Can I apply to both Oxford and Cambridge for PhD?

Q. Can I apply to both Cambridge and Oxford? Yes, the restriction on applying to both universities only applies to undergraduate admissions.

Can you apply to both Oxford and Cambridge in the same year?

You can only apply to one course at Oxford, and you can’t apply to Oxford and Cambridge in the same year. See information on all our courses. Check the admission requirements for your course. Specific grades and subjects required are also shown on each course page.

What happens if you apply to both Cambridge and Oxford?

It is not possible to apply to both Oxford and Cambridge in the same admissions round, so students will have to choose one or the other. Both universities are world-renowned in teaching and research in both arts and science subjects, so the decision is largely an individual one.

Can you apply to both Oxford and Cambridge if you play the organ?

Applicants for organ awards may apply to both Oxford and Cambridge (for an organ award, but not on their UCAS application), except those applying to read Medicine.

Is a 2 1 at Cambridge good?

Second Class Honours; Upper division (2:1, 2i or II-1) – typically 60–69\% Lower division (2:2, 2ii or II-2) – typically 50–59\%

Can I apply for more than one PhD?

There’s nothing wrong – as a rule – with applying for a PhD place at more than one university. If you are writing proposals for multiple PhD applications, parts of those proposals are going to be the same (or, at least, very similar). But they shouldn’t be identical.

Why can’t I apply for both Oxford and Cambridge?

Basically, it comes down to supply and demand. Both universities know that they are going to receive a huge volume of applications, so by allowing people to apply for both institutions, it would create an even larger number of applicants to assess for a limited intake at each.

What is a double first from Cambridge?

1 : first-class honors in two different subjects especially at Cambridge and Oxford universities. 2 : a student who takes a double first.

Can you do two PhDs at once?

After finishing your joint PhD, you’ll either receive two PhDs (this is known as a double degree) or one jointly-awarded PhD (one diploma with both university logos on). The reason for this distinction is often practical in nature (one country’s legislation might not allow for jointly-awarded degrees, for example).

What is it like to do a PhD at a Cambridge?

A Cambridge PhD is intellectually demanding and you will need to have a high level of attainment and motivation to pursue this programme of advanced study and research. In most faculties a candidate is expected to have completed one year of postgraduate study, normally on a research preparation master’s course, prior to starting a PhD.

How do I get a scholarship to study at Cambridge University?

The department will contact applicants directly about its internal awards such as the Premium Studentship. It is worth noting that full funding must be secured before starting a course at Cambridge. Most of the scholarships will not accept applications from students who are already in residence.

What is a joint PhD and is it worth it?

Most often joint-PhDs are a means for two universities to strengthen a research collaboration. These two universities are often home to the top research experts in a particular topic (or are top ranking universities which have a desire to be explicitly recognised as partners).