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Who Was Rugby Invented By?

Oxford celebrated England's 35-11 victory against Fiji in the Rugby World Cup. The tournament returns to its birthplace, England, where the sport originated in 1823. Rugby is popular in Oxford, with its university team dating back to 1869.

Safety First: Keeping Our Students Happy & Safe

Oxford Summer Courses prioritises student safety. Trained team, UK standards, inspections, supervised accommodation, staff ratios, limited outings, medical support, insurance, special requirements, airport transfers, photo use, parent contact, data protection.

Should I Attend a University Summer School in Year 12?

Experience university summer schools like Oxford Summer Courses. Benefits: subject trial, independent living, language skills, application support, university experience, renowned cities, friendships, fun, an edge.

Should I Attend a Medicine Summer Course in Year 12?

Discover medicine with Oxford Summer Courses! Learn, network, improve grades, experience university-style teaching, boost applications, make friends, and have fun!

Should I Study in the UK or the US?

Join Oxford Summer Courses for an incredible summer! Choose from UK (Oxford, Cambridge, London) or US (Stanford) courses. UK offers focused subject study in historic settings, while US allows exploration of various disciplines in California.

Job Guidance for Uncertain University Students

Choosing a career after graduation is overwhelming. Visit your university's career centre for guidance. Reflect on strengths and interests, research potential careers, gain work experience, and be open to change.

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.

Singapore Diaries - Part Two

Day 4 & 5 in Singapore: Workshops, museum visits, and stunning views from Marina Bay Sands. Students explored ArtScience Museum, experienced interactive installations, and discovered the history of Wonderland. Tutorials and mock interviews showcased their progress.

Singapore Diaries - Part Three

Students arrived, had seminars, workshops, and explored Singapore. They wrote essays, prepared for Dragons Den, and visited attractions like ArtScience Museum and Gardens by the Bay. Tutorials, mock interviews, and graduation followed.

Somerville College – Alumni

Oxford Summer Courses takes place at Somerville College, one of the first women's colleges in Oxford. It has an impressive alumni list, including Margaret Thatcher and Indira Ghandi. Cornelia Sorabji, a trailblazer in law, studied there.

How to Stand Out Academically: Part 2

Explore resources to expand your academic knowledge: podcasts like "In Our Time" and "Freakonomics," Oxford's General Philosophy Lectures, and recommended books like "What is the Name of This Book?".

Could You Start Your Own Social Enterprise?

Tanya Bakshi, an Oxford Leadership alumna, founded Youniverse to promote positive mental health. They conduct workshops and activities for children, teenagers, and adults.