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Inside Oxford’s New Admissions Tests: What’s Changed and Why It Matters - 2026/2027
There has been a tendency to describe Oxford’s new admissions tests as a move away from subject-specific assessment towards something more generic. While this perspective is...
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How to Start Your Journey to a Top UK University
Securing a place at a top UK university like Oxford or Cambridge requires strategic planning, and starting early makes a difference. At William Clarence, we offer personalised...
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How Long Until I Hear from Universities? UCAS After the January 14th Deadline
Whether you submitted your UCAS application early or clicked “submit,” just a few weeks ago, the months ahead are critical as you await offers and plan for September 2026. Here’s...
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Preparing for Oxbridge and Russell Group Admissions Tests (2026/2027 Cycle Update)
Securing a place at Oxbridge or a top Russell Group university is no small feat. These institutions are renowned for their academic excellence, and admissions tests are a crucial...
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Oxford is Changing its Admissions Tests for 2026/2027
Oxford admissions have long been very challenging, even for the strongest candidates, with an array of admissions tests required for their degrees - but as of January 2026, the...
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The Secret to an Exceptional Personal Statement: Wider Reading
If there were only one thing that we’d advise our students to do in preparation for a university application, it would be to read widely. Of course, a typical personal statement...
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William Clarence Education’s International Student Application Timeline for UK Medicine - UCAT 2025 Update
Applying to medicine in the UK requires careful planning across two academic years. Having a clear timeline can help you stay organised and ensure that each part of the application...
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When is it too late to submit a UCAS application?
Oxbridge, Medicine and Dentistry As education consultants at William Clarence, we always recommend starting the application process as early as possible. We typically work with...
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Differences Between UK and US - Oxbridge vs Ivy League
Many ambitious international students seek places at the best universities in the world, and the universities holding this reputation worldwide are consistently Oxford and...
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Applying for Medicine in the UK: Advice for Hong Kong Students
At William Clarence Education we have years of experience supporting students from Hong Kong into the toughest course at UK universities - Medicine. Medicine remains one of the...
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AI Detection and ChatGPT in Personal Statements
As the 2025 admissions cycle progresses, many students are wondering if they can use ChatGPT or similar tools to help with their UCAS personal statements. In recent months...
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Top Tips for Applying to top UK universities from the UAE
Every year William Clarence Education works with students from the UAE guiding and advising them on the Oxbridge applications (Oxford & Cambridge) and other top UK universities. If...
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Top tips when applying to Cambridge and Oxford from the USA
Every year William Clarence Education works with students from the USA, guiding and advising them on the Oxbridge applications process (Oxford and Cambridge) and other top UK...
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Preparing for Oxbridge and Russell Group Admissions Tests
Securing a place at Oxbridge or a top Russell Group university is no small feat. These institutions are renowned for their academic excellence, and admissions tests are a crucial...
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Your Global Academic Adventure: How William Clarence Can Guide Your Path to UK Universities After Trump’s Re-Election
The latest U.S. presidential election has wrapped up with Donald Trump securing a return to the Oval Office. For many students, the outcome brings a renewed sense of direction and...
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How Hard Is It To Get Into Oxbridge? Start Your Journey Today
Securing a place at a top UK university like Oxford or Cambridge requires strategic planning, and starting early can make all the difference. That’s why, at William Clarence, our...
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The William Clarence Guide to UCAS 2025 Changes
Within the ever-evolving landscape of university admissions, we want to ensure that you stay ahead of the curve. The UCAS 2025 application cycle introduces significant changes, and...
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Personal Statement Changes: The Truth Behind the New UCAS Application Questions
If you've been following the latest news on university applications in the UK, you might have come across sensational headlines proclaiming "the end of the personal statement."...
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Discover education expert advice from William Clarence’s Education Roadmap, providing detailed admissions timelines from nursery right through to higher education. Navigating the...
Read the full postExpert Medicine Applications - How can William Clarence help ?
If you’re hoping to submit a medicine application in the UK this year, you’ve come to the right place. Don’t miss this video from our medicine application specialist Gareth Davies...
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