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Oxford Brookes is one of the most exciting universities in the UK, highly regarded for the quality and breadth of its curriculum, its progressive approach toward tuition and the success of its graduates in securing competitive and meaningful employment.
The university has a well-established reputation for teaching and a growing international reputation for research excellence, with 97% of its research internationally recognised (Research Excellence Framework, 2021).
Students live, learn and socialise in Oxford. A centre of learning for centuries, Oxford is also a vibrant student city. It is culturally diverse and home to enough students for a thriving nightlife scene, yet small enough to feel friendly, with great food, entertainment, culture and shopping. As well as its three Oxford campuses, Brookes has a Swindon campus for locally based healthcare students.
The university is proud of its diverse, inclusive community. It welcomes students from over 140 countries and with over 100 partner universities around the world, giving great scope for studying abroad. Brookes is a strong sporting university, hugely proud of its internationally successful rowing team and hosting many sports events throughout the year.
Oxford Brookes maximises students’ chances to gain workplace skills, industry experience and professional connections, setting them up for a lifetime of success – whether it’s in academia or the working world.
Oxford Brookes University students on Whatuni say:
“I think Oxford Brookes is located at probably the best student city in the world and still manages to be modern and innovative"
“Lovely location and great place to study”
“I think Oxford Brookes is located at probably the best student city in the world and still accomplishes to be and look modern and innovative. The 24/7 open campus library also benefits us a lot.”
Oxford Brookes is known for its excellent teaching faculty, which are consistently ranked highly across the UK. Student reviewers speak highly of their tutors’ enthusiasm and support, and the university has won 12 National Teaching Fellowships, reflecting the passion and dedication of its lecturers. Brookes’ teaching faculty are passionate about their subject areas, and dedicated to the success of their students.
There are four main faculties at Oxford Brookes:
Oxford Brookes offers a wide range of full and part-time courses. From architecture to sport and exercise nutrition, courses place an emphasis on ‘learning through doing’, and many offer work placements so that students gain practical skills. Employability is built into Brookes courses in many ways, through mentoring schemes and innovative skills teaching – for example, business students working with actors on presentation techniques.
Oxford Brookes University students on Whatuni say:
“I’m very satisfied with my course and my lecturers”
“Classes are well explained and materials are always made available.
”Supportive teaching team, fantastic learning and networking environment. Never been happier”
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GET PROSPECTUSOxford Brookes believes in fair access to education, and its admissions team works hard to make sure that students representing all backgrounds and demographics have an opportunity to study at the university.
Entry requirements vary on course-specific basis, and prospective students are advised to consult the university’s entry requirements page for more detailed information, and to make themselves aware of and key deadlines and dates associated with the course to which they are applying.
The admissions team considers all applications individually, and there are many alternative pathways to enrolment. Certain courses may require the submission of a short assignment or portfolio of work.
Additionally, since courses are delivered in English, there is a minimum proficiency requirement for all applicants for whom English is not their native language. These are typically assessed using IELTS or TOEFL system grades, and full information can be found on the Oxford Brookes admissions requirement webpage.
The admissions team is available all year-round to answer any queries or questions. Students can get in touch by email or phone if they have any further questions.
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ASK A QUESTIONMoving away from home and discovering a new city can be one of the most exciting parts of university life.
Oxford Brookes offers a range of accommodation options to suit all preferences and budgets with more than 4,000 self-catered, single study bedrooms and 130 studio apartments in their many student halls of residence. The university guarantees placement to all students who confirm Brookes as their first-choice university.
Residents typically live in a flat with about five other students, sharing a kitchen and living space. All rooms have high-speed internet.
Oxford Brookes University students on Whatuni say:
“I felt safe and it had nice facilities"
“The location is very good, being near to the centre of Oxford with multiple bus stops nearby”
“The halls are super roomy”
The university’s Headington Campus is a contemporary complex of modern architectural design and high-quality teaching facilities, providing everything needed for academic and personal success, located within convenient walking distance.
The main campus features a state-of-the-art library which is open 24 hours a day during term time, and contains hundreds of thousands of books, journals and academic resources, as well as a digital research database and specialist collections such as the Booker Prize Archive.
Brookes Sport has excellent facilities including a gym, swimming pool, climbing wall, and regulation-size sports pitches.
Oxford Brookes University students on Whatuni say:
“I can come and study in the forum or library whenever I want and reach the resources I need easily"
“The facilities and laboratories for my course are very up to date”
“The school is very good, the facilities are enough to meet the learning needs, the teachers are very dedicated to help. I have made many new friends. not disappointed with the choice to study here!!”
Find out more about the accommodations and facilities in person at the uni.
BOOK OPEN DAYWhat's it like to study at this institution? Current students and alumni share their opinion...
VIEW 912 REVIEWS WRITE A REVIEWA Adela Reviewed 25 Feb 24 Events Management BSc (Hons) I found Oxford Brookes University a great opportunity to study interesting modules, having simultaneously the possibility to do interesting activities such as field trips in Oxford and London. I have free a lot of free time that allows me to do what I love the most, sport. I would prefer if Brookes... READ FULL REVIEW
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Oxford Brookes understands the need for a well-resourced and effective student services department, and offers plenty of support and advice tailored to students’ individual needs.
The Centre for Academic Development is the hub for learning support, offering one-to-one tutorials, group workshops and online resources. All students have a personal academic adviser and can turn to student support coordinators in their faculty. Brookes has specialist dyslexia and disability advisers, academic liaison librarians, and offers English language support.
Oxford Brookes provides a wide range of wellbeing services to help their students stay physically and mentally healthy, to supply information and advice for those with disabilities, and to offer counselling or mentoring support to help with personal issues. All services are free and confidential, and the university is able to refer individuals to more specialised services, wherever it is required. The services are comprehensively listed online, on the university’s support pages.
Students can access support face to face on campus, or remotely through the website, by email, or phone.
Oxford Brookes University students on Whatuni say:
“Extremely supportive lecturers"
“I get the support I need from the lecturers”
“Fantastic support staff”
Find out more about the student support offered on the university’s website.
VISIT WEBSITEInspirational teaching
Brookes lecturers are recognised for innovation in teaching and developing students’ skills. For example, architecture students design and build real projects, such as a pop-up cinema, commissioned by local communities, charities and organisations.
Research excellence
Oxford Brookes has a well-established reputation for research excellence, with 97% of research internationally recognised or higher, and 70% judged to be ‘world leading’ or ‘internationally excellent’ quality (Research Excellence Framework, 2021).
Employability
Skills development is built into Brookes courses, and the careers team offers practical support, linking students to working professionals who can offer tips and insights. The university has a large network of professional partner organisations through which students can seek internships and work experience opportunities while studying.
Brookes enjoys a high graduate employment rate, with 90% of students in employment or further study within fifteen months of completing their course (HESA 2023). Most earn a higher starting salary for graduates of their course than the UK average.
Oxford Brookes University students on Whatuni say:
“Lecturers are very helpful and strive to ensure I have the best university and learning experience possible.”
“Fantastic learning and networking environment.”
“Very enjoyable experience, with lots of opportunities for future job roles. The modules are fun and different, and allow you to choose what you are interested in.”
The Oxford Brookes Students’ Union is a student-run organisation which exists to improve the lives of all students enrolled at the university, and to represent them within the university ecosystem. The students’ union provides activity space, financial advice, and support for over 100 student-led societies.
Oxford Brookes University students on Whatuni say:
“It’s a really nice area. Great transport links"
“Overall the uni is very good, wide range of facilities on offer and many different sports clubs to join.”
“I have had a fantastic time here, the course is amazing and I would recommend it to anyone considering Law. It's a good city to be in and people will learn a lot of life lessons here.”
There are more than 80 clubs and societies at Oxford Brookes, all run by students, covering all kinds of music, sport and other interests, from baking to politics.
If students can’t find a group of interest, the union will provide support to set one up, bringing opportunities to demonstrate leadership skills as well as meeting new people.
Oxford is a great place to live and learn – it’s young, diverse and energetic. Whether looking for pubs or clubs, riverbanks or green spaces, busy markets with great street food or brand names in the new Westgate, Oxford has it covered.
The city has important museums and world-class contemporary art galleries, lots of venues for live music, and theatres ranging from large auditoriums to more intimate venues. Oxford also has many beautiful parks to relax in with friends, exercise or even revise in.
See the campus and city for yourself in person by booking an open day place.
BOOK OPEN DAYOxford Brookes is an employment-oriented institution and prides itself on preparing its graduates for a smooth entry into working life. Students benefit from full access to a range of career services through the university’s careers and employability service. Their team of advisors can provide guidance with job seeking, CV writing, interview training and much more. The department also provides a dedicated online hub, with digital resources and materials freely available.
The university has an expanded network of around 190,000 professional alumni working in more than 150 countries worldwide, across every kind of public and private sector industry. Current students and graduates both have access to this network, which brings many opportunities for professional connections and employment.
Visiting lecturers, careers fairs and workshops (ranging from mindfulness to creating a LinkedIn profile) are also organised throughout the year. Information on finding internships, volunteering opportunities and part-time jobs is also available online.
For more details, students should visit the Oxford Brookes careers event page.
Oxford Brookes is a well-resourced university, which makes generous provision for financial support of its 18,000 students. The Oxford Brookes Bursary is a means-tested bursary programme, which new students are automatically considered for, and is based on the following criteria:
Other financial support options include:
For 2023/24 entry UK fees are £9,250 for full-time undergraduate degree courses.
To check the fees for 2023/24 entry, EU and International students are encouraged to look at the course pages of the course(s) they are interested in applying for.
Send a message directly to the uni to learn more about their scholarships and bursaries.
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As well as a wide range of courses, studying at Oxford Brookes University offers you loads of opportunities to boost your CV thanks to the careers department. You might even have the chance to do a work placement or sandwich year during your degree.
As well as providing you with opportunities to develop academically and professionally, you'll have a wide range of clubs and societies to join. You'll be able to pick up a new hobby and make loads of new friends by joining some of the clubs and societies on offer at Oxford Brookes University.
The world is your oyster! Of course, the exact options open to you will depend on which subject you choose to study. Employers often look to hire graduates, so you can be sure that your degree will give you a wider range of employment opportunities.
No matter what degree you choose, however, you'll have option of going on to further study. If you want to keep studying, your undergraduate degree will enable you to go on to a master's degree or even a PhD.
If you opt to live in uni halls, you'll benefit from free WiFi and all-inclusive rent. Rent for uni halls also includes security and maintenance, so you can be sure you'll be well-looked after. There are several accessible rooms available, which are adapted for disabled students.
Halls also have communal areas such as kitchen facilities where you can meet your flatmates over a cup of tea. You'll also have access to dining facilities where you can share a meal with other students in your accommodation.
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