Choosing your course

The most important decision you will make when applying to Oxford is choosing which course to study. You’ll spend at least three years immersed in your course, and those years are likely to be much more enjoyable if you genuinely love what you’re learning about. Oxford has a wide range of courses for you to pick from so make sure you explore your options thoroughly. You might already have a clear idea of which course you’d like to apply for but do take the time to think carefully and read about courses you might not have considered before.

Explore the courses Oxford has to offer below. Look at the detail and make sure it sounds right for you. A course with the same title may vary in its content and structure at different universities so make sure that you understand these differences.

“The key to choosing your degree is passion. If you truly love a subject and are eager to learn about it, then that's the course for you. Your degree should excite and inspire you.”
— Saf, Student

What will you study? Is it time to choose?

Studying at Oxford is...

Perfect places to study

Oxford students benefit from world-class resources, from the iconic Bodleian Libraries to renowned museums and state-of-the-art laboratories. It’s an environment designed to inspire learning and discovery.

Graduates waiting for the procession at the end of their degree ceremony

For your future

An Oxford education opens the door to a world of opportunity. You’ll develop highly valued skills and leave well prepared for a wide range of careers and future paths.

Oxford tutorial with 2 students and a tutor

All about learning

Oxford offers one of the best educations in the world, thanks in part to its distinctive teaching approach. You’ll learn directly from experts while building the skills to study and research independently.

Ready to explore courses in more detail?

Choosing what to study

Choosing the right course is crucial to enjoying your time at university so take time to really explore your options, even if you think you know what you want to study.

Undergraduate course listing

Explore our courses and see where your interests take you. With a wide range of subjects including joint honours options, there’s plenty to discover.

Summary table of admissions requirements

An overview of the A-level grade and subject requirements for our courses, as well as any written work or admissions tests you must complete as part of your application.

Selection criteria

Understand more clearly what admissions tutors look for and how applications for each course are assessed.

Have you heard about our Foundation Year courses?

We are now offering a different route to access some courses at Oxford. So if you’re interested in studying here but your personal or educational circumstances have meant you are unlikely to achieve the grades typically required for Oxford undergraduate courses, then choosing to apply for one of our courses with an Astrophoria Foundation Year might be the path for you.

Astrophoria Foundation Year