Open Days and visiting

A prospective student outside an Oxford building. Image © Joy Von Waldenfels

Come and see us!

Talk to tutors and students, have a look round and make up your own mind about Oxford.

Our 2025 undergraduate Open Days will be held on 2 and 3 July and 19 September. Programmes will be shared as soon as possible but in the meantime if you would like to know what to expect, please see the sample timetables below and register to receive more information.

You are very welcome to come and visit at another time. College grounds are usually open to prospective applicants but you can also get in touch with the college linked to your region and let them know you are coming.

You may also be able to attend an event listed in our outreach calendar while you're here. Subject departments are not open to visitors except on Open Days or for specific outreach events.

An Oxford staff volunteer giving directions at an Open Day.

Planning your Open Day

There’s a lot to see and do in Oxford on Open Days. Read our advice about how to make the most of your time on the day.

Sample college timetables

Our colleges are at the heart of student life at Oxford so make sure you visit a good handful whilst you are here. However, do check first they offer the course(s) you are interested in! As well as taking a tour, you will be able to have your questions answered first hand by current students and tutors.

Photo of visitors at a department taster lecture

Sample department timetables

Choosing your course is the most important decision you need to make and our Open Days offer a rare opportunity to visit departments and meet tutors and current students, so we recommend prioritising these events.

Open Day information centre

Colleges and departments are the best places to find out about studying at Oxford but if you’ve still got questions, or if the event you planned to attend is full, then please come to the Open Day Information Centre in the High Street, where you will find staff from the undergraduate admissions team and student services available all day.

Two prospective students getting on a bus in Oxford.

Travel advice

Read our advice for your journey.

Interior view of the Radcliffe Camera library

Museums, libraries and other venues

If time permits during the Open Day, why not visit some of our iconic museums and libraries and be inspired! Or find out how to explore the University's Sports Centre and Language Centre.

Accommodation

Some college accommodation is available for potential applicants travelling longer distances.

Know Your Oxford

Enjoy a guided audio tour of Oxford with one of our current students.

Your own visit

Can't make it to an Open Day or outreach event? Here's some advice on planning your own visit.

Upcoming outreach events

19May

History Admissions

Online

19 May 2025

20May

Primary Sources

Online

20 May 2025

21May

Inspire Subject Exploration Day: Politics, Philosophy & Economics

St John's College

21 May 2025