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I wish to pursue LLM at Camridge or Oxford for 2026 intake and am also targeting the IVYs.
I have prepared my LoRs (Academic) including taking one professional LoR (not sure if it is of any utility) from an Oxford Alumn.
I seek some suggestions for writing the SoP. While I have chosen atleast 2 subjects from the past year offered papers common across Oxcam and intend to structure my SoP accordingly, any guidance n SoP preapration will be appreciated. Also, I want to know how far technical knwoeldge of the desired subject for choosing pursue LLM mst be reflected in the SoP?? I have a broader knowledge about the particular subject of choice and would only gain expertize if I get into these institutions, so, does the admission committee looks into the actual in depth technical knowledge of the subject we intend to opt?
Thanks