Wadham College
About the college
Wadham was founded by a woman in the 17th century with a mission to create a college of academic excellence in the heart of Oxford. We have been pushing the boundaries of knowledge and inquiry ever since.
As one of the bigger colleges of the University, we offer one of the widest selections of courses. We welcome academic excellence, whatever your background, and are known for our inclusive and welcoming culture.
Study with us and be taught by internationally renowned tutors and enjoy access to academic skills support and purpose-built study spaces. As well as a library that is open 24/7, Wadham boasts a newly built undergraduate centre for study in a relaxed, social environment.
Wadham offers college accommodation for each year of your undergraduate study, set within breath-taking gardens and outdoor spaces. This includes our recently completed Dorothy Wadham Building for second years, in vibrant East Oxford on Iffley Road.
Our gardens are home to one of the best collections of trees in Oxfordshire, and stage our famous annual music festival: Wadstock. As a student, you can enjoy Tai-Chi, outdoor theatre, tutorials, picnics, or simply a good book, within their secluded walls.
The Holywell Music Room is another jewel within our grounds. The oldest purpose-built concert hall in Europe, the Holywell hosts musical events throughout the year, many with discounts for Wadham students. As a student, you can also enjoy high-profile talks with famous alumni/friends of the College in the Holywell.
Food is served in our modern Refectory and in our centuries-old oak-panelled, vaulted-ceiling Hall. Though even when we go for grandeur, we’re relaxed about the dress-code! We also do our best to cater for individual dietary needs.
Our professional and dedicated welfare team and disability support are also committed to helping you flourish while at Wadham. We are passionate about supporting your potential, encouraging applications to a range of grants and scholarships which cover:
- books
- language learning
- travel
- course-related expenses
- as well as offering generous financial support to those who need it.
If you’re excited to pursue a world-class education in a friendly Oxford College that blends the old and the new, we’d love to receive your application!
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Wadham is...
'…the home of great debate, encouraging freedom of thought and expression.'
Rowan
'…being known for our work hard, play harder spirit!'
Karishma
'…always having someone to support you.'
Georgia
'…fantastic accommodation, particularly in second year - modern, well-equipped kitchens, ensuite bathrooms and comfy bedrooms.'
Tom
…the most gorgeous library where you can curl up on a beanbag with a view of the gardens.
Linette
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College facilities
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College accommodation
Accommodation | College availability |
---|---|
All first years on site | Yes |
Usually offered for all years | Yes |
Usually offered for three years | Not applicable |
Usually offered for first year and one other year | Not applicable |
Some vacation storage for international students | Yes |
Catering
Catering type | College availability |
---|---|
Dining hall | Yes |
Bar | Yes |
Café | Yes |
Facilities
Facility type | College availability |
---|---|
Gym on site | Yes |
Boathouse | Yes |
Library open 24/7 | Yes |
Computer rooms/stations | Yes |
Wi-Fi throughout college | Yes |
Music room | Yes |
Theatre/performance space | Yes |
Chapel | Yes |
Multi-faith prayer room | No |
Clubs and societies
Club / society | College availability |
---|---|
Music society | Yes |
Orchestra(s) | No |
Choir(s) | Yes |
Dramatic society | Yes |
College student magazine/paper | No |
Some subject societies | Yes |
Other societies | Yes |
Courses Available
- Asian and Middle Eastern Studies
- Biochemistry (Molecular and Cellular)
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Classical Archaeology and Ancient History
- Classics
- Classics and Asian and Middle Eastern Studies
- Classics and English
- Classics and Modern Languages
- Economics and Management
- Engineering Science
- English Language and Literature
- English and Modern Languages
- European and Middle Eastern Languages
- Foundation Year (Humanities)
- Foundation Year (Law)
- Foundation Year (PPE)
- History
- History (Ancient and Modern)
- History and Economics
- History and English
- History and Modern Languages
- History and Politics
- History of Art
- Human Sciences
- Law (Jurisprudence)
- Law with Law Studies in Europe
- Mathematics
- Mathematics and Computer Science
- Mathematics and Philosophy
- Mathematics and Statistics
- Medicine
- Modern Languages
- Modern Languages and Linguistics
- Philosophy and Modern Languages
- Philosophy, Politics and Economics (PPE)
- Physics
- Psychology (Experimental)
College outreach
Link areas
In order to ensure that all areas of the UK are fully supported by the University of Oxford, our colleges are working together to establish Oxford for UK, a series of regional outreach programmes offering tailored and local support to students of mixed ages, their parents and teachers.
Getting in touch with the college linked to your region has no influence on your chances of being accepted to this or any other particular college. You are also very welcome to get in touch with any other college for advice about applying or studying here.
Wadham College is part of Oxford for East England.
Link Local Authorities
Bedfordshire
Cambridgeshire
Central Bedfordshire
Luton
Havering
Islington
Newham
Redbridge
Tower Hamlets
Outreach programmes
Wadham’s access and outreach team provides a responsive and inclusive programme to help young people make informed choices about their futures.
Under the University’s Regionalisation Scheme, each Oxford College focuses their outreach work on particular local authorities across the UK. Our link regions are Barking and Dagenham, Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hackney, Havering, Islington, Luton, Newham, Redbridge and Tower Hamlets.
Through our Year 9/10 Aspiration Days, Wadham welcomes groups of up to 15 pupils per school. We also run Year 12 Taster Days which are a chance to spend a day at Wadham finding out more about studying here, as well as our Open Days which are a chance to meet current students and tutors and have a tour of the College. Moreover, we run a variety of Application Support workshops (including Creating a Personal Statement and Interview Preparation) and through our Summer Schools pupils take part in a week-long academic programme, live in College, meet student ambassadors studying at Oxford, and receive guidance in applying to university.
Sustained contact programmes
Wadham also has four key Sustained Contact Programmes:
Think Like a Lawyer
A programme for Year 12 students, funded by and run in collaboration with global law firm, Linklaters. The programme has 20 spaces and is designed around the first year of a law undergraduate degree.Access to Banking
The Wadham Project
Charlie Hutchison Project
Other outreach programmes
Contact
Access and Outreach at Wadham
Access and Outreach Officer: Dr Hugh Munro
[email protected]
Admissions : +44 (0) 1865 277545
[email protected]
www.wadham.ox.ac.uk
Postal address:
Wadham College
Parks Road, Oxford OX1 3PN