Matthew Amalfitano-Stroud

Matt Amalfitano-Stroud joined the UniAdmissions team as an Outreach Officer, where he is now responsible for creating guides and materials to support Oxbridge applicants through the admissions process. Through his multiple years with UniAdmissions, Matt has developed a deep understanding of Oxbridge and is ready to inform applicants of any updates to the process that arise.
How To Support Your Child During The Oxbridge Application
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How To Support Your Child During The Oxbridge Application

Most Oxbridge applicants have a tough time working through the admissions process, so it’s important that you’re able to support them through each step of the journey. This guide will help you understand the process and provide tips for how you can help your child earn their offer.

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When Should I Start Preparing For My University Application?
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When Should I Start Preparing For My University Application?

If you’re applying to study at a university, you’ve got a difficult admissions process to get through. The most complicated admissions processes have numerous challenges to face, so when is the best time to start preparing for the task ahead? This guide breaks down when the best time to start working is based on your application.

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Understanding the UK University System - Your Essential Guide
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Understanding the UK University System – Your Essential Guide

Applying to attend university in the UK is a very unique process compared to most other countries in the world. This process can be confusing to navigate, so this guide explains all of the steps you’ll need to take to ensure you successfully apply and earn your place to study in the UK.

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TARA Basics: The Complete Guide
Admissions Test

TARA Basics – The Complete Guide

Pearson VUE and University Admissions Testing have announced a brand new admissions test for 2025, The Test of Academic Reasoning for Admissions (TARA). This test is currently due to be administered at UCL, this guide will explain everything we currently know.

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Oxford and Cambridge Gender Gap - Is There A Divide?
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Oxford and Cambridge’s Gender Gap – Is There A Divide in 2025?

This history of equality between male and female students at the Universities of Oxford and Cambridge is a long and tumultuous one. However, a lot of progress has been made in the last 100 years, leading to a fairer admissions process. However, is there still a gender divide at Oxbridge? This guide dives into the statistics to discover the ratios between current male and female students.

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LSE Economics Entry Requirements
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LSE Economics Entry Requirements

The London School of Economics is named after one of its most popular courses – Economics! It’s also one of the university’s most competitive collection of courses, so it’s important that you understand all of the entry requirements before you start the application process. This guide covers everything you need to know about applying to LSE Economics.

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Russell Group Acceptance Rates - The Definitive Guide
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Russell Group Acceptance Rates 2024 – The Definitive Guide

The Russell Group universities are some of the best in the UK, with several ranking among the best in the world. With the level of esteem, it’s no surprise that many are difficult to get into. In this guide, we’ll learn how competitive these universities are by reviewing their admissions statistics, including their overall acceptance rates.

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How To Get Into LSE (London School Of Economics)
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How To Get Into LSE (London School Of Economics)

LSE is one of the top universities in the UK, especially for those interested in finance. It’s also incredibly competitive, so getting a place on your chosen course can be incredibly tough. In this guide, we explore the application process for a standard course at LSE and explain how you can improve your chances of success.

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Russell Group Universities Entry Requirements: Your Essential Guide
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Russell Group Universities Entry Requirements: Your Essential Guide

Russell Group Universities are considered to be some of the best in the UK, which means that competition for offers is high. As such, these universities tend to have higher entry requirements than your average university, although there’s a large amount of variance between courses and universities. In this guide, we’ll explore the standard entry requirements for getting a place at each Russell Group university.

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Russell Group University Rankings 2025: Your Essential Guide
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Russell Group University Rankings 2025: Your Essential Guide

The Russell Group universities are known for being the very best in the UK, as well as being some of the top universities in the world. But how do these universities perform in university ranking tables and which one is considered the best? This guide explores these questions to help you decide where to apply to.

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Interleaving Study Guide: A Study Method To Boost Your Performance
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Interleaving Study Guide: A Study Method To Boost Your Performance

There are many different ways to study, but not every method works for everyone. If standard methods of revision don’t feel right for you, there are various alternative methods you could try. In this guide, we’ll explore one of the most popular options – Interleaving.

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Oxford College Acceptance Rate Guide - What You Need To Know
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Oxford College Acceptance Rate Guide – What You Need To Know

When choosing a college to apply to at Oxford, there are many factors to consider. However, one that you may not have thought of is the offer and acceptance rates of each college. In this guide, we’ll explain all of the most recent admissions stats from the latest year to help you with your college selection.

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Last Minute Interview Tips For University Applicants

The last week before your Oxbridge university interview. Although it feels like most of the application process is out of your hands, there is still plenty to be improving! Here are a few key things to be doing in those final few days before your interview.

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What is a Good ESAT Score? ESAT Results Guide
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What is a Good ESAT Score? ESAT Results Guide

Getting a good score on the ESAT is crucial for remaining competitive in the Cambridge and Imperial application processes. In this guide, we’ll explore what score you should be aiming for and what previous years’ results look like.

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