Oxford Biochemistry (Molecular and Cellular) interview 2026: dates, questions, format and success rate
Oxford interviews 35% of Biochemistry applicants, online, and offers a place to 38% of those interviewed.
Figures from ox.ac.uk, checked 18 October 2026.
At a glance
- When: 7-10 Dec 2026
- Format: Panel interview, Online (Oxford academic tutors)
- How many: 2 (two different colleges)
- Length: 25 min (Hertford College's interview)
- Who's interviewed: All shortlisted applicants (345 of 996 last cycle)
- Before it: Short article to read beforehand (some interviews)
How the Oxford Biochemistry (Molecular and Cellular) interview runs
- Before: Short article to read beforehand (some interviews)
- Interviews: 2 (two different colleges), 7-10 Dec 2026, online
- Each one: 25 min (Hertford College's interview), with Oxford academic tutors
- In the room: Working through problems on paper or an interactive whiteboard
- They assess: "An informed interest in the subject (originating from podcasts, videos, books, magazine articles etc)", in the university's own words
Applied: 996. Interviewed: 345. Offered: 132 (2026 entry (2025-26 cycle)).
Questions asked
- Official sample question: Why do we need ATP, why not just release energy from glucose directly?
- Official sample question: How does blood maintain its pH?
- Official sample question: What is the concentration of water?
Every question reported for this course is open with a free account.
Oxford Biochemistry (Molecular and Cellular) interview FAQ
When are Oxford Biochemistry interviews in 2026?
7-10 Dec 2026.
Online or in person?
Online, as a panel interview.
How long is each interview?
25 min (Hertford College's interview). 2 (two different colleges).
What percentage of applicants are interviewed?
35%, and 38% of those interviewed got an offer.
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