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Oxford PPE: AAA

Oxford PPE asks for AAA at A-level and the TARA for 2027 entry.

2027 entry requirements

A-level offer
AAA
Required subjects
None required. Oxford recommends Maths to A-level.
Admissions test
TARAEveryone sits all three TARA modules (Critical Thinking, Problem Solving and the Writing Task), 12 to 16 October 2026.
IELTS
7.5 overall, at least 7.0 in each component (IELTS Academic)
2027 deadline
15 October 2026, 18:00 UK time (passed)

More of the offer

  • International Baccalaureate

    39 points including core, with 766 at Higher Level

  • Interview

    Shortlisted applicants have at least one online interview, expected in December.

Questions applicants ask

What A-levels do you need for Oxford PPE?

University of Oxford asks for AAA. Subjects: None required. Oxford recommends Maths to A-level.

Does Oxford PPE need the TARA?

Yes. Everyone sits all three TARA modules (Critical Thinking, Problem Solving and the Writing Task), 12 to 16 October 2026.

When is the Oxford PPE application deadline?

The UCAS deadline for 2027 entry was 15 October 2026, 18:00 UK time, and it has passed.

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