St Catherine's College
About the college
St Catherine's College (Catz) is Oxford’s youngest undergraduate college and one of its largest and most diverse communities. We treasure the traditional values of Oxford college life, but are committed to evolving with today’s society, which is reflected in our College motto ‘Nova et Vetera’: the new and the old.
We offer a wide range of subjects, with a broadly even split between science and arts. The college is proud of its place at the forefront of innovation, research and contemporary culture. Its modern architecture (largely designed by Danish architect Arne Jacobsen, and Grade I listed) and easy access to green spaces give the College an open and friendly atmosphere.
The vast majority of undergraduates live in college for three years. There are excellent facilities, including a large college library, well-equipped computer rooms and a spacious and comfortable Junior Common Room. Sport, music, art and drama enjoy a high profile in the college. On site there are:
- squash courts
- a gymnasium
- a punt house
- a music house for practice and performance
- and theatres for both indoor and outdoor productions.
Read more on the college website.
St Catherine’s is...
'…the best of both worlds – modern but still has traditional aspects. I would definitely call it home.'
Madeleine
'…a diverse community of students, coming from different backgrounds, studying different subjects, and having different interests.'
Nina
'…a place where our tutors seem to really care about our development outside of academic work as well as within it.'
George
'...a tranquil environment, due to the lack of tourists and the surrounding nature, which makes Catz a special place for me.'
Teodor
'…such a friendly place with great student welfare!'
Maria
Location
St Catherine’s is situated in an ideal location: very close to the city centre, yet surrounded by meadows, parks and water.
The Science Area and many University libraries and departments are nearby (including English, Law, Economics and Politics).
UCAS campus code: L
Oxford OX1 3UJ
+44 (0) 1865 271700
www.stcatz.ox.ac.ukFounded
1962
Student numbers
Undergraduates: 481
Graduates: 348
Admissions contacts
+44 (0)1865 271703
admissions@stcatz.ox.ac.uk
Tutor for Admissions: Dr Jim Thomson
Admissions Manager: Ruari Craig-Wood
Academic staff
Visit the college website for the full list
Our 2025 undergraduate Open Days will be held on 2 and 3 July and 19 September.
Register to find out more about our upcoming Open Days.
