Can you study history at Oxford?
Oxford is celebrated for the broad chronological sweep of its courses and the enormous amount of choice offered. Students can study options on any part of British and European history from the declining years of the Roman Empire to the present day.
What subjects does Oxford University specialize in?
Oxford colleges do not specialise in particular subject areas, as they all excel in all subjects that they teach. Most colleges offer most courses.
Is Oxford or Cambridge better for history?
QS ( the university ranking organisation ) ranks Oxford and Cambridge =1st in the world for History. Interestingly in the rankings at History – Top UK University Subject Tables and Rankings 2018 it’s Cambridge, Durham and then Oxford (although Oxford was second in 2017 so things change).
How do I get into Oxford University for history?
It is highly recommended for candidates to have History to A-level, Advanced Higher, Higher Level in the IB or another equivalent. If a practical component forms part of any of your science A‐levels used to meet your offer, we expect you to pass it.
What can I do with English and history?
Careers and opportunities
- advertising.
- journalism.
- arts and media.
- public relations.
- copywriting.
- teaching.
- research.
- museum curation.
What job can I do with English language degree?
Job options
- Digital copywriter.
- Editorial assistant.
- English as a foreign language teacher.
- Lexicographer.
- Magazine journalist.
- Newspaper journalist.
- Private tutor.
- Publishing copy-editor/proofreader.
What subjects do Oxbridge colleges specialise in?
Oxford colleges do not specialise in particular subject areas, as they all excel in all subjects that they teach. Most colleges offer most courses.
Can I study classics and Modern Languages at a particular college?
So it is important to check which modern language (s) is/are available at a particular college if you want to study Classics and Modern Languages. For full details of the Classics and Modern Languages courses available at a particular college please see Modern Languages on the University website.
Where can I find a list of courses offered by colleges?
For a complete list of courses offered by a particular college, visit our college pages or you can view this information in a PDF table format.