Oxford Archaeology and Anthropology interview 2026: dates, questions, format and success rate
Oxford interviews 66% of Archaeology and Anthropology applicants, online, and offers a place to 41% of those interviewed.
Figures from ox.ac.uk, checked 18 October 2026.
At a glance
- When: 14-15 Dec 2026 (Additional 17 Dec 2026)
- Format: Panel interview, Online (Oxford academic tutors)
- How many: At least 2 (college of preference + another college)
- Length: Typically 20 min (Hertford College)
- Who's interviewed: All shortlisted applicants (69 of 104 last cycle)
- Before it: Written work (three pieces of writing)
How the Oxford Archaeology and Anthropology interview runs
- Before: Written work (three pieces of writing); possibly a short passage to read before the interview
- Interviews: At least 2 (college of preference + another college), 14-15 Dec 2026, online
- Each one: Typically 20 min (Hertford College), with Oxford academic tutors
- In the room: Questions on any pre-read passage
- They assess: "An ability to think independently potential and motivation for studying archaeology and anthropology enthusiasm and interest in the combined disciplines...", in the university's own words
Applied: 104. Interviewed: 69. Offered: 28 (2026 entry (2025-26 cycle)).
Questions asked
- Reported by 2 sources: What is the role of archaeologists and museums?
- Reported question: How would you bring a population out of poverty?
- Reported question: How would you eradicate gender inequalities in society?
Every question reported for this course is open with a free account.
Oxford Archaeology and Anthropology interview FAQ
When are Oxford Archaeology and Anthropology interviews in 2026?
14-15 Dec 2026.
Online or in person?
Online, as a panel interview.
How long is each interview?
Typically 20 min (Hertford College). At least 2 (college of preference + another college).
What percentage of applicants are interviewed?
66%, and 41% of those interviewed got an offer.
Related
- Oxford Geography interview
- Oxford Human Sciences interview
- Cambridge Archaeology interview
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