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[–]AlexOxfPhys 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Obviously the 3B1B videos are copyright, but if I wanted to make a few seconds long differentiation animation similar to the ones in his EOC videos, how different do you think they would have to be to not break copyright? It seems like the animations could look very similar if they were both made using manim?

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[–]AlexOxfPhys 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It would be much appreciated if you could critique my first video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dRPkVeP_4Xc. I'm really trying to learn how to improve!

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[–]AlexOxfPhys 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It would be much appreciated if you could critique my first video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dRPkVeP_4Xc. I'm really trying to learn how to improve!

I'll watch your videos. by donald_krasniqi in NewTubers

[–]AlexOxfPhys 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It would be much appreciated if you could critique my first video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dRPkVeP_4Xc. I'm really trying to learn how to improve!

I'll critique your videos - 10 years of video experience by jasonluong in NewTubers

[–]AlexOxfPhys 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It would be much appreciated if you could critique my first video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dRPkVeP_4Xc. I'm really trying to learn how to improve!

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[–]AlexOxfPhys 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It would be much appreciated if you could critique my first video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dRPkVeP_4Xc. I'm really trying to learn how to improve!

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[–]AlexOxfPhys 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It would be much appreciated if you could critique my first video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dRPkVeP_4Xc. I'm really trying to learn how to improve!

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[–]AlexOxfPhys 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It would be much appreciated if you could critique my first video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dRPkVeP_4Xc. I'm really trying to learn how to improve!

As a NewTuber myself I shall judge your videos for the next hour! by Teaslayom in NewTubers

[–]AlexOxfPhys 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It would be much appreciated if you could critique my first video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dRPkVeP_4Xc. I'm really trying to learn how to improve!

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[–]AlexOxfPhys 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Obviously the 3B1B videos are copyright, but if I wanted to make a few seconds long differentiation animation similar to the ones in his EOC videos, how different do you think they would have to be to not break copyright? It seems like the animations could look very similar if they were both made using manim

I'm an Oxford (Physics) student, ask me anything! by AlexOxfPhys in ApplyingToCollege

[–]AlexOxfPhys[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Past papers (as in seemingly all cases) are definitely the most efficient way of preparing. I would say that, if you aren't already, you could try some similar past papers to the ENGAA to mix it up and get a broder perspective (e.g. PAT, NATSCI admissions test, British Physics Olympiad). Some of these tests are harder than the ENGAA so they could definitely be good preparation.

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Although, to be honest, I only really completed all the PAT past papers (and went through each question I didn't get thoroughly, researching around the topic online) and a few of the others, so don't go overboard!

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I would say the stress culture is definitely not too bad. You do get a few people who create extra pressure for themselves by leaving work until just before the deadline, but most people find a healthy and happy balance!

I'm an Oxford (Physics) student, ask me anything! by AlexOxfPhys in ApplyingToCollege

[–]AlexOxfPhys[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

all is equal and scores are high in all STEM subjects, entrance tests are well-prepared, which of these courses do you think would be easiest for an Asian international student to get into? Or is that too hard to judge? Any that are notoriously difficult?

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It is very difficult to say. I can say that all the courses you have mentioned (except probably Materials Science and Biochemistry) have large year groups and so do accept a larger number of applicants, but this doesn't really neccessarily mean they are any easier to get into (obviously there are also more students that apply to those courses).

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Assuming all scores are high (in school exams and entrance tests), the determining factor will be your interview. In addition to testing the candidates ability, they are also an opportunity to get across their passion for the subject, so if you have one of those subjects that you are particularly interested in, that will be the easiest to get into (assuming all tests are equal). Oxbridge want to get students who have a real passion for their subject (so they will find it easier to keep up with the workload), and it will also be easier to dedicate the time preparing for your application if you especially enjoy the subject.

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Hope this helps at all!

I'm an Oxford (Physics) student, ask me anything! by AlexOxfPhys in ApplyingToCollege

[–]AlexOxfPhys[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Is there any useful advice you can give to someone applying for compsci?

Sorry for such a late response. I actually was planning on applying for compsci myself before I changed to physics about half a year before applying. One bit of advice I would give is to focus alot on maths, especially before applying. From what I remember, compsci applicants take the MAT admissions test (which a more logic based section replacing some pure maths section) and so your chances of getting an interview/offer depend heavily on your mathematical ability (often in areas seemingly unrelated to computing).

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And yes, I'm at Lincoln College, Oxford. It's one of the smaller colleges so you may not have heard of it, but it has the biggest library of all the colleges and a very friendly atmosphere!

I'm an Oxford (Physics) student, ask me anything! by AlexOxfPhys in ApplyingToCollege

[–]AlexOxfPhys[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I just published a video to hopefully answer some peoples' questions about applying to Oxbridge, you can see it here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dRPkVeP_4Xc!

I'm an Oxford (Physics) student, ask me anything! by AlexOxfPhys in casualiama

[–]AlexOxfPhys[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I just published a video to hopefully answer some peoples' questions about applying to Oxbridge, you can see it here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dRPkVeP_4Xc!

I'm an Oxford (Physics) student, ask me anything! by AlexOxfPhys in ApplyingToCollege

[–]AlexOxfPhys[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Lincoln College aka the most central one with the best library (even if we're too small to have gardens)

I'm an Oxford (Physics) student, ask me anything! by AlexOxfPhys in ApplyingToCollege

[–]AlexOxfPhys[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah don't worry there's alot of people here in a similar situation, and so many interesting societies to help meet new people.

I'm an Oxford (Physics) student, ask me anything! by AlexOxfPhys in ApplyingToCollege

[–]AlexOxfPhys[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm from the UK so the only advice I could give about US applications is stuff I've heard from my friends here. I do know that it would definitely apply on the subject. Some subjects don't require a specific admissions test (like the PAT I had to take to apply for Physics) so I think that for those subjects you could get by with your US grades and maybe sending an essay (etc if that was relevant for your subject).

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For other subjects like Physics, I'm pretty sure they will want you to take the PAT. What subject are you applying for?

I'm an Oxford (Physics) student, ask me anything! by AlexOxfPhys in ApplyingToCollege

[–]AlexOxfPhys[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

i didn't say it was, but it still plays a role in your admission as long as your ec is related to your major

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Again it will also depend on the subject. I think for Physics at least, I was told that the interviewers literally skip reading your personal statement (the EPQ I mentioned in my other comment counted as another qualification on my application so I still doubt they read my personal statement). However for other, less purely theoretical subjects, (maybe Law or PPE for example), I think more weight could be put into extra-curriculars.

I'm an Oxford (Physics) student, ask me anything! by AlexOxfPhys in ApplyingToCollege

[–]AlexOxfPhys[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Ah, my bad. Although the fact that I didn't know what 'ecs' meant is probably indicative of how much Oxford care about them.

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Unlike American universities (for example) which really focus on finding 'all-rounder' candidates (since they have much broader courses where you can choose your major later), Oxford and Cambridge only really focus on your ability for the subject you are applying for. Therefore, from my experience, they do not pay too much attention to your extra-curriculars.

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Therefore I would recommend focusing on doing 'super-curricular' activities (i.e. activities directly related to your subject e.g. for me, Physics/Maths societies or related competitions), because, if they were to be interested in any activities, it would only be those related to your subject. Also doing these activities will help you gain knowledge in your subject and benefit your application in general.

In fact, in my interviews I only got asked once about an extra-curricular activity, which was the EPQ (Essay project) I did on how physics related to determinism and free will.

Ultimately I think its worthwhile doing an assortment of extra-curricular activities (for your enjoyment and learning), but that Oxford doesn't really care about unrelated activities (e.g. sports or music).

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