University of Oxford

Oxford University is the oldest university in the English-speaking world. Teaching has been taking place in Oxford since at least 1096 and developed rapidly through the 12th century.

The University has played a major role in the intellectual life of the country since its early days. Over nine centuries it has been a centre for debate and controversy in science, religion and the arts.

During the 20th and early 21st centuries, Oxford added to its humanistic core a major new research capacity in the natural and applied sciences, including medicine.

Location and Transport

About 100km (62 miles) north-west of London, with excellent links to the capital and the rest of the country.

Oxford is a lively medium-sized city with a total student population of over 40,000 (including students at both Oxford and Oxford Brookes).

Most University and college buildings are located in the centre and are easily reached on foot or by bike.

Student Mix

The 25,905 students enrolled in the academic year 2013/14 comprise..

Teaching Standard

Tutorials are at the heart of teaching at Oxford. A tutorial is a lesson with a tutor usually taking place once or twice every week. Tutors are experts in their field and often world-leaders. Students usually have to prepare work in advance, for example an essay or some mathematical problems, which they then discuss in the tutorial.

Through tutorials, students develop powers of independent, critical thought; analytical and problem-solving abilities, and written and oral communication skills.

Careers Guidance

Oxford University's Careers Service offers each and every student one of the most innovative careers programmes to equip students to make the most informed choice after their degree. With a strong focus on Learning and Development, any student can:

Have one or more 20 minute 1:1 sessions with an experienced Careers Adviser; over 5,500 sessions offered each year.

Apply to take part in The Student Consultancy, the Insight into Teaching, the Insight into Medicine and the Internship Programmes.

Attend the Springboard holistic development programme for women.

For further information

Web 

www.ox.ac.uk

Email   -undergraduate.admissions@admin.ox.ac.uk

Phone    +44 (0) 1865 270000

Address     

University of Oxford

University Offices

Wellington Square

Oxford

OX1 2JD

UCAS Code O33