How to 'Think Aloud' in your Oxbridge Interview | 7 Interview Technique Tips with Maths Examples

With Oxbridge interviews rapidly approaching, specialist tutor Rowan shares his insights on interview technique, dissecting the commonly quoted advice to 'think out loud'. Rowan illustrates his tips with three examples of mathematics interview questions, though this video will be useful for anyone preparing for interviews with a heavy technical focus.

00:00-00:49 Introduction
00:50-01:47 1. Share ideas as your form them
01:48-03:06 2. Explore ideas that won't work
03:07-05:27 3. Lead with your motivation
05:28-08:32 4. Engage with hints
08:33-11:18 5. Reapply and adapt methods
11:19-15:46 6. Articulate the obstruction
15:47-17:34 7. Show interest
17:35-18:06 Conclusion

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Rowan Wright is the founding director of Vantage Admissions, a specialist university admissions consultancy in the mathematical sciences. He is a specialist tutor for Oxbridge interviews and mathematics admissions tests, such as STEP, TMUA, and MAT. Vantage Admissions offers a comprehensive preparation programme for Oxbridge interviews in mathematics, physics, engineering, computer science, and economics - visit www.vantageadmissions.co.uk to find out more and book a free consultation with Rowan.

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Video produced and edited by Amelia Calladine