Information for International Applicants

There is great competition: so, even if you have excellent qualifications, you may not be offered a place. It may be appropriate or necessary to undertake further study. (Please see the table of entrance requirements and further details on entrance requirements for more information.  See also details of international qualifications.)

For A-levels or the International Baccalaureate in your country, contact your local British Council Office or the International Baccalaureate Organisation.

Major changes to the way international students apply to enter and remain in the UK came into force on 31 March 2009. Please refer to our latest guidance.

The Student Information and Advisory Service is responsible for providing advice about issues affecting international students, including immigration questions, and assisting students needing to extend their visas. It coordinates a meet and greet service at Oxford bus station for students arriving at the start of the academic year, runs an annual Orientation Programme for new students.

The service also provides support for the University's broader international activities, including the International Student Barometer survey, coordinates the University's participation in the Erasmus programme and other exchanges, 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.  (See map.)