Oxford University needs no introduction. It’s the top university worldwide and boasts a whopping 39 subjects in the top 10 nationally, attracting applications from the best of the best (Complete University Guide 2023).
Oxford does not operate as a single university campus. It’s made up of many university buildings peppered across the centre of Oxford city.
Legend has it that Oxford began with a beautiful princess called Frideswide who fled to Oxford to start a nunnery. That site is now Christ Church Cathedral!
Today, Oxford is world-renowned for its beautiful historic architecture blended with modern boutique shops and cafes. It’s a dreamy place that fuels the imagination, definitely a place that creatives can thrive!
Oxford's reputation attracts the brightest and best from across the globe. The university states that its wide-reaching inclusivity is one of the best things about studying there. A world-class education with worldwide enrichment.
Oxford has ambitious sustainability goals in becoming net-carbon zero with net-biodiversity gain by 2030. They’ve also created a vegan default dining policy for all university catered events!
You can study one of 50 undergraduate degrees plus a range of joint courses giving students the opportunity to explore different subject areas whilst considering the connections between them. If you’ve made it to Oxford, you’re probably a deep thinker, and Oxford courses endeavour to develop that trait even further.
Just like Durham and Cambridge, Oxford is a collegiate university meaning that all students will belong to a college and board there. There are over 30 Oxford colleges - you can state a preference in your UCAS application, but you should be flexible in any college offer you receive! Don’t worry - the Uni of Oxford will be awarding you your degree, not the college!
In 2020 Oxford made around £8 million of financial support available to undergrads alone! Colleges offer additional support that can help to cut costs, as well as additional support funds for those in need.
Explore your interests and develop new passions with over 400 clubs and societies to sink your teeth into at Oxford. Clubs and societies are a fantastic way to make friends, find like-minded souls and really shape your own unique university experience.
Did you know that the University of Oxford was established in the 11th century? This makes it the second-oldest known uni in the world (behind the University of Bologna)!
Grab every opportunity and always keep your eyes on the prize! Get clued up on the experiences that await - visit Oxford’s website here:
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