peterhouse essay competition 2023

Study at Cambridge

About the university, research at cambridge.

Undergraduate courses
Events and open days
Fees and finance
Postgraduate courses
How to apply
Postgraduate events
Fees and funding

International students

Continuing education
Executive and professional education
Courses in education
How the University and Colleges work
Term dates and calendars
Visiting the University
Annual reports
Equality and diversity
A global university
Public engagement
Give to Cambridge
For Cambridge students
For our researchers
Business and enterprise
Colleges & departments
Email & phone search
Museums & collections
Undergraduate Study
Student life overview
Why Cambridge
Accommodation
Sport and societies
Courses overview
Choosing a course
How you will learn
Careers and graduate prospects
Subject A-Z
Colleges overview
What is a College?
Choosing a College
College contacts
Area links scheme
Finance overview
Tuition fees
Living costs
Financial support
Music awards
Applying overview
Application timeline
Before you apply
After you apply
International overview
Chat with our students
Why Cambridge?
What can I study?
Entry requirements
Tuition fees and costs
International visits and events
Visas and immigration
Year abroad
Get in touch!
Open Days and Events overview
Upcoming events
Cambridge Open Days
Virtual Tour
Think Cambridge
Applicant Webinar Series
Subject Masterclasses
Teachers and advisers' events
HE fairs and exhibitions
Find out more overview
Sign up to our Newsletter
Widening participation

Parents and supporters

Teachers and advisers

Getting here
Why Cambridge overview
Study facilities and libraries
Cambridge explained
Support overview
College welfare

Disabled students

Mature students

Counselling
Care leavers overview
Realise student snapshot
Travel Fund
Young carers
Student parents and childcare
Estranged students
Area links scheme overview
East Midlands overview
Leicester City
Leicestershire
Lincolnshire
Northamptonshire
Nottinghamshire
East of England overview
Bedfordshire
Cambridgeshire
Hertfordshire
Peterborough
Southend-on-Sea
Greater London overview
Barking and Dagenham
City of London
City of Westminster
Hammersmith and Fulham
Kensington and Chelsea
Tower Hamlets
Waltham Forest
North East overview
Middlesbrough
North Tyneside
Northumberland
Redcar and Cleveland
South Tyneside
Stockton-on-Tees
North West overview
Blackburn with Darwen
Telford and Wrekin
Northern Ireland
South East overview
Bracknell Forest
Milton Keynes
Oxfordshire
Southampton
Isle of Wight
Buckinghamshire
West Berkshire
South West overview
Bath and North East Somerset
Bournemouth
Gloucestershire
North Somerset
South Gloucestershire
Wales overview
North Wales
Mid and South Wales
West Midlands overview
Herefordshire
Staffordshire
Warwickshire
Wolverhampton
Worcestershire
Yorkshire and Humber overview
East Yorkshire
Huddersfield and Kirklees
Kingston-upon-Hull
North East Lincolnshire
North Lincolnshire
North Yorkshire
Isle of Man
Living costs overview
Study costs
Financial support overview
Cambridge financial support
Government financial support
Family contribution
Outreach Scholarships overview
Stormzy Scholarship
Formula 1 Scholarship
Geography Scholarship
Student Funding and Sharia Law
Music awards overview
Choral awards overview
Instrumental awards overview
Organ scholarships overview
College vacancies and course restrictions
When are the auditions and interviews?
What do the Organ Trials involve?
How do I apply?
Further information
Choosing high school subjects
Improve your application
Entry requirements overview
Qualifications we accept
Sixth Term Exam (STEP)
International entry requirements
Application statistics
Mature student applications
Second undergraduate degrees
UCAS application
Admission tests overview
Clinical aptitude test (UCAT)
Law test (LNAT)
Engineering and Science test (ESAT)
Mathematics test (TMUA)
College admission assessments
My Cambridge Application
Disruption to your studies
Written work and portfolios
Cambridge interviews overview
Prepare for an interview
Application decisions overview
Admissions Policy
Unspent criminal convictions
Contextual data
Outcome of your application overview
Terms of Admission
Admissions complaints
After you get your exam results overview
Information for new students
Applying for reconsideration overview
Reconsideration eligibility criteria
Tuition fees and costs overview
International financial support
Tuition fee status
International visits and events overview
International webinar series
Teachers and advisers' events overview
Teachers and Advisers' Webinars
Teachers and Advisers' Conference
Widening participation overview
Access and Participation Plans
Insight Discover
Insight Explore
Sutton Trust Summer Schools
Apply: Cambridge
Safeguarding
Parents and supporters overview
Parents' Newsletter
Teachers and advisers overview
How similar are Oxford and Cambridge?
Helping students prepare
School/college reference
Teachers' Newsletter
Events for Teachers and Advisers
Inspiring Educator Awards

Peterhouse Kelvin Science Essay Competition 2023

Open Days and Events
Student life
International
Find out more

Submissions are now open for the Peterhouse Kelvin Science Essay Competition, which aims to give students the opportunity to explore scientific concepts and topics beyond the classroom, and to engage with scientific research.

The Kelvin Science Essay Competition is open to students in their penultimate year of study (Year 12 in England and Wales, S5 in Scotland, Year 13 in Northern Ireland, or equivalent) who are educated in the United Kingdom and Ireland.

Submissions will close on Monday 24th April at 23:59 pm GMT .

For more information and to participate, please visit the competition webpage .

Date and time

Contact and more info, cambridge admissions office.

Cambridge Admissions Office Student Services Centre New Museums Site Cambridge CB2 3PT
01223 333308
[email protected]
www.cao.cam.ac.uk

About this site

Our website

Participant data and booking policies

Information for

Care leavers and estranged students

Contact the University
Accessibility
Freedom of information
Privacy policy and cookies
Statement on Modern Slavery
Terms and conditions
University A-Z
Undergraduate
Postgraduate
Research news
About research at Cambridge
Spotlight on...

Cambridge Essay Competitions

Essay competitions are brilliant for a number of reasons!

You can use them to:

The essay competitions usually become open for submissions after the winter holidays. Be sure to check any eligibility criteria, requirements and deadlines. This page will be updated when new competitions are announced, and when deadlines are passed, so check back regularly! All essay competitions and events at Cambridge (both online and in-person) can be found here 🔗 🌟.

Magdalene College Arts and Humanities Essay Competition 2024 🔗 🌟 Any student in their penultimate year at a state school can enter this competition, which will open in early 2024. Last year, there were 12 questions covering a variety of topics within the arms and humanities - you can read the winning entries here 🔗. To register your interest in this competition for 2024, fill in this form 🔗.

Fitzwilliam College Essay Competitions: various subjects 🔗 🌟 Fitzwilliam College runs a variety of competitions in Ancient World and Classics, Archaeology, History, Land Economy, Medieval World, Architecture, and Economics (this last one is for state-school UK students only). All competitions are open to Year 12 students and are designed to encourage students to pursue their interests in subjects they might not be able to study in depth at school. Last year, the deadline for all competition entries was the 1st of March, so make sure to check back in early 2024 for updates.

Newnham College Woolf Essay Prize 🔗 🌟 The Woolf Essay Competition is focussed on women in literature, history, society and culture. There are also competitions for other subjects - more information these will be coming soon. Webinars to help support your entry can be found here 🔗 . The deadline for the Woolf Prize last year was the 14th of July.

Girton College Humanities Writing Competition 🔗 An opportunity for students interested in pursuing any humanities subject to write creatively! Year 12 students may enter with an essay or piece of creative writing using an object from Girton College’s small antiquities museum, the Lawrence Room, as their prompt.

Robinson College Essay Prize: various subjects 🔗 Year 12 students may submit an essay of up to 2,000 words in response to one of the set questions, which cover a wide variety of academic subjects. The prize did not run in 2023, but may in 2024.

Trinity College Essay Prizes 🔗 These competitions give entrants the opportunity to write an essay of up to 2,000 words in response to the set question/(s). Last year there were competitions for English Literature, Launguages, Linguistics, Philosophy, Politics, Law, and History.

Did you spot a typo or formatting issue? Let us know by emailing us at [email protected] .

Welcome to Downing College

A friendly, inclusive, academic community in the heart of Cambridge

Downing College in the University of Cambridge was founded in 1800 by the bequest of Sir George Downing. Set amidst 20 acres of magnificent grounds in the heart of the city, Downing College is a community of committed scholars and students, current and future leaders in their fields.

Welcome to Downing. Everyone.

"Downing is an open and critical space. We are interested in how students think and how we can stretch our minds together to embrace the world, imagine and innovate." Dr Monica Morenas Figueroa, Downing Fellow

Undergraduate Study

Make Downing your home

Postgraduate Study

Downing is an ideal place to live and study

Why did you pick Downing?

"I really liked the architecture and open space it provides, and the 'big but not too big' community atmosphere I felt when I visited. I had also heard about the quality of accommodation, which is incredible." Dan, studying Philosophy.

Why choose Downing? “Downing College is ridiculously close to everything, including almost all departments.” Ollie, Engineer

What's happening at Downing

THE HEONG GALLERY: ISSAM KOURBAJ

Fellows' Termly Talk for Postgraduates: Professor Joe Webster

MA Dinner 2024

New edition of The Leaves launched

In the mists of innovation: Downing student's research into Marine Cloud Brightening

Student Spotlight: Ben MacLennan

Downing welcomes professor graham virgo kc (hon) as the 19th master.

Downing welcomes Professor Graham Virgo KC (Hon) as the 19th Master Downing College is delighted...

Student Life
Conferences
News & Events

Woolf Essay Prize 2024

The Woolf Essay Prize 2024 is now open!

Woolf Essay Prize 2024 Information and Questions

In 1928, Virginia Woolf addressed the Newnham Arts Society on the Subject of ‘Women and Fiction’, and from this talk emerged her seminal text, A Room of One’s Own . Newnham is very proud of its place in the history of women’s education, and we are delighted in the continuation of the Woolf Essay Prize. A Room of One’s Own raises a number of questions surrounding the place of women in society, culture, and education, and the competition allows students to contemplate these themes and ideas while developing the independent research and writing skills essential to university-level study.

This year, the Woolf Essay Prize is open to all Women in Year 12 (or equivalent), regardless of school or country. For more information, including the question list, word limit, and submission details, please consult the Information and Questions document. The deadline for submission is 09:00am BST on Monday 8th July 2024. For any queries not answered here, please contact [email protected].

The Woolf Essay Prize will run separately to our Essay Writing Masterclass Programme , which encompasses a variety of subject interests.

This prize may be of particular interest to those studying English Literature, History, Politics, Philosophy or Sociology, but we absolutely welcome entries from interested students studying any combination of subjects.

Find out more about studying English Literature at University of Cambridge

Meet Shakespeare scholar Dr Bonnie Lander-Johnson

Read essays from previous winners of the Woolf Essay Prize 2022 here:

First Prize : Isobel Brewer

Second Prize : Rose Rowland

Third Prize : Annie Fogden

Congratulations to the author of our highly commended entries, Dorina Nentcheva, Mair Andrews, and Ruby Watts.

Please note information submitted as part of this competition will be used by the College for the purposes of assessing your essay as part of the Woolf Essay Prize. Certain personal details (questions 24-33 in the submission form) may also inform research which includes evaluation of the effectiveness of this programme for different types of participant, and equalities monitoring . All essay submissions are retained by the College permanently in the College Archive, with winning entries additionally published on the Newnham College website. If you have any questions about the use of your data, please contact [email protected] in the first instance.

Information about how your personal information will be used by us in connection with the administration of this event/activity, and for related purposes, is available here .

The following pages contain information about our Essay Prizes run for Lower and Upper 6th Students internationally, including how to apply.

The Robson History Prize will not run in 2024 but we are expecting to run it again in 2025.

Gould Prize for Essays in English Literature

Languages and Cultures Essay Prize

Linguistics Essay Prize

Philosophy Essay Prize

R.A. Butler Politics Prize

Robert Walker Prize for Essays in Law

Share on Twitter
Share on Facebook
Share on LinkedIn
Share via email
previous post: Information for Offer Holders
next post: Gould prize for essays in English Literature

Access and Outreach Hub

Privacy overview.

The Antibody Society

the official website of the antibody society

An international non-profit supporting antibody-related research and development.

Science Writing Competition

The next Science Writing Competition for

Student & post-doc members opens march 1, 2024, in the meantime, you can read the winning essays here ..

Clear, concise communication is essential to make your science accessible! The Antibody Society is offering you a chance to grow this skill through a Science Writing Competition . You will hone your ability to research a topic, synthesize knowledge, and express yourself in a coherent and persuasive manner by participating in this competition.

We invite you to submit an essay of 1200 – 1500 words on a topic related to antibody research. Feel free to use an eye-catching self-generated high-resolution graphic (jpg format) to help make your main point. Relevant topics include, but are not limited to:

Antibody engineering
Antibody therapeutics
Fc effector function and neutralization
Bispecific antibodies
Antibody-drug conjugates
Adaptive immune receptor repertoires

Winners receive broad exposure of their work, a $400 cash prize, and the option of a free registration to: 1) Schrödinger’s online course, Introduction to Computational Antibody Engineering ; or 2) virtual Antibody Engineering & Therapeutics .

Two winners (1 student, 1 post-doc) will be selected by our panel of judges based on the originality, creativity, clarity, and structure of their essays.

Send your essay to [email protected] as a Word document. The first 30 submissions will be considered for the competition. Please include your contact details and whether you are a student or post-doc in your email.

Essay submission deadline: May 15, 2024

Essays should be written for a general reader. Guidance on effective scientific writing can be found here and here .

Entry is limited to The Antibody Society student and post-doc members.

Not a member? Register for your free membership!

View winning essays from previous Science Writing Competitions here

Please note that all entrants must abide by the competition rules:.

The Science Writing Competition is open only to Society student and postdoctoral members ( membership is free ). Essays must be the original work of the entrant. Essays should be no more than 1500 words. Entries should be submitted to [email protected] in Word format. Entries submitted after the deadline will not be considered. Essays that have won prizes in other competitions are not eligible. By entering you grant permission for the essay be published on the Society’s website if you are selected as a winner.

This competition is organized and managed by the Society’s Communications & Membership Committee .

Privacy & Terms of Use
Directors and Officers
Sponsors & Partners
Mission & Activities
Join the Society
Membership Levels
Members only
Antibody therapeutics approved or in regulatory review in the EU or US
Meeting reports
Presentations

Events for Schools

The Peterhouse Outreach Team aims to develop relationships with schools and individuals, helping teachers to encourage and aid young people from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply to higher education and the University of Cambridge. Please see below for the opportunities on offer.

The College welcomes inquiries from schools. We would particularly encourage Heads of Sixth Forms, Teachers, and HE Advisors to get in touch to discuss how best to encourage and support their student(s) to apply to Peterhouse, especially if you are from a school with little or no previous interaction with Cambridge and its Colleges. Our Admissions Team are also happy to advise on individual applications, particularly in less straightforward cases.

Events for Link Area Schools (Nottinghamshire, Oxfordshire, Hillingdon and select Cambridgeshire schools)

As part of our continued efforts to support schools and colleges in our Link Areas , every year Peterhouse runs a programme of events for maintained sector schools in these regions. These opportunities are advertised in our outreach opportunities newsletter . If you have any questions about any of these events, or would like to discuss further opportunities with the College, please contact our Outreach Team via the email [email protected] .

Visits to Schools

In order to encourage students to consider pursuing Higher Education, and applying to Cambridge in particular, our Outreach Officers go on the road during the Autumn and Spring Terms to tour our Link Areas, visiting schools to deliver talks and workshops. In the Autumn Term, we tend to prioritise providing advice to Year 11s on A Level subject choices and post-16 options, and in the Spring Term, we offer sessions for groups of Year 12 students focused on providing information and guidance on how to make competitive applications to University. We are also happy to discuss both the possibility of running more bespoke sessions tailored to the needs of your school, or online sessions if you are unavailable while we are in the area.

Year 10 and Year 12 Taster Days

We also regularly host visiting school groups at Peterhouse through our Year 10 and Year 12 Visit Days. Between January - April Peterhouse typically hosts four Taster Days for high-aspiring Year 12 state school students. Students have the opportunity to meet current undergraduates and teaching staff, experience sample lectures and other university-style teaching and tour the College, all with the aim of demystifying the University of Cambridge and raising aspirations. Also in the Spring Term, we host a number of Visit Days for Year 10 state-school students. These days are intended to provide students with an opportunity to find out what a university is, what university life might be like, and why they might enjoy it. They also provide a change for students to experience subjects and teaching-styles that they might not have come across before. If you want to know what happens on a visit day, click here for an account of a visit day written by a Year 10 pupil.

Progress2Uni

Progress2Uni is an online programme for Nottinghamshire Year 10 state school pupils run by Peterhouse, Cambridge and Magdalen College, Oxford. This is the fourth year that we are running the programme. Progress2Uni consists of four online sessions, run between November - May, which are designed to support, inform, and empower students to explore their post-secondary options, and set goals for their future education and career. Sessions include 'What is University' and 'Student Loans and Student Life', and typically involve an interactive activity, or the opportunity to engage in a Q & A with student ambassadors from both universities. For 2023-2024, we will also be including an optional fifth in-person session held at the University of Nottingham. If you are a teacher/ advisor from a Nottinghamshire state school and you would like further information, please do get in touch. Sign-ups are now open via the following link , and will close on the 30th October, 2023 .

Visits to Cambridge

If the above dates don't fit in your timetable, you could consider bringing a school group to one of our Open Days . Depending on staff availability, we would be very happy to organise a tour of the College for your group on these days.

Events for All Schools

Just because your school isn't in one of our Link Areas doesn't mean we don't want to hear from you too! The opportunities below are available to a wide range of teachers and students anywhere in the UK.

Peterhouse Essay Competitions

A great way to stretch intelligent young minds, Peterhouse currently organises the Kelvin Science Essay Competition . The prize provides sixth-form students with an opportunity to attempt the type of independent study they would experience at university and to have their entry assessed by members of the teaching staff at Peterhouse.

Peterhouse Natural Sciences Outreach Lectures

Typically run in May each year, this series of four online webinars is designed to provide students with an insight in to what studying Natural Sciences at University might involve.

University of Cambridge Events Listing Page

The University provides a detailed list of all of the upcoming in-person and online opportunities across the University, including College open days and events. You can use the Event Search to filter by keyword, target audience and event type. The Cambridge Admissions Office also run an Applicant Webinar Series , which is designed to support applicants make competitive applications to the University of Cambridge. The series runs from September - November, 2023. They also run a Teachers and Advisers' Webinar Series , with the 2023 - 2024 series starting in October 2023.

Peterhouse runs a number of Open Days throughout the year for students wishing to spend a day experiencing the College and University.

Peterhouse Outreach Twitter

To find out more about our events, opportunities, and resources please follow us on Twitter .

FAQs for Teachers

What age groups does peterhouse work with.

Most of our work is done with Years 10-13 or equivalent. However, you know your students better than we do, and we are happy to work with younger students if you feel they would benefit from it.

I am new to advising Oxbridge applications - how do I find out more?

The University of Cambridge offers a number of events aimed specifically at advising teachers . If you have any questions about Cambridge, Peterhouse, our courses or the application process, our Admissions Team are here to help.

I advise year 11s on A level choices - how do I help them make the right decisions for them?

Every student is different, and it's important that they take their time to make the right decision for them. The most important decision they will make in their University career is which subject they will study at University, and in some cases the decisions they make at the end of GCSE can affect which opportunities are left open to them when they reach the end of sixth-form. The Subject Matters events and resources provide guidance on advising prospective Cambridge students, and the Russell Group have created a website which provides more general advice on A level choices for competitive university applications.

What type of students should I be encouraging to apply to Cambridge?

At Cambridge we are looking for academically able students who are passionate about their subject with the potential to excel in the teaching environment we offer. Our typical offers (depending on the course applied for) are A*AA-A*A*A, so if you have a student who looks like they might achieve this, we want to hear from them! We are looking for students with the potential to flourish at Cambridge and who have a strong interest in their subject. There is no particular 'type' of student we are looking for.

Be careful not to exclude from your cohort of Cambridge candidates those who have not performed that well in their GCSEs. Here at Cambridge, we don't have any GCSE requirements and some of our best students are those who didn't show their full potential until they reached A level/IB age. Students on an upward trajectory should be encouraged to think about Cambridge as much as the high-fliers who have been excelling at school from a young age - remember, it is potential that we are looking for, as much as academic achievement.

If you have an applicant whose paper application does not match their potential for reasons beyond their control, we also want to hear about that through our Extenuating Circumstances Form , so we can put their application in the proper context.

What can I do to stretch my academically able students?

Super-curricular activities - activities which enable students to explore their subjects beyond the curriculum - are really helpful for prospective students. This is largely so they can confirm their own interest in their subject, and find out what really fascinates and excites them. This includes reading beyond the syllabus, listening to podcasts, watching documentaries, undertaking relevant projects or visiting places of interest connected to their chosen field of study. Super-curricular exploration should therefore be led by your students' own interests, but there are a number of ways you can help them with this. Cambridge University runs a number of Summer Schools, Challenge Days and HE events , and Peterhouse offers essay competitions , all of which are great ways of encouraging super-curricular explorations with a bit of structure. Year 12s may also like to make use of the University of Cambridge bank of super-curricular resources .

Which is better - A levels or the IB?

The answer to this really depends on the student in question. Some students prefer the breadth of the IB, and others prefer the depth offered by A levels - here at Cambridge, we don't have a preference, and consider applicants from both qualification systems equally, on their own merits. The typical conditional offers for students taking A levels (A*AA-A*A*A) and the IB (40-42 overall and 776/777 at Higher Level) are set following research by the University which indicates that students who achieve these typical offers go on to perform similarly at Cambridge. It is also worth pointing out that these are only typical offers and all offers are set on a case-by-case basis, in light of the candidate's circumstances, performance and academic profile.

Should my students take the EPQ?

The EPQ is not currently typically used as part of a conditional offer at Cambridge, but this isn't to say it's not useful and we don't notice it. The EPQ is a great opportunity for students to explore something about their favourite subject in depth, to foster their own passion for that subject and to practise the kind of independent study they would be expected to undertake at university. It can also be a topic for discussion during interviews, giving us the chance to have an academic discussion with your student about a topic they are familiar with and excited about.

Life at Peterhouse
Access and Outreach Programmes
Undergraduate Applications
Undergraduate Open Days
Postgraduate Applications
Postgraduate Open Days
Incoming Students
Tutorial Information

There's this massive myth surrounding Cambridge and the application process and I think it's so important for everyone to get first-hand information on what it's like to study here. It's so important that everyone has the same opportunities.

...this is a tried and tested model that works very well. We know that this makes a big difference to aspiration...Since we began to visit regularly our Oxbridge applications have increased markedly and I think that this visit [to Peterhouse] is significant.

Peterhouse Cambridge, Kelvin Science Essay Prize

Each year Loretto enters a handful of essays to the Kelvin Science Essay Prize at Peterhouse College, Cambridge

Congratulations this year to Claudia W (L6) who from thousands of entries produced one of the commended entries (essentially top 10).

Consequently she has been invited to the Peterhouse open day this July.

Congratulations to Claudia.

THE QUEEN'S COMMONWEALTH ESSAY COMPETITION

Since 1883, we have delivered The Queen's Commonwealth Essay Competition, the world's oldest international schools' writing competition. Today, we work to expand its reach, providing life-changing opportunities for young people around the world.

ENTER THE QCEC 2024

The Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition 2024 is now live!

Find out more about this year’s theme

'Our Common Wealth' and make sure to enter by 15 May 2024!

140 years of The Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition

The Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition (QCEC) is the world’s oldest international writing competition for schools and has been proudly delivered by the Royal Commonwealth Society since 1883.

THE QUEEN'S COMMONWEALTH ESSAY COMPETITION.png

ABOUT THE COMPETITION

An opportunity for young Commonwealth citizens to share their thoughts, ideas and experiences on key global issues and have their hard work and achievement celebrated internationally.

Frequently Asked Questions for the Competition. Before contacting us please read these.

MEET THE WINNERS

In 2023 we were delighted to receive a record-breaking 34,924 entries, with winners from India and Malaysia. Read their winning pieces as well as those from previous years.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Terms and Conditions for entrants to The Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition. Please ensure you have thoroughly read them before submitting your entry.

Click here to start your application. Apply now

2023 Northeastern University London Essay Competition Awards

Congratulations to all of our winners!

This year’s competition received over 5000 submissions, many of which were exceptional and thought-provoking. Congratulations to all who participated; choosing the winners was no easy task. Congratulations to the winners for their exceptional work, you should be very proud of your achievement.

This year we have a few winners and runner’s up in certain subjects where a few students received the same mark. We have also issued a number of Finalist (Special Commendation) awards to students who had an exceptional essay and narrowly missed out on winning.

You can find this year’s questions and a list of all the winners with their essays below.

Essay Questions

Business: What are the ethical implications of technological advancement in business? Answer the question with reference to a specific technological improvement of your choice in a company of your choice.

Digital & Technology Solutions: Discuss how data analytics can be used to influence people.

Economics: What are the most likely implications of the economic sanctions imposed on Russia?

English: Should the subject English Literature be replaced by Global Literatures?

History: What can historians learn from the study of past empires and imperialism?

Law: Must we always obey the law?

Philosophy: Can it ever be morally acceptable to sacrifice an innocent person for some greater good? Illustrate your answer with examples.

Politics: What would have to change about ‘democracy’ in order to restore faith in democracy among young people?

Psychology: How could psychology explain atrocious acts towards humans, such as during war times?

Overall Winner

Wenyue Zhu Read Wenyue’s essay

Winner: Avi Shah Read Avi’s essay

Runner up: Nao Fukui Read Nao’s essay

Runner up: Noor Lababidi Read Noor’s essay

Digital & Technology Solutions

Winner: Lukas Svedberg Read Lukas’ essay

Runner up: Ayda Yazdani Read Ayda’s essay

Finalist (Special Commendation): George Hastings Read George’s essay

Finalist (Special Commendation): Deborah Kanu Read Deborah’s essay

Winner: Emma Cortinovis Read Emma’s essay

Winner: Freya Nott Read Freya’s essay

Winner: Sana Sibhal Read Sana’s essay

Runner up: Duncan Wong Read Duncan’s essay

Winner: Akinfolarin Akintola Read Akinfolarin’s essay

Runner up: Azka Rehman Read Azka’s essay

Runner up: Amayra Seth Read Amayra’s essay

Finalist (Special Commendation): Emily Tucker Read Emily’s essay

Finalist (Special Commendation): Leo Tomblin Read Leo’s essay

Winner: Alvin Zhou Read Alvin’s essay

Runner up: Jake Altmann Read Jake’s essay

Runner up: Xinyu Wang Read Xinyu’s essay

Finalist (Special Commendation): Eliza Mills Read Eliza’s essay

Finalist (Special Commendation): Alfie Holdstock Read Alfie’s essay

Winner: Oscar Luck Read Oscar’s essay

Runner up: Eunji Shin Read Eunji’s essay

Runner up: Isobel Harris Read Isobel’s essay

Finalist (Special Commendation): Owen Warrington Read Owen’s essay

Winner: Kaajal Basra Read Kaajal’s essay

Runner up: Vishnu Vadlamani Read Vishnu’s essay

Finalist (Special Commendation): Tiffany Bantin Read Tiffany’s essay

Politics & International Relations

Winner: Mia Krnic Read Mia’s essay

Runner up: Rebecca Silva Read Rebecca’s essay

Runner up: Kofi Hayford Read Kofi’s essay

Winner: Dia Nafis Read Dia’s essay

Runner up: Eilis Boden Read Eilis’s essay

Digital Futures Competition Winners

Year 12: Sakthivel Perumal Read Sakthivel’s essay

Year 13: Harvey Green Read Harvey’s essay

Student Portal
Teacher Portal

Medic Mentor is Part of Mentorverse ltd

Co. No: 15364722 VAT Reg: 456648553

01530 417 299

MENTOR HELPLINE

General Enquiries

Get INVOLVED IN Medic Mentor's

National essay & art competitions.

Prepare to unleash your creativity and make a lasting impression in the medical world. We invite you to take part in the highly esteemed national medical essay and art competitions, held four times a year. This is your chance to showcase your unique talents, whether through captivating essays or awe-inspiring artworks. As a winner, your outstanding work will be published in the national Mentor Magazine, reaching a wide audience of prospective healthcare students across the UK. Imagine the impact of seeing your name in print, alongside other talented individuals, as your ideas and artwork inspire others on their medical journey. Participating in these competitions not only allows you to express your creativity but also provides a platform for personal growth, skill development, and increased confidence.

Join Medic Mentor For Free and start your journey!

Why is it important to participate in medical competitions.

By securing a prize in these competitions, you showcase a range of desirable qualities that are highly sought after in the medical field. Firstly, it demonstrates your ability to think critically and articulate complex ideas effectively, whether through a well-crafted essay or an impactful piece of artwork. Medical schools recognise the value of participating in extracurricular activities that go beyond academic requirements, and these competitions exemplify your passion for medicine and your commitment to personal and professional growth.

Winning a prize in these competitions highlights your dedication to research, innovation, and staying abreast of the latest developments in healthcare. It showcases your willingness to go the extra mile, delve deeper into medical topics, and contribute meaningful insights to the field. This ability to engage in research and critical analysis is an essential skill for doctors, as they are constantly challenged with solving complex medical issues and staying updated with the latest advancements.

Moreover, the recognition and publication of your work in the esteemed Mentor Magazine provide invaluable exposure and credibility. It demonstrates that your ideas and artistic creations have been acknowledged by experts in the medical community, establishing you as a promising candidate in the eyes of medical school admissions committees. These achievements speak volumes about your potential as a future doctor and your ability to make a lasting impact in the field.

Medical Essay Competition!

We are thrilled to announce our current essay competition, centered around thought-provoking topics that are shaping the landscape of modern healthcare.

Theme : Skin Deep

Essay competition titles:

Medicine: Should aesthetic treatments and weight-loss medications be offered for free on the NHS?

Dental: To what extent is a straighter, whiter smile actually healthier?

Allied Health: What interventions should we prioritise to reduce the global incidence of skin cancer?

The deadline for submission is 1st May 2024 at 11:59pm, giving you ample time to craft a compelling essay that reflects your unique perspectives and critical insights. As a prospective doctor, dentist, veterinarian, or healthcare professional, this competition provides the perfect opportunity to enhance your reflective skills for your university application. It’s your chance to stand out and demonstrate your commitment to making a positive difference in the field of healthcare.

With a maximum word count of 1500 words, including the title and subheadings, you have the freedom to delve into your chosen topic with depth and clarity. Feel free to draw upon references to support your arguments, as we value evidence-based insights. Remember, the use of personal experiences and your own thoughts is encouraged, as it adds a unique dimension to your essay.

Our expert panel will be looking for essays that deliver a powerful message, offering critical insights into the chosen topic. We value creativity, originality, and a fresh perspective. By structuring your essay with clear paragraphs and utilising appropriate headings, you can effectively present your ideas and engage readers. Please use Calibri font size 12 for the main body of text, and feel free to experiment with larger font sizes for headings to make them stand out. And remember, your references are not a part of the 1500 word count.

We eagerly await your compelling essay submissions!

Medical Art Competition!

Get ready to showcase your creative flair and make a lasting impact through the National Artwork Competition. If you possess artistic talent and a passion for healthcare, this is the perfect opportunity for you to shine. Imagine having your artwork featured on the front page of our prestigious national wider reading magazine, reaching countless healthcare enthusiasts and professionals across the country.

The theme for our upcoming issue is “Skin Deep, ” providing a fascinating and thought-provoking subject for you to explore and express through your artwork. We invite you to submit Artwork on ‘Skin Deep’ for June’s front cover. Whether you prefer paintbrushes, pencils, or digital mediums, let your creativity soar as you create an A4 masterpiece that resonates with the theme. We encourage you to unleash your imagination, captivate our judges, and leave a lasting impression.

Please do not submit AI art.

The deadline for submission is 1st May 2024 at 11:59pm, giving you ample time to channel your artistic vision and produce a piece that truly embodies the essence of the theme. Don’t forget to scan your artwork at the highest possible quality to ensure its full glory is captured.

Participating in this competition is a fantastic opportunity for applying students in any healthcare-related specialty. By entering, you not only have the chance to have your artwork featured on the front cover but also to appear on the back cover, receive a certificate of recognition, and have your work showcased on the Medic Mentor website and social media platforms. It’s an incredible way to gain exposure, build your portfolio, and connect with a wide audience of healthcare professionals and enthusiasts.

Meet The Editorial Team Who Were Once Successful Medic Mentor Applicants Just Like You!

We teach 50,000 students every year and our authenticity policy mandates us to abide by the GMC’s professional code of conduct: honesty, integrity, respect and politeness. All photos and stories are of real people. We will never engage with false or paid for reviews on third-party review platforms. To learn more about our authenticity policy click here.

Chris Geddie

Editor-in-chief.

Honor Kitson

Senior medical editor.

Scarlett Debbage

Senior dental editor, meet the whole editorial team, let's get that medical school, application sorted.

Medic Mentor is an all-in-one solution to your medical school application. We bring only the best resources for tackling every single component of your medical school application to one place. We are here to help you work efficiently, by balancing the UCAS application process alongside your school work and extracurricular activities. One of the best ways to save you time is to direct you to the best advice and resources so that you do not have to waste time searching for them yourselves.

We know what you are going through, as doctors and medical students who were in your position! By combining application knowledge, extracurricular opportunities, platforms to up-skill and boost confidence, it is not a surprise that Medic Mentor students are successful. Will it be difficult? Yes, applying to medical school is not easy. But through Medic Mentor it will be less stressful, and even fun. Let’s get started!

Quick Application Guide to Medical School

Click on the links below to take you straight to the resources that you need help with.

Entry Requirements (Grades)
Work Experience
Volunteering
Extracurricular Opportunities
Medicine Personal Statement
Strategically Choosing 4 Medical Schools
Medical School Interviews
Scholarships to Study Medicine
Reapplication: What to do if you don't get in

Get Expert Advice at the Get into Medicine University Conference

Our partners.

Making a huge impact on the medical profession...

Privacy Policy
Website T & C's
Web Design by SO

Application Process
Open Days – 26th and 27th June 2024
The Tutorial System
Living in College
Our Undergraduates
Undergraduate Courses
Fellows and Lecturers 2023-24
Graduate Accommodation
Graduate Funding
Graduate Life
Middle Common Room
Apply for the Visiting Student Programme
Working with teachers

Essay Competitions

Kent Coast Runs & Other Events
Quick Contact – The College Office
Dates of Term & Move-in Dates
Academic Feedback Form
Degree Ceremonies
Academic Transcripts, Letters & Certificates
Academic Awards & Prizes
Learning Development & Support Tutor
Accessibility Guide
Accident and Near-Miss Report Form
Accommodation, Grounds & Facilities
Discipline & Deans
Chapel & Faith
Health & Welfare
IT Services
Undergraduates
Being at St Hugh’s
Studying at St Hugh’s
Making the most of St Hugh’s
Emergencies
Discover St Hugh’s
The Buildings
The Gardens
The College Archive
Whom to contact about……?
Visiting the College
The Lady Ademola Project
Work For Us
Our Community
Staff Facilities
The College Lodge
Privacy & Data Protection
Freedom of Information
Accessibility Statement
St Hugh’s College Shop
Update Your Details
Your Development Team
Supporting the College
Forthcoming Alumni Events
Alumni Association
100 Years of Oxford Degrees for Women
2024 Telethon Campaign
Alumni Communications
Alumni News
Celebration Events
Meetings & Conferences
Private Dining
Accommodation
The Conference & Events Team

Home → Study Here → Outreach → Essay Competitions

St Hugh’s essay competitions are open to Sixth Formers from the UK and across the world. These are a fantastic opportunity to explore a topic of interest in a particular subject in more depth, whether something you have studied at school has inspired you, or whether you are keen to broaden your horizons in a new academic discipline.

All four competitions are now open: the deadline for submissions is 5pm (GMT) on Friday 26th July 2024.

To find out more about these competitions please click on the links below:

Mary Renault

Kavita singh, gwyneth bebb, privacy overview.

Telephone Tel: +44 (0) 20 7499 2394
Email Email: [email protected]

Strategic Guidance

Private Oxbridge Consultation
International Oxbridge Consultation
Postgraduate Applications Guidance
Book a Complimentary Call

Comprehensive Support

The Premier Service
Oxbridge Preparation Course

Targeted Support

Oxbridge Personal Statement Support
Oxbridge Admissions Test Support
Oxbridge Interview Preparation Support

Application Guidance

‘Aspiring to Oxbridge’ School Talk
Teacher Training Workshop
Individual Guidance Consultations

Personal Statement Support

Personal Statement Group Workshop
Personal Statement Consultations

Admissions Test Preparation

Admissions Test Day
Admissions Test Course

Interview Preparation

Interview Preparation Day
Interview Preparation Course

Free Library

Oxbridge Interview Resources

Admissions Tests Resources

Student Library
Teacher Library
Keeping You Current
Webinar Library

Our Publications

Course reports, oxbridge applications.

Become A Tutor
Our Offices
Dukes Education

News & Press

Widening Access
Publications
Sign In Register
Sign In Register

A Comprehensive Guide to the Cambridge College Essay Competitions

Cambridge college essay competitions, thinking of applying to oxbridge but need new ways to get ahead of the game with your application what plenty of students aren’t aware of is the fact that many of the cambridge colleges hold essay prizes for students in year 12 focusing on various subjects, allowing prospective applicants to get a taste of what uni-level essay writing might be like, as well as giving you something great to put on your cv. below is a comprehensive list of the essay competitions help by the various cambridge colleges, listed by subject. if any of them take your fancy, be sure to head over to the college website to get more details about how to enter and when the deadlines are we’ve also included past and present questions to give you a bit of an idea about what each competition is likely to entail., multi-disciplinary/humanities robinson college essay prize the robinson college essay prize is open to all students in year 12 (lower sixth, or equivalent) at a uk school during the 2020-21 academic year. it is designed to give students the opportunity to develop and showcase their independent study and writing skills. entrants are invited to submit a response to any one of the questions given, which should be no longer than 2,000 words (including footnotes and captions). the questions may be discussed with reference to any academic discipline or area of interest. up to three entries may be submitted per school, so please discuss your application with your school prior to entry. 2021 questions: 1. "a person may cause evil to others not only by his actions but by his inaction, and in either case he is justly accountable to them for the injury." (js mill). do you agree 2. 'creativity should be the highest goal of education.' discuss. 3. "in policy making, there is no such thing as 'the data', and therefore no such thing as 'acting on the data'." do you agree 4. "the translated text must add up to the original... [translation] is like a problem in math—using different numbers, the answer must be the same, different numbers must add up to the same answer." (lydia davis). discuss. 5. watch this video featuring the poet kamau braithwaite and discuss the significance of 'archives of freedom'. girton college humanities writing competition this annual competition is an opportunity for year 12 students to research and write beyond the curriculum, using one or more of the lawrence room museum objects, as their focus. essays or creative responses (such as dramatic monologues or short stories) are equally welcome. the judges are looking for the ability to connect different areas of knowledge, to think about details and to communicate clearly. archaeology fitzwilliam college archaeology essay competition this essay competition is for students in year 21 or equivalent; limit of 2500 words. 2022 questions: 1. what can responses to climate in the past teach us today 2. in what ways does the study of archaeology remain political 3. how is construction and building in the past symptomatic of imminent social collapse architecture fitzwilliam college architecture design competition 2022 brief: you are challenged to design a new building somewhere on the fitzwilliam college site. this building will serve as a hub for interaction between teaching staff and students, where they can share and explore ideas. during the design process, you will need to think about what programmes or activities need to be accommodated in the new building. for instance, you can consider including spaces for social interaction such as a new cafe, as well as spaces to have quieter conversations in groups of different sizes. you must also consider possible locations for the new building within the college site, taking into consideration the other college buildings in your design, as well as the landscaped areas preserving mature trees as much as possible. this should be seen as an opportunity to create an interesting relationship between the interior and exterior spaces. you are required to submit: - project title that best describes your design intention and final design solution - design narrative of 500 words that concisely explains your design inspiration, design objective, and final design strategy developed to meet your design objective - drawings that show the following: 1) floor plan(s) of your building at 1:200 scale 2) one elevation and one section of the building that best describes main features of the design solution 3) one site plan that indicates the location of the building in relation to existing buildings in the college site. a detailed site plan showing the ground floor plans of the individual buildings is available on the essay competition website for reference, but you should produce a new drawing for the competition submission. 4) one perspective drawing of your building that highlights your design intention and shows the placement of a new building in relation to existing college buildings nearby. classics fitzwilliam college ancient world and classics essay competition this essay competition is for students in year 21 or equivalent; limit of 2500 words. 2022 questions: 1. do ancient audiences / readers / listeners matter to our interpretations of ancient texts discuss with reference to any text or texts of your choice. 2. why do we need new translations of ancient texts discuss with reference to any text or texts of your choice. 3. “the ancient world was more concerned with controlling nature than conserving it.” discuss with reference to any area or period of your choice. 4. when does childhood end in the ancient world discuss with reference to any area or period of your choice. 5. why does aristotle say that people are ‘political animals’ was he right 6. how important was trade with the near east and / or egypt in any period of your choice english trinity college gould prize for essays in english literature trinity college launched the gould prize for essays in english literature in 2013. this is an annual competition for year 12 or lower 6th students. the prize has been established from a bequest made by dr dennis gould in 2004 for the furtherance of education in english literature. candidates are invited each year to submit an essay of between 1,500 and 2,500 words on a topic to be chosen from the list of questions. newnham college the woolf essay prize n 1928, virginia woolf addressed the newnham arts society on the subject of ‘women and fiction’, and from this talk emerged her seminal text, a room of one’s own. a room of one’s own raises a number of questions surrounding the place of women in society and culture, and the competition allows students to contemplate these themes and ideas while developing the independent research and writing skills essential to university-level study. 2021-22 questions: 1. ‘only the fellows and scholars are allowed here; the gravel is the place for me.’ how have female writers been inspired by limitations placed on their educational experiences you may discuss historical or modern-day examples. 2. ‘a woman might write letters while she was sitting by her father’s sick-bed. she might write them by the fire whilst the men talked without disturbing them’. how might letters add to our understanding of female writers and their work you may discuss the letters of any female author, poet or playwright. 3. ‘anonymity runs in their blood. […] they are not even now as concerned about the health of their fame as men are, and speaking generally, will pass a tombstone or a signpost without feeling an irresistible desire to cut their names into it’. should the women of the past be commemorated in a different manner to their male counterparts explain. queen’s college the estelle prize for english queens' college invites submissions for the english prize 2021, which will be awarded to the best essay submitted by a year 12 (lower sixth form) student. essays must be less that 2500 words., fitzwilliam college history essay competition this essay competition is for students in year 21 or equivalent; limit of 2500 words. 2022 brief: fitzwilliam college traces its origins to 1869, when the university of cambridge launched an initiative to facilitate access to higher education for the many students who could not afford the costs of college membership. the initiative was part of the broader transformation of education in britain, as the changes wrought by industrialisation and urbanisation created a need to cater for a growing, increasingly diverse and literate population. earlier decades had already witnessed the establishment of king’s college london, durham university, and the university of london, for instance, and colleges for women were beginning to open in cambridge and oxford. these radical social and economic changes were themselves connected to the intensification of globalisation in the second half of the nineteenth century, which placed britain at the heart of an ever-tighter web of economic relations between the world’s continents. but the same year also witnessed the birth of mohandas – later mahatma – gandhi, who would come to challenge britain’s colonial rule and lead india on the path to independence; the death of alphonse de lamartine, the poet and politician who had proudly proclaimed france’s second republic in 1848, but whose final years were lived under the more authoritarian second empire; the marriage of emperor meiji, which consolidated japan’s monarchy as the country began a new process of industrialisation; and the establishment by susan b. anthony and elizabeth cady stanton of the national woman suffrage association in a united states still recovering from the civil war. in 1869, as throughout history, old and new worlds collided. we invite applicants to examine, in their essays, a topic of their choice, connected to the changes taking place in or around the year 1869. essays may focus on a particular event, a person, a political movement, or even a process of social, economic or cultural change, but they should consider the interaction of ‘old’ and ‘new’ forces which the chosen topic illuminates. fitzwilliam college rosemary horrox medieval world essay competition this essay competition is for students in year 21 or equivalent; limit of 2500 words. 2022 questions: 1. how can the study of dead languages help us understand medieval cultures 2. what qualities made heroes heroic and villains villainous in medieval literature 3. how far do medieval texts give us any cause for optimism in their presentation of gender 4. did the european middle ages witness the “invention of race” 5. were war and/or rebellion the defining features of medieval society 6. “medieval europe cannot be studied in isolation from the rest of the world”. do you agree trinity college robson history prize the robson history prize is an annual competition for year 12 or lower 6th students. the prize was established in 2007 in memory of the historian robert robson, who was for many years a fellow and tutor at trinity. the aims of the robson prize are twofold: firstly, to encourage ambitious and talented year 12 or lower sixth students considering applying to university to read history or a related discipline; and secondly, to recognize the achievements both of high-calibre students and of those who teach them. 2022 questions: the robson history prize for 2022 had 94 questions in the categories of british history, european history, world history, and historiography, so head to the website for the full list. newnham college history essay prize the newnham history essay prize is open to all female students currently in year 12 (lower sixth) at uk state school. essays should be between 1500 and 2500 words. 2021-22 questions: 1. ‘historians shouldn’t be political pundits’. discuss 2. can the history of clothing tell us about anything other than changes in fashion 3. is historical change driven by great individuals, land economy fitzwilliam college land economy essay competition this essay competition is for students in year 21 or equivalent; limit of 2500 words. 2022 questions: 1. do you believe that environmentalist civil society organisations, such as extinction rebellion and greenpeace, can be effective at pushing governments to adopt environmental policies aimed at addressing the climate and ecological crises 2. ‘territorial inequality between different parts of the uk is extremely high. this undermines the principle of equality of opportunities, because individuals’ life chances crucially depend on where one happens to be born and raised.’ discuss, possibly drawing on examples from your own area of residence. 3. some argue that the covid-19 pandemic has dramatically impacted the fate of inner cities and, in the future, expensive, commuter-driven urban cores will decline in favour of less compact/dense areas such as towns and the countryside. do you agree, law trinity college robert walker prize for essays in law the prize is named after an honorary fellow of the college, lord walker of gestingthorpe, a retired justice of the supreme court and former law student at trinity. essays can be of any length up to 2,000 words (including footnotes). 2022 question: ‘what responsibilities in connection with the environment and sustainability, if any, should the law assign to owners and to occupiers of land’, linguistics trinity college linguistics essay prize this annual essay competition aims to raise awareness of the systematic study of language as an interesting and multifaceted subject in and of itself. the competition is open to all students with an interest in how language works regardless of the specific subjects they are currently studying at a-level (or similar qualification). for example, it may be of interest to students taking a-levels in modern languages, english language or classics, but also to students taking psychology or mathematics. 2022 topic: ‘people who speak two or more languages or dialects sometimes switch between them within the same conversation, and even within the same sentence. what reasons make people switch languages (or dialects) why is this interesting for linguists should linguists prescribe if switching is good or bad’, philosophy trinity college philosophy essay prize the philosophy essay prize is open to year 12 or lower 6th students. the aim of the prize is to encourage able sixth formers to pursue their interest in philosophy, with the hope that they will be encouraged to read this or related subjects at university. 2022 questions: - which philosophical insight that you have come across in your life so far has been the most important one for you - what is the difference between knowledge and understanding - is truth a human invention newnham college philosophy essay prize the newnham philosophy essay prize is open to all female students currently in year 12 (lower sixth) at a uk state school. it is designed to give students the opportunity to think and write about philosophy and philosophical matters in the broadest sense, while developing their independent study and writing skills. through exposure to the type of work they might be expected to do at cambridge, newnham hope to encourage philosophy applicants to the university – and hopefully to newnham, where women’s history and educational excellence are, of course, central. 2021-22 question: ‘sentences such as “a good oak tree has deep roots” can be true, and true irrespective of anybody’s opinion. in other words, such sentences can be objectively true. now, the word “good” doesn’t change its meaning just because it’s being applied to members of one species rather than another. so, sentences such as “a good human being is kind” can be objectively true as well.’ should we be convinced by this kind of argument for the objectivity of ethical judgements, politics trinity college r.a. butler politics prize the objectives of the r.a. butler prize are twofold. firstly, it aims to encourage students with an interest in modern politics and world affairs to think about undertaking university studies in politics, international studies or a related discipline; it is not limited to those already studying these subjects or indeed other social sciences. secondly, its intention is to recognise the achievements both of high-calibre students and of those who teach them. essays can be up to 3,000 words, including all footnotes and references but excluding the bibliography. 2022 questions: - whom do elected representatives, in practice, represent - are the police institutionally discriminatory - is it ever legitimate for one country to invade another - should countries be punished for the actions of their leaders - do international regional organisations offer the best prospects for cooperation between states in the contemporary world - are international organisations biased towards the interests of wealthy countries - what should the uk be doing to help refugees - should every family own its own home - what statues should come down, and which (if any) should stay up - what policies should the uk government be implementing to ensure it meets its commitments made at the un climate change conferences, maths newnham college philippa fawcett mathematics essay prize the philippa fawcett mathematics prize is open to all female students currently in year 12 (lower sixth) at a uk state school. the prize may be of particular interest to those studying mathematics, statistics or further mathematics but we welcome entries from interested students studying any combination of subjects. entrants are invited to submit a response to any one of the questions below. submissions should comply with the following: • 4-6 a4 sides maximum including all figures, diagrams, tables and bibliography • 12 point font minimum • 2 cm margins minimum • 2500 words max. 2021-22 questions: 1. how does mathematics protect your privacy online 2. what are the most fascinating aspects behind the mathematics of music discuss how mathematics is related to the theory of musical structures and/or instruments. 3. mathematics and climate change: what role do you think mathematics can play in guiding policy makers and in helping public understanding, medicine newnham college medicine prize the newnham college medicine prize is open to all female students currently in year 12 (lower sixth) at a maintained sector uk school. the prize may be of particular interest to those studying biology and chemistry, but we welcome entries from interested students studying any combination of subjects. entrants are invited to submit a response to any one of the questions below. submissions should comply with the following: • 6 a4 sides maximum including all figures, diagrams, tables and bibliography • 12 point font minimum • 2 cm margins minimum • 1500-2500 words total (including footnotes and figure captions, but excluding bibliography) 2021-22 questions: 1. how realistic is it to develop a small molecule therapy for covid-19 could such a therapy be rolled out in a timeframe that it could have an impact on the current pandemic 2. sleep deprivation in clinical health settings. does it matter 3. looking to the future. will stem cell therapies be outpaced by machine-brain interfaces for the treatment of retinal disease, music newnham college music essay prize the newnham music essay prize is open to all female students currently in year 12 (lower sixth) at a maintained sector uk school. it is designed to give students the opportunity to think and write about music in its broadest context, while developing their independent study and writing skills. 2021-22 questions: 1) how have improvements in transport and communications infrastructure affected the history of music – and in what ways might they do so in future 2) evaluate the challenges and opportunities presented to musical culture in a time of global pandemic. 3) in some ways music can be thought of as the ultimate interdisciplinary subject, but it is also highly specialised in other respects. examine this paradox in the context of the debate about music’s role in primary and secondary education., sciences newnham college engineering essay prize the newnham engineering prize is open to all female students currently in year 12 (lower sixth) at a uk state school. the prize may be of particular interest to those studying physics, mathematics, further mathematics, chemistry, biology, design and technology or economics, but they welcome entries from interested students studying any combination of subjects. 2021-22 questions: 1. what can engineers do to mitigate climate change - atmospheric levels of co2 are increasing and the world is waking up to the problem of climate change brought about by human-generated greenhouse gas emissions. as engineers, we have the skills and expertise to make a difference, providing technological solutions to reduce global carbon emissions. all engineering disciplines have a role to play and some areas are suggested below. (a) electric power generation and consumption. what are ‘renewable sources’ of electric power generation how do they work and what are their strengths and limitations are there any new sources being researched and developed that might provide solutions for the future could the uk generate all its electricity from renewable sources - how can we reduce our demand for electric power so that we don’t need to generate so much - there may be opportunities in both domestic and commercial/industrial consumption, e.g. energy efficient homes, energy-efficient manufacturing, low power consumer electronics. (b) transport. modern lifestyles involve a lot of transport, of people as well as goods. how energy-efficient are different modes of transport, and what is the potential for reducing their carbon footprint (c) construction. this sector is one of the biggest emitters of carbon globally. the carbon emissions arise from many sources, especially the huge amount of concrete used in construction projects but also including the energy to power machines. do we have any alternatives for materials or technology strategies to reduce these emissions (d) other engineering areas. technological solutions can be found in all engineering disciplines. you are encouraged to choose for the topic of your essay an example that interests you. 2. data and information engineering data and information engineering is being used everywhere around us. our life increasingly relies on data analysis, from the recent developments in the automotive sector to social media, from machine assisted surgery to law forensics. the data deluge provided by recent technological advances has made automation in data analysis necessary to identify hidden patterns of information within the considered datasets. it is also true that a fully automated world could bring new risks and dangers that did not exist even just a few years ago (e.g., the ethical dilemmas of self driving cars). write an essay on the major aspects of social awareness in ai development, and how this could impact: a) the health sector. b) government, democracy and policing. c) sustainable development. d) another major topic of your interest. you are encouraged to think about the engineering considerations related to some of these topics as well as the ethical considerations. what makes an algorithm particularly helpful or harmful newnham college biological sciences essay prize the newnham college biological sciences prize is open to all female students currently in year 12 (lower sixth) at a uk state school. the prize may be of particular interest to those studying biology, chemistry, physics, or mathematics, but we welcome entries from interested students studying any combination of subjects. entrants are invited to submit a response to any one of the titles overleaf. submissions should comply with the following: - 5 a4 sides maximum including all figures, diagrams, tables and bibliography - 12 point font minimum - 2 cm margins minimum - 2500 words max. 2021-22 questions: 1. is biology in a reproducibility crisis 2. assess the contribution of artificial intelligence (ai) to recent scientific advances. 3. past and present: how has infection shaped the human genome newnham college computer science essay prize the computer science essay prize is open to all female students currently in year 12 (lower sixth) at a maintained sector uk school. the prize may be of particular interest to those studying computer science, mathematics, physics, or chemistry, but we welcome entries from interested students studying any combination of subjects. entrants are invited to submit a response to any one of the questions overleaf. submissions should comply with the following: - 4-6 a4 sides maximum including all figures, diagrams, tables and bibliography - 12 point font minimum - 2 cm margins minimum - 2500 words maximum 2021-22 questions: 1. is there a fundamental difference between self-driving cars and a "slaughter army" of killer drones 2. mobile phone apps are generally written by commercial entities for private gain. if you had the same resources to design one mobile phone app that would make the world better, what would it be and how would it work, get in touch.

Here at Oxbridge Applications we specialise in offering tailored, subject-specific advice to applicants every single day, all curated by a team of Oxbridge graduates who have all made the most of the process themselves. For more details about how we can support you in your application, email [email protected] , or call us on +44 (0)20 7499 2394 .

peterhouse essay competition 2023

IMAGES

VIDEO

COMMENTS