All candidates must follow the application procedure as shown in how to apply. The information below gives specific details for students applying for this course.
Written work
Candidates will be required to submit one piece of written work for History on an historical topic, and two pieces for English, both by 11 November 2013.
See further guidance on the submission of written work.
Written test
All candidates must take the History Aptitude Test (HAT), normally at their own school or college, on 6 November 2013. Separate registration for this test is required and the final deadline for entries is 15 October 2013. It is the responsibility of the candidate to ensure that they are registered for this test. See further details about the History Aptitude Test.
Candidates for this joint course are not required to take the English Literature Admissions Test (ELAT).
What are tutors looking for?
Shortlisted candidates will usually be given at least two interviews, one with the History tutor or tutors in the college, and one with the English tutor or tutors. In the English interview, the candidate may be asked to discuss a piece of prose or verse, provided before or at the interview. Successful candidates will read widely, will enjoy writing and talking about history, literature and language, and will be interested in pursuing a comparative approach to historical and literary texts.
Selection criteria
Candidates may wish to refer to the selection criteria for History and for English.
