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Best Books to Read to Learn English

Learning English is essential for international communication. Check out these top books to improve your vocabulary, grammar, speaking skills, and pronunciation. They provide valuable resources for anyone studying or working in an international community.

15 Classic British Authors to Read

Here are 15 influential British authors: More, Austen, Shelley, Dickens, Brontë, Eliot, Hardy, Woolf, Doyle, Christie, Tolkien, Orwell. Their works include utopia, novels, science fiction, crime, fantasy, and dystopia.

Debate Like a Pro: My Experience with Oxford Summer Courses

Oxford Summer Courses partnered with Oxford Union for online debating. Jessica won the competition, gaining confidence and skills. Tutor Mitch taught strategic debating and the disciplined British Parliamentary Style.

5 Unusual University of Oxford Traditions

Discover the unique traditions of the University of Oxford, from wearing white tie to colour-coded carnations. Experience college families, May Bumps rowing race, and the time difference. Join our summer courses for an authentic Oxford student experience. Browse available courses now.

5 Ghosts That Haunt The University of Oxford

Explore Oxford University's ghostly past: King Charles I haunts Christ Church College and the Bodleian Library, Colonel Windebank lingers in Merton College, Archbishop Laud appears in St John's College Library, Obadiah Walker haunts University College, and Wadham College's mysterious robed figure.

Exploring University of Oxford's Links to India

Oxford has a strong relationship with India, dating back to 1579. It now has 80 Indian academics, 380 students, and 1,500 alumni. Indian students are drawn to Oxford's experts, unique learning style, and skill-building opportunities.

Oxford Writers | 6 Literary Greats from Oxford

Oxford University nurtured great writers like Samuel Johnson, Oscar Wilde, J.R.R. Tolkien, Agatha Christie, and Dorothy L. Sayers. From dictionaries to fantasy novels, their works continue to captivate readers worldwide. Oxford's literary legacy offers something for every bookworm to enjoy.

Oxford's Famous Alumni: Who Made the List?

Oxford University: 900 years of notable alumni. Suffragette Emily Davison fought for women's rights. Einstein's papers revolutionised physics. Hawking advanced black hole understanding despite ALS.

Formal Hall at Oxford Summer Courses

Discover the charm of formal hall at Oxford Summer Courses. Two elegant dinners at Somerville or Wadham. Dress to impress, mingle with course-mates, and capture memories. Immerse in college history. Indulge in expertly paired food and wine. Remember cutlery etiquette.

Reasons to Study in Oxford in Winter

Experience winter in Oxford! Walk in green spaces, explore the Covered Market, visit museums, enjoy cosy college accommodation, learn from expert tutors, watch a pantomime, explore the Christmas market, go shopping, and immerse in the festive atmosphere.

Singapore Diaries - Part One

Introducing the 'Singapore Diaries' - a three-part article series from our on-course staff about what students on our 2019 summer courses in Singapore enjoyed during their time there.

Summer Courses in London

Study in London with Oxford Summer Courses: Learn in a changing city post-Brexit, engage with leading companies, and gain real-world experience. Expand your perspective, make international friends, and explore top London attractions.