Oxford, a great place to live and study
As one of the most famous cities in the world, Oxford offers everything any student could want and more. It is a bustling and stunning cosmopolitan city with excellent shopping, restaurants, cafés, pubs and clubs.
Situated in the heart of rural England and home to 150,000 people, Oxford offers students a clean and safe environment less than an hour from London and international airports.
Oxford is not only a centre of education but also has a growing hi-tech community. Many businesses are located in Oxford and there is a growing number of business parks in the surrounding area.
The Business School location +
Oxford Brookes University is based across three campuses at Harcourt Hill, Headington and Wheatley. The Business School is located at Wheatley, a leafy 80-acre site just 25 minutes from Oxford on the inter-campus Brookes bus. Wheatley campus has a wide range of sports facilities and there are pubs and shops in the nearby village.
Accommodation +
Oxford Brookes University has eight halls of residence, providing approximately 3,700 single study-bedrooms, of which 850 are catered. The majority of study-bedrooms are networked so you can gain access to the internet, University intranet and email, and directories where course materials are stored. The accommodation at Lady Spencer Churchill Hall, on the Wheatley campus, is in a mixed hall of residence comprising 162 single study-bedrooms with catering provided for residents during semesters.
Accommodation for students with special needs +
Self-catering accommodation suitable for independent wheelchair users is available. You are advised to book early to secure a place. See further information on the university accommodation pages.
Going out +
There's plenty to do in and around Oxford and, with London less than an hour away, you are never short of new things to experience. Welfare, social, educational and cultural needs are catered for by the Students Union, and the hub of Oxford Brookes Students Union is the Helena Kennedy Student Centre. In addition, the Students Union runs a number of bars across the campuses and in residential halls.
Play football, rugby, climb or debate politics! +
Going to university is about trying something new and doing the things you enjoy. There are nearly 70 clubs and societies run by the Students Union and these provide another great way of meeting people and socialising. Whatever your interests, whether you like rugby, football, music, drama or photography, or if you are interested in culture, politics or religion, you will find a club or society catering for like-minded people.
We have excellent sports centre facilities offering something for everyone, whether you want to use the fitness suite or heavy weights room, or join one of the many University sports teams. Facilities include badminton courts, squash courts, basketball courts, football, hockey and rugby pitches and a climbing wall and tower.
Careers advice +
Oxford Brookes University has a dedicated Careers Centre, providing support and guidance when researching and applying for graduate positions. They help with compiling your CV, offer interview practice and mock assessments, and give careers counselling. As a graduate you are able to use this facility up to three years after graduation. The Careers Centre and Students Union can also help you find part-time and vacation work.
- Read more about the Careers and Employment Centre.
