Open Day Information Centre
Colleges and departments are the best places to meet tutors, speak to students and find out all you need to know about the course you are interested in and about student life at Oxford. If you have other questions or would like further advice, the Open Day Information Centre hosts a range of talks, including for parents and teachers, and information stalls staffed by our student service teams.
If you need any guidance to help you find your way around events in Oxford, pop by to ask our dedicated team of staff and students here or at one of our information points in Radcliffe Square or by the Science Area and we’ll be happy to help.
This year the Open Day Information Centre will be located at the Schwarzman Centre for the Humanities.
Schwarzman Centre for the Humanities. Copyright © University of Oxford / John Cairns
Open Day talks for prospective applicants and supporters
Alongside the hundreds of college and department events taking place across Oxford, the following general information sessions will be taking place at the Schwarzman Centre for the Humanities and are open to prospective students, supporters and teachers.
Talks for prospective applicants
Talks for prospective applicants will be hosted in Room 308 at the Schwarzman Centre for the Humanities.
Applying to Oxford
When: 12:30-13:15
An overview of the Oxford admissions process, including course choice, application timelines, admissions tests, written work and interviews. Learn what tutors are looking for and how to prepare a competitive application.
Student Finance
When: 13:25-14:10
Learn about the costs of studying at Oxford, tuition fees, living expenses, bursaries, scholarships and financial support available to UK students.
Sport at Oxford
When: 15:10-16:55
Discover the range of sporting opportunities available at Oxford, from beginner participation to elite competition, including clubs, facilities and balancing sport with academic study.
Talks for parents and supporters
Talks for parents and supporters will be hosted in Room 308 at the Schwarzman Centre for the Humanities.
Supporting Your Young Person's Application
When: 14:20-15:05
Guidance for parents and supporters on the Oxford application process, including how to support course selection, application preparation and interview readiness.
Supporting Your Young Person's Welfare
When: 15:15-16:00
An introduction to the welfare, wellbeing and pastoral support available at Oxford, helping parents and supporters understand how students are supported during their studies.
Talks taking place elsewhere in Oxford
The following talks taking place at individual colleges around Oxford may be relevant to a wider audience regardless of which college they intend to apply to.
Teachers’ workshop: How to support your applicants
When: 11:00-12:00
Where: Christ Church
Life as a Muslim Student talk
When: 12:30-13:15
Where: The Queen's College
Life as an LGBTQ+ student at Oxford
When: 12:45-13:30
Where: St Anne's College
Care experienced and estranged students talk
When: 16:00-17:00 (2 July only)
Where: Magdalen College
Open Day information stalls
Also located at the Schwarzman Centre for the Humanities, stalls staffed by a variety of University teams will be on hand to answer any questions you may have about Oxford. Check out the teams represented at the Open Day Information Centre below.
Undergraduate Admissions and Outreach
Ask our admissions team any questions about your Oxford application.
International Admissions
Information and advice for international students who are considering applying to Oxford and their supporters.
Student Fees and Funding
Ask our fees and funding team about topics such as Oxford’s financial support provision, applying for government funding and the cost of living at Oxford.
Careers Service
Find out from the Careers Service about the support and opportunities available to Oxford students during and after their studies, including information about internships and graduate career prospects.
Student Welfare and Support Services
Find out how students can access support from the University's student welfare and support services:
- Disability Advisory Service
- Counselling Service
- Sexual Harassment and Violence Support Service
- Peer Support
Mature Students
Any student who will be 21 or over at the start of their course is considered a mature student. Staff at this stand can talk to you about topics of particular interest such as entry requirements, finance, senior status and more.
Astrophoria Foundation Year
The Astrophoria Foundation Year provides a stepping stone to Oxford for UK state school students with significant academic potential whose personal or educational circumstances mean they're unlikely to meet the usual entry requirements for Oxford undergraduate courses. If this sounds like you or someone you know who's interested in studying Chemistry, Classics, Engineering Science, English, History, Law, Materials Science PPE or Theology, come along to our stall to find out more!
Oxford Lifelong Learning
Information about adult learning at Oxford, provided by Oxford Lifelong Learning: part-time undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, short courses in Oxford and online, summer schools and professional development courses.
Oxford University Sport
Speak to our University sports staff and student representatives from sports clubs. Find out about sport overall, sports clubs, getting #ActiveAtOxford, health and fitness opportunities for students at Oxford. You can also come along to our Sport at Oxford talk for wider information on sport and physical activity at Oxford.
Oxford University Islamic Society
Interested in applying to Oxford as a Muslim? Bring your questions and concerns to current Muslim students and hear about their experiences to find out how Oxford could be the right place for you and your faith. We welcome both prospective students and families/supporters.
MyOxford App
Representatives from the MyOxford app team will be on hand to answer questions about the app, which Open Day visitors can use to easily plan their day in Oxford. Also designed to support students throughout their time at Oxford, the app provides quick and easy access to essential University systems and services, anytime, anywhere.
Ellison Scholars Programme
Are you ready to tackle humanity's biggest challenges? The Ellison Scholars programme offers exceptional students from around the world full funding to study any undergraduate degree at the University of Oxford – plus the chance to work on cutting-edge projects at the Ellison Institute of Technology. We're especially looking for people with science, technology, and engineering skills who want to make a real impact. Come along and talk to our team to find out more about becoming an Ellison Scholar!
Find your way around using the MyOxford app
Open Day visitors will have the opportunity to access Open Day information via the University’s MyOxford app. Users will not need to log in to use the app, which requires an internet connection in order to display Open Day timetables and other key information.
Download the app today via the App Store or Google Play and start planning your Open Day itinerary.
Did you know that Oxford provides over £11 million of financial support?
We offer one of the most generous financial support packages available for UK students from lower-income households. Around 1 in 4 UK students currently receives an annual, non-repayable bursary from Oxford. Our ambition is to ensure that no one with outstanding academic potential is deterred from studying here because of their background, personal circumstances, or finances.
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