Oxford has a distinctive collegiate structure. Students and academics benefit from belonging both to the University, a large, internationally-renowned institution, and to a college or hall, a small, interdisciplinary academic community.There are 38 Oxford colleges, which are financially independent and self-governing, but relate to the central University in a kind of federal system.
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Master's Programmes
Social Sciences (39)
- M.Sc. African StudiesSocial Sciences
- M.Sc. Archaeological ScienceSocial Sciences
- M.Phil. ArchaeologySocial Sciences
- M.St. Archaeology
- M.St. Classical Archaeology
- M.Phil. Classical Archaeology
- M.St. Classical Hebrew Studies
- M.Phil. Classical Indian Religion
- Social Sciences
- M.Phil. Comparative Social Policy
- Social Sciences
- M.Phil. Development Studies
- M.St. Diplomatic Studies
- Humanities
- M.Phil. Economic and Social History
- M.Phil. Economics
- Social Sciences
- Social Sciences
- M.Sc. Experimental Psychology
- M.Sc. Financial EconomicsSaïd Business School, University of Oxford
- M.Sc. Financial Economics
- Social Sciences
- M.Sc. Latin American StudiesSocial Sciences
- M.Sc. Medical AnthropologySocial Sciences
- M.Sc. Migration StudiesSocial Sciences
- Social Sciences
- M.Sc. Psychological ResearchSocial Sciences
- Social Sciences
- Social Sciences
- Medical Sciences
- Social Sciences
- M.Phil. Social AnthropologySocial Sciences
- M.Sc. SociologySocial Sciences
- Social Sciences
Humanities (32)
- M.Sc. Ancient Philosophy
- Social Sciences
- M.Th. Applied Theology
- M.St. Archaeology
- M.St. Bible Interpretation
- M.Phil. Buddhist Studies
- M.St. Classical Archaeology
- M.Phil. Classical Archaeology
- M.St. Classical Hebrew Studies
- M.Phil. Classical Indian Religion
- M.St. Creative Writing
- M.Phil. Cuneiform Studies
- M.Phil. Development Studies
- M.Phil. Eastern Christian Studies
- Humanities
- M.Phil. Economic and Social History
- M.Phil. Egyptology
- M.St. English (1900-Present)
- M.Sc. English Local History
- M.Phil. Greek And/or Roman History
- M.St. History
- M.St. History of Design
- Humanities
- M.Phil. Social AnthropologySocial Sciences
Business & Management (14)
- M.Sc/M.Phil. Biodiversity, Conservation & ManagementSocial Sciences
- M.B.A. Business Administration
- M.Sc. Financial EconomicsSaïd Business School, University of Oxford
- M.Sc. Financial Economics
- Postgraduate Diploma Financial StrategySaïd Business School, University of Oxford
- Postgraduate Diploma Global BusinessSaïd Business School, University of Oxford
- M.Sc. Law and FinanceSaïd Business School, University of Oxford
- Saïd Business School, University of Oxford
- Saïd Business School, University of Oxford
- Postgraduate Diploma Organisational LeadershipSaïd Business School, University of Oxford
- M.B.A. Oxford 1+1 MBASaïd Business School, University of Oxford
- M.B.A. Oxford Executive MBASaïd Business School, University of Oxford
- Postgraduate Diploma Strategy and InnovationSaïd Business School, University of Oxford
Medicine & Health (8)
- M.Sc. Clinical Embryology
- Humanities
- M.Sc. Medical AnthropologySocial Sciences
- M.Sc. PharmacologyMedical Sciences
Natural Sciences & Mathematics (7)
- M.Sc. Biochemistry
- M.Eng. Engineering ScienceMathematical, Physical and Life Sciences
- Mathematical, Physical and Life Sciences
- Postgraduate Certificate Nanotechnology
- M.Sc. NeuroscienceMedical Sciences
- M.Sc. Statistical ScienceMathematical, Physical and Life Sciences
Education & Training (6)
- Social Sciences
- M.Sc. Higher EducationSocial Sciences
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences (5)
- M.Sc/M.Phil. Biodiversity, Conservation & ManagementSocial Sciences
- Postgraduate Certificate Ecological Survey Techniques
- Social Sciences
Law (5)
- Social Sciences
- M.St. Diplomatic Studies
- M.Sc. Law and FinanceSaïd Business School, University of Oxford
Arts, Design & Architecture (4)
- M.St. Film Aesthetics
- M.F.A. Fine Art
- M.St. History of Design
Engineering & Technology (3)
- M.Sc. Clinical Embryology
- Postgraduate Certificate Nanotechnology
Computer Science & IT (2)
- M.Sc. Computer Science
- Mathematical, Physical and Life Sciences
About
History
As the oldest university in the English-speaking world, Oxford is a unique and historic institution. There is no clear date of foundation, but teaching existed at Oxford in some form in 1096 and developed rapidly from 1167, when Henry II banned English students from attending the University of Paris.
Education
- Oxford offers more than 350 different graduate degree programmes.
- Oxford's research activity involves more than 70 departments, the colleges, more than 1,800 academic staff, more than 5,500 research and research support staff, and more than 6,100 graduate research students.
- Undergraduate and postgraduate Oxford qualifications: certificates, diplomas, advanced diplomas, Master's and Doctoral degrees, offered part-time, in the arts, social sciences, diplomatic studies, human rights law, health care and biomedical sciences.
Research
Our core strategies set out how we propose to build upon Oxford’s existing strengths and share the knowledge we create with the wider world. They are also informed, as relevant, by our new overarching priorities. Each strategy is expressed as a series of commitments.
We believe that deciding what to research is a matter for the individual researcher or research group.
This belief reflects the value we accord to the principle of academic freedom, enabling the pursuit of academic enquiry subject to the norms and standards of scholarly undertaking, without interference or penalty.
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University Ranking
World University Rankings by Times Higher Education
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World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.
QS World University Rankings by TopUniversities
2019
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2018
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QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.
Academic Ranking of World Universities by Shanghai Jiao Tong University
2018
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2017
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2016
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ARWU World University rankings is the first world university ranking. It ranks the world's top 1000 colleges and universities based on objective indicator. They look at the number of award-winning (Fields Medals and Nobel Prize) scientists who are located there, how much of their research is cited and referenced around the world, and how much they've contributed to different academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, ARWU ranks the universities accordingly.
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
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Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
Services
Student services
The Student Information and Advisory Service is responsible for providing advice about issues affecting international students, including orientation, immigration questions, and assisting students who need to extend their visas.
The service also provides support for the University's broader international activities, and provides information on funds and opportunities for Oxford students wishing to study abroad.
The Student Information and Advisory Service is part of the Student Administration section of the University and is located at the Examination Schools on the High Street.
Housing services
Colleges provide accommodation for all undergraduate students during their first year of study and for at least one other year of their course. Many colleges are also able to provide accommodation to graduate students.
As an undergraduate student, you can choose to move out of college and live with friends in student accommodation for some of your time studying at Oxford.
The Graduate Accommodation Office lets and manages rooms, flats and houses in and around Oxford city centre, on sites owned by the University, to full-time graduate students.
Library services
Oxford meets the needs of its students, academics and the international research community with a wide range of library services provided by more than 100 libraries, making it the largest library system in the UK.
ICT services
- ITLC
- WebLearn
Medical services
A range of services are available for advice and consultation, whether work is affecting health, or health is affecting work, to ensure that you stay in the best possible shape.
For primary healthcare, you are advised to register with your college doctor, other local GP or with a local private medical practice for treatment.
Student Life
Campus life
Oxford is a beautiful city of stunning architecture, history and culture. You'll find ancient and modern colleges, fascinating museums and galleries, and plenty of parks, gardens and green spaces in which to relax. Plus, the city centre is small enough to cover on foot, and only a few minutes walk from the main rail and coach stations.
Sports facilities
Oxford has 83 University sports clubs, as well as countless college teams and recreational opportunities. Many colleges have their own pitches and facilities, while Oxford University Sport on Iffley Road offers a swimming pool, gym, sports hall, racket sport courts and more. It is also home to the running track on which Roger Bannister broke the four-minute mile.
Student clubs
Oxford SU (students' union)
As a student at Oxford, you automatically become a member of the SU. The SU is a democratic, student led and independent organisation here to represent, support and enhance the lives of Oxford students. Get involved in numerous campaigns run each year, contribute to SU run media channels – Oxide and the Oxford Student – or find out how the SU is representing your interests.The Global Study Awards
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Student Reviews
Anonymous rated 4 out of 5 stars
Oxford gives every student the opportunity to develop and learn at one of the most academically elite universities in the world.
Anonymous rated 4 out of 5 stars
I would recommend it because of the intellectual atmosphere of the university and because it helps you strive on to achieve greater success.
Anonymous rated 5 out of 5 stars
An inspiring environment for hardworking individuals with high academic goals.