The University of Oxford is famous as a teaching and research center. It's believed that teaching existed in Oxford as early as 1096, and it has been regarded as the top university in the UK by The Timesfor many times.
The Tutorial (导师的) System
In the University of Oxford, teaching is mainly through the tutorial system. Tutorials can help improve students' skills of critical thinking, but the greatest advantage of the tutorial system is the individual guidance that students receive. There is clear difference between tutorials and large lectures common in the American universities. In the traditional American university, students are taught by the same teacher, in the same way, and expected to achieve the same learning goals.
Societies and Clubs
There are rich after-school activities at Oxford. Students may join different clubs and societies according to their own interests. The Oxford University Scientific Society aims to bring together undergraduates to discuss scientific matters. The Oxford Union Society is famous for its debate. The Newman Society has been as a model for religious society throughout the English-speaking world. In addition, there are a great many clubs, including Oxford University Cricket Club, Oxford University Chess Club, and so on.
Dates of Term
Oxford's year is divided into three terms and three vacations. The dates for Full Term 2023-24 are set out below:
Year | Term | From | To |
2023-24 | Michaelmas 2023 | Sunday 8 October | Saturday 2 December |
Hilary 2024 | Sunday 14 January | Saturday 9 March | |
Trinity 2024 | Sunday 21 April | Saturday 15 June |
