Frequently Asked Questions

How do I apply for PPE?

See the application guide on the University website.

Do I need to have studied particular subjects before?

See the admissions requirements table on the University website and the admissions requirements section of the PPE course webpage.

What should I include in my personal statement?

See the advice on writing personal statements on the how to prepare page of this website.

Do I need to take the TSA admissions test?

You do need to take the TSA. See the admissions test FAQ on the University website for more details.

How do I decide which college to apply to?

See the college choice page on the University website.

Who should write my UCAS reference?

See the UCAS reference FAQ on the University website.

Do I need to provide transcripts when applying?

See the transcripts FAQ on the University website.

How much will it cost to study PPE?

See the fees and funding section of the University website and particularly the fees, funding, and scholarships search page to work out how much studying PPE will cost.

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What GCSE grades do I need?

See the UK qualifications page of the University website, under GCSEs, for information about both how admissions tutors look at GCSEs and how contextual data is used.

I don't have A-Levels or Scottish Advanced Highers. Which other UK qualifications will you accept?

See the UK qualifications page of the University website for a list of qualifications we accept and the entry requirements for applicants with those qualifications.

Can I take one of my A-Levels a year early?

See the early A-Levels FAQ on the University website.

Should I take more than three A-Levels?

See the extra A-Levels FAQ on the University website.

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Which qualifications do I need?

See the international qualifications page of the University website for a list of non-UK qualifications we accept and the entry requirements.

Do I have to attend an interview in Oxford?

See the interview arrangements for international students page on the University website.

What English language qualifications do I need?

See the English language requirements page of the University website for information about what tests we accept, when you need to take them, and whether you are exempt.