Oxbridge Mock Interviews
Unlock the door to Oxford and Cambridge success with our Oxbridge Mock Interview Days. We prepare students for the rigorous Oxbridge interview process with mock interviews hosted by Oxbridge-educated interviewers from each student’s specific course of application.
How Our Oxbridge Mock Interviews Days Work
N.B. The majority of mock interviews are designed for entry to Oxford and Cambridge. However, some universities e.g. Imperial, Edinburgh, and UCL also utilise similar interview formats for some courses.
Why Practice Interviews Matter
Practising interviews ahead of time helps build confidence, ensuring you enter the interview room with self-assuredness.
Interview practice allows you to pinpoint areas where you need academic improvement or refinement in your responses.
Expert Interviewer Pairing
U2 Tuition pairs you with Oxbridge-educated interviewers from your specific course, replicating the actual interview scenario as closely as possible.
Experience interviews with different interviewer styles, preparing you for any unpredictability during the real interview.
What to Expect on Interview Day
Begin your day with an in-depth introduction to the interview process, understanding tutor expectations, and learning how to stand out.
Enhance your communication skills, logical thinking, and argument construction, preparing you to excel in online interviews.
Guidance and Progress Tracking
Receive detailed written feedback reports via email, including recommendations, areas for improvement, and practice questions.
Flexible timing options to accommodate prior commitments or international participants, with a detailed schedule provided in advance.
Our Oxbridge Mock Interview Days 2023
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Mock Interview Day: Sunday 12th November 2023
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Mock Interview Day: Saturday 25th November 2023
Example Oxbridge Mock Interviews
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Example Mock Interview Day 2
Emma is applying for English Literature at Cambridge.
Interview One: With Sarah, currently pursuing a Ph.D. in English Literature at Cambridge following an undergraduate at the University. Sarah conducts a literature interview that focuses on fundamental literary concepts, analysis, and critical thinking. She asks Emma to analyse a passage from a classic English novel and discuss its themes and literary devices.
Interview Two: With Michael, who completed his undergraduate degree in English Literature at Cambridge, graduating with a 1st Class degree. Michael's interview includes a mix of theoretical questions and close reading exercises that require Emma to analyse literary texts. He asks Emma to discuss the representation of gender roles in a Shakespearean play of her choice.
Group Interview: With Laura, another English literature graduate and Academic Scholar at Cambridge. Laura presents Emma and a group of other applicants with challenging, unseen literary excerpts or critical essays, evaluating their ability to think critically and engage with new material. She may provide a research paper or a complex literary analysis, asking Emma, along with the other applicants, to discuss their interpretations and insights. This group format encourages peer interaction and collaborative literary analysis.
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Example Mock Interview Day 1
Daniel is applying for Computer Science at Oxford.
Interview One: With Emily, currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Computer Science at Cambridge, following an undergraduate in Computer Science at Oxford. Emily conducts a technical interview that focuses on fundamental computer science concepts, algorithms, and problem-solving. She might ask Daniel to solve coding problems related to data structures or algorithms commonly taught in introductory computer science courses.
Interview Two: With Alex, who completed his undergraduate degree in Computer Science at Oxford, where he undertook prize-winning research for his dissertation. Alex's interview includes a mix of theoretical questions, such as algorithmic complexity analysis or computational theory, and practical problem-solving questions that require Daniel to write code or explain the logic behind an algorithm.
Group Interview: With Sophie, a Computer Science graduate from Oxford, now working as a Software Engineer at Microsoft. Sophie presents Daniel and a group of other applicants with a real-world software development problem, evaluating their ability to think critically and adapt to new information collaboratively.
Oxbridge Interview Question Guides by U2 Tuition
Frequently Asked Questions for Oxbridge Mock Interviews
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U2 Tuition's Mock Interview Days are designed to provide students with valuable experience and guidance in preparing for university interviews. We aim to enhance your interview skills, boost confidence, and increase your chances of success.
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Our mock interview days are specifically designed for Oxbridge applicants who are looking to brush up on their interview skills before the big day. We use Oxbridge tutors that are well-versed in the interview process with first-hand experience of the kinds of questions that get asked. If you want the best shot at acing that Oxbridge interview a mock interview from a recent graduate is the best way to go.
We also welcome students applying to Russell Group Universities that interview e.g. Imperial or Edinburgh. We will endeavour to match students with interviewers with most experience of their universities of application, from their specific degree course.
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We offer online Oxbridge mock interviews conducted by experienced interview experts, closely simulating the online interview format used by Oxford and Cambridge. These sessions provide you with a realistic experience and prepare you for the unique challenges of Oxbridge interviews. To find out more, visit our group courses page where you can book onto either one or both of the Oxbridge Mock Interview Days.
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We cover a wide range of interview scenarios for each subject specific to Oxford and Cambridge applications, ensuring that you are well-prepared for your interviews. Our Oxbridge tutors are up-to-date on the variety of typical question types asked and we ensure that each student is tasked with all formats of interview question e.g. not just questions on their personal statement. Our goal is to help you succeed at every stage of the application process.
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After each online mock interview, you will receive detailed, personalised feedback including an A4 report for each Oxbridge interview from our experts. They will highlight your strengths, pinpoint areas for improvement, and offer practical advice to enhance your performance in Oxbridge interviews.
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The cost of our Mock Interview Days for Oxbridge applicants and offer holders varies depending on the type and duration of the session. Please visit our group courses page to enquire further.
Contact Us For a Free Oxbridge Consultation.
We are pleased to offer complimentary 20-minute phone consultations with our educational consultants. We will address your queries, discuss your needs and goals, and devise a range of tailored oxbridge and mock interview tuition options. Enquire now!