How to Write an Arts and Humanities Essay
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Meet Your Speakers
Chloe Godsell
Partnerships Manager, Europe
Educated in the UK with an LLM from the University of Law in London, Chloe brings over 12 years of experience in UK education consultancy, spanning sales, marketing, partnerships, and leadership. Chloe joined Crimson in 2017 and currently oversees school and corporate partnerships, and leads the European boarding school admissions. She has supported hundreds of families in achieving their educational goals.
Christophe Porot
Scholar in Residence at Cambridge
Christophe Porot did his undergraduate studies at St. Olaf College before transitioning to Oxford University and Harvard University for postgraduate studies. He is now a Scholar in Residence at the Cambridge Centre for the Study of Platonism of Cambridge University and a PhD researcher in Philosophy at Paris 1 Sorbonne University. Christophe has received a CURI research grant to explore early modern science in a philosophical context and currently has 18+ publications.
Chloe Godsell
Partnerships Manager, Europe
Educated in the UK with an LLM from the University of Law in London, Chloe brings over 12 years of experience in UK education consultancy, spanning sales, marketing, partnerships, and leadership. Chloe joined Crimson in 2017 and currently oversees school and corporate partnerships, and leads the European boarding school admissions. She has supported hundreds of families in achieving their educational goals.
Christophe Porot
Scholar in Residence at Cambridge
Christophe Porot did his undergraduate studies at St. Olaf College before transitioning to Oxford University and Harvard University for postgraduate studies. He is now a Scholar in Residence at the Cambridge Centre for the Study of Platonism of Cambridge University and a PhD researcher in Philosophy at Paris 1 Sorbonne University. Christophe has received a CURI research grant to explore early modern science in a philosophical context and currently has 18+ publications.
On the Agenda
Learn how to approach essay questions in philosophy, literature, history and related fields — with expert guidance on argument structure, clarity, and critical engagement from an Oxford- and Harvard-trained philosopher and current Scholar in Residence at Cambridge University.
Why Writing Matters in the Arts and Humanities Explore what admissions officers look for in arts and humanities essays, and how strong writing skills are essential for both academic and admissions success.
Essay Planning Learn how to tackle open-ended, conceptual, or thematic prompts with confidence. Develop a strong thesis grounded in critical thinking, plan research using academic texts and primary sources, and organise your ideas to build depth and a clear, coherent argument.
Writing with Impact How to craft nuanced, persuasive arguments and structure essays for maximum clarity. Strike the right balance between personal voice, academic tone, and analytical depth—while avoiding common pitfalls and refining your style for impact.
From Essay to Offer See the impact of exceptional essays with real examples that led to top university offers. Watch a live essay review, hear a Crimson student success story, and learn how Crimson’s expert support can supercharge your admissions success.
On the Agenda
Learn how to approach essay questions in philosophy, literature, history and related fields — with expert guidance on argument structure, clarity, and critical engagement from an Oxford- and Harvard-trained philosopher and current Scholar in Residence at Cambridge University.
Why Writing Matters in the Arts and Humanities Explore what admissions officers look for in arts and humanities essays, and how strong writing skills are essential for both academic and admissions success.
Essay Planning Learn how to tackle open-ended, conceptual, or thematic prompts with confidence. Develop a strong thesis grounded in critical thinking, plan research using academic texts and primary sources, and organise your ideas to build depth and a clear, coherent argument.
Writing with Impact How to craft nuanced, persuasive arguments and structure essays for maximum clarity. Strike the right balance between personal voice, academic tone, and analytical depth—while avoiding common pitfalls and refining your style for impact.
From Essay to Offer See the impact of exceptional essays with real examples that led to top university offers. Watch a live essay review, hear a Crimson student success story, and learn how Crimson’s expert support can supercharge your admissions success.
How Crimson Can Help
The Challenge
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