OXBRIDGE

What does the term "Oxbridge" refer to?

• a) The two oldest and most prestigious universities in the United Kingdom

• b) A type of bridge found in Oxford and Cambridge

  
  

• c) An academic competition between Oxford and Cambridge

• d) The nickname for the University of Oxford

When was the University of Oxford founded?

• a) 1066

• b) 1096

• c) 1200

• d) 1300

How do Oxford and Cambridge handle the admission process through their unique collegiate system?

• a) Students apply directly to the university

  
  

• b) Students apply to a specific college within the university

• c) Students are randomly assigned to a college

• d) Students can choose any college they prefer after admission

What event led to the creation of Cambridge University?

• a) A dispute with the local townspeople of Oxford

• b) A fire that destroyed the original Oxford University

• c) A royal decree to establish a second university

• d) The merging of two smaller universities in the area

Which famous annual rowing competition takes place between Oxford and Cambridge?

• a) The Rowing Challenge

• b) The Thames Rivalry

• c) The Boat Race

• d) The Oxford-Cambridge Regatta

  What are the typical A-Level grade requirements for Oxford applicants in most cases?

• a) A*AA at A Level

• b) AAA to AAA grades

• c) AA, or 40-42 points in the IB

• d) 38-40 points in the IB, including core points

How long is the typical length of a degree course at Oxford and Cambridge?

• a) One year

• b) Two years

• c) Three years

• d) Four years

Which university uses the Thinking Skills Assessment (TSA) as a general admissions test?

• a)  Cambridge

• b) Neither Oxford nor Cambridge

• c) Both Oxford and Cambridge

• d) Oxford

Which statement accurately represents the use of Latin at degree ceremonies?

• a) Latin is used only at degree ceremonies in Cambridge

• b) Latin is used only at degree ceremonies in Oxford

• c) Latin is used at degree ceremonies in both Oxford and Cambridge

• d) Latin is not used at degree ceremonies in either Oxford or Cambridge

What is the purpose of the Oxbridge interviews?

• a) To test applicants on a variety of skills and their overall character

• b) To evaluate the quality of the personal statement

• c) To determine the applicant's financial situation

• d) To assess the applicant's previous work experience