Student news

Oxford University final year medical students have volunteered to join the NHS effort to fight against coronavirus (COVID-19).

24  medical students were deployed on Friday to the Emergency Department (ED) at the John Radcliffe Hospital in Oxford. 

Read the full story on the University website. 

The Examination Schools will be closed from 5pm on Wednesday 8 April. The building will re-open at 8.30am on Tuesday 14 April. If you plan to submit work during this holiday period, the building will be closed for submissions delivered in person, by post or by courier. Submissions made via the Examination Schools post box will not obtain proof of submission.

An unstable climate, increasing carbon emissions and accelerating biodiversity loss require urgent and immediate action. The Environmental Sustainability Strategy Consultation is now open for response until 14 April. The Consultation asks for feedback on many issues like curriculum, food, flights and investments. Please tell us what you think.

EU student? Come to a presentation by the Student Immigration Team if you want information about staying in the UK.

The presentation will take place at the Exam Schools on Tuesday 3 March from 1.15pm to 2.15pm.

They will answer your questions about applying and you can talk to an adviser individually following the presentation.

Book your place on Eventbrite. 

If you're worried about your exams, you can familiarise yourself with exam venues and regulations at one the Exam Wellbeing mock exam sessions.

You can reserve a place to attend these events via Eventbrite.

If you have approved alternative arrangements for extra time or use of a computer these can also be trialled at the mock exams, please email eas@admin.ox.ac.uk in advance of booking.

Navigating exams can be difficult, but the University is committed to supporting you through the process. A new Exam Wellbeing hub has been created to help when you have exams ahead. It offers a range of practical advice – giving you a chance to take charge of your revision; prepare and practice for exams; manage anxiety; and think about your physical care. The resources are now live on the Exam Wellbeing page.

Share your views about University with the Student Advisory Group. As a member you'll have the opportunity to hear the opinions of other students and share your own thoughts on student campaigns, new initiatives, events, changes to University processes and more.

The meetings take place once a term – with pizzas provided. In addition to attending termly meetings, you may also be asked to respond to three online polls per term.

Applications for this term’s micro-internship opportunities open Wednesday 15 January, with placements taking place in Week 9 and 10 of Hilary term.

Micro-internships are short-term work experience placements (two to five days), which take place at the end of each term and are full-time and voluntary.