University of Oxford

Reviews

Anonymous

Teaching is in general quite poor. A lot of self learning is required especially when it comes to the final years. Sport facilities are in extremely poor condition as well. The sports hall in Iffley stinks.

Anonymous

Really good facilities, world class teaching. Mostly done in colleges, so some variability as to whom your tutor is and how expert they are in their subject. Medicine faculty is great and course is currently ranked 1/3 in the world depending on who you ask.

Anonymous

My college is small, but comfortable and family-like as a result. Friendly faces are always nearby, our cafe is super cute and our libraries in college are great. I study English Language and Literature, and whilst the reading list is never ending and my tutors can be quite harsh, I’m loving the challenge of my degree. I’ve been impressed with the careers services offered to me particularly,as the Bright Network gives loads of great links to opportunities, as does the Oxford Hub for volunteers.

Anonymous

Oxford University is a fantastic place to study but does definitely have its downfalls. The academic pressure is intense and the tutorial system is a great way to learn more about subjects you are interested in. Sometimes there is a failure I feel to acknowledge just how much work students get and if you really do not enjoy what you’re signing up to study, then this place probably isn’t the best for you. Having said that, the University is beautiful with so many facilities that aren’t appreciated enough.

Anonymous

Really lovely uni. Quite a lot of work but worth it for the people and the opportunities. Beautiful city with lots to do. Quite expensive to live in but uni offers lots of bursaries and student support re. finances.

Anonymous

Oxford University is an amazing centre of learning with a huge array of facilities for your studies, leisure time and anything else you might want. The collegiate system is great and gives you a real sense of community, and the staff are all driven and passionate, as are the students.

Anonymous

As an historic institution Oxford has down its best, and often fails, to drag itself into the modern day. It’s student body does, on the whole, manage to make sure people battle through the trials and tribulations of university successfully

Anonymous

love meeting the people there, grrat fopd in college, great nightlofe. lots of events going on!!!!!0

Anonymous

I study at University College at Oxford. Our accommodation in first year is great - in the centre of town and of a high standard. However, in second year you are moved out to the Annexe which is a 30 minute walk away from the centre of town. The college system means that there is easy access to mental health services both in and out of college, and means that students are less likely to slip under the radar than in other universities.

Anonymous

It’s a beautiful city and a beautiful university. So far all my uni accommodation has been really good. Standard of teaching is great but organisation can sometimes be lacking.

Anonymous

Brilliant tutors, who will give a lot of their time to help you. Resources are easy to access, and plenty of websites and people to help you find and use books / sites / articles etc. The array of subjects that one can choose from is suitable for virtually all interests. People claim that the pressure is high, and it is, but ultimately it is a chance for people to cultivate their resistance to stress and pressure - you are never forced to push yourself above what you are capable of.

Anonymous

The university, and my experience with it so far, have been fantastic since I joined in October 2017. I would not hesitate to recommend that anyone apply, especially if they find themselves in the common position of loving their subject but not thinking they're good enough - it's a wonderfully diverse and welcoming environment, not to mention a great academic force, that has made my past two years here a pleasure.

Anonymous

At my college there are amazing facilities, free printing in my department, course books are available for free at pretty much any library, and the careers advisors are excellent. Also lots of opportunities for extracurriculars.

Anonymous

The course was engaging and intellectually stimulating. Good learning facilities too. The campus was beautiful with stunning architecture. Careers services were very good as a student and continue to be very good for Oxford's alumni.

Anonymous

Oxford has an absolutely beautiful campus with great facilities and a friendly atmosphere. The careers service is accessible and helpful and there are plenty of societies both college and University wise to get involved in to enrich the university experience.

Anonymous

Interesting and engaging course, well taught in lectures and tutorials are very focused. Good lab facilities as well as accommodation

Anonymous

The city is beautiful and most colleges are so central which is absolutely wonderful, the city is basically the university and you're surrounded by libraries, colleges and faculties which are absolutely stunning. As far as the course goes, you're going to be doing far more work than your friends at other universities and it really is stressful so you need to know what you're getting yourself in for. But it really is bearable if you love your subject. I personally am at Mansfield college and LOVE my accommodation and the people I've met there, as a state school student worried about oxford I was so pleasantly surprised by how amazing everyone is. Also the college system gives you even more opportunity for sport, like rowing which is a great thing to get involved with within your college. The student union is good, plus you have a JCR at your college which is also great. Career service is absolutely wonderful, so many opportunities to explore and the societies available e.g. law society and women in business give you even more great opportunities. It is hard but it is so worth it.

Anonymous

Most profoundinv part about my learning experience in Oxford is that there are tons of resources provided here. We have free access to the museums, lots of subject-specific public lectures and also talks open to all, and events related to all areas of interest. My favouroite part of my life is to visit Natural History museum. I've been there for the bacteria exhibition (they hung up a giant E. Coli in the ceiling) and also the light show. Cool stuff.

Anonymous

Oxford is not what I expected it to be. It was my biggest dream to end up at Such an institution but I have come to find that it is full of flaws that I could have easily avoided if I had chosen to go to another university. It has old, outdated traditions, the workload is unrealistic and the students can be just as bigoted as you might imagine. It's got beautiful buildings but what's the use when all you can do is work all day every day.

Anonymous

Wonderful city to study in with top quality facilities and academics. The tutorial system is a great idea and gives intense 1 on 1 learning with leaders in the field of study.

Anonymous

The campus is currently under construction at the college I go to so it's quite disruptive but a great uni

Anonymous

Great faculties, great lecturers, loads of learning resources. Had little exposure to the student union, but it appears to be doing a good job. Careers services are really good, they have really helped me with my applications.

Anonymous

This is a great university, I really appreciate the intensity of quality teaching, in particular the tutorial system.

Anonymous

Lovely campus, beautiful college and great library facilities. Being a uni town everything is convenient and easy to get to, little to no transportation cost. People are lovely and teaching is top tier. Really exciting to get lectured by the people who are writing our textbooks and involved in the things we're reading about.

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