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Oxford’s colleges are at the heart of the Oxford student experience and make our University a very special place to study and live. There are over 30 colleges and halls and all undergraduate students belong to one. If you come here, you are likely to spend much of your time in your college, particularly in your first year.

A ready-made community Your college essentials: Each of these academic communities are – Porter’s lodge (a staffed entrance and made up of academic and support staff, and reception) students. All colleges and halls* provide a – Dining hall safe, supportive environment leaving you – Lending library (often open 24/7 in term time) free to focus on your studies, enjoy time with friends and make the most of the huge – Student accommodation opportunities. Colleges run lots of their own – Tutors’ teaching rooms clubs and societies and you can always set up – Common room (JCR) your own. Intercollege sport and drama can be – Chapel and music rooms a fun way to meet people from other colleges. Students mix freely across colleges and you – Laundry are welcome to have friends over. You will – Green spaces also meet other people not at your college College facilities are generally pretty similar but in your department and at university-wide have a look at how they compare on page 146. events. Junior Common Rooms (JCR) Every college has their own Junior Common College pride is big, but it doesn’t get Room or JCR. This collectively refers to all in the way of intercollege friendship. the undergraduate students in a college. I’ve never felt so welcomed and liked Elected students form the ‘JCR’ committee as I do at my college. which organises lots of events and campaigns TAMSIN on behalf of the students in their college. Confusingly, JCR also refers to a room in college, where you can meet friends, get a cup of coffee and watch TV.

*PPHs (Permanent Private Halls) are similar to colleges except they are smaller, offer fewer courses and were founded by particular Christian denominations. Students at PPHs are members of the University just like students at colleges, with access to the same University facilities and activities.

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College tutorial teaching Location of colleges Tutorials typically take place in your college You can see from the map (page 192) that the with your academic tutor(s) who teach as well University’s colleges make up much of Oxford’s as do their own research. They are responsible city centre. There is no central University for assessing applicants and conducting campus. A few colleges are slightly further interviews (see page 184). They decide who from the centre. Typically, they feel spacious comes to their college and who they will and have large gardens, sometimes running teach. The other student(s) in your college alongside the river. None is more than a twelve tutorials will be from your year group, doing minute walk or five minute cycle ride to the the same course as you and will normally be main University buildings, such as the Bodleian at your college. For more on personalised Libraries. They may also be conveniently near tutorial teaching see page 14. privately rented student accommodation.

Wellbeing matters Do I pay to live in my college? College academic tutors support your Students pay for accommodation and food academic development but you can also ask although this is often heavily subsidised. Costs their advice on other things. Lots of other vary across colleges and are likely to increase college staff including welfare officers help annually. See ox.ac.uk/collegesrentsetc. students settle in and are available to offer Sometimes it is possible to arrange college guidance on practical or health matters. accommodation out of term time in which case Current students also actively support the cost might change. See also page 182 on students in earlier years, sometimes as part of accommodation and page 186 for information a college ‘family’ or as peer supporters trained on costs and funding support. by the University’s Counselling Service. See pages 9-10 for more.

Come and look round The best way to find out about colleges is to come and see them. If you can make it to an open day (see page 188) then you will also be able to talk to current students and tutors. If you will only have a short time in Oxford, try and shortlist four or five which offer your course before coming. For more on visiting see ox.ac.uk/ugvisit.

143 Which colleges offer YOUR course? (The) Balliol Brasenose Christ Church Christi Corpus Exeter ManchesterHarris Hertford College Jesus Keble Lady Margaret Hall Lincoln Magdalen Mansfield Merton College New Oriel Pembroke Queen's Regent's Park St Anne's St Benet's Hall St Catherine's St Edmund Hall St Hilda's St Hugh's St John's St Peter's Somerville Trinity College University Wadham Worcester Wycliffe Hall Archaeology and Anthropology        Archaeology and Anthropology Biochemistry (Molecular and Cellular)                          Biochemistry (Molecular and Cellular) Biological Sciences                      Biological Sciences Biomedical Sciences                 Biomedical Sciences Chemistry                             Chemistry Classical Archaeology and Ancient History                    Classical Archaeology and Ancient History Classics                        Classics Classics and English                 Classics and English Classics and Modern Languages                    Classics and Modern Languages Classics and Oriental Studies                   Classics and Oriental Studies Computer Science                  Computer Science Computer Science and Philosophy            Computer Science and Philosophy Earth Sciences (Geology)        Earth Sciences (Geology) Economics and Management                     Economics and Management Engineering Science                            Engineering Science English Language and Literature                                English Language and Literature English and Modern Languages                           English and Modern Languages European and Middle Eastern Languages                European and Middle Eastern Languages Fine Art              Fine Art Geography               Geography History                                 History History (Ancient and Modern)                        History (Ancient and Modern) History and Economics                History and Economics History and English                History and English History and Modern Languages                            History and Modern Languages History and Politics                             History and Politics History of Art         History of Art Human Sciences           Human Sciences Law (Jurisprudence)                                Law (Jurisprudence) Law with Law Studies in Europe                               Law with Law Studies in Europe Materials Science        Materials Science Mathematics                              Mathematics Mathematics and Computer Science                    Mathematics and Computer Science Mathematics and Philosophy                        Mathematics and Philosophy Mathematics and Statistics                            Mathematics and Statistics Medicine                             Medicine Medicine (Graduate Entry)          Medicine (Graduate Entry) Modern Languages                            Modern Languages Modern Languages and Linguistics                           Modern Languages and Linguistics Music                        Music Oriental Studies             Oriental Studies Philosophy and Modern Languages                           Philosophy and Modern Languages Philosophy, Politics and Economics (PPE)                                 Philosophy, Politics and Economics (PPE) Philosophy and Theology                Philosophy and Theology Physics                              Physics Physics and Philosophy                 Physics and Philosophy Psychology (Experimental)                     Psychology (Experimental) Psychology, Philosophy and Linguistics                    Psychology, Philosophy and Linguistics Religion and Oriental Studies         Religion and Oriental Studies Theology and Religion               Theology and Religion

This information is correct as of January 2018, but is subject to change. 144 For marked courses, available course combinations vary between colleges. (The) Balliol Brasenose Christ Church Christi Corpus Exeter ManchesterHarris Hertford College Jesus Keble Lady Margaret Hall Lincoln Magdalen Mansfield Merton College New Oriel Pembroke Queen's Regent's Park St Anne's St Benet's Hall St Catherine's St Edmund Hall St Hilda's St Hugh's St John's St Peter's Somerville Trinity College University Wadham Worcester Wycliffe Hall Archaeology and Anthropology        Archaeology and Anthropology Biochemistry (Molecular and Cellular)                          Biochemistry (Molecular and Cellular) Biological Sciences                      Biological Sciences Biomedical Sciences                 Biomedical Sciences Chemistry                             Chemistry Classical Archaeology and Ancient History                    Classical Archaeology and Ancient History Classics                        Classics Classics and English                 Classics and English Classics and Modern Languages                    Classics and Modern Languages Classics and Oriental Studies                   Classics and Oriental Studies Computer Science                  Computer Science Computer Science and Philosophy            Computer Science and Philosophy Earth Sciences (Geology)        Earth Sciences (Geology) Economics and Management                     Economics and Management Engineering Science                            Engineering Science English Language and Literature                                English Language and Literature English and Modern Languages                           English and Modern Languages European and Middle Eastern Languages                European and Middle Eastern Languages Fine Art              Fine Art Geography               Geography History                                 History History (Ancient and Modern)                        History (Ancient and Modern) History and Economics                History and Economics History and English                History and English History and Modern Languages                            History and Modern Languages History and Politics                             History and Politics History of Art         History of Art Human Sciences           Human Sciences Law (Jurisprudence)                                Law (Jurisprudence) Law with Law Studies in Europe                               Law with Law Studies in Europe Materials Science        Materials Science Mathematics                              Mathematics Mathematics and Computer Science                    Mathematics and Computer Science Mathematics and Philosophy                        Mathematics and Philosophy Mathematics and Statistics                            Mathematics and Statistics Medicine                             Medicine Medicine (Graduate Entry)          Medicine (Graduate Entry) Modern Languages                            Modern Languages Modern Languages and Linguistics                           Modern Languages and Linguistics Music                        Music Oriental Studies             Oriental Studies Philosophy and Modern Languages                           Philosophy and Modern Languages Philosophy, Politics and Economics (PPE)                                 Philosophy, Politics and Economics (PPE) Philosophy and Theology                Philosophy and Theology Physics                              Physics Physics and Philosophy                 Physics and Philosophy Psychology (Experimental)                     Psychology (Experimental) Psychology, Philosophy and Linguistics                    Psychology, Philosophy and Linguistics Religion and Oriental Studies         Religion and Oriental Studies Theology and Religion               Theology and Religion

Check ox.ac.uk/whichcolls for the latest information 145 college FACILITIES Balliol Brasenose Church Christ Christi Corpus Exeter Manchester* Harris Hertford Jesus College Keble Hall Lady Margaret Lincoln Magdalen Mansfield Merton New College Oriel Pembroke Queen’s Park Regent’s Anne’s St Hall Benet’s St Catherine’s St Edmund Hall St Hilda’s St Hugh’s St John’s St Peter’s St Somerville Trinity College University Wadham Worcester Hall* Wycliffe

Founded 1263 1509 1546 1517 1314 1786 1282 1571 1870 1878 1427 1458 1886 1264 1379 1326 1624 1341 1810 1879 1897 1962 1278 1893 1886 1555 1929 1879 1555 1249 1610 1714 1877 UG student numbers 366 365 432 252 334 108 403 346 427 401 304 400 235 297 424 316 366 333 105 440 59 502 407 398 420 397 355 413 289 381 459 429 14

Collegeaccommodation All first years on site                                 Usually offered for three years       

Usually offered for first year         and one other year Usually offered for all years              **   ** 

Some vacation storage                                 for international students

Catering Dining hall                                  Bar                                Café                  

Facilities Gym on site                     The University also has central gym and sports facilities that students from any college are welcome to use: see page 24. Most colleges, if they don’t have their own gym, do offer either free or discounted membership at these University gym facilities. Boathouse                                 Library open 24/7                          Computer rooms/stations                                 Wi-Fi throughout college                                  Music room                              Theatre/performance space                      Chapel                                Multi-faith prayer room    If there is no dedicated multi-faith room, many colleges are happy to provide an appropriate prayer space.

Clubs & societiesactivitiesClubs& Music society                           Orchestra(s)                      Choir(s)                                 Dramatic society                             College student magazine/paper                 Some subject societies                              Other societies                                

There are hundreds of University-wide clubs and societies that students from any college are welcome to join; see pages 8 and 22.

If you have a question about a college’s facilities, please ask them. Colleges will try to accommodate a student’s needs, where possible.

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Balliol Brasenose Church Christ Christi Corpus Exeter Manchester* Harris Hertford Jesus College Keble Hall Lady Margaret Lincoln Magdalen Mansfield Merton New College Oriel Pembroke Queen’s Park Regent’s Anne’s St Hall Benet’s St Catherine’s St Edmund Hall St Hilda’s St Hugh’s St John’s St Peter’s St Somerville Trinity College University Wadham Worcester Hall* Wycliffe

Founded 1263 1509 1546 1517 1314 1786 1282 1571 1870 1878 1427 1458 1886 1264 1379 1326 1624 1341 1810 1879 1897 1962 1278 1893 1886 1555 1929 1879 1555 1249 1610 1714 1877 UG student numbers 366 365 432 252 334 108 403 346 427 401 304 400 235 297 424 316 366 333 105 440 59 502 407 398 420 397 355 413 289 381 459 429 14

Collegeaccommodation All first years on site                                 Usually offered for three years       

Usually offered for first year         and one other year Usually offered for all years              **   ** 

Some vacation storage                                 for international students

Catering Dining hall                                  Bar                                Café                  

Facilities Gym on site                     The University also has central gym and sports facilities that students from any college are welcome to use: see page 24. Most colleges, if they don’t have their own gym, do offer either free or discounted membership at these University gym facilities. Boathouse                                 Library open 24/7                          Computer rooms/stations                                 Wi-Fi throughout college                                  Music room                              Theatre/performance space                      Chapel                                Multi-faith prayer room    If there is no dedicated multi-faith room, many colleges are happy to provide an appropriate prayer space.

Clubs & societiesactivitiesClubs& Music society                           Orchestra(s)                      Choir(s)                                 Dramatic society                             College student magazine/paper                 Some subject societies                              Other societies                                

There are hundreds of University-wide clubs and societies that students from any college are welcome to join; see pages 8 and 22.

*mature (21+) students only **expected from 2019 If you have a question about a college’s facilities, please ask them. Colleges will try to accommodate a student’s needs, where possible.

147 Do YOU choose?

Not exactly. You can put a college’s campus code on your UCAS form to specify a preference but you might still be Although l didn’t actually shortlisted and offered a place by another college. This apply to my college, I have ‘reallocation’ helps us ensure that the best candidates, absolutely fallen in love with it and couldn’t be happier. regardless of which college they select, are offered places. IZZY In 2017, 35% of successful applicants got an offer from a college they didn’t specify on their application.

How do I DECIDE? Is there a college which is best Each college is different so you may like to for my course? consider their: Colleges do not have specialist subjects as they – size and age all excel in all the courses which they offer and – location - how close to the city centre, your provide a very high standard of teaching. department, the park, the river, the sports centre What if I can’t decide? – accommodation - number of years of Then you can make an open application college accommodation, where it is, how by choosing campus code 9 on your UCAS much it will cost application. This will mean your application will – own grants or other funding be assigned to a college or hall that has relatively fewer applications for your course in the year – facilities - see the college facilities table on you apply. In 2017, 18% of applicants made an pages 146-147 open application. Tutors have no preference for – access - most colleges have facilities and direct or open applications: they are looking for accommodation for disabled students; the best applicants for their course. however, given the age of the buildings, some areas of some colleges are not accessible for students with mobility issues. Which college is easiest to get into? See page 31 for further advice. Competition for places is strong at all our colleges. None of them is easy to get in to. If If at all possible, come to an open day and any college is particularly over-subscribed, look round several colleges. This will help applications may be reallocated and considered you decide what college characteristics and by another college. All colleges have signed up facilities are important to you. to a Common Framework on Admissions which means the same application process for your course at every college. See Oxford SU’s ‘college suggester’: apply.oxfordsu.org/colleges Visit some colleges: ox.ac.uk/ugvisit Does every college offer Watch at www.ox.ac.uk/ every course? collegechoice for more advice on No, although most colleges do offer most choosing a college. courses. Please see pages 144-145 to find out which colleges offer which course.

148 Balliol

Balliol is one of the oldest colleges, and College life is subsidised in many ways; Finding out more has a large student body. In the 19th in addition, eligible students can apply www.balliol.ox.ac.uk century we led the University reforms for a wide range of maintenance and +44 (0) 1865 277777 that resulted in the selection of students hardship grants as well as special funds Admissions information solely on academic ability. We are for research and travel. Many prominent +44 (0) 1865 277758 committed to attracting women and figures in public life have graduated from [email protected] men of exceptional potential regardless Balliol. The college has a reputation for UCAS campus code: O of their social, cultural or educational academic excellence alongside a friendly 2018 Open Days background. atmosphere and lively spirit of 27 and 28 June and 14 September intellectual debate. The student body is ox.ac.uk/opendays Our dynamic student community is arguably one of the most active in the drawn from a broad spectrum of schools Location University. within the UK, the EU and overseas. Balliol stands on Broad Street in the city centre, just metres from the Bodleian Library and a short walk or cycle ride from University academic Balliol is... departments. Its modern annexe is a 5-minute walk away on Jowett Walk. Map ref 1. …receiving the …an education Les Woods …enhanced that is absolutely Scholarship, …being welcomed with open arms, despite immeasurably by the top-notch – which has being initially worried that I’d feel left out other students…and tutorials are helped give here. My closest friends span a huge a stimulating culture challenging and me a sense of number of subjects and backgrounds. of intellectual debate, enjoyable. confidence in TARA which greatly NICHOLAS my ability to improves the overall learn new learning experience. skills. What can you study at Balliol? SAMUEL ALEX See page 144

149 Brasenose

Situated in Radcliffe Square, Brasenose the year. Our students run many special Finding out more is a friendly college at the heart of the events including Chinese New Year and www.bnc.ox.ac.uk University and city. We are able to Burns Night celebrations, charity +44 (0) 1865 277830 accommodate undergraduates in single auctions, diversity workshops, fancy- Admissions information rooms for all years of study at our main dress parties and more. +44 (0) 1865 277510 site or nearby Frewin complex. [email protected] Brasenose’s libraries are open 24 hours a Brasenose provides delicious and UCAS campus code: V day. We have our own sports ground affordable food in both our and boathouse, and a large common 2018 Open Days 16th-century dining hall and café. There 27 and 28 June and 14 September room with entertainment of many kinds. are also shared kitchens at Frewin. Our ox.ac.uk/opendays lively bar is a fantastic place to relax. We Brasenose is an inclusive and diverse Location hold an annual summer week-long arts community where all members of the festival plus many more music, arts, college family support each other. Brasenose College is accessed via the beautiful Radcliffe Square, near sports and society events throughout to the main University libraries, labs and lecture theatres, right next to the bustling High Street. Our Frewin Brasenose is... Hall complex is 5 minutes’ walk from the main site. Map ref 3.

…being amongst …the friendly people who are atmosphere always so ready …being offered accommodation amongst for all your years of study, and it’s …the amazing to be involved. people from a …having all either on the main site or a location - you From fancy dress vast array of amazing five-minute walk away. I love that really are at parties to the backgrounds. food that’s we’re always central! TORI the heart of Christmas ATTY also just so this historic pantomime. JESS cheap. What can you study at city. ADAM BRAD Brasenose? See page 144

150 Christ Church

Christ Church is one of the larger a specialised law library and two well- Finding out more colleges, offering places for most equipped computer rooms. The library www.chch.ox.ac.uk undergraduate courses. It has a vibrant is open 8am to 1am. There is a college +44 (0) 1865 276150 and diverse community and is bar in addition to the Junior Common Admissions information committed to attracting talented Room. A dedicated music room, as well +44 (0) 1865 276181, 276196 students whatever their background. as the activities associated with the [email protected] Christ Church is fortunate to be able renowned Cathedral Choir, encourage UCAS campus code: 2 to complement the generous financial an active music scene. Regular drawing 2018 Open Days support provided by the University. classes are held in the art room, and 27 and 28 June and 14 September Christ Church students live in college the Picture Gallery has a world-famous ox.ac.uk/opendays rooms throughout their course and collection. There are also specialist Location benefit from subsidised dining in the sports facilities and grounds, and famous 16th-century hall. The college flourishing sports clubs. Christ Church is on St Aldate’s, close to the city centre, the High Street, has a magnificent 18th-century library, the Bodleian Library and other University departments. On the other side of the college is Christ Christ Church is... Church meadow with its peaceful river walks. Map ref 4.

…a sense of …a big college, community. …meeting such a diverse so you keep …having supportive There’s enough of meeting new range of people that any tutors who challenged us for there to be worries about stereotypes people well into me when I understood variety and a lot 2nd and maybe are soon dispelled. the material, but also of people to meet, RACHEL even 3rd year. helped me when things but at the same RAAFI didn’t make sense. time I really feel PATRICIA at home here. What can you study at Christ SARAH Church? See page 144

151 Corpus Christi

Boasting a strong sense of community Students benefit from access to a Finding out more and a friendly atmosphere, Corpus sports field and boathouse, TV rooms, www.ccc.ox.ac.uk Christi is one of Oxford’s older and the Junior Common Room, and the +44 (0) 1865 276700 smaller colleges. It prides itself on a beer cellar. There is also an auditorium Admissions information strong tradition of openness, tolerance suitable for concerts, productions, +44 (0) 1865 276693 and fairness. Corpus Christi combines parties and lectures. Among the most [email protected] history with modernity; the college’s active of the many clubs are the UCAS campus code: 3 magnificent 16th-century library is still dramatic society – the Owlets – and 2018 Open Days used by students today. With over the choir. Corpus has an impressive 27 and 28 June and 14 September 60,000 books, 24-hour opening, social calendar with a ball every ox.ac.uk/opendays computerised catalogues and numerous other spring and a fair each June, Location PCs, it is both a convenient and beautiful which features the college’s famous place to work. tortoise race! Corpus is less than 5 minutes’ walk from the city centre and Bodleian Library and 10 minutes from the departments and science laboratories, but is tucked away Corpus Christi is... from the noise of the city, looking out over Christ Church meadows towards the river. Map ref 5. …the college …right at …a fantastic tortoise and the heart community the beautiful of the city. spirit. gardens. …weekly film EMILY JAMES nights and a FREYA …the small ton of welfare. and cosy MEGAN feel. MEREDITH What can you study at Corpus Christi? See page 144

152 Exeter

Exeter is the fourth-oldest college in college careers office and internship Finding out more Oxford, with a small, friendly and programme. Facilities include an www.exeter.ox.ac.uk inclusive community of students and extensive library (open 24/7 during +44 (0) 1865 279600 staff. Accommodation is provided for term), on-site gym, stunning dining hall, Admissions information three years of an undergraduate’s cosy bar, chapel, music practice rooms, +44 (0) 1865 279661 course and probably for a fourth year. performance space, music room, [email protected] All first years live on the main college learning space and sports ground. We UCAS campus code: 4 Turl Street site. Other college have a beautiful garden, with views over 2018 Open Days accommodation is in vibrant east Oxford Radcliffe Square. Exeter is home to a 27 and 28 June and 14 September (with self-catering facilities) and the wide range of student groups, clubs and ox.ac.uk/opendays modern Cohen Quadrangle in societies, including our excellent Location fashionable Jericho. Three meals a day student-led choir, music, theatre and can be eaten in hall during term. sports teams. Exeter College’s entrance is on Turl Street, in the centre of Oxford, close Students have exclusive access to our to the main libraries, departments, shops, restaurants and bars. The entrance to Cohen Quad is a few Exeter is... minutes’ walk away in Walton Street. Map ref 6. …small enough that you’ll …having never feel lost, but big enough communal that everyone finds their …having fun with college sports spaces which teams – they’re all really close place. It’s a very inclusive are really …impressive and friendly communities, as and diverse environment, well used. catering facilities, I’ve found with the rugby team. making it easy to settle in. EMMA GEORGE MADDY particularly at lunch time where there’s so much choice on offer. What can you study at Exeter? JADE See page 144

153 Harris Manchester for students aged 21+ only

Harris Manchester is the only Oxford the main site and students can generally Finding out more college which is dedicated solely to live in for at least the first and final www.hmc.ox.ac.uk mature students (21+ with no upper age years of their course. Our excellent +44 (0) 1865 271006 limit). It has a warm and friendly librarians manage some 70,000 Admissions information atmosphere. There is a great deal of volumes, and the library itself is open to +44 (0) 1865 271009 support available and each student is students 24 hours a day during term [email protected] treated as an individual. Our diversity of time. Each student also has a small book UCAS campus code: 6 age, nationality and background makes grant to spend as they wish. The 2018 Open Days the college a very interesting and student community is socially active, 27 and 28 June and 14 September vibrant society. The college has a with a lively variety of sporting and ox.ac.uk/opendays number of scholarships for second cultural events. Location undergraduate degrees, up to £18,500 each. College accommodation is all on Harris Manchester is centrally situated in a quiet location on Mansfield Road, just a few minutes away from the Bodleian Library, Harris Manchester is... most department libraries, the Science Area and other University facilities. Map ref 7. …a vibrant …simply inspiring. patchwork of It’s amazing how experiences, …a close-knit everyone has ideas and …mature students, community and a done something …a library like the place to call home Beauty and the world views. wise academics interesting WALTER and lovely staff. away from home. Beast library. It PROMIT before starting SAM at university. makes for romantic encounters with ANTON your textbooks. What can you study at Harris ZERENE Manchester? See page 144

154 Hertford

Hertford is known for its friendly The college library is open 24/7. We Finding out more atmosphere, welcoming students from also have a gym, a music room, a well- www.hertford.ox.ac.uk wherever they come: you don’t have to equipped student common room (JCR) +44 (0) 1865 279400 be any particular type to fit in. We value and an attractive bar on site. Off-site Admissions information our informal, progressive climate, which we have sports grounds, tennis and +44 (0) 1865 279404 we believe fosters good, positive squash courts and a superb boathouse. undergraduate.admissions@ working relationships between tutors hertford.ox.ac.uk Hertford’s students are diverse and and students. UCAS campus code: 7 passionate about their interests, so we 2018 Open Days We can offer you accommodation have societies for everything, from 27 and 28 June and 14 September throughout your course and all student economics to ultimate frisbee. We ox.ac.uk/opendays rooms have small, shared kitchens. embrace music-making of all kinds and Meals are available both in college and we compete successfully in a range of Location at one of our residential annexes. major sports. Hertford is on Catte Street, right in the city centre surrounded by some of Oxford’s most beautiful buildings. Accommodation ranges from rooms Hertford is... on the main college site to purpose- built accommodation by the river and houses in north Oxford, all about 10 minutes’ walk away. …a second Map ref 8. family and a …getting the …bumping into home away projector set up …having friends in the from home. in the JCR to somewhere …having a women’s PPE evening in watch election quad on the KATIE to belong, a my tutor’s teaching room, complete way back from night or the Six place where with drinks and snacks. HOLLY the library. Nations Rugby everyone with everyone. KYRA matters. What can you study at HOLLY HANNAH Hertford? See page 144

155 Jesus College

At the heart of the city, Jesus College is need to be repaid, and is given on top of Finding out more known as one of the friendliest of University bursaries. To maintain high www.jesus.ox.ac.uk Oxford’s colleges. We’re an inclusive and standards, there are also awards to +44 (0) 1865 279700 informal place, where the well-being and recognise academic achievement and Admissions information success of our students are our highest progress, as well as support for +44 (0) 1865 279721 priorities. To instil this sense of extracurricular activities. It is little [email protected] community, all of our undergraduates wonder that the college has been UCAS campus code: Q can live in college accommodation for voted amongst the best for student 2018 Open Days their entire degrees. satisfaction since 2010. 27 and 28 June and 14 September ox.ac.uk/opendays Jesus College students can enjoy the Jesus College has had Welsh connections best possible education regardless of since its founding in 1571, although our Location their backgrounds. Generous access students now come from all over the UK Jesus College is located on the bursaries are available for any student in and abroad. historic Turl Street, in central Oxford. financial need. This money does not It is very close to the main libraries, the Science Area, the famous Covered Market, High Street shops, Jesus College is... cinemas and theatres. Map ref 9.

… able to provide …a tight-knit college-owned place, where you …supportive and generous. It …a truly accommodation for quickly get to every year of your helped me attend a conference, know the people inclusive, and a ski trip! I couldn’t have colourful and degree. This means you’re studying gone otherwise. SUSIE empowered you get to stay with, and those with your friends! in other years. community where we look JESS SAANJH after each What can you study at Jesus College? See page 144 other. PETER 156 Keble

Keble College was originally established The college’s striking Victorian Finding out more to extend access to Oxford University, architecture houses some of the best www.keble.ox.ac.uk and it remains true to that founding student accommodation in Oxford, while +44 (0) 1865 272727 vision. We aim to foster the highest our beautiful dining hall (the longest in Admissions information academic achievement for all our Oxford), allows the college to maintain +44 (0) 1865 272708 students, from all backgrounds and the tradition of common table, with an [email protected] every corner of the globe. We are a optional communal sit-down service UCAS campus code: A large college with our undergraduate several times a week. 2018 Open Days facilities on one main site. Our size 27 and 28 June and 14 September Our students pride themselves on being allows us to have at least two fellows ox.ac.uk/opendays welcoming and friendly. You won’t find a (tutors) in all our main subjects, which Keble ‘type’, but you will find a supportive Location means our students can always get the environment made up of students from academic support they need. The college is adjacent to the a range of different backgrounds. University Parks, between the Science Area and the Radcliffe Observatory Quarter. The main libraries are close by and the city Keble is... centre is 5 minutes’ walk away. Map ref 10. …one of the largest and …always feeling …having so many most diverse looked after college …It has a warm and friendly atmosphere. and supported. opportunities There is a great deal of support available to get involved communities, There really is yet also and each student is treated as an individual. a strong sense in sports and MATT societies, inclusive and of community friendly. spirit! RUHA whether you are an expert or a BEN What can you study at Keble? novice. ELIZA See page 144

157 Lady Margaret Hall

LMH began with nine women and is now available to enable students to achieve Finding out more a vibrant academic community their academic potential. We are www.lmh.ox.ac.uk transforming the lives of hundreds of committed to supporting disabled +44 (0) 1865 274300 students. We are diverse, open, students and helping them achieve their @lmhoxford intellectually curious and pioneering. We potential. Undergraduates are Admissions information continue to break boundaries as the first guaranteed a room on the college site +44 (0) 1865 274310 Oxford college to establish a Foundation for three years of their course. Our [email protected] Year for under-represented students. beautiful well-stocked library is a great UCAS campus code: B Our students work with internationally place to study; you can access and 2018 Open Days distinguished scholars who are dedicated borrow books 24/7. We also have a 27 and 28 June and 14 September to tutorial teaching and welfare support. theatre, music practice rooms, a gym, ox.ac.uk/opendays LMH has an exceptionally beautiful site tennis courts, playing fields and punts. Location with gardens which run down to the LMH is a 5-minute walk to the river. Grants and scholarships are Science Area and next to the LMH is... University Parks. It takes about 5 minutes to cycle to the centre of Oxford (a 15-minute walk). …my first home Map ref 11. …being given away from home; ...stunning the opportunity gardens, where I grew up, …the friendly, supportive atmosphere to fulfil my …a very especially in studied what I that the tutors and students create. academic open-minded the summer loved and made The gardens are beautiful to spend potential in a and vibrant – a haven friends for life. time in throughout the year, and friendly and college. from the Looking back I having such a big library on site is supportive NEIL can’t think of a hustle and incredible. LAURA environment. better place to bustle of PHIL have spent my touristy undergraduate Oxford. What can you study at Lady TOYIN years! AKILA Margaret Hall? See page 144

158 Lincoln

Lincoln, one of the smaller undergraduate students from low-income backgrounds, Finding out more colleges, combines intimacy with a in addition to other grants, prizes and www.lincoln.ox.ac.uk strong academic tradition. There is a scholarships. Our food is widely +44 (0) 1865 279800 genuine atmosphere of good humour, regarded as excellent, and the Admissions information hard work and mutual support, shared 15th-century hall provides a popular +44 (0) 1865 279836 by both students and tutors. focus for college life. The college has [email protected] one of the most beautiful libraries UCAS campus code: C Undergraduates at Lincoln are in Oxford. guaranteed accommodation for the 2018 Open Days 27 and 28 June and 14 September three or four years of their course. Students have the opportunity to join ox.ac.uk/opendays All accommodation is central, and a or form a very large range of student significant proportion of rooms, societies. Lincoln has a sports field Location including all first-year rooms, have and boathouse, and currently provides Lincoln is located in the centre of ensuite facilities. The college can offer free membership of the University Oxford on Turl Street, just minutes a number of generous bursaries for gym and swimming pool. from many of Oxford’s departments, faculties, libraries, shops and restaurants. All of our undergraduate Lincoln is... accommodation is also in central Oxford, within a 10-minute walk of …brilliant …a very large the main site. Map ref 12. …the staff, who are accommodation, library for such a huge part of what being at most …the most a small college. makes Lincoln such ten minutes welcoming There is always a great college. from the …a really wide range of sports and enjoyable somewhere to From the kitchen college and teams and other societies; the community work and the staff who quickly all being ‘have a go atmosphere’ makes I’ve been a only problem is remember you to reasonably for a lot of fun! BEN part of, and sometimes it’s the porters who priced – you tutorials are so pretty it’s something to welcome you feel like a real distracting! What can you study at look forward whenever you pass community. ANISHA Lincoln? See page 144 to! JOSH the lodge. FRANKIE DANIEL 159 Magdalen

Magdalen (pronounced ‘Maudlen’) has Support Fund provides outstandingly Finding out more some of the most beautiful buildings in generous grants to many of its www.magd.ox.ac.uk Oxford, new as well as ancient. It is set undergraduates, while there are also +44 (0) 1865 276000 in 100 acres of grounds which include large numbers of travel, research and Admissions information the deer park and Addison’s riverside book grants awarded each year, along +44 (0) 1865 276063 walk. Magdalen’s spaciousness has with annual tutorial prizes for the most [email protected] helped to determine its character – promising and successful of our UCAS campus code: D passionate about academic excellence students. 2018 Open Days and other achievements, but also 27 and 28 June and 14 September We have our own professionally diversified, informal, inclusive and ox.ac.uk/opendays maintained grounds for football, rugby, without pressure to conform to any cricket and hockey, nine tennis courts, Location stereotype or set of views. our own squash courts and an all- Magdalen is conveniently located at Besides the University’s financial weather pitch (all on site), as well as an the end of the High Street, a 10- support, the college’s own Student extremely well-equipped boathouse. minute walk from the centre of town, University libraries, and the science Magdalen is... area. First-year accommodation is located across Magdalen Bridge. Map ref 13. …a friendly …excellent and vibrant …at the heart of teaching and LGBT scene, many traditions, …Addison’s Walk supportive in the sun to catch …a huge number of which comes including the unique tutors as well to the fore May Morning up with friends as a huge opportunities to and see the deer. try things I’d never during the celebrations. variety of MARIA have felt annual Oscar LOUISA inclusive social Wilde dinner. activities. comfortable enough to do BILLY What can you study at AMELIA before. RACHAEL Magdalen? See page 144

160 Mansfield

Throughout its history Mansfield has students, including all first years, live on Finding out more worked hard to make an Oxford the main college site, with the rest in www.mansfield.ox.ac.uk education available to previously under- college accommodation a 15-minute +44 (0) 1865 270999 represented groups. The proportion of walk away. The majority of rooms on the Admissions information our UK students from the state sector is main site are ensuite, with several large +44 (0) 1865 282920 the highest of any college. Our small size kitchens for student use. The college [email protected] and welcoming ethos make Mansfield a offers excellent food at reasonable UCAS campus code: E warm, informal environment where prices in the Chapel Hall, while the Crypt 2018 Open Days tutors and students work together to café offers a more informal eating and 27 and 28 June and 14 September achieve academic excellence and sustain study space. Our well-stocked libraries ox.ac.uk/opendays a progressive and lively community. are open 24 hours a day, and students Location have access to free sports facilities. All undergraduate students are housed Mansfield occupies one of the best in Mansfield accommodation. Most sites in Oxford, a short walk away from the Science Area and University libraries and close to the Mansfield is... city centre, but in a quiet position near the University Parks. Map ref 14. …a full social …the best …full of new calendar. college for ideas. There is a There’s vegetarian real energy about always lots …all about equality. and vegan Mansfield, and going on. We have a diverse food in …a small space a nonconformist with a big heart. GABE and friendly student Oxford. streak that ZEYNAB body and great LIBBY marks us out financial support from the rest. available. JOE LUCY What can you study at Mansfield? See page 144

161 Merton

Merton is one of the oldest and most Undergraduates can live in college- Finding out more beautiful colleges in Oxford with owned accommodation for their whole www.merton.ox.ac.uk medieval and 17th-century buildings – course. Many rooms are ensuite, and +44 (0) 1865 276310 including our 13th-century chapel – and two are fully accessible for students Admissions information glorious, extensive gardens protected by with disabilities, one with an adjacent +44 (0) 1865 286316 the city wall. Modern facilities include a carer room. Merton’s hall food is among undergraduate.admissions@ lecture theatre and five new music the tastiest and best value in the merton.ox.ac.uk practice rooms. University, charged on a pay-as-you-go UCAS campus code: F basis. Student kitchens are also 2018 Open Days Ours is a close-knit community with a provided. 27 and 28 June and 14 September friendly and stimulating atmosphere, and ox.ac.uk/opendays superb academic and welfare support. Merton provides generous financial We have a strong ethos of widening support including grants for buying Location participation and are keen to attract books, language learning, course-related From a quiet, cobbled lane off the talented applicants, whatever their expenses and projects and travel. High Street, Merton overlooks background. meadows stretching down to the River Thames. It is just a few minutes from University libraries and Merton is... departments. Our Holywell Street annexe is close to the Science Area. Map ref 15. …chatting at …large enough to the late gate have many circles for a long time …packed with …collaborating of friends, but after dinner …my home from home. also small enough lovely and with friends. with your friends on a problem set JULES to feel like part of supportive ELISABETH a Merton family. people at all via group-chat. BRAD KRISTY levels of the college. JACOB What can you study at Merton? See page 144

162 New College

New College is one of the largest and music of all styles and eras. We have a Finding out more most architecturally striking colleges, college orchestra, a number of choral www.new.ox.ac.uk with beautiful gardens and a variety of groups, and several practice rooms – +44 (0) 1865 279555 excellent facilities. including a dedicated ‘Band Room’. Admissions information We are very proud of our wonderful and New College also has fantastic sports +44 (0) 1865 279512 [email protected] diverse student body and encourage a facilities. Students can join one of our UCAS campus code: G friendly, open atmosphere throughout many teams, or just head down to the the college in which everyone can sports ground to play more casually. 2018 Open Days 27 and 28 June and 14 September flourish both socially and academically. Our students run a wide range of ox.ac.uk/opendays The college has a rich musical tradition, societies, from music and dance to Location in no small part due to our world- drama and film – there’s something famous chapel choir, and we celebrate here for everyone! New College is in the very heart of the city. Its central location offers convenient access to departments, as well as the vibrancy of the city centre itself. Map ref 16. New College is...

…driven but …a particularly caring members musical college… …lovely people and …more than its of one very fantastic student support the best decision Hogwarts-like beauty. It unique family, I have made. outside of the classroom. looks like a castle but with a variety BROGAN ELLEN it’s definitely a home; of talents and there’s a really strong interests. sense of community. ARAN GEORGIA What can you study at New College? See page 144

163 Oriel

Oriel is an inclusive, high-achieving variety of informal contexts. Students Finding out more academic community with a friendly are encouraged to enrich their studies www.oriel.ox.ac.uk atmosphere. We value diversity and by engaging in research activities in the +44 (0) 1865 276555 encourage applications from potential college and the wider University. We aim Admissions information students of all backgrounds. We also to help our students achieve the highest +44 (0) 1865 276522 recognise the financial needs of academic standards and prepare them [email protected] students and offer bursaries, prizes for for their future lives and careers. UCAS campus code: H academic achievement, generous travel Interdisciplinary sessions called Oriel 2018 Open Days grants and access to student support Talks foster informal academic 27 and 28 June and 14 September funds. A dedicated welfare team offers conversation between students and ox.ac.uk/opendays support to all students. Our tutors take tutors. The vibrant college life can be Location a keen interest in the academic and experienced through numerous channels personal development of their students including music, the chapel choir, drama Oriel’s main entrance is on Oriel Square in the city centre, just off the through interactions in tutorials and a and sport. High Street. Shops, the Bodleian Oriel is... Library, University departments and the railway/bus stations are only a short walk away. Map ref 17.

…an amazing ...a community college with a where everyone central location, ...able to accommodate knows everyone, ...a place with ...a family with its a well-stocked you for three or four can be themselves, something for own culture, where 24/7 library, years, meaning the and do what they everyone, from everyone is valued beautiful quads sense of college enjoy. sport to music for who they are. SIMON to drama and and comfy community becomes SEB rooms. really strong as you go so much more. MOLLY through your degree. ALI MADDY What can you study at Oriel? See page 144

164 PEMBPembrokeROKE COLLEGE OXFORD

Pembroke is a lively, inclusive and three years of their degree. We also have Finding out more supportive academic community, with a a 24-hour library, and our Junior www.pmb.ox.ac.uk commitment to excellence. Our strong Common Room (JCR) is proud to own an +44 (0) 1865 276444 interdisciplinary ethos and collaborative art collection and gallery! Admissions information environment encourages undergraduates, Our commitment to academic excellence +44 (0) 1865 276412 graduates and academic staff to work [email protected] is underwritten by generous book grants together and enables Pembroke students UCAS campus code: I for humanities and social science to enhance their studies with a broader students, fully funded summer 2018 Open Days outlook on the world. We support each 27 and 28 June and 14 September internships for science students, and other as individuals and members of a ox.ac.uk/opendays travel grants. A very generous close-knit community and also offer scholarship scheme includes an Location extensive welfare provision. accommodation discount and hardship Pembroke is located in the heart of Pembroke is able to offer undergraduate funds to support those in need. Oxford city centre, just off St students accommodation for at least Aldate’s. Map ref 18.

Pembroke is... …a central …supportive staff and location and mix students. Come with …truly special. It is not simply an between old and ...taking a few an open mind – I’m incredible academic institution where new buildings. minutes out of your involved in projects you are given the tools and freedom Since being here day to enjoy the and societies that I to grow intellectually and delve into I have been truly serenity of our JCR would never have areas of study both exciting and new, shocked at how art gallery. envisaged being part but is also an environment which in supportive and IMOGEN of prior to Oxford. being so caring and warm, aids and welcoming the allows you to develop your passions entire college ISABEL and ‘self’ beyond the curriculum, at community is. every turn. GRAHAM What can you study at CAROLINA Pembroke? See page 144

165 THe Queen’s College

The student body at Queen’s is diverse, friendships commonly form across both Finding out more dynamic and inclusive, with the college year and subject groups. www.queens.ox.ac.uk hardship fund providing generous +44 (0) 1865 279120 As a place to live, study and socialise, support in cases of financial need. Each Queen’s is a fabulous mix of old and Admissions information year we welcome undergraduates drawn new. The 17th-century Upper Library is +44 (0) 1865 279161 from every part of the UK and across [email protected] one of the finest reading rooms in the wider world. Both students and UCAS campus code: J Oxford while the New Library is a tutors are passionate about their chosen fantastic contemporary space for study. 2018 Open Days fields and the college also has a strong 27 and 28 June and 14 September Musical performances, film screenings tradition in music, sport and drama. The ox.ac.uk/opendays and visiting speakers are hosted in the popular JCR (Junior Common Room) tea state-of-the-art auditorium, only a Location is held daily in the common room and is short walk from the striking classical evidence of the strength of the Queen’s stands prominently on the architecture of the Front Quad. High Street, a few minutes’ walk undergraduate community, where from the Bodleian Library, the University’s Science Area, Christ Queen’s is... Church Meadow and the city centre. Buses to London leave from right outside the front gates. Map ref 19.

…close to both …friendly, …never being the centre and inspiring, Cowley Road, bored! There …the unique bond beautiful. giving students …having a financial is always between the students. LIZZIE something to two different support system that NICOLE means everyone is on get involved but equally a level playing field. in, something fascinating BILLY new to try. perspectives ELI of Oxford. What can you study at GABRIELLE Queen’s? See page 144

166 Regent’s Park Permanent Private Hall

Regent’s Park College specialises in the academic results. Tutors give meticulous Finding out more arts, humanities and social sciences. Our care to the academic well-being of their www.rpc.ox.ac.uk beautiful quad offers a retreat from the students, providing them with a +44 (0) 1865 288120 bustle of the city but also puts you just supportive environment as they move Admissions information minutes from everything you will need. towards success in their final +44 (0) 1865 288153 examinations. Students are members of academic.administrator@ Regent’s is famed for its friendly many college committees including the regents.ox.ac.uk atmosphere and strong sense of Governing Body and their views are UCAS campus code: 8 community, and its undergraduates actively sought in determining college 2018 Open Days often excel in the sporting and cultural policies. 27 and 28 June and 14 September life of the University as well as in ox.ac.uk/opendays Location Regent’s is located in the city centre, just off St Giles’. We are within Regent’s Park is... walking distance of most of the University libraries and departments and within reach of the city’s …warm, amenities. Map ref 20. …always being welcoming …a small college, surrounded by and genuinely so it’s really friendly faces. You homely. …a feeling easy to get to know everyone, …hands-down the best will never go into NAOMI of inclusion quad in Oxford – a dinner, the JCR or which is regardless of year or subject. tranquil green retreat. the bar and there not second to HOLLY be someone happy none. TABBI to chat to you. SAM ELLIE What can you study at Regent’s Park? See page 144

167 St Anne’s

St Anne’s is a down-to-earth, friendly but there are also formal guest nights. Finding out more and independent-minded college that We have self-catering kitchenettes and www.st-annes.ox.ac.uk takes people for what they are. It is a popular coffee shop. Our large library +44 (0) 1865 274800 modern in its outlook and architecture is open 24 hours a day and houses over Admissions information and open to the world, informal and yet 110,000 books. We hold many events +44 (0) 1865 274825 academically demanding. We are proud throughout the year including regular [email protected] to be an international and diverse music nights, film screenings and guest UCAS campus code: K community and we take student welfare lectures. We have an a cappella choir, an 2018 Open Days extremely seriously. We stand, above orchestra and a wide range of sports 27 and 28 June and 14 September all, for the following principles: teams. The Junior Common Room ox.ac.uk/opendays opportunity, collaboration and being organises everything from discussion Location forward looking and far reaching. groups to art classes. St Anne’s is north of the city centre St Anne’s is renowned for the quality of – 5 minutes by bike – by the its food. Most meals are relaxed affairs University Parks and close to the Science Area, Ashmolean Museum, St Anne’s is... Modern Languages and Classics Faculties and Mathematical and Oriental Institutes, as well as the …the excellent Radcliffe Observatory Quarter. …a wonderfully support network …not pretentious Map ref 21. welcoming that there has or intimidating – ...the diversity, community of been when you get to enjoy the chat and students and staff things don’t go all the architecture the vibrant atmosphere, …a spirit of collaboration from all kinds of according to around Oxford rather than competition, which backgrounds, but live in a place as well as the plan – both is really encouraging. SOPHIE made all the academically which is informal feeling that better by our and non- and welcoming – you’re part of a team. ALEX college tortoise, academically. the best of both What can you study at St Tortellini! RAMANI CLAIRE worlds. AMY Anne’s? See page 144

168 St Benet’s Hall Permanent Private Hall

Small and friendly, St Benet’s is the hall and full engagement in University Finding out more nearest equivalent today to the first activities outside it. Tutors, students and www.st-benets.ox.ac.uk halls of the University, with close daily monks all eat together at one common +44 (0) 1865 280556 contact between tutors and students. table and share one main common room. Admissions information Originally founded for Benedictine With no high table, the hall strives to +44 (0) 1865 280559 monks, the vast majority of its create a relaxed, egalitarian atmosphere. [email protected] students are now men and women The hall has its own drama club and UCAS campus code: 1 of all faiths and none. Graduates and rowing team, but students participate in 2018 Open Days undergraduates form a joint student many other clubs and teams, having won 27 and 28 June and 14 September body of about 85, specialising in the historically more sporting Blues per head ox.ac.uk/opendays humanities and social sciences. than any other college. Location Particularly homely, St Benet’s provides a strong sense of community within the St Benet’s is at 38 St Giles’, close to the very centre of Oxford and to the Radcliffe Observatory Quarter. It is ideally situated for relevant departments and libraries. A second St Benet’s is... building is 10 minutes’ walk away at 11 Norham Gardens. Map ref 22. …forging lasting friendships with …knowing …having tutors who …being in a small fellow students practically can afford you a cohort, which from every year everyone within …a close-knit community massive amount of means plenty of group – this a few weeks – that is friendly and yet time thanks to the individual and diversity has and I was full of diverse and small student-to- group support – really helped to impressed by interesting opinions. MARC teacher ratio. JAMES I’m glad to be part challenge and the support of the Benet’s stimulate how I given by the community. JOE approach my hall. RORY What can you study at St own studies. Benet’s ? See page 144 CORMAC 169 St Catherine’s

Catz is Oxford’s youngest The vast majority of undergraduates live Finding out more undergraduate college and one of its in college for three years. There are www.stcatz.ox.ac.uk largest and most diverse communities. excellent facilities, including a large +44 (0) 1865 271700 We treasure the traditional values of college library, well-equipped computer Admissions information Oxford college life, but pursue a rooms and a spacious and comfortable +44 (0) 1865 271703 distinctly modern agenda. Junior Common Room. Sport, music, art [email protected] and drama enjoy a high profile in the UCAS campus code: L We offer a wide range of subjects, with college; on site there are squash courts, a broadly even split between science 2018 Open Days a gymnasium, a punt house, a music 27 and 28 June and 14 September and arts. The college is proud of its house for practice and performance, ox.ac.uk/opendays place at the forefront of innovation, and theatres for both indoor and research and contemporary culture. Its Location outdoor productions. modern architecture and restful open St Catherine’s is situated in an ideal spaces (Grade I listed) give the college a location: very close to the city centre, friendly and relaxed atmosphere. yet surrounded by meadows, parks and water. The Science Area and St Catherine’s is... many University libraries and departments are nearby (including English, Law, Economics and Politics). Map ref 23. …a place …the best of where our both worlds – …a diverse tutors seem ...a tranquil modern but still community of to really care environment, due to …such a friendly place has traditional students, coming about our the lack of tourists with great student from different aspects. I would development and the surrounding welfare! MARIA definitely call it backgrounds, outside of nature, which makes home. studying different academic Catz a special place MADELEINE subjects, and for me. work as well What can you study at St having different as within it. TEODOR interests. NINA Catherine’s? See page 144 GEORGE 170 St Edmund Hall

St Edmund Hall is home to a large, Today it is a beautiful blend of the old Finding out more diverse and inclusive community. and new, with buildings dating from www.seh.ox.ac.uk Renowned for our friendly and relaxed every century since the 16th, including +44 (0) 1865 279000 atmosphere, we are nevertheless firmly the atmospheric college library set in Admissions information committed to academic excellence and the reconfigured Norman church of +44 (0) 1865 279009 opportunity. The hall’s intake of St Peter-in-the-East. We have thriving [email protected] approximately 110 undergraduates, sports teams, as well as a long tradition UCAS campus code: M selected on merit and irrespective of in music, creative writing and journalism. 2018 Open Days background, comprises students with We provide college grants and 27 and 28 June and 14 September academic ability, passion for their Masterclass awards to fund academic ox.ac.uk/opendays subjects and the potential to excel. materials, travel and extra-curricular Location Known across the University as activities, as well as prizes for high- ‘Teddy Hall’, the college’s history can achieving students. St Edmund Hall occupies a tranquil and relaxed location in the city be traced back to the 13th century. centre, just off the High Street in Queen’s Lane, with easy access to St Edmund Hall is... departments, libraries, museums and shops. Map ref 24. …full of …home to tutors …the perfect wonderful tutors who are the environment who listen to most intelligent, in which to …famous for your academic supportive and …a really inclusive stretch yourself its food. Our needs and do interesting community where there’s academically, to chef is amazing, everything they people I have always something to get explore new ideas and every meal ever met. can to help you involved in. NATHAN and to pursue achieve your is brilliant, even MEG your interests potential. LOTTIE for a fussy wherever they eater like me! What can you study at St may take you. HASEEM Edmund Hall? See page 144 ADAM 171 St Hilda’s

St Hilda’s is one of the larger progressive committed tutors. St Hilda’s also offers Finding out more colleges, situated alongside the River a generous range of college awards for www.st-hildas.ox.ac.uk Cherwell in a spacious and beautiful site. academic work, travel, sport and other +44 (0) 1865 276815 activities. All first year students live on The motto of St Hilda’s is excellence Admissions information the college’s main site, where self- and equality. This captures a very clear +44 (0) 1865 286620 catering facilities are available, as well [email protected] and powerful focus on supporting our as a highly rated dining hall, and one of UCAS campus code: N students – to be the best they possibly the most extensive library collections. can academically, in an environment 2018 Open Days 27 and 28 June and 14 September which allows them to thrive – whatever St Hilda’s provides all the right ox.ac.uk/opendays their background. ingredients for success in your degree, in one of the most friendly and relaxing Location The college is a caring academic settings to be a student in Oxford. environment, with passionate and The college is on a beautiful riverside site with easy access to the city centre, the University sports complex and the lively culture of St Hilda’s is... east Oxford. Map ref 25.

...tutors and …in a great lecturers who are …feeling at ease with some location split ...grounded and friendly. so passionate of the best welfare support in right between about their subject the whole of the University. the great city You meet people with a wide range of experiences, – I’ve benefited NEYET centre and the tremendously from lively Cowley from a range of different cultures. The atmosphere the tutorial system. Road. JASPER is always interesting, never SUSANNAH competitive. LAWRENCE What can you study at St Hilda’s? See page 144

172 St Hugh’s

St Hugh’s is one of the largest colleges St Hugh’s offers accommodation (much Finding out more in Oxford, set in beautiful and extensive of it ensuite) throughout an www.st-hughs.ox.ac.uk grounds just north of the city centre. undergraduate’s course, along with a +44 (0) 1865 274900 Known for its tranquil gardens, the large, well-stocked college library and Admissions information college was established to offer an Bodleian Reading Room. The college is a +44 (0) 1865 274910 Oxford education to women who could supportive environment; funds are [email protected] not afford the fees of the University at available to address unforeseen financial UCAS campus code: R the time. St Hugh’s now accepts men hardship. There is a gym and student- 2018 Open Days and women, welcoming students from run bar, and its chapel (and separate 27 and 28 June and 14 September every kind of background; it retains a multi-faith prayer room) is open to all ox.ac.uk/opendays strong sense of its radical tradition and college members, regardless of belief. Location of the importance of opening Oxford to all who would do well here. St Hugh’s College is about 12 minutes’ walk from the city centre: within easy reach of University departments and libraries, many of St Hugh’s is... which are also slightly north of the centre. The college lodge can be found on St Margaret’s Road. …having fantastic tutors – Map ref 26. each has their own style, …having a 24-hour but tutorials are always …far enough library, which is the …a big college, so there’s really interesting. The from town to dream. It is a very something and someone for workload has been just what have huge open open, light space everybody – you’ll certainly I’d hoped for – challenging, grounds, but with excellent find a group of people for you. but without leaving you close enough to resources. ELISE feeling too overwhelmed. get to lectures ANNA CURTIS in five minutes! JESSY What can you study at St Hugh’s? See page 144

173 St John’s

St John’s is proud of its reputation for build a strong sense of community. We Finding out more academic excellence within a vibrant, also offer additional grants and prizes to www.sjc.ox.ac.uk supportive and socially diverse help with academic-related expenses, +44 (0) 1865 277300 community. We offer one of the widest such as books and computing Admissions information ranges of subject choice for equipment, travel and vacation study, +44 (0) 1865 277317 undergraduates, taught by tutors and projects and dissertations. [email protected] lecturers who are experts in their fields. UCAS campus code: S A diverse range of programmes and Our excellent academic facilities include facilities for art, music, sport and drama 2018 Open Days a new, fully accessible study centre. 27 and 28 June and 14 September offer all our students the chance to ox.ac.uk/opendays Undergraduates benefit from reasonably pursue their wider interests, from priced meals and accommodation. With beginner to expert level. Location on-site rooms guaranteed for the You can find us in the city centre, duration of a degree, we are able to just off St Giles’ and a short walk from many departments and the Science Area. We have extensive grounds and beautiful gardens. St John’s is... Map ref 27.

...so much support from ...very professional ...incredibly ...so many generous different people and experienced tutors. whether it be smart, friendly, I find their comments welfare and ...making the interesting and financial most of the from the Student extremely helpful. Welfare Officers accepting DEBJIT provisions. outstanding people. EVELYN or the college facilities available MARIUS in the college. Chaplain. JEN VALÉRY What can you study at St John’s? See page 144

174 St Peter’s

St Peter’s is noted for its friendliness, The library is open 24 hours a day and Finding out more flexibility, inclusivity, informality and has a dedicated law library. www.spc.ox.ac.uk excellent relations between students +44 (0) 1865 278900 A wide range of sports is played at and tutors. We encourage students St Peter’s. The college has access to Admissions information from all backgrounds to apply. A student shared sports facilities, including a +44 (0) 1865 278863 finance officer is available to help [email protected] boathouse and subsidised gym students. UCAS campus code: T membership. Accommodation includes single study 2018 Open Days Artistic activities and college 27 and 28 June and 14 September bedrooms on the main site and purpose- publications flourish and distinguished ox.ac.uk/opendays built ensuite residences (with small speakers regularly give talks. Music is a communal kitchens) a short walk away. Location particular strength, with a strong A delicious range of food is available instrumental, mixed choral and jazz The college is in the very centre of three times a day on a pay-as-you-go Oxford close to University tradition. system. There is also a student-run bar. departments and libraries, and with easy access to both bus and railway stations. Oxford’s shops, cafés, St Peter’s is... theatres and cinemas are also just minutes away. Map ref 28.

...an incredibly ...a college ...everyone friendly atmosphere where being so with someone to deal ...a 10/10 close- you’ll be ...a well-grounded supportive of with any concern knit and inclusive appreciated atmosphere and each other. that you may have, community, for being vibrant student body. St Peter’s is no matter how little. whether you yourself. SAM truly a home DAISY are mid-essay away from or mid-pint. SAGA home! OLIVER HAMISH What can you study at St Peter’s? See page 144

175 Somerville

From its foundation in 1879 Somerville’s is known for its good food catering for Finding out more graduates have been changing the all tastes and a bar/coffee shop serving www.some.ox.ac.uk world. Our former students include two food and drink throughout the day. +44 (0) 1865 270600 prime ministers, the only British woman Somerville has one of the best Admissions information to win a Nobel Prize for science, and undergraduate libraries in Oxford, +44 (0) 1865 270619 pioneers in literature and public service. [email protected] containing more than 120,000 books Somerville provides strong support to its UCAS campus code: U and open 24 hours a day. students to help them achieve their full 2018 Open Days potential. Generous travel and special project 27 and 28 June and 14 September grants are offered to help students ox.ac.uk/opendays From the 2018 intake onwards we widen their experience during vacations expect that every undergraduate will be Location and to help with volunteering. able to live on the main college site for Somerville is next door to the the duration of their degree. Somerville Mathematics and Humanities facilities in the Radcliffe Observatory Quarter, and a 5-minute walk from Somerville is... the Science Area. It is easy to walk or cycle to anywhere else in the University. Map ref 30.

…the right …a place you balance of look forward …a community academia, to returning where freedom …a feeling of home, regardless of fun and …a place where to after every of expression is who you are, where you’re from, friendliness. you can be yourself vacation. accepted and your gender or race or sexuality. NINA and feel at home. LEANNE valued. CATRIN BARNABY FIN What can you study at Somerville? See page 144

176 Trinity

Trinity is a medium-sized college community are the ideal basis for Finding out more occupying a beautiful, spacious site in academic success. www.trinity.ox.ac.uk the city centre. Relationships between +44 (0) 1865 279900 Our students are involved in a wide students and tutors are open and range of activities, and reflect a diverse Admissions information friendly. and inclusive community. The Trinity +44 (0) 1865 279860 [email protected] We welcome applicants from all Players stage at least two productions a UCAS campus code: W backgrounds and are committed to year, including one on our lawns. Many ensuring each student benefits fully of our sports teams flourish. Our non- 2018 Open Days 27 and 28 June and 14 September from their time at Trinity. We provide auditioned choir gives recitals both in ox.ac.uk/opendays accommodation for all years of an Oxford and on tour, in recent years undergraduate course and our food is visiting Tuscany, Budapest and Madrid. Location renowned as among the best in Oxford. Many subjects also have their own Trinity’s central location means our Our excellent facilities, generous societies, hosting guest speakers and main entrance on Broad Street is bursaries and welcoming student social events. just a stone’s throw from the Bodleian Library, while our back gate Trinity is... on Parks Road puts us 5 minutes’ walk away from the Science Area. Map ref 31. …by far the …down to best choice …a fantastic earth and I have ever place to work …a super friendly friendly, set made! and relax on community; the in spectacular …always feeling LAURA our vast lawns size of our student surroundings. welcomed and in the sun. body means that MARK appreciated. NICK we all know each HANNAH other well! KATHY What can you study at Trinity? See page 144

177 University College

Students from all sorts of backgrounds numerous workstations and resources. Finding out more find Univ’s inclusive and friendly Alongside our reputation for academic www.univ.ox.ac.uk atmosphere enables them to pursue excellence we have strong welfare and +44 (0) 1865 276602 their academic interests to the highest student support systems and offer a Admissions information level. The pioneering Univ Opportunity generous bursary scheme. +44 (0) 1865 276677 Programme, recently launched, has [email protected] Many students take advantage of a increased the number of places available, UCAS campus code: X wealth of extra-curricular opportunities in particular for able students from including music, drama and sport. Our 2018 Open Days disadvantaged backgrounds. 27 and 28 June and 14 September enthusiastic student ambassadors ox.ac.uk/opendays Our commitment to provide the best engage with prospective applicants to possible support to our students begins inform and encourage them. Location immediately on arrival with our free pre- Though having a claim to be Oxford’s Univ is on the High Street, just sessional Maths Week for students of minutes away from libraries, lecture oldest college, we are thoroughly the relevant sciences. Two 24-hour theatres and laboratories, and close forward thinking in aspiration and libraries provide constant access to to shops, restaurants, parks and the modern in outlook. river. Historic and modern buildings Univ is... surrounding tranquil courtyards and leafy gardens contrast with the busy street outside. Map ref 32. …a casual …a home chat to away from the porters …a sigh of relief when you’ve come home where …a place full of on your …being back from a busy morning straight into I’ve always way to a challenged the waiting arms of a ‘Welfare Tea’. felt welcome. people who are unapologetically lecture. academically LEENAH TALLY friendly. SOPHIE in a supportive MANINDER environment. What can you study at Univ? MEGAN See page 144

178 Wadham

Wadham has high academic standards a library with over 40,000 texts and a Finding out more maintained in an informal and progressive computer room. There are frequent www.wadham.ox.ac.uk atmosphere. We welcome academic productions in our theatre and in the +44 (0) 1865 277900 excellence, diversity and independence Holywell Music Room. Sports facilities Admissions information and are known for our inclusive and include a gym, badminton and squash +44 (0) 1865 277545 welcoming culture. Wadham is one of the courts, a boathouse and a sports ground [email protected] larger colleges and offers most of the with pavilion. UCAS campus code: Y undergraduate courses available at Wadham currently offers undergraduates 2018 Open Days Oxford. 27 and 28 June and 14 September accommodation in their first and final ox.ac.uk/opendays Our Student Union provides facilities and years. Building schedules permitting, we support for students and organises hope to offer undergraduates joining in Location charity, cultural, entertainment and 2019 accommodation throughout their Located in the city centre, Wadham welfare events. studies. High-quality and affordable has large, quiet grounds, with some meals are available to all students on the of the most beautiful gardens and Wadham students have access to main college site. buildings in Oxford. The Bodleian excellent resources and facilities, including Library is just across the road and the Science Area is only a few Wadham is... minutes’ walk away. Map ref 33.

…a place where you …the home of …always can be great debate, …the most gorgeous library where having yourself. encouraging you can curl up on a beanbag with …a supportive a view of the gardens. someone KATIE freedom of environment LINETTE to support with stimulating thought and you. tutors. expression. GEORGIA ROWAN JACK What can you study at Wadham? See page 144

179 Worcester

Worcester is set within 26 acres of their degree. All rooms are on site or no Finding out more award-winning gardens and wooded more than 300 metres from the www.worc.ox.ac.uk grounds including a lake and on-site perimeter. Some are in historic buildings, +44 (0) 1865 278300 sports fields. It is a happy blend of but many have been recently built or Admissions information ancient and modern, with buildings from refurbished, and over two-thirds are +44 (0) 1865 278391 medieval cottages to self-catering ensuite with access to nearby kitchen [email protected] accommodation completed in the last facilities. Worcester has a well-deserved UCAS campus code: Z decade. Undergraduates enjoy a wide reputation for excellent food at low 2018 Open Days range of extra-curricular activities prices and many students choose to eat 27 and 28 June and 14 September including sport, music and drama, in the college’s dining hall. The college ox.ac.uk/opendays making Worcester a diverse and vibrant offers a friendly and welcoming Location academic community. environment for students to work and socialise. The college entrance is close to the The college aims to offer accommodation city centre and coach station, and a to all undergraduates for three years of 10-minute walk from the railway station. Map ref 34. Worcester is...

…like this green oasis at …gardens and …being able to do …alongside the pitches that the heart of the city. many sports, but It has plenty of wide academic and extra- are fantastic this doesn’t mean curricular side to college …having such a places to relax open space to go for a tangible sense you have to do wander – if you don’t life, a great social scene. or play sport, sport if that’s not With lots of organised of support and and there is a mind making way for your thing. EMMA and unorganised fun, encouragement really friendly our ducks! FRANCIS there’s always an – the staff and vibe between opportunity to let your students have everyone in What can you study at hair down! EMMA become my college. STUART second family. Worcester? See page 144 HANNAH 180 Wycliffe Hall Permanent Private Hall for students aged 21+ only

Wycliffe is a warm and welcoming Wycliffe accepts mature students Finding out more evangelical theological college which (those aged 21 and over) to study for www.wycliffehall.org.uk/study places a strong emphasis on Christian the BA in Theology and Religion or the +44 (0) 1865 274200 community and commitment. Students BA in Philosophy and Theology, very Admissions information are encouraged to play an active part in often with Senior Status (where the +44 (0) 1865 274205 the life and worship of the hall. We aim student has already completed an [email protected] to equip our students through excellent undergraduate degree, and may start UCAS campus code: P academic teaching, practical ministry an Oxford undergraduate degree in its 2018 Open Days experience and living as part of a vibrant second year). Wycliffe also offers 27 and 28 June and 14 September and supportive Christian community. specialist courses for those wishing to ox.ac.uk/opendays train for Christian ministry. Wycliffe students and tutors Location consistently gain the highest academic Our student body is delightfully diverse, The hall is a 5-minute walk from awards within the University and our comprising women and men of many the historic centre of Oxford and alumni have experienced some fantastic different nationalities and traditions. is adjacent to the beautiful success as theologians, apologists and Such an environment makes for a rich University Parks. Map ref 35. church leaders. and creative milieu of ideas, and lifelong friendships.

Wycliffe Hall is...

…playing an important role in my …doing it all together in understanding of what it means …a supportive and a community: a great to ‘do theology’ in a community. stimulating college as place to be and one ALISTAIR well as great fun, which which is really authentic. well prepared me for HANNAH my future. LYDIA What can you study at Wycliffe Hall? See page 144

181 Accommodation

On arrival Outside term time All first year students are offered college Students usually stay in college during time term accommodation either on the main site of only, so for three terms of eight to nine weeks their college or in a nearby college annexe. each. However, it may be possible to arrange to This means that your neighbours will also stay in college accommodation over the holidays be ‘freshers’ and new to life at Oxford. This or to stay with friends renting privately. Some accommodation is guaranteed, so you don’t people use this time to work, others just enjoy need to worry about finding somewhere to being in Oxford. You may also be able to arrange live after accepting a place here. All this is to store your belongings in your college if you organised for you before you arrive. need to.

Other years Living out Some students move into private Moving into private accommodation can be accommodation with friends after their first a good option if you want to live with friends year but all colleges offer at least one further from other colleges. For many people, this is year of accommodation. Some offer this for the perfect way to experience independent the entire duration of your degree. Regardless living for the first time. It does tend to be more of whether you are living in college, your expensive as you normally pay for the house tutorials will normally be in your college and during the holidays as well as term time. The you will still have access to all college facilities University’s Accommodation Office can help find (including hot meals and washing machines!) suitable places to rent. Rental accommodation is and welfare support. rarely more than a few minutes from the city centre. Types of college accommodation Accommodation does vary across colleges so Can I commute? if you are able to come to an open day before All undergraduates are required to live within six making an application be sure to have a look miles of central Oxford or 25 miles if living with round several different colleges. There is a your parent(s) or guardian(s). There are some wide range of accommodation, with some exceptions to this but overall Oxford believes having ensuite bathrooms, some with shared that this adds to the strong community feel kitchens and some with shared living space but within every college. no one has to share a bedroom. If you can’t visit, then have a look at our virtual college tours which include student accommodation. Read more about college living on ox.ac.uk/virtualtours page 142 Visit colleges on Oxford open days; see ox.ac.uk/opendays

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