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University of Oxford
University of Oxford, Wellington Square, OX1 2JD OXFORD, United Kingdom
4.10 / 5 based on 144 reviews.
Description:
Oxford is a unique and historic institution. As the oldest English-speaking university in the world, it lays claim to eight centuries of continuous existence. Since WWII, Oxford has added to its humanistic core a major new research capacity in the natural and applied sciences, including medicine. In so doing, it has enhanced and strengthened its traditional role as a focus for learning and a forum for intellectual debate.
90% of students recommend
144 reviews
9 5-star reviews of University of Oxford
Review by Amanda, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, United States
Literature, University Agreement 
HOUSING
Personal assessment
Type of housing: On campus
Arranged by: Host university
If returning, I would choose: On campus
Why? Oxford is absolutely beautiful and the dorms are more than accommodating, particularly in comparison to an American university's on campus accommodations. I lived right in University College with a view that overlooked the library and could also hear the people gathering at the beer cellar bellow my room. I had a sitting room and smaller bedroom which included a sink. Additionally, Oxford provided a cleaning and turn over service which straighted our rooms every morning. Also, the campus feels extremely safe.
Personal comments:
The house is more than enough for anyone, particularly an American student. Many of my friends, including myself, that lived in University College had a sitting room and a bedroom. The staff at Oxford takes care of cleaning the rooms. This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
STUDENT LIFE
Personal social experience
Describe host city: Student life dominates the city
Nightlife: Takes place mostly within the university/student environment Travel: Takes place mostly outside the university/student environment Activities: Takes place both within and outside of the university/student environment Personal comments:
We went to this bar called Bridge almost every night we were in Oxford. It was so much fun, very much an American-ized taste in music. It was funny how almost every bar we went to played a Grease medley. I really enjoyed eating at Harvey's and Pret-A-Manger, both great eateries for sandwiches. The covered marker is also something that anyone should experience. I would also recommended Ahmed's for late night eating. It is an elongated kabob stand with all sorts of things to eat (the hummus and fries are AMAZING!) This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
ACADEMIC
My academic experiences
Course recommendations:
I only took a literature course, but I had an amazing teacher so I would recommend any literature course from Oxford.
My opinion of the university assessment
Personal comments:
Just do your work! Take advantage of extremely intelligent professors! This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
Language difficulties
Language of instruction: English
Was learning English a key decision factor?
No, it wasn't. Personal comments:
English is the primary language so communication is not difficult for any English speaking individual - although sometimes lingo and accents make things confusing. This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
EXPENSES
The accessibility of student needs
Main source of funding:
Family Other sources of funding:
Personal savings Work opportunities:
I didn't explore any work options Personal spending habits:
I wanted to take advantage of all opportunities. Also I am a picky eater. Food, Travel, Overall, Telephone: was more expensive than at home. Nightlife: was the same price as at home. Housing: was less expensive than at home.
Personal comments:
none This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
OVERALL
Important to choosing this university...
I wish I had known...
Not really, you have to go and learn! In my opinion:
Everybody loved it, you will too!
During my experience abroad, I ...
Personal recommendation:
It is AMAZING! FINAL COMMENTS
Come prepared as you can and make sure you have enough finances for your stay. See what the university will provide you so you can monitor your expenses. This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
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