Oxford and Cambridge, known as Oxbridge, are two of the best universities in the world with an international reputation for academic excellence. Winning a place to study there is notoriously challenging because there are no shortcuts - it`s an extremely comprehensive and competitive process.
If you wish to study at Oxbridge in the Academic Year 2026, you must submit your UCAS application by 15th October 2025 (6:00 PM UK time). As a second step, you will need to complete your Cambridge application by October 22nd and select your college in Oxford by November 10th.
Applying to Oxford?
Applying to Cambridge?
The applicants are required to have top grades from secondary education (A-levels, IB, or equivalent), often with predictions of AAA or higher. Applicants also sit specialist admissions tests (e.g., TSA, MAT, LNAT, STEP, etc.) and attend academic interviews.
Many courses in Oxbridge require prior knowledge of certain subjects. This is why most successful candidates start their preparation at least 12-18 months before applying.
During the admission interview, students are expected to demonstrate true passion for their subject and intellectual curiosity, which involves independent exploration outside of school. Candidates should be prepared to face some challenging questions. From knowledge about the chosen course, to topics related to logic, politics and current affairs. We have selected some of the most interesting given questions.
