A-levels:
- Oxford: Most colleges require applicants to have at least three A-levels, with some courses requiring specific subjects. The typical offer for most courses is A*AA-AAA, with some courses requiring higher grades.
- Cambridge: Most colleges require applicants to have at least three A-levels, with some courses requiring specific subjects. The typical offer for most courses is A*A*A-AAA, with some courses requiring higher grades.
GCSEs:
- Oxford: Most colleges require applicants to have at least seven GCSEs at grade A or above, including English Language and Mathematics. Some colleges may also require additional GCSEs in specific subjects, such as Science or a foreign language.
- Cambridge: Most colleges require applicants to have at least five GCSEs at grade A or above, including English Language and Mathematics. Some colleges may also require additional GCSEs in specific subjects, such as Science or a foreign language.
In addition to these academic requirements, applicants to Oxford or Cambridge must also submit a personal statement, a reference from their school, and attend an interview. The admissions process is highly competitive, and only a small number of applicants are successful in gaining admission to these universities.