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University and College Fees to be combined from next year
If you’re a graduate student or international undergraduate, the way your fees are charged and presented will change from the next academic year.
Until this year, international undergraduates and graduate students have been charged separate ‘University’ and ‘College’ fees. From the 2019/20 academic year, these figures will be combined into a single figure, known as ‘Course Fees’.
The total amount you pay will not change (apart from inflation), and the change will make it easier to see the overall level of fees you will be paying.
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Oxford Scholar launches SociAbility: Empowering social inclusion through access information
On Tuesday 11 June, Oxford alumnus Matt Pierri launched SociAbility - a mobile app that makes it easy to find detailed access information for social venues and shops in Oxford. Through better access information, SociAbility empowers people with access needs to spend more time with their friends, families and loved ones.
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Student blog: Mikaiil shares his experience of the Careers Service
As I approached the summer vacation, it became increasingly apparent that I had nothing productive in plan for the three months I had free. Having seen the consistent email reminders that the Careers Service was always open to help, and with no CV, cover letter, or even any idea what kind of work I'd want to do, I decided to give it a shot. A short 30-minute session is all I booked just to see what exactly they could do to help. If I didn't like it there was no commitment to come back for another session, so why not?
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Pathways to Oxford - Ope Oreyemi
Before applying to Oxford, I was sceptical about my chances of gaining a place at the University. However, attending schemes such as Target Oxbridge and UNIQ, allowed me to make an informed decision as to whether the University was for me.
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Destress with free 'Mindfulness in Movement' sessions
Mindfulness is an effective means of alleviating stress and promoting well-being.
This exam period, Oxford University Sport and the Mindfulness Centre are introducing free mindfulness taster sessions for students.
Enjoy an introduction on 'Mindfulness in Movement' at University Parks (by the Cricket Pavilion) on Thursday 30 May from 1-2pm or Tuesday 11 June from 5.30-6.30pm.
The sessions will introduce mindfulness in theory, research and practice, and registration is not required.
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Oxford Foundry L.E.V8 women pre-accelerator programme
If you’re an Oxford female student with an early-stage start-up, check out the Oxford Foundry’s L.E.V8 women pre-accelerator programme, where you can skill up and develop your business ideas this summer.
You’ll also get direct guidance and advice from the incredible L.E.V8 Women Ambassadors, a strong and diverse network of business leaders from a range of backgrounds and industries.
Interested in applying to the programme? Applications close Sunday 9 June.
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The transgender community at Oxford
Oxford Pride is a celebration of LGBTIQ+ life in Oxfordshire, and the annual parade through the city will be taking place on Saturday 1 June.
In celebration of Oxford Pride, the University and Oxford SU have worked together to create a short video about the transgender community in Oxford - featuring Oxford student Aaron Hughes and staff member Clara Barker.
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What to do if you think your friend's drink has been spiked
Drink spiking commonly occurs with alcohol, but it can also involve drugs.
Symptoms may include a loss of consciousness, a loss of balance, visual problems, lowered inhibitions, confusion, nausea, or vomiting.
Never leave your drink unattended and don’t accept drinks from strangers. When holding a bottle, try to cover it with your thumb when you’re not drinking.
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Student Entrepreneurs’ Programme (StEP)
This summer, Oxford Foundry, Oxford Sciences Innovation (OSI) and Oxford University Innovation (OUI) will run the StEP scheme to engage student entrepreneurs in creating new spinouts.
StEP will provide 40 students with access to the OUI intellectual property vault, a month long intensive training programme, and a £1,500 stipend - with the goal of creating startups based on OUI ideas.
The winning team will receive a £25,000 investment to get things going.
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