In our latest episode Laurel talks 'Compare and Contrast' with Mansfield College English tutor Lucinda and recent English graduate Maya. How do you prepare for the ELAT? How heavily is it weighted? What even is 'close reading'?! Tune in to find out all this and more...

Timestamps:

1.05 Favourite Book right now? The Importance of reading for fun

3.30 What does the ELAT look like? How to approach the paper

6.45 How to prepare & what the tutors are looking for

10.03 How do I structure my answer? 

13.55 How do I practice for the ELAT? Close reading skill development

18.40 What resources are available to me? Access & Outreach work

22.50 Best piece of advice for anyone applying?