All candidates must follow the application procedure as shown in how to apply. The information below gives specific details for students applying for Oriental Studies.
Written work
All candidates must also submit two pieces of marked writing in English by 11 November 2013.
The particular topic of your essay and the A-level (or equivalent) subject from which it is drawn are not important; it is intended to show how you construct an argument and express your ideas in English. If you do not have any recent marked work written in English (for example, because of the combination of subjects you are currently studying), you may submit a separate piece of work, such as an essay in English on one of the topics you have been studying for your A-level (or equivalent).
It may be helpful to seek guidance from your teachers in devising a suitable title. In such circumstances, it would not normally be expected for this piece to have been marked, as it will not have been done in the normal course of your studies. If you have any further questions about what to submit, please contact the Tutor for Admissions at the college which is considering your application (see college contact details).
See further guidance on the submission of written work.
Written test
Candidates for course combinations which include Arabic, Turkish, Hebrew and Persian will need to take the Oriental Languages Aptitude Test (OLAT), normally at their own school or college on 6 November 2013. Candidates must make sure they are available to take the test at this time. 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 www.olatoxford.org.uk for further details.
Selection criteria
Candidates may wish to refer to the selection criteria for Oriental Studies.
