Universities in Oxfordshire county

Oxfordshire is filled with a rich and diverse cultural and social environment, its territory houses historical attractions, including local universities, which are among the oldest and most prestigious educational institutions in the world. In addition, there are many museums, galleries and theaters in the region, there are green areas, parks and gardens, creating a pleasant atmosphere for life and relaxation.

The social environment in Oxfordshire is also diverse: people of different nationalities, cultures and religions live here, which contributes to active communication and interaction. Students from all over the world study in Oxfordshire, including students from Britain, Europe, America, Asia and Africa — all conditions have been created for foreign students here, contributing to comfortable adaptation.

1. Firstly, universities offer various support programs for foreign students to effectively adapt to a new culture, language and education system.
2. Secondly, new friends from other countries can understand all the experiences of being at the other end of the planet from home and provide mutual support.
3. Thirdly, there are many cultural and sports events in Oxfordshire that help students get acquainted with local culture and traditions.

Living conditions for foreign students in local universities vary depending on the university and chosen program. Some universities offer their own residences, others — apartment or house rentals, host families are also available. The cost of living starts from several hundred and reaches several thousand pounds per month, depending on the living conditions and location.

The level of safety in Oxfordshire is quite high: the region has a low crime rate, most areas are very comfortable for living. But it is still recommended to observe basic precautions in order to fully feel calm and protected.

Foreign students who come to study in Oxfordshire for more than six months under the Tier-4 category have the right to free medical care within the National Health Service (NHS) — students receive this right from the moment of registration at the university. If a student lives on the territory of the university campus, he can often receive the necessary treatment there as well, since in most cases there are their own clinics and small hospitals on the campus. If a student rents housing independently, then after registering at an educational institution, they must register with a clinic at their place of residence with their therapist to receive medical care under insurance. In case of serious illness, a foreign student will be sent to the nearest hospital.

The price for education in universities of Oxfordshire can vary depending on the university and program, on average the cost of studying at Universities of Oxfordshire County is from 13,000£ per year.

Oxfordshire County is home to five major universities:

• The University of Oxford provides more than 100 academic programs that lead to bachelor's, master's and doctoral degrees. The university conducts various research activities through its multiple research programs and research projects. The university offers research opportunities in: arts and humanities, education, engineering, foreign languages, history, mathematics, medicine, music, entrepreneurship, modern languages, law, psychology, sociology, theology and philosophy.
• Warwick University offers over 400 bachelor's, master's, doctoral programs and professional courses. The university offers educational programs in business and management, information technology, arts and culture, education, healthcare, history, mathematics and statistics, music, law, social sciences, and technology and environment and physics and astronomy fields.
• The University of Bristol provides more than 350 academic programs which include various fields of study from arts and design to business, management, education, engineering, history, medicine, mathematics, computer science, music, society, culture, sports, tourism, and technology.
• The University of Southampton offers more than 250 bachelor's degrees and nearly 150 master's degrees through its academic programs. The university offers research opportunities in 11 academic fields which include architecture, business, design, education, engineering, sciences, arts, history, mathematics, media, communications, medicine, and sociology.
• The University of Portsmouth offers about 200 undergraduate degrees and about 100 graduate degrees and about 50 doctoral degrees. The university offers academic programs in architecture, business, management, computer science, design, education, history, arts, society, mathematics, science, and social sciences fields.

The graduates from Oxfordshire universities possess multiple options to advance their careers and secure employment. The universities create strong partnerships with top companies which enable students to acquire real-world skills while building professional networks during their academic programs. Oxfordshire attracts graduates because its central location in Great Britain provides straightforward access to important cities and employment hubs.

The universities in Oxfordshire provide international students with internship opportunities at local companies and research centers and other institutes throughout the county and its adjacent regions. The following list shows possible internship and employment opportunities which students can pursue after completing their studies.

• Capgemini,
• Ernst & Young,
• KPMG,
• L’Oréal,
• Nestlé,
• Nokia,
• Oracle,
• PepsiCo,
• Samsung Electronics,
• Microsoft,
• IBM,
• Cisco,
• Deloitte,
• PWC,
• GSK,
• AstraZeneca.