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We have collated some great educational materials for all age levels and abilities. These range from 11 plus interview questions, to tried-and-tested revision tips for GCSE and A Level students, to blogs on extracurricular learning & Oxbridge entry. Explore the titles most relevant to you by searching by subject (e.g. Geography, Engineering, History of Art) or level (e.g. 11 Plus, GCSE, IB, Oxbridge, Degree) below.

UCAS Application Guide 2024: What to Expect

Navigate the 2024 UCAS application season with our comprehensive guide. Gain valuable insights in our guide to completing a UCAS application successfully. Stay informed about changes to the process and tips to enhance your overall application. Your go-to resource for a seamless UCAS application journey for 2025 entry and beyond!

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The New Oxford University GAT (Geography Admissions Test): Preparation and Advice

In this blog, we dive deep into the intricacies of the new Oxford Geography Admissions Test. Designed to challenge and captivate aspiring geography students, this blog is your key to understanding the test's nuances and help guide students’ preparation, to help unlock the doors to a world-class education at Oxford University.

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Our Ultimate Guide to Applying for Dentistry in 2024: Preparation, Personal Statement, Interview Tips & More!

Looking to pursue a career in dentistry? Discover the essential steps for applying to university for dentistry programs and gain valuable insights to enhance your chances of acceptance. From crafting a compelling personal statement to acing the dental school interview, this comprehensive guide provides expert advice to help you stand out in the competitive admissions process.

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Law School Applications, Admissions Tests Camille Goodman Law School Applications, Admissions Tests Camille Goodman

Cracking the LNAT: Tips and Strategies for Success on the National Admissions Test for Law in 2024

If you're applying to study law at university, you may be required to take the LNAT (National Admissions Test for Law). At U2 Tuition, we’ve gathered information from our top Law Oxbridge graduates for this comprehensive blog on how to prepare for and ace the LNAT, with tips on everything from time management to critical thinking. Read on to get expert advice on how to succeed on this challenging admissions assessment and increase your chances of getting into the law school of your dreams.

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Your Introduction to the GMAT Exam: Advice From An Expert U2 GMAT Consultant

The GMAT is the standardised test required by most business schools from prospective students looking to apply to post-graduate business programs. In this guide, a U2 GMAT Consultant, CFA (MBA, The London Business School), discusses important considerations for how to approach preparing for and taking the GMAT exam from his years of GMAT tuition experience.

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Mastering the BMAT Test in 2024: General Preparation Tips And Section Strategies

In this blog, we provide students with general BMAT advice (how to structure your preparation, adjust your mindset and gear up for the test), as well as specific guidance on each of the three sections, including an overview of question types and tips/ resources for preparation.

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How to Approach Oxford’s Language Tests in 2024: The MLAT, LAT & OLAT

In this blog, one of U2’s 1st Class Oxford Linguistics and Spanish graduates, leads you through the key components of Oxford’s language tests: The MLAT, LAT and OLAT, including when to begin studying, what the tests look like, how to prepare and key strategies on the day. Find out how to crack the language-based puzzles and demonstrate your creativity and flexible thinking!

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How to Approach Cambridge’s Engineering and Science Admissions Test (ESAT) in 2024: Top Tips From a Natural Sciences Graduate

This guide to the new ESAT Test is written by U2 Natural Sciences tutor, Alex (NatSci, University of Cambridge). Here you’ll find all the tips and tricks to take into the exam, as well as advice on how to structure and focus your preparation on the areas where it really counts.

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The ELAT: Our Guide to the Oxbridge English Admission Test in 2024

The English Literature Admissions Test or ELAT as it is commonly known is the pre-interview test for applicants to English undergraduate courses at Oxford and Cambridge. Places at these prestigious universities have always been highly sought after and, because the process of interviewing is lengthy and time-consuming, the ELAT serves as a kind of filter. Your performance on this test dictates whether or not you’re called for interview. Cheltenham Ladies’ College English teacher, Elisa, has taught candidates for the ELAT and interview for over a decade now. She also went through the process herself - these are her top tips for preparing for (and passing) the ELAT.

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