Oxford Conditional Offers

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Hi forum,

I have an offer for a DPhil at Oxford. The academic condition was that I obtain a Distinction on my MPhil. However, it looks as if it may not happen. Does anyone know how in/flexible Oxford is if you miss the condition?

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I'm certainly no expert, but I think it can vary depending on in which faculty you are. Rumors in the history faculty say that if you have a good working relationship with your supervisor you might have some leeway. But that is far from official, and generally depends on already being at Oxford.

The best thing to do would be to contact someone in your specific faculty. If you are not comfortable talking with your supervisor, speak with admissions. They will be able to give you a concrete answer either way.