Middle East Studies
The interview for Middle East Studies at Oxford and Cambridge is a importnat part of the application process, designed to assess your critical thinking, analytical skills, and engagement with the political, cultural, and historical contexts of the region.
Interviewers are keen to see how you approach issues and analyse new information, so thorough preparation is essential. Practising your ability to discuss complex topics clearly and confidently will help you demonstrate your passion for Middle East Studies. An interview with University Admissions Tutors is a vital tool to help you on this journey.
What are Oxbridge Middle East Studies interview questions?
To what extent did European colonialism shape the political boundaries of the Middle East?
How does the media portray the Middle East, and what are the consequences of these portrayals?
What is the role of Islam in Middle Eastern politics?
Is the concept of the "nation-state" applicable to the Middle East?
To what extent do Western powers bear responsibility for ongoing conflicts in the Middle East?
What are the challenges of studying Middle Eastern history through a Eurocentric lens?
What role does soft power play in the foreign policies of Middle Eastern countries, such as Qatar or the UAE?
How are Muslim women portrayed in the West?
How does the mock interview service work?
We offer all of our potential mock interview students a free consultation with one of our team of senior tutors. This is to allow them to explain what they are looking for for their mock interviews. The senior tutor will then chat to our network of Oxbridge Educated tutors to find a perfect group of tutors each of whom will each run their own interview in a slightly different but realistic style.
After each interview the student will receive both verbal and written feedback outlining what they did well and crucially, what they could do better.
We believe each student requires a bespoke, personalised service. We therefore don't require to students commit to any number of interviews before they start, but rather only until they feel confident they can do well in the interview!
