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For centuries, Oxford has inspired writers with its iconic university and picturesque surroundings. Top 11 must-read fiction books set in Oxford include His Dark Materials, Brideshead Revisited, and Inspector Morse. From fantasy to crime, these novels capture the charm and history of the city.

Rachit Poddar, an Oxford Summer Courses alumnus, has achieved entrepreneurial success, leading a venture capital division and partnering with companies worth over $60 million. He credits the programme for its impactful learning experience, global connections, and development of people skills.

Choosing your dream career is challenging with countless opportunities available. Plan ahead during your education to pursue your desired path. Here are 12 interesting careers with their pathways to guide you.

Recommended books for our business summer courses: "Business Adventures," "The Innovator’s Dilemma," "The Intelligent Investor," "Shoe Dog," "Elon Musk," and "The Outsiders".

Prepare for your university interview: read, anticipate questions, have relevant experiences, ask questions, check requirements, dress well, practice mock interviews, and pack ahead.

Discover the 20 hardest UK degrees, ranked by difficulty. From Psychology to Microbiology, Economics to Philosophy, choose wisely based on your abilities, interests, and future aspirations. Remember, subject difficulty is subjective—trust your gut and enjoy the journey!

Laia Sitjes shares her experience studying English Literature at Oxford Summer Courses, praising the teaching, global friendships, and personal growth. Apply for an unforgettable academic journey in English Literature and Creative Writing.

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.

Discover 15 remarkable women engineers who transformed engineering and reshaped the world through their groundbreaking innovations.

Discover 15 remarkable women inventors who transformed technology and innovation, reshaping the world with their groundbreaking creations.

Discover 15 remarkable women artists who transformed the art world and reshaped culture through their creativity and innovation.

Discover 15 remarkable women mathematicians who transformed the world of numbers and reshaped the field of mathematics through their groundbreaking discoveries.