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TSA and TARA: which Oxford admissions test applies to you
TARA is the test used for relevant Oxford courses at 2027 entry. It contains critical thinking, problem solving and a writing task. Legacy TSA papers are still useful practice, provided you label them as legacy and do not treat them as the current test.
Applies to 2027 entry · Reviewed 2026-09-12
The three UCAS personal-statement questions, read carefully
UCAS uses three personal-statement questions for 2026 entry onwards. Most weak drafts fail for the same reason: they describe enthusiasm instead of showing evidence of thinking. This guide gives a planning method for each question.
Applies to 2026 entry onwards · Reviewed 2026-09-12
Choosing the right English test before you pay for anything
IELTS Academic, General Training and UKVI are different products. PTE is a family of products. TOEIC has separate components. Cambridge qualifications sit at defined levels. Confirm the exact requirement in writing before you register or start a course.
Applies to Reviewed for 2026–27 applications · Reviewed 2026-09-12
A sample learning plan and marked feedback sheet
This is an illustrative example, not a real student's work and not a results claim. It shows what a written plan and a marked piece of feedback actually look like, so you can judge the process before you commit.
Applies to Illustrative example · Reviewed 2026-09-12
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