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In this official guide to undergraduate study at Oxford,

we'll share an insight into student life.

Across the World Oxford is known as a leading centre

of learning and research.

Ground-breaking work done here helps to solve real-world problems.

We're very proud that Oxford consistently ranks number one in the world

and one of the reasons is our teaching.

Learning at Oxford is rigorous, demanding and potentially life-changing.

You'll have personal access to world-class academic experts.

This may be in tutorials, lectures, classes or laboratory work.

But you'll also learn to study independently.

The skills and experiences you acquire during your studies can equip

you for an exciting and fulfilling future.

Tutorials are at the heart of teaching at Oxford.

These regular discussions with an academic tutor and fellow students

provide individual feedback on your work.

They teach you to think deeply, to think for yourself

and to express your thoughts.

You'll have the opportunity to study in Oxford's Bodleian Libraries;

some of the most famous libraries in the world.

Here you'll have access to over 13 million printed items on 400 kilometres of

shelving. You might well find you can complete your degree

without buying a single book.

You will also have our four world famous museums on your doorstep,

filled with over 8.5 million rare and intriguing objects.

these can be visited by anyone for free, but for many academics and students

they are also a valuable study resource.

Being at university offers opportunities for a great social life and there is plenty of time at Oxford to have a laugh, relax and develop both old and new interests.

Oxford has over 400 clubs and societies for you to get involved in,

meet people, make friends and build skills for the future.

From over 80 sports clubs to theatre productions, live music, newspapers

and magazines, debates and discussions, to volunteering and fundraising groups,

Oxford has a lot going on!

But if you think something is missing, there's also support to start your own group. You will also have plenty of time to explore the lively city, or the cafes bars, music venues, cinemas, clubs, shops

and everything else Oxford has to offer.

As an Oxford student, you'll belong to a college,

so as well as belonging to a world-class University, you will also be part of a

small and friendly community.

Colleges are safe and welcoming places where you can 

make friends and find support.

Just like at home, you can have friends over, and

students mix freely across colleges.

You will also meet people from other colleges in your department

or at university-wide events and societies.

Oxford takes the well-being of its students very seriously.

We want to make sure you feel that you belong and that you can be yourself.

We are there for you if times get tough, or if you find yourself running out of steam.

You will also have lots of opportunities to join groups

celebrating diversity and promoting change.

We know that everyone wants to feel at home

and there are many ways for you to build a support network

and spend time with people who share your interests, beliefs,

heritage or background.

With around 24,000 students from across the globe at Oxford,

each with an amazing range of interests, you will meet people like you

and not like you.

This is likely to be one of the most liberating and fun aspects

of your student life here.

We know that going to University is expensive, but we aim to ensure that

everyone who is offered a place is able to study here.

Very few of the costs are paid up front and there is lots of financial support available

for those from the UK,

not just from government, but also generous funding from Oxford.

The two main costs you will need to think about are living costs,

which includes food, accommodation and your social activities

and course fees, which is what you pay for teaching and facilities.

Did you know that an Oxford degree costs no more than most other UK universities? If you are a UK student, you can apply for government funding

and are expected to pay back any loans after graduating,

if you earn above a set amount.

The government offers two types of support.

Firstly, a loan for the full cost of your course fees.

Secondly, support towards your living costs,

with a greater level of funding available for those from lower income households.

This support is paid to you at the start of each term.

Did you know that currently around one in four UK undergraduates at Oxford

is given an annual bursary, which they don't pay back.

Depending on household income, these can be worth up to

£5,500 per year.

And if you are studying without the support of your family,

or are care experienced, additional non-repayable support

of up to £3,000 per year is available.

Finally, there are many ways in which studying at Oxford

can help your money go further.

Colleges have subsidised food and entertainment.

Many University and college sport facilities are free or subsidised.

College accommodation means you only pay rent in term time

and many colleges also offer funding for things like travel research and equipment.

Many Oxford graduates go on to have extraordinary careers

as scientists, writers, world leaders, Nobel Prize winners,

actors and comedians, artists and musicians,

Olympic medal winners and more.

Everyone who comes to Oxford has the chance to build an exciting

and fulfilling future.

You'll be able to gain the essential skills looked for by employers

and have access to lifelong advice from our expert careers service.

They can help you find internships and work experience,

as well as advise you on how to be a strong contender for the job you want.

Hundreds of exclusive paid internships are given to Oxford students each year,

both in the UK and abroad.

This means you can explore different employment areas

and work for world-leading companies and institutions,

even before you've finished your degree.

If you're thinking of setting up your own social enterprise,

we can help get you started.

Or you might be one of our many graduates who choose to

continue their studies.

There's no blueprint for the ideal Oxford student.

Our students come from all over the world and from all kinds of backgrounds,

and this helps make Oxford one of the most exciting places to learn.

What our students do have in common is a love for their subject

and a talent for studying.

These are some of the qualities our students think will help you enjoy

what Oxford has to offer.

Enthusiasm, positivity, an ability to work hard,

determination, curiosity and self-motivation.

We are looking for academic ability and commitment and we want to make sure

our learning style works for you.

We know some groups are still underrepresented, but this is changing

and we're determined to increase the pace of this change.

We'd like you to be a part of it.

We want everyone to feel welcomed, valued and respected at Oxford.

To find out more about studying as an undergraduate at Oxford

go to ox.ac.uk/study