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Oxford & Cambridge interview

Oxbridge InterviewsIf you are looking for a place at Oxford or Cambridge it is more likely that you will have a panel interview rather than Multi Mini Interviews (MMI). Refer to the MMI coaching pages of this website if you have a series of interview stations. Panel interviews are often required for entry on a competitive Master’s programme. You only get one chance and interview coaching will help you succeed. It is essential that you can build rapport quickly, demonstrate motivation and answer challenging questions with clarity.

 
 

Universities’ requirements

Criteria Judge
Subject enthusiasm Intellectual curiosity for the subject
Gumption & passion
Genuine motivation to study Eagerness to learn and excel. Evidence of application and tenacity
Lateral & critical thinking Evidence outside your current curriculum. Evidence that you can think and enjoy intellectual stimulation & debate
Maturity & stability Looking for evidence of self-awareness, adaptability and being grounded
Are you likable? Would they enjoy tutoring you? Open, warm and friendly. Evidence of team work
Clear critical thinking Ability to think, hold an opinion, compare & contrast, acknowledge different opinions

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Oxbridge & Cambridge interview coaching

The right preparation can make a huge difference to your success as it is essential to build rapport quickly, communicate clearly and succinctly. We recommend two 90 mock interview coaching sessions one or two weeks apart, the first focused on preparation and then second on practising a range of  interview questions. It doesn’t matter what degree course you re applying for. The better your prepare and the more you practise the less intimidating these interviews are.

Recent successes

“Having been rejected from Cambridge last year, I can’t believe that I got a place to at Oxford. You completely changed my approach to the whole interview and I can’t thank you enough. Difficult questions just didn’t seem so impossible any more and I’ll never see a mirror in the same way again!” Tom, Oxford.

“Just wanted to let you know that yesterday I’ve received an offer from UCL to study medicine from September 2019!! I am over the moon and extremely grateful for all your help. I definitely had a few inquisitive questions and I would not have been able to answer them without the preparation. I’m still waiting for replies from the other three universities but I think UCL is my first choice anyway and now that all my interviews are done I can relax a bit.” Emilia, Medicine.

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Coaching fees

You may wish to receive a Preparation session, followed by a Mock interview or some graduates prefer to choose our flexible graduate coaching programme. Click here for details on coaching fees. The best approach is to book a Free Consultation or Contact us to discuss your individual needs.

Fabiula Rifiski on October 16, 2024 at 09:16 am

Elizabeth is truly amazing. She has not only helped me stand tall but also completely transformed how I approach interviews and view my skill set. As an interview coach, she goes beyond the basics of preparing for a role. She helps you tailor your skills to fit the specific roles you’re applying for, but more importantly, she opens your eyes to what you’re truly capable of. Sometimes we underestimate our natural abilities because they come easily to us, but Elizabeth shows you how to express these in a way that highlights their full value. She helps you see beyond tasks and focus on the big picture - especially on soft skills, which are crucial in today’s job market. When I first worked with Elizabeth, I received offers from three major companies immediately after our sessions, and I was able to choose the role that was the perfect fit for me. When I later went through a career change, she helped me again, and I successfully landed the job I was aiming for. I highly recommend Elizabeth. Her insights and guidance are invaluable!

Emily Stroud on September 24, 2024 at 11:06 am

Coaching with Claire Hodgson was the best decision I made to kick start my career. Warm and approachable and also punchy, she challenged me to improve much more than I believed I was capable of, and then built up my confidence to perform optimally at interview. I know I would not have got my dream job in the Civil Service without her help. She’s a great coach, so do not waste another second thinking about hiring her. Do it. If you want the job, she is the key to get you through the door.

Jon on September 04, 2024 at 11:40 am

I highly recommend Elizabeth and the interview skills clinic. Elizabeth helped me prepare for an interview for a Civil Service Grade 6 role and the three sessions gave me the confidence and skills needed to get the job. As someone who has struggled with interviews in the past I now have the skills to confidently tackle senior Civil Service interviews for the years to come. Elizabeth has a complete understanding the civil service behaviours and interview format so it felt like getting insider knowledge which proved to be essential. Thanks again to Elizabeth and the team.

Ivana on March 25, 2024 at 08:43 am

Elizabeth is an outstanding interview coach whom I highly recommend. Her sessions helped me overcome insecurities as a non-native speaker working in higher education, boosting my confidence and highlighting my skills and abilities. Elizabeth’s calm and kind attitude helped me to stay grounded, but also guided me back to my strengths when I felt lost during the interview, ultimately leading to the attainment of my dream job. I am immensely grateful for her support and look forward to future collaborations.

Sonal on February 22, 2024 at 13:04 pm

Elizabeth is a very supportive coach. I was applying for a Business Analyst role and within an hour of a second interview I was called back by the company to let me know that they really liked me and offered me the job. I thought I knew how to use the STAR approach before but Elizabeth has a unique interpretation of it and I was complimented on my response. What really helped me was the way she broke the STAR up for me in a way which was relevant to the role and sector I was going for. My interview felt much more like a conversation. I learnt a lot and feel so much more confident in interviews

Aashna on February 20, 2024 at 12:50 pm

After five years abroad,I decided to re enter the London job market. Having used Elizabeth's services before, I did not hesitate to contact her again. With her guidance and support I was successful in getting offers from multiple companies. Elizabeth is sincere and cares about her clients and their job satisfaction beyond the remit of her role as an interview coach, her many years of experience give her a discerning eye and she can predict in a very short space of time what her clients need and how to get them from A to B. I would recommend her wholeheartedly. She also goes out of her way to make time for her clients and is very punctual and organised.

Alexia on February 11, 2024 at 16:38 pm

Interview coaching with Matt was exactly what I needed. My skills were rusty and I'd lost confidence. I really liked Matt's direct but supportive approach. I was out of my comfort zone during the sessions (which was good!) but through practice my confidence grew and learning took place. I now have an excellent structure to work with for future interviews. I'm very grateful for Matt's help. Thank you.

Kris on January 30, 2024 at 12:43 pm

I was feeling insecure in my communication skills when I met with Elizabeth for a mock interview. Her knowledge paired with her straightforward approach meant that in one hour we had covered a number of actionable insights that instantly boosted my confidence. I walked into the interview with a clear plan (and renewed belief in my competence) and dare I say I even enjoyed it! Thank you for doing what you do!

Yasmin on January 21, 2024 at 22:50 pm

Matthew has been incredibly supportive and helpful throughout my application process (on multiple occasions. With his support, I was able to land my first civil service role. He put a lot of effort and enthusiasm into every session. His techniques were incredibly helpful and I have learnt skills that I will continue to use throughout my career. Couldn’t recommend more.

Develyn on January 17, 2024 at 14:00 pm

Elizabeth is a fabulous coach. Following her coaching, I had two coaching sessions I got a senior programme manager role in the Civil Service, it was a very complex role. I offered the job and I was told my interview was excellent!! Elizabeth gave me such detailed and insghtful feedabck I was able to reshape all my Behaviour answers and went into the interview feeling much more confident. Thank you Elizabeth

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