Course Overview
Course for adult learners from all over the world
Residential in Corpus Christi College, University of Oxford
2 week course in August
This Programme consists of several features:
Studying with fellow adult students from all over the world
Living on the campus of Corpus Christi College, Oxford University
Memorable social events on campus and in the Oxford area
Tours of the colleges, museums, galleries and the city
Course Details
It is rarely the case that questions such as "what makes me a human being?", "who has the right to interpret my past?" or "what does it mean to be 'ethnic'?" are openly addressed in our day-to-day lives. However, they lie at the heart of some of the most consequential decisions that we, as part of a community, will ever make (or allow others to make on our behalf). The contested principles underlying these questions contribute, among other things, to the moulding of immigration policy, political agendas, military strategy, our children's schooling, reactions to assisted suicide, international diplomacy and debates on genetic modification.
The syllabus is divided into five main blocks:
Stonehenge, Nazis and casinos: Why archaeology and anthropology matter in the modern world.
Being human beings: Biological, cognitive and cultural insights into the phenomenon of personhood.
Race, ethnicity and culture: Has our understanding of human identity become an empiricist act of butterfly collecting?
"Sicut in caelo et in terra": Magic and religion in our everyday lives.
When cultures collide: Anthropological and archaeological insights into colonial encounters.
Oxford Activities & Free Time
As part of the programme daily activities and evening events are laid on by our staff. During the afternoons students have an opportunity to visit many of Oxford's most famous colleges and explore the fascinating museums, galleries and gardens. Oxford also has many great shopping locations, cinemas, theatres and parks. There will also be chances to play croquet on the college lawns, visit the University Botanic Gardens and take a tour of the famous Bodleian Library.
Evening events include quiz nights, trips to the theatre, scrabble competitions, boat trips, evening recitals and visits to the many famous pubs in the city centre. In addition there are formal evening events and meals in the dinning hall for all the students.
College Life
All of our adult programmes take place in Corpus Christi College, University of Oxford. Corpus is in the heart of the city centre minutes from the main shopping, eating and transport locations. The college was founded in 1517 and boasts a unique front quad, classic college cloisters and a beautiful fellows garden. The back of the college over looks the famous gardens and meadows of Christ Church.
Single rooms on the campus are provided, which are homely and well lit. The rooms are all set in the college, seconds from the teaching rooms, dining hall and the common room. En suite bedrooms are available however the numbers are limited, so therefore it is advisable to reserve your place early.
The college has a common room with comfortable chairs for relaxation, a bar for an evening drink, a traditional college dinning hall and a lecture theatre.
The programme includes breakfast and dinner in the college dining hall. Tea, coffee and biscuits are available in the morning in the common room. Students with dietary requirements need to provide details when they apply. Locations for lunch are plentiful, nearby and cheap.
Our Staff and Students
Our teachers come from a variety of different backgrounds, some are teaching or have taught for the University of Oxford and some are well-established local tutors. Our experienced and welcoming faculty offers ORA students a diverse range of teaching specialties and skills. In addition, ORA alumni students have rated the teaching as one of the best aspects of their experiences in Oxford, many reporting a perfect 10.
The programme is run by a director who along with a team of friendly counsellors operates the day to day running of the programme. The Counsellors ensure that our students are looked after during their stay and have everything they need. As they are often students of the University themselves they will be able to give first hand information on life in Oxford.
In terms of the demographics of the attendance of the programme, students come to ORA from all over the world. Studying alongside students from diverse backgrounds and learning more about different experiences, ambitions and cultures is a central part of the ORA experience.
Dates and Fees
Course Length Course Dates Course Fees
2 Weeks 1st - 14th August L2,695
Useful Information
Note that arrival day is always a Sunday and departure day is always a Saturday.
On arrival day, students will be able to check into their rooms after 12 midday.
There is a welcome reception for students, friends and family at 5pm in the College grounds.
On the departure day students need to check out of their rooms after breakfast at around 10am.
Please note that Oxford Royale Academy does offer an airport transfer option that you can book separately. Click here for details
Useful Information
How to Apply
There are two ways to apply:
1.Apply Online
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2.Send in a paper application by Post or Fax
Application Form: Click here to go to the application page or use the attachment below.
Address: Oxford Royale Academy, St. Catherine's College, Manor Road, Oxford, OX1 3UJ, UK
Fax Number: +44 (0) 845 280 01 22
Procedure
You may choose to pay either the full course fee upon booking, or pay a deposit of L495 upon booking and pay the remaining balance 60 days before arrival in Oxford. As soon as the application form has been received with payment, a confirmation will be sent out to you along with further welcome pack materials.
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