - 22
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What camera do you use? Canon G7X Mark ii
Where are you from? - London, England
What/Where do you study? Computer Science and Philosophy at Oxford.
I didn’t know there were other unis other than Oxbridge until I was like 12 lol
looool
Ha ha ha!!
18😶
I’ve got an offer for oxford. It’ll be interesting to see what happens with how they are giving out a levels this year... the anticipation is what’s worse, having to wait nearly another month to find out.
I never thought about applying to oxbridge, I didn’t get perfect GCSEs nor did I do very well at AS level. One teacher in my school supported me from day 1 of term in September and she is the reason I even applied, and also helped me with the whole process, if it wasn’t for her, I wouldn’t have gotten so far. I’m not an avid reader, I wouldn’t call myself above average in anything other than my love and aptitude for languages.
I didn’t know I even know that I was supposed to sit entrance exams... everything was so last minute and unorganised, I had less than 2 weeks to prepare for 2 entrance exams (one of which was completely mind boggling, both the concept and the execution, the aptitude test. Here Oxford basically make up a language, give you example sentences with translations to study in the exam, and then you need to translate in and out of this made up language, with each stage getting harder and harder in complexity. All candidates for beginners languages have to sit this exam, which shows the examiners if you are able to adjust to a new language and learn quickly from it.
I was invited to interview and only had 2... surprisingly, one in each language I applied for. Before this my mindset was, I’m not good enough, come on... it’s Oxford, I’m not going to get in there, let’s just do this interview and try our best. But while I was there, I managed to sightsee and visit the city and I fell in love with it, my mindset then changed to I want to study here and I’m going to do everything I bloody can to secure that dream.
You will always hear from people of their “disaster interviews” where they asked horrible questions, but in reality, regarding the previous questions, you most likely answered them perfectly. You most likely understood the poem very well or the philosophical concept, and you’ve not shown much, if any, weakness so far. Now, the interviewers are going to up the stakes and bring in a new concept, they will ask you harder questions to see how you react to that... which is what the tutorials will be like in uni. It’s after this where I, among many, start thinking on the way back home and the weeks to follow that we weren’t good enough. I didn’t know what I was saying answering some questions and for 2 of them I blatantly said as an answer “I don’t know”. DONT let this get to you, because after this answer, they guided me in ways to answer it and I eventually got it and was pleased with their subtle nods of agreement while I explained my answer. You will probably be told to “think aloud, say your thoughts” but they will help you if they see you’re struggling.
Moral of the story, even if your school doesn’t send many pupils to Oxbridge, even if you’re not really supported, you should know deep down inside if you have a passion for a subject that you can do it. Just having a 10-15 minute long conversation with an expert in the subject I love was amazing and awe inspiring. They want you to study there, but there are many people trying for a mere 3 or 4 spaces. Fight for yourself, show them what you can do, and good luck 👍🏻
Thank you SO much for the time you took to write this comment. It was such an awesome help! Is there anyway I may be able to connect with you? I promise not to take your time. I would only reach out when I've almost searched anywhere I could.
Thanks again! Good Job!
@Patrick
Heyo !!
Thank u so much for taking time and writing this down for us... IT WAS INSPIRATIONAL
*COULD YOU PLEASE TELL ABOUT UR RESULT*
This is a really good explanation. Hope you got in
What were your GCSE results? And did you manage to get into Oxford in the end?
Thank you for sharing!💕
6:58 😂 - " I really wanted to cry, but didn't had time to!"
Have
CAN I JUST ADD
If you 'fail' at Undergraduate, reapply for post-grad. I didn't apply for UG at Oxford, but I thought why the hell not. I have an offer for Oxford in September with the following stats:
GCSEs: 1A*b 3A, 6B
A level: AAB
About to finish my BSc. EVERYONE can apply to Oxford. EVERYONE!
Which extracurriculars did you do?
SAT SCORE??
OR GAT SCORE??
I got into Oxford as an undergraduate studying Maths with the following
GCSEs: 1A*, 1A, 2B, 4C, 2D
A level: AAABD
If your GSCEs are bad it doesn't stop you from applying
@@chri1143 wow that's amazing. I was thinking about applying but i am put off by my gcse grades. You really offered a new perspective.
@@chri1143 really? cause that's what i am worried about
Absolutely smashing information Mani!!! Karsten is, as you know, keenly interested in reading Computer Science at Oxford and is now in GCSEs with Computer Science and Higher Maths as the top 2 options along with hoping to do well enough to go for Maths, Higher Maths and Computer Science at A Level. You know we have been to the Uni and several of the colleges already, with the sessions offered in the Maths and Computer Science departments as well and, having visited UCL and Imperial already as well, he GENUINELY feels the Collegiate tutorial system in Oxford is the RIGHT combination for him (he even has certain colleges he already fell in love with from those we’ve seen so far), but outside of looking at a past MAT, the only real application information we’ve seen from students there have been in unrelated courses (which are great but not as applicable), so this has been TREMENDOUSLY helpful to him (especially as the current situation makes focus on the future very hard), so we thank you with all our heart!!
PS - He’s also doing Philosophy GCSE and he loves it so, who know, right?!?!? So far, however, it’s Mathematics and Computer Science as the course of keenest interest. As a mother I was thoroughly impressed by both these the departments as well as he has Asperger’s and they just immediately said: If your child is Autistic, welcome to our club! That was phenomenal! He’s a super dedicated and high achieving young person but I need to KNOW that where he starts his independent life, he can thrive because he will be welcomed and treated with care and respect. This is why we have been to Oxford, itself, several times, because after just our first visit (before we met you), he came home and said: “I want to go to Oxford. What do I need to do to make it happen?”
@@TheFlowerGirl77 I'm so glad to hear all of this! The level of determination that he has will surely pay off - I'm sure of it! Oxford is a fantastic place for someone as clued-on and motivated as Karsten, and it sounds like he's taking all of the right steps!! Do get in touch with me or the department if you need any help with anything! (Also, if he hasn't done so already, It'd be great for him to get involved in the BEBRAS schools challenge, as that's a great way to get on to Oxford's radar in terms of Maths/CS Challenges! Wishing you and your family all the best!!
very well expressed! Encouraging and heartening.
man i felt the joy when you were accepted more than probably you did i was literally getting excited when you were telling your experience great storytelling man! mani
Thanks man!
In fact there’s a formal ceremony just for passing the selection process and becoming enrolled, just to show how elite you are making this far. It’s called the “matriculation ceremony”
I'm currently in Year 12 and I really want to apply to Oxford this year, so thank you so much for this video!! It was so genuinely enjoyable that I forgot I was watching it for a purpose haha
Me too, which course and college?
@@parthivsaha6922 whats college in oxford ??
@@starr2870 in Oxford there’s just under 40 colleges, they’re like individual universities on campus, you have to pick one but you can also submit an open application. The colleges can be quite different, different students, (more pretentious or higher ethnic minority intakes) and some colleges are richer like st Johns which means they’re more likely to give out scholarships and bursaries and a lot of good welfare. All of the colleges have different living costs (accommodation, food)
@@eleanorlavelle2894 ah okay thank you for the intel!
You're beautiful heyy
this was SOO HELPFUL honestly thankyou so much
Really helpful, and fantastic!!!This video give me hope!!!
You are amazing!! Thank you so much for this video, I really needed this. :)
This was so motivational :)
Thank you!
I really want to study Law at Cambridge or Oxford as they are basically the best unis in the country to study Law but my mind always dances between "its literally impossible" to "i could actually do this". I go to state school but I get good grades so idk.
I’m going through the exact same cycle of emotions right now for English! Are you going to apply? :)
@@jackbunn Im not sure but i hope to! Good luck
@@jackbunn how do i apply? :DD
There are some great oxbridge summer schools for state school students and they really help your application and they’re all free
@@eleanorlavelle2894 Yeah i've heard and looking into them but thanks for letting me know!
This was one of the most helpful videos I've ever heard about applying to unis. It would sooo great if u can make a video about extra and supercurriclars.
Thank you so much for this! That's an honest sharing. Yes, we always forgot to enjoy the process although that's all that really matters. 👍🏻
Hey Mani, watching this video just reminds me of one thing, the MAT. I know you made a video in 2017 about last minute tips for the MAT but now I'm currently in the process of preparing for the MAT and I was just wondering if you could make one about how you could prepare for it in general (not last minute) and update things if you have any? Thanks
Will definitely have a think and see if there are any new things to say!
this was super helpful! thank you so much!
You're so welcome!
Thank you for sharing your story Mani, this is really informative and useful and also mighty congratulations 💟
This is super helpful! I look forward to watching this video again in a few years time! I am so excited for university! If you haven't already, would you be able to make a video about a day in the life of a work day! Thanks so much!!
Thank you for this video I'm really grateful
Super helpful! I will hopefully be applying to physics and philosophy next year, so it's really useful to hear about the process of getting into a science +philosophy degree at Oxford :)
Me too, would you like to connect? Good luck!
@@xander9928 That would be great! My instagram is @elinas_art if you'd like to connect on there!
@@xander9928 Good luck to you also!!
Sir, I'm from India. Before watching this video I had no idea about the admission processes on Oxford University. The video was so motivational and helpful.
Hey, so did u got into oxford?
It was really helpful and hopeful for me,thank you
Thank you a lot for this video! I think most people (including me) shy away from applying because it seems so hard and not reachable. Even though I am still very young, I do want to do my research about it, so it won't be as hard when applying. I wanted to ask, does most of this apply to international students as well ? I know that there are obviously some differences in the applying stages and language certificates, but other wise? Great video by the way !
Dear Mani, thank you so much for this video! It’s incredibly encouraging. This year I’ll be applying for psychology (experimental) in Oxford. I’m from Germany and come from a non academic family. Nevertheless I will try my best to get in. I truly believe in myself and skills. Thank you for all your wonderful videos🙏🏻
Ich komme auch
EUROPE BASED VLOGS bewirbst du dich auch dieses Jahr?
Thank you for your comment - good luck with your application!
@@leakus4639 Ja, bist du in eine International Schule?
EUROPE BASED VLOGS nein, wofür bewirbst du dich?
Thank you so much for your sharing.
Hey man, I have been watching your videos for a while and they have really inspired me, but I was wondering how costs and financing works in Oxford and in the UK as a international student, as apparently there isn't that many aid options... the only thing that is discouraging me to apply is that I might not be able to afford if I manage to get in. Keep up with the great vids!!!
Hi Mani! Another great video! Could you just share with us what supercurricular activities you did for computer science? Thanks in advance
Thank you! I did some programming on the side, so building a small application for my school, as well as lots of maths competitions!
Would love to see your video on investment banking! I am also going to be doing an internship in investment banking this summer (corona permitting) and would love to hear about your experience!
For sure! Will get on it!
you literally just gave me so much hope and fear at the same time
I had considered applying to Oxford for years now. Recently, I started doubting myself about my realistic chance of getting in. I feels as if I might not be bright enough to do well in the university, or to even get in. I got a 36/42 in my first term of the IB, and it discouraged me even more. This is putting a lot of pressure on me and has affected the way I look at academics and increased school anxiety. Is there anyone who can relate or has any advice for this?
I fully understand where you're coming from, but the best thing to do is back yourself! Understand that getting in isn't the be-all-and-end-all, in a way to reduce the general anxiety that comes with the process! I got 36 in the first term of the IB too! There is miles of improvement that you can do, so don't worry to much about one set of grades! Sending love!
@@jacobs9083 I'm currently in my last year of high school and want to go to Oxford in the future ^^ Could you maybe let me know what grades you got for your GCSEs/ how well you have to do in your A levels to get into Oxford? I've read some articles but there aren't really that many out there, and I'd like some advice from someone who's experienced it first hand. Only if it's ok with you, of course!
@@lunabrights4073 any updates on you love?
@@starr2870 I finished High school and came out with 8s and 9s in all my subjects (except for maths :/) and am doing my first year of A level rn. It's been a month ngl, but I'm still going to push through and try to get on top of things. I applied for a medical work experience and am doing an EPQ as well as the DofE program. I think that I'll accumulate experience and grow as I go, grades wise as well, because I still have dreams I want to chase, and I'll do everything in my power to get there. I wish u a lot of luck in your own studies, you can do it!
@@lunabrights4073 ah i believe you alot , dont let the gcses take over you, im also in year 13 now applying for the med and also thinking to apply for oxford but my gcses were much more worse than yours but my a level predictions are AAA* so im happy about that and also applying for UCL, Bristol etc. But keep your options open always! And also never have high expectations and dont let these gcses impact you because at the end of the day seriously unis only care about the A-levels/Equivelent levels mostly :) good luck
Thank you. This is a brilliant video and, as a mentor to aspiring Oxbridge students at a Hampshire sixth form college, I will forward it so your experience can benefit others. BTW, did you go to Hertford, my alma mater? Nick
2:21 - How to apply to "Oxford X Cambridge"
Really very helpful 👍
ILL BE APPLYING IN OCT FROM INDIA THIS COULDN'T HAVE COME AT A BETTER TIME BLESS YOU YOUR EARLIER VIDEO ENCOURAGED ME TO APPLY EVEN THO MY CHANCES OF GETTING IN ARE VERY SLIM
I'm glad I could help - good luck!
which year are you in?
Investment banking video would be great!
Interesting! I also am considering going there at age 12 at year 7 😅 thanks for the help!
I’m not the only one then 😂
Love you bro
Hi I’m a year 13 student and I have applied for Oxford this year. I’m really nervous about MAT because I have seen how different the question is comparing to the A Level Maths exams. I’m also really scared about that I won’t get the expected result in summer (Thanks to coronavirus). I have always been dreaming to go to Oxford, because I think Oxford will have the best professors for teaching Maths. But at the moment I’m just really really nervous.
You got in ?
great video. kudos
How important are GCSE results? Cause I wasn't studying in the UK until sixth form and recently moved here in year 12. I didn't take GCSEs but I am doing A levels and I was wondering if I need to take GCSEs cause if not than I won't waste my time with preparing for those along with A levels since they are already quite hard?
Thank you for the last couple sentences
What a tremendous experience...
Dude learning from Ali Abadaal!!
Also What about CS at Imperial? Did you have an Interview?
Never heard Imperial being synchornous with Oxbridge
Yes! His skillshare course on editing is 😍 I did have an interview at Imperial - it was on interview, quite short, and of a mathematical nature!
Can you expand on choosing which college to go to out of all of them? Do they choose it for you or how does it work??
Your video is deeply informative and thank you for the positive perspective on application for the interested audience, I wonder if you could make a video about funds and scholarships one can apply for education at Oxford University.
Im from a school where Im the first one to ever go to an abroad uni. I too am aiming for computer science. Just wanted to know if 11th marks matter cuz i got just around 70% but i did get 95% in 10th.
I'm working through my application prep now for the MSc in Global Health Science and Epidemiology... fingers crossed!
Me too, Good luck!
@@xander9928 woah!! same program or just oxford in general? good luck to you too :)
Hi! I'm applying for Computer Science and Philosophy as well (at Hertford aha). How have you found the course so far? Thanks so much for this video! It's super useful :)
All the best :)
I'd like to here about your Investment banking :)
I am going freshman highschool next year. I saw the 2020 test and got 10% on the MAT. Ig it's not that bad, still have 4 years
Hi Mani, quite a random question but in terms of researching university courses, what is the best way to start? (like would you suggest looking at university rankings and going from there?) Thank you!!
I'd say literally going on different university websites and reading their course descriptions! Ranking are a good way to start (but remember that they vary SO MUCH, so not to trust just one!) xx
ThisIsMani Thanks so much!
thank you
Thank you
Plz make a video on personal statement!
Words at the end so true don’t get caught up on Oxford
hi! did you do the SATS? im in the lebanese bachellorate i dont know how to do the GSCE in lebanon ..
Hey man . I gave my AS exams in march , and i got UMS 97 , 97 and 100 in physics chemistry and math respectively. However , due to the covid situation in the past year , I havent been able to participate in ANY extra curricular activities . I've got 3 months to do as much as I can so that I have a shot at getting accepted into oxford. What do you suggest I do ? Can my good grades save me ?
I really want to get into Oxford if I decide to study law, it is just what I see as the best for what I want
This guy is good. Interesting to see another sikh
Hi I have just watched your video, I am planning to apply to the Oxford Internet institute for postgrad. I have never been to UK, let alone oxford, and I know nothing about the selection process. Can you please help me on what should go in my personal statement, I have so much anxiety at night, since I feel I wont be able to do this, I have good grades (at least that's what I think, it's 8.8/10 CGPA), do I have chances to get selected?
How can I make my application in general and personal st. more appealing? & what is ingredient that goes in? you seem like a really bright student, and it's great to hear your story. Congrats on your graduation!!
hii, so I’m a cbse student and I wonder if I can get in oxford. I’m in 8th standard right now. Your video made me motivated. Probably my stage is too early to think about collages but it's my kinda ‘dream’ or you know I wish to go to oxford. Anyways, Tysm :)
I am completing an Integrated Masters at Nottingham Trent University - a red brick university - and in theory I should be able to obtain the entry requirements for a PhD in Computer Science (a 1st according to the website) but I just wanting to ask is there realistically any chance of me getting in as I have not gotten my degree from a Russel group/incredibly well-known university in the range of LSE, UCL etc.? Should I still aim for a first in order to get onto a PhD at Oxford or would I be better of going for a easier choice of PhD at another university as I have not gone to a top-tier university?
Thank youuu
I am thinking of applying to oxford this year from India(CBSE). Bsc- Eco and Management. Could you make a vid for requirements (like grades, and co-curricular) or answer some of my questions on any social media or via e-mail?
Sir I completed my 12th class from a State Board....but Oxford has not mentioned on Its Entry Requirement webpage that it considers State Board. Can I still get into Oxford with AP exams or SAT Subject tests ?
Please reply..... It matters a lot for me, sir....
Thanks
I am currently studying IB in Australia, and my exam is at 2021 November. The results are expected to be released at around first week of January 2022. But, as we all know, the application deadline is 15 October. So do I still apply at 2021 or at 2022 October after I get my results, which will give me few months to prepare?
Is it free to register for MAT? Or do I have to pay for the entrance exam?
I know someone who got it without speaking English because her mum was an ambassador, and I know someone else whose daddy was a Blue Chip chairman, but she only had 4 O levels and 2 A levels. And I know someone who got in with a B and 2 Cs because her uncle was part of the university's hierarchy. I did a degree there - useless. Never learnt a thing. Later in life did an OU degree and it was superb.
1. loved my subject to bits, really really wanted to do the course
2. got good grades, worked up from Ds in my topic on bad days in lockdown! (while having loads of own knowledge i just didnt know how to deploy)
3. decided to apply, talked to teachers about the entrance exams, prepped for that! i did every single HAT paper
4. prepped for the interview (did a practise lol) and then just made sure i was able to explain stuff logically
!!! got in for history and politics
if you really love your topic definitely apply!! i think some people kind of chose strategically subjects like classics or geography and they really got weeded out in comparison to those who loved those subjects and were competent
Can we peek at your personal statement? The video was super useful and encouraging!
Might do a video about this!
@@ThisIsMani Can't wait :)
I got an offer to study physics at Mansfield college, but I am slightly worried about my maths level as I know a lot of people study further maths. I am doing IB HL maths. How have you found the maths at Oxford, and what extra resources have you used?
Hey I had a doubt. Did you fund your trip to Oxford for the interviews or did they? Approximately how much did the total trip cost you? I will be applying in 2022, so do you think we'd have online interviews for students who might not be able to travel?
They give the option of interviews over skype
Where was the interview conducted!?
I’m so impressed!! There’s so much jeeeez😅
Which chapters we have to prepare what we have to prepare to get a seat
Quick question, for the MBBS BSc course in Oxford, is the BMAT the entrance exam? If so, how would you share your grade of the BMAT?
Just got an invitation to interveiw for the same course at hertford!!
How did you learn such a good British accent I also want to learn any tips
would you recommend doing online courses that give a certificate ?
I have a question do they accept one btec and 2 Alevel
what do i do because i live 3 hours away and my foster carers screamed at me saying its too far away but its my dream college?
If you do not mind, what were your IB predicted and your GCSE profile?
Hello, I am an alevel student from Sri Lanka. I just got my AS level results. I would like to know what is the condition/offer you were talking about at around 11 minutes and 50 seconds. Is it like the grades the university is expecting?
yeah! it’s an offer where they say if you get this many A*s or As, they’ll accept you after alevels.
I got 2 questions. How did you visit oxford and where was your interview
I'm Rahma from Egypt. I haven't taken A levels or an international education. My high school certificate isn't enough to make me competitive. I cannot afford taking a levels, so I guess I will take the first year of university here in Egypt. Do you know someone who has done a similar thing?
What A levels did u do and what did you get
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Hello Mani, thank you so much for helping out the students with no resources. I am thinking of applying in my masters in English Literature and I don't know exactly from where to start or talk to. Its also difficult to choose a particular subject, from where can I know about these ?
If you’re thinking of applying to oxford some colleges are on an app called “the access platform” :) I volunteer on there for Magdalen college answering questions, particularly for graduate applicants!
Hey, so I have seen that for the Medicine application, the requirement was having IB chem and one of the other sciences/math like (IB physics, math, bio) though I have IB bio, math and physics and not chem, is it possible for me to still apply? And if so is there a way I can take some higher level chem course in my school to supplement?
Sir there is bba in computer science is available?
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wait so u got a bachelor in computer science but are going do to investment banking? u can do that?
im in grade 10 but American system, how can i start working on this
Go to the Oxford undergraduate website. There should be US-specific information.
I'm in Year 6 going in to Year 7...why am I interested in this stuff?
Were you in England when you actually applied?
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should I apply if I don’t meet the requirement by a mark
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Can you tell me.. How I can get more information about.. learning of how Master's in pharmaceuticals science works.. Like how to get into that?
If we are accepted to a university and decide to leave it in first year can we apply again 2nd time through ucas to 5 universities?