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The University of Oxford was founded as a UK based public research university in Oxford, England. It was founded in 1096 and is the oldest university in the country. The university houses upto 239 buildings spanning across an area of 600000 sq. metres or more than 80 football pitches. The Oxford University address is Wellington Square, Oxford OX1 2JD, United Kingdom. There are upto 43 colleges under this university based in Oxford. Due to these reasons, Oxford University is a top choice amongst Indian students. Also read about the University of Oxford acceptance rate.

University of Oxford Campus Overview

The Oxford University campus is currently housing over 26,000 students including 12,470 undergraduates and 13,920postgraduates. About 46% of the students are of non-UK origin. Check some things to know before applying to Oxford University admissions mentioned below-

Clubs and societies: There are more than 400 clubs and societies available for students to explore. 200 of these are officially recognised societies not related to sports.
Career Services: Oxford provides a CareerConnect platform to help its associated people to find hundreds of vacancies for volunteering, work experience, internships etc. There are also Career Service-run internship programmes
Commute: Students can choose to travel to and fro from the University of Oxford campus via cycling, Stagecoach and the Oxford Bus Company buses as well as underground rails.

University of Oxford Athletics

The Active at Oxford campaign is designed to involve students in sports and physical activities more. Students can join and come whenever without fearing any commitments. The Oxford University Sport on Iffley Road offers athletic facilities like a swimming pool, a gym, racket sports courts, fitness classes, a running track etc. Students can also join any of the 81 sports clubs available, ranging from sports like Taekwondo to Octopush.

Most colleges have rowing, hockey, football and rugby teams to join as well. The university organizes annual sports events like the annual Boat Race between Oxford University and Cambridge University as well as other long standing traditions like the Varsity Match.

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University of Oxford Top Courses

According to UCAS, the Oxford University courses consist of 280 full-time UG and 262 full-time PG courses for its students. The Complete University Guide's subject ranking mentioned a few of the following subjects in its 2026 top ten ranking: Biomedical Sciences, Business & Management Studies, Computer Science, Geography and Environmental Science, Materials Technology, Politics and Psychology. Some of the top ranking courses as per US News ranking are:

#1 in Arts and Humanities	#3 in Mathematics
#9 in Biology and Biochemistry	#14 in Economics and Business
#21 in Computer Science	#30 in Artificial Intelligence
#43 in Chemical Engineering	#62 in Engineering
#85 in Electrical and Electronic Engineering	#155 in Mechanical Engineering

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University of Oxford Housing

The University of Oxford on campus housing is available for UG students on either the main site of the university's college or in a nearby college annexe. Depending on your college, you may be offered accommodation for the first year or the entirety of the course duration. Pg students are also provided with accommodation facilities. The Collegiate Accommodation Support Service (CASS) helps graduate students in finding suitable housing. The estimated Oxford University cost of living for 2026-27 is mentioned below-

Particulars for 9 months	GBP Cost	INR Cost
Food	GBP 2,835 - 4,905	INR 3.57L - 6.18L
Accommodation	GBP 7,425 - 8,910	INR 9.36L - 11.23L
Personal Items	GBP 1,440 - 2,790	INR 1.81L - 3.52L
Social Activities	GBP 450 - 1,170	INR 56.7k - 1.47L
Study Costs	GBP 315 - 810	INR 39.7k - 1.02L
Other	GBP 180 - 360	INR 22.7k - 45.4k
Total	GBP 12,645 - 18,945	INR 15.93L - 23.87L

1 GBP = INR 126

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University of Oxford is located in Oxford, Oxfordshire, UK. In total, there is 1 campus under this university. Home to a total of 6,772 international students, the University of Oxford offers various streams, such as Engineering, Business & Management Studies, IT & Software, Science, Medicine & Health Sciences, etc. A few of the specializations offered at this university are Computer Science, Finance, General Medicine, Energy/Energy Systems, and EHS. The male to female ratio at Oxford University is 1:0.86.

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University of Oxford Campus Location & contact

University Offices, Wellington Square, Oxford OX1 2JD, United Kingdom

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Population of City	1,70,350

Oxford University accommodation

On-Campus Accommodation

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Colleges provide accommodation for all undergraduate students during their first year of study and for at least one other year of their course
There are about 30 different colleges. Each one has

Colleges provide accommodation for all undergraduate students during their first year of study and for at least one other year of their course
There are about 30 different colleges. Each one has its own dining hall, bar, common room and library, and lots of college groups and societies.
The University of Oxford provides on-campus accommodation to its postgraduate students also
Graduate students can choose from standard rooms, en-suite or flats to live in

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The average rent is 850 to 1050 pounds/month
The residence type includes studio apartments, 3 bedroom apartments, 4 bedroom apartments and shared apartments
The student residences are fully furnished

The average rent is 850 to 1050 pounds/month
The residence type includes studio apartments, 3 bedroom apartments, 4 bedroom apartments and shared apartments
The student residences are fully furnished with all the basic amenities such as electricity, water and unlimited internet access included in the rent
Bike storage is also available in most of the apartments

University of Oxford Campus ratings & reviews

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Student Views (Based on Reviews)

28% students never faced discrimination in this university

Vibe of Campus

Academically oriented

Multi-dimensional

Friendly

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Internships3.7

Part time work3.6

Post study jobs3.8

Quality of faculty4.4

Student Life4.9

Value for money3.8

Public transportation3.8

Safety4.8

Indian Food4.3

Permanent Immigration3.2

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MSc in Mathematical and Theoretical Physics - Batch of 2026

Offered by University of Oxford

4.4

An Indian student's perspective on studying Physics at Oxford on a full scholarship

Tips: I was lucky enough to get my funding sorted through the Rhodes Scholarship, which is an absolute lifesaver out here. It covers every single cent of the Oxford tuition fees and throws in a monthly stipend of just over £1,500. Honestly, that's more than enough to live comfortably in Oxford without constantly stressing about money. As for the uni itself, the place is an academic pressure cooker. The pace of the course is relentless, but they don't just leave you out to dry—there are plenty of libraries, welfare teams,and departmental resources to help you keep your head above water when the workload piles up. Plus, living and studying alongside a massive, global mix of people completely forces you out of your shell, which does wonders for your communication skills. Looking back at the past year, I’m incredibly happy with how everything turned out. It’s been an intense, unforgettable experience that completely changed how I think, work, and handle life overall.

Likes (Public transportation): Oxford is very well connected with public transport, especially through the network of buses that run across the city. However, most students use a bicycle to commute as this is the most economical option. Nonetheless, Oxford is pretty walkable and also well-connected to the rest of the UK through rail.

Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): You need to keep a serious eye on the timeline if you're doing the M.Sc. in Mathematical and Theoretical Physics at Oxford. Because the course is a super-intense, nine-month sprint, your student visa is usually only capped at 10 or 11 months total. That gives you basically zero breathing room once Trinity term wraps up. If your goal is to stay in the UK long-term and settle down permanently, you have to hustle to secure a proper full-time job and sort out a sponsored work visa. Absolutely none of this happens automatically when you graduate. You don't just get handed a passport with your Oxford degree, so you need to be networking and applying for roles from day one if you want to transition to a Graduate Route visa or a Skilled Worker visa before your student visa cuts you off.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 1200

Prepping time for classes18 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound

Reviewed on 15 Jun 2026Read more

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Mbiology - Batch of 2027

Offered by University of Oxford

4.3

Academically rigorous and fun loving at Oxford.

Tips: It is competitive to get to Oxford, and it makes a lot of sense if you come here with a scholarship. The university is lovely and the environment is encouraging and challenging with rigorous academics. Students usually spend hours in libraries during exam times. However, it is equally fun too.

Likes (Part time work): There are multiple part time jobs for students. Although I don't engage in one myself, half of my friends do, including restaurants, etc. They manage it well and are paid the minimum UK wage, which is around 12 pounds per hour. Hence I think it is not that bad.

Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): The UK requires a minimum stay of around 10 years to get PR, however, it can vary if you get the Global Talent visa. I think I will be going for the latter option after finishing my Ph.D. which offers PR in 5 years. Maybe I will look for PR, given that the opportunities are good.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 1900

Prepping time for classes17 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound 26550

Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026Read more

Anonymous

MSc in Evidence-Based Social Intervention and Policy Evaluation - Batch of 2026

Offered by University of Oxford

3.6

Oxford is an academic disneyland.

Tips: Please have a complete knowledge of the course that you are studying because it is really competitive and intense. The courses here at Oxford are designed to help students incorporate critical analysis skills, so they are very indulging and mentally demanding.

Likes (Indian Food): There is a street in Cowley Oxford which has all the food options from all the countries. It is locally known as diaspora street! There are restaurants catering to gastronomic needs from across the globe. There are also convenience stores that provide food sourced directly from India at a competitive rate.

Dislikes (Public transportation): The public transportation is not at all reliable. Buses are cancelled frequently. There is no other public mode of transport for students. The black taxis are out of reach, with average fares being GBP 45 for a couple of miles. The minimum bus fares are GBP 2.8 for 1 tap.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 1225

Prepping time for classes45 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound 30725

Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026Read more

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MSC Applied Digital Health - Batch of 2026

Offered by University of Oxford

4.3

Funding, academics and life at Oxford.

Tips: In order to be eligible for scholarships/funding please apply before the December deadline else you will not be eligible. Oxford has different colleges do your research, see the fellow that are in your college and the accommodation before putting in a preference while submitting your application. Always attend the tutorials; it is a great way to brainstorm and build critical thinking. The faculty and department are very helpful; you can always reach out to them and build connections! There are a lot of formal balls; do not feel pressured to attend everything. Prioritise your needs, especially when you first transition. Buses are expensive, 35 is a day pass and 25 is a week pass. I'd suggest getting a bike or living close to your department.

Likes (Value for money): To be able to meet and learn from a faculty that include noble laureates, constant exposure to highly translational research and accessibility to all the resources is incredible. There are tons of networking opportunities available! The labs have quite advanced instruments too for which the price is justified. The investment you make in this course, with the help of the network you build has a great ROI.

Dislikes (Part time work): On-campus part time jobs are available but highly competitive. Moreover, the Master's course is quite intense to be able to manage part-time work. The career service at Oxford does provide a good platform to look for part time roles and internships.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 1125

Prepping time for classes22 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound 32325

Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026Read more

Anonymous

MBA - Batch of 2025

Offered by University of Oxford

3.8

Amazing MBA experience with less focus on academics.

Tips: The student life in Oxford is crazy. Being in a collegiate system and getting to interact with people pursuing other degrees including phds is something only Oxford offers. The university town experience is also something very different. It was truly the best year of my life socially. Try to get scholarship, there are too many sources and ways to get one. Try to be proactive and reach out to more people and start working towards your post MBA goal even before MBA starts. And lastly try to also network with people from other B-schools.

Dislikes (Post study jobs): The college doesn't prepare you for post MBA jobs. The resources and tools are less. There is very less specific advice. I expected more from a business school. I feel Indian MBAs are more prepared to look for jobs. So a lot of people in the ten batch are still struggling to get jobs, also because of the UK economy.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 2825

Prepping time for classes9 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound 65150

Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026Read more

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FAQs on Campus

Q: What are the food facilities at Oxford University?

The University of Oxford catering facilities like cafe services serving freshly bakes pasteries, sandwiches, hot lunches etc. A few of these cafes include Andrew Wiles cafe, Denys Wilkinson cafe, Osney One, University Club cafe etc. Refer to the official university websites for more details on the timings

Q: What are the health services offered at the University of Oxford?

Oxford University provides health services for advice and consultation for its students via the National Health Service (NHS) of the UK. Some of these include:

Health Care
Prescriptions at a flat rate of GBP 9.65
NHS dental care
Opticians
Travel vaccinations
Oxford Physiotherapy Service

Q: How many campuses are under Oxford University?

Oxford University doesn't have a single campus since its instead a collegiate university with a system of 43 colleges + two external colleges (Ripon College Cuddesdon and St Stephen's House) for Theology and Religion courses.

In total there are 239 buildings covering an area of 600000 sq. metres. or more than 80 football pitches.