BIOLOGY
Why Study Biology With Us?
Whether students are considering studying pure Biology or Biological Natural Sciences, our course is perfect for students who are passionate about learning about living things and their relationship with one another. Designed by one of our expert tutors, students will explore a range of topics from across the living world, from zoology to genetics and considers the what, why and how of the planet we live on.
As well as spending time studying in seminars, students undertake a group project which will stretch them beyond their comfort zone and develop their knowledge beyond the curriculum. Towards the end of the week, the group will present to their peers which provides excellent practice for interviews. The one-to-one tutorials give students the opportunity to study their favourite subject in greater depth independently and build confidence defending their arguments in a small but academically supportive environment.
BIOLOGY
Why Study Biology?
Our Biology course is perfect for students who are passionate about learning about living things and their relationship with one another. Designed by one of our expert tutors, students will explore a range of topics from across the living world, from zoology to genetics and considers the what, why and how of the planet we live on.
As well as spending time studying in seminars, students undertake a group project which will stretch them beyond their comfort zone and develop their knowledge beyond the curriculum. Towards the end of the week, the group will present to their peers which provides excellent practice for interviews. The one-to-one tutorials give students the opportunity to study their favourite subject in greater depth independently and build confidence defending their arguments in a small but academically supportive environment.
What will we cover?
Topics may include:
Plant Science
Marine and Terrestrial Ecology
Biochemistry
Human Physiology
The Principles of Genetics
Application Guidance
Our team are experts in supporting students applying to study Biology at the country’s top Universities and have designed a programme to de-mystify the application process. Our afternoon sessions cover all aspects of the application process in detail, from choosing a course and a college, through to personal statements and mock interviews. If applying to Cambridge, we will also work through the ESAT with students in a bespoke Admissions Test seminar.
Our team have years of experience in helping students access the UK’s top Universities and are all exclusively from the Universities of Oxford and Cambridge. As well as our expert tutors, we also have a Personal Statements and UCAS Expert on our team who has designed a workshop which provides exclusive insider guidance on how to approach an application.
What is included?
10+ hours of live Biology sessions, led by our expert Oxbridge tutors
10+ additional hours of live interactive teaching
30+ hours of directed learning throughout the week
A one-to-one Oxbridge-style tutorial
Live guest lecture from a leading Oxbridge Academic
Application workshops, from personal statements to mock interviews
Biology reading list and lecture guide
Certificate on completion of the course
Example Timetable
Add-ons
Included in our course fees are a range of sessions designed to help students prepare for their application to study Biology at Oxford and Cambridge. We cover the entire admissions process, from writing personal statements, to strategies for approaching Admissions Tests and preparing for interviews.
Students who are applying this year may opt for additional personalised specialist support. These optional extras begin during the Summer School and continue afterwards, to help students prepare for their upcoming application.
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Personal Statement Consultation
The Personal Statement is a key part of any university application and the student’s opportunity to demonstrate passion for their subject. We understand a Personal Statement is a long-term project and we have designed a 2-hour package which guides and supports students through the writing process.
After the Summer School, students will meet with our Personal Statements Expert before the UCAS deadline, once they have had a chance to work on their Statement. In another 1-hour consultation, our expert will work to improve the tone, flow and make any final suggestions before submission.
Admissions Tests
For students applying to Cambridge, we have designed and produced an ESAT Paper Package which may be purchased alongside the Summer School at a reduced rate. The test paper exactly replicates the style of the original paper, and the package comes complete with a mark scheme, full solutions and a question-by-question video walk-through. These tests cannot be found elsewhere online and are entirely unique, therefore fully replicating the Admissions Test experience for the student.
Mock Interviews
Students can also add a Mock Interview to their Summer School course. Interviews are one of the most important parts of an application and for students making an application this year, a baseline interview in the summer is an excellent way to prepare. A baseline interview allows students to work on their development points throughout the autumn and perhaps undertake additional Mock Interviews closer to the time to hone their skills.
Our Mock Interviews are conducted by our specialist tutors with Oxford and Cambridge interview experience. They last 45 minutes: 30 minutes for the interview, followed by 15 minutes of verbal feedback, discussing how the interview went and points for improvement. Students will also receive a detailed written report, which explains the content of the interview, assesses the student’s critical thinking and analytic skills, gives notes on their interview style and explains how they can improve next time.
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