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Purpose
Supra-curriculars are the activities you do to demonstrate:
These are key qualities that Oxbridge admissions tutors are looking for.
If you do the work, it will come across in your personal statement, assessment essays and interview.
You will have more interesting examples to draw from, be better able to connect ideas, and talk with genuine excitement.
- deep and broad interest in your subject
- knowledge in you subject that goes beyond what is taught in school
- capacity to learn independently
These are key qualities that Oxbridge admissions tutors are looking for.
If you do the work, it will come across in your personal statement, assessment essays and interview.
You will have more interesting examples to draw from, be better able to connect ideas, and talk with genuine excitement.
TAKE THE LEADFollow your own interests.
It's completely fine to ditch a book if you are finding it boring, or just read the most exciting chapter . You will have more genuine passion and more interesting things to say. |
MAKE IT ROUTINEStart early and do a little everyday.
e.g. read the news on the bus to school, listen to podcasts while exercising, watching a lecture before bed. You will quickly develop a broad and deep understanding of your subject. |
REFLECT AND RECORDMake notes and keep a record
Critically reflect on arguments, their potential objections, and how they connect to other ideas. You will develop a unique perspective and a bank of resources for your PS. |
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