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Your community

All Oxford students form part of our inclusive and supportive community - while you study here and long after.

Located in the heart of a beautiful city in the south-east of England, our University has connections with countries all over the world. Oxford colleges offer everyone a place to feel at home, as well as an inspiring learning environment. You will be part of a large world-famous university in a dynamic and thriving city, but also a warm and welcoming college community which really cares about your wellbeing. Our colleges make it easy to settle in, meet people, and make the most of your time in Oxford.

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Your college

All the benefits of being part of a large university in a student-focused city but also a small, warm community.

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Supportive and inclusive

Our students and staff come from all over the world and all kinds of backgrounds. This helps make Oxford one of the most exciting learning environments anywhere.

For the world

Oxford graduates live and work in almost every country of the world, and our academics' research spans the globe and changes lives.

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Your city

Oxford is an energetic and young city and a great place to live, with an abundance of things to see and do.

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