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The British Mathematical Olympiad

The true nature of Mathematics and the British Mathematical Olympiad

Oxbridge Modern Languages Interviews

Oxbridge Modern Languages Interviews – A Practical Guide Applying to read languages at Oxbridge may seem a daunting process, but this article will provide you with a few important tips that should stand you in good stead. First of all, it’s worth remembering that Oxbridge language degrees (especially at Oxford) are heavily literature based. In most cases, literature modules will [...]

Gawping at History

Last week I was in Central London having lunch with a friend of mine and on the way back decided to go for a quick dip into the British Museum. It's things like that which make living in a capital city so good. Got forty-five minutes to kill? Just go and casually see some preserved human remains from 3,000 years [...]

Writing Skills

As communication of information in the workplace becomes ever shorter and concise, the importance given to basic writing skills in the curriculum grows. The changes made to the English GCSE now see marks allocated to the area of spelling, punctuation and grammar (SPAG) in a way that has caused a divisive response; Boards such as AQA will allocate marks to this [...]

How To Make The Most Out Of University- The Society Way

Freshers’ Fayre is undeniably an overwhelming experience. A Goldman Sachs stall to your left, a Dominos Free Pizza sign to your right, it is not surprising students trawl back to halls with a bunch of discounted wares and free pens. But I urge you to look beyond this enticing spectacle and investigate the wonderful world hidden in the array of [...]

What I Wish I Had Known For My Medicine Interview

So after a whole year of bragging to your friends and family that you are applying to study medicine, D- day has finally arrived, but you’re now scared that actually your bravado might not be able to carry you through your interview. That’s certainly how I felt when I was about to subject myself to med school interviews, in which [...]

Oxbridge Interview Preparation

I studied Theology at Jesus College, Cambridge, and I recall finding perceptions of what to expect quite mixed. Some print media seemed to think I would only be asked questions such as "what is the point of a banana?" whilst some successful applicants I spoke to told me it was nothing to worry about. The truth is somewhere between the two. [...]

Learning Languages Abroad For A Better Life Experience

Despite studying languages at school and deciding to continue French and Spanish to degree level at UCL, I feel that I have learnt more about language learning during the last twelve months than any other time of my life. I have just spent six months studying in Lyon, France, and sixth months studying in Granada, Spain, and I wish to [...]

The hare or the tortoise? Overcoming perfectionism.

Why is it that, as children, we are taught that races are for animals? We were told (how many times I wonder?) about the fates of the hare and the tortoise. The hare, renowned for his unrivalled running ability and speed, ridicules the slow-moving tortoise whom he challenges to a race. The hare bounds ahead, and, brimming with self-assurance (or [...]

Oxbridge Interview Tips

Before the critical moment of being seated in a chair opposite an Oxbridge don, it is essential to ensure that the steps leading up to this day have been tactically considered. First and most importantly, owing to the steep competition of an overwhelmingly high number of able applicants, acceptance can be something of a lottery. Therefore, in terms of preparation, [...]

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The British Mathematical Olympiad

Oxbridge Modern Languages Interviews

Gawping at History

Writing Skills

How To Make The Most Out Of University- The Society Way

What I Wish I Had Known For My Medicine Interview

Oxbridge Interview Preparation

Learning Languages Abroad For A Better Life Experience

The hare or the tortoise? Overcoming perfectionism.

Oxbridge Interview Tips

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Tavistock Tutors Blog

Some helpful blog pieces and articles for our students and tutors.

The British Mathematical Olympiad

Oxbridge Modern Languages Interviews

Gawping at History

Writing Skills

How To Make The Most Out Of University- The Society Way

What I Wish I Had Known For My Medicine Interview

Oxbridge Interview Preparation

Learning Languages Abroad For A Better Life Experience

The hare or the tortoise? Overcoming perfectionism.

Oxbridge Interview Tips