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International students

Applying to graduate study

The online application form for graduate study at Oxford you will submit and the documents you need to provide for the academic assessment of your application are the same regardless of whether you are from the UK, EU or outside the EU.

However, for many students applying from outside the UK and/or whose first language is not English, it will also be necessary to provide recent scores from a standardised test of English proficiency recognised by the University, such as IELTS or TOEFL, in order to demonstrate that you have the necessary skills and confidence in academic English to successfully engage with your programme at Oxford.

Some students will need a visa in order to study in the UK. The level of fees you will pay and the funding options available to you will also vary depending on factors related to your nationality and your country of legal permanent residence.

In addition to the standard information on the Graduate Admissions website, students from outside the UK should read the Guidance for International Students to make sure that they are familiar with the English proficiency requirement, and other parts of the admissions process which are particularly important to international students.

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Guidance for International Students

Full information on the English proficiency requirements for applying to graduate study

International events

The University runs a programme of international events every year, ranging from alumni events to admissions talks and recruitment fairs. A selection of upcoming international events of interest to prospective graduate students are collated below, including links to more information about each of the events, where they are being held, and how to register.

If the University is not currently holding any events in your region, sign up to our mailing list and you will be notified when a local event is organised. You can also visit our Virtual Open Day for an introduction to the key aspects of graduate study and life at Oxford.

Pre-Master's courses

The Department for Continuing Education offers two full-time pre-Master’s courses to prepare students for admission to postgraduate degree programmes at leading British universities.

Both courses combine the study of academic subjects with intensive English language practice. In addition to the academic writing, communication and study skills essential for success at graduate level, students learn how to take responsibility for their own learning and also develop enhanced critical thinking, organisational and presentation skills.