Do you need anything other than A-levels to get into Cambridge University?

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sneha | Contributor-Level 10

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Yes you will have to be an all rounder. International students to stand out in Cambridge University admissions, applicants should strictly focus on presenting a postive view of themseleves, beyond just academic A Levels. Students should highlight their unique experiences, interests, and perspectives which will help the examiner or the interviewer understand the potential of the applicant. Students must talk about experiences and challenges that they have overcome as that shows how the candidate takes tasks during tough times. But again, students must not over do things and boast about themselves in the mode of explaining themselv

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