Department timetables
Oxford students are not only members of a college, but also members of a department with access to libraries and facilities. Depending on the course you choose, you would usually have your lectures and do any laboratory work in your department with students from other colleges.
Open Days offer a rare opportunity to visit departments and meet tutors and current students as well as attend events. On this page are the department programmes for the September 2025 Open Day. If events become full, priority is given to prospective students.
Prospective students walking past the Beecroft Building on an open day. Copyright © University of Oxford Images / John Cairns
Timetables
Talks and Q&A's
‘This course’ at Oxford talk: These talks will include information about the content of the course and the way it is taught and assessed. Unless a separate admissions talk is offered, they will also cover the specific admissions process for that course.
Admissions talk/Q&A: These talks will cover the application process and what factors admissions tutors take into account during the selection process. At a department, the admissions advice will be specific to the course, and will usually cover topics like admissions tests and written work.
Meet the tutors: Meet tutors in your chosen subject, and ask them questions about the course in an informal setting.
Meet the students: Speak to current students, who will be able to answer questions on student life, provide information about their college or course and share their experiences.
Families, supporters and/or teachers talk/Q&A: These often run alongside events which are only available to prospective students. They will offer advice on how best to support an applicant, and will usually provide an opportunity to ask questions.
