Oxford International Study Centre
6-7 St. Aldates, Oxford, OX1 1BS, UK
Oxford International Study Centre
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We have many years’ experience in helping students improve their English Language skills in a friendly, international setting. All tutors on English Language programmes are native speakers, and are at least CELTA-qualified. Several also have the Diploma Level (DELTA) qualification.
We offer both individual and group tuition. Students wishing to take group tuition are placed into the most suitable class based on both their age and their level of English, which is assessed before arrival using our pre-course placement test.
Course length is flexible: students can join a course for as little as 1 week, or for any number of weeks up to 1 or 2 years, depending on visa status. We typically recommend at least 2 weeks for a short course.
All students wishing to take a course of more than 8 weeks are interviewed via Skype or Zoom in advance of arrival, so that a realistic idea of how long it will take for them to achieve the required level can be given.
Our English Language programmes are designed to work to the IELTS syllabus, although students are not obliged to take an IELTS exam, and may choose to use the lessons to improve their general language skills. Preparation for alternative exams, such as Trinity, or the Cambridge exam suite, is also available on request.
Listening, Speaking, Pronunciation, Reading, Writing, Vocabulary and Grammar
Class schedule may change depending on availability and season.
Average | 10 students |
Maximum | 16 students |
Age range | 5 years old and older |
Average | 18 years old (16 in the summer) |
OISC is situated in the very heart of the University City in the conservation area, between the Town Hall and Christ Church, Oxford’s most famous College. The Study Centre occupies a beautiful and prestigious building which is over four hundred years old and retains its beamed ceilings and many other original features. Students are taught in the Study Centre and in an adjacent building, and in summer
OISC also teaches many older students in a College of the University. The college is accredited by the ISI and StudyUK.
OISC provides high-quality year round and short programmes which offer:
•Flexibility: many of the programmes are tailor-made to meet the requirements
of the individual student;
•Excellent contacts with the University, enabling students and clients to be taught in the Colleges of the University in the vacations. Fully residential courses in the University are offered in summer and, subject to status, arrangements can be made for visiting academics to become members of the University libraries;
•High caliber tutors and visiting speakers from academe or business; A range of over twenty subject specialisms, enabling, for example, a student to combine academic English with a University preparation programme;
•Strong links with a large number of British and European Schools, enabling younger students to prepare for entry to some of the best Boarding Schools;
•Good links with Oxford, Cambridge, and other leading universities, and provision of individual educational counseling for students who wish to apply to a British University;
•A high level of pastoral care for students, including personal tutors and regular
reports.
OISC has partnerships with the following universities and colleges in UK. You can gain full or conditional acceptance into one of these institutions.
The nationality and age mix at Oxford International Study Centre varies over different time periods, courses and levels. Throughout the year, the average age is 18. In the summer, the average age is 16.
OISC teaches students from all over the world, including:
OISC does not hold classes on the holiday dates below. The school does not compensate for these holidays, so make sure to choose your start date accordingly.
Oxford International Study Centre is situated in the very heart of the University City in the conservation area, between the Town Hall and Christ Church, Oxford's most famous College. The Study Centre occupies a beautiful and prestigious building which is over four hundred years old, and retains its beamed ceilings and many other original features. Students are taught in the Study Centre and in an adjacent building, and in summer Oxford International Study Centre also teaches many older students in a College of the University.
Oxford is a world renowned University City, with its origins dating back over eight hundred years. The Colleges of the University, with their beautiful architecture dating from mediaeval times in many cases, provide a spectacular and inspiring backdrop for educational , business and cultural programmes for visitors and students from all over the world.
Oxford is also a thriving modern city , home to some of the newest developments in business and research. It is also an important cultural centre, with many art galleries, theatres, films and musical performances. It is very cosmopolitan, welcoming people from all over the world for education, business or cultural visits.
I've never had experience like this before so I can't compare. But lovely school, friendly atmosphere, great teachers and location rightt in the center of the beautiful city like Oxford is - what more could you ask for? Regarding to housing - why didn't anyone tell me that Sunita is a fantastic cook?:-) The accommodation was just comfortable, I can't complain. However - there is one thing I didn't like - my stay was too short and Oxford took a part of my heart - so be it, I will have to go back again...
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Many thanks for your kind remarks,Radka. We are very glad you enjoyed it . Hope to see you again soon!
Best wishes
Carolyn
Some peoples play games on the Mobile Phone.The teachers are nice and ready to help me. The location ist a little bit to over crowded. I really enjoyed the activities!
Show details » Read more...The teachers were very gentil and sklled
The location was centric and easy to reach by bus
activities were exelent like sport ,sight seeing ,and the museum
The hours were interesting and very different than in my country, the teachers were very kind, I liked their approach to the students and their way of teaching. The location of the school is great, you can't get lost. I'd say the only drawback to this location is probably the traffic noise.The afternoon activities were amazing, we got to know Oxford a little bit, also I very much enjoyed our visit to the universities of Oxford. lt was a unique experience.
Show details » Read more...Even though I decided to enroll in the course just before the opening day, the manager (Ben) were kind enough to allow me to attend the classes, for which I am very grateful. Thanks to this, I was able to use my free time during the trip to learn English, which was a great experience.
I especially enjoyed interacting with my classmates, who came from a wide range of countries in Europe, India, the Middle East and Asia, and had a great summer. The teachers were all professional, with a good sense of humor and long teaching experience. The classes were very enjoyable. Also, the additional private lessons I took were very rich in experience, and the teacher gave me the secrets to extend my writing skills, which is one of the hardest parts of IELTS to score. For all these reasons. I would highly recommend this school.
I could learn a lot while a week. The teachers helped a lot. I liked the group too. My guest family was very good.
Show details » Read more...During those week I liked almost everything, maybe the school was a bit smaller than I imagined but it was a really nice experience by all the point of view.
Show details » Read more...The teachers were prepared, managed the topics dynamically. Given that I know the learned english language better, than the ordinary language, the level of the morning groups was somewhat higher in the absence of my practical experience. I didn't use the housing service. I really like the old type of buildings, as was the school building.
Show details » Read more...School was good location is ok facilities was good I really enjoyed the trip and the learning way that the teachers explained and dealt with the students.
Show details » Read more...I have spent a great time at the Oxford International Study Centre and I have improved may English knowledge at this period. But I believe that some points could be improved in the course.
The main question that I have is about the few numbers of English Levels. The intermediate group was in a very incipient level. That fact has contributed to putting together students with quite different English level at the advanced level.
Another point was about the division of morning classes. I believe that should be more beneficial to the students if it the classes could be organized in three main topics: grammar, writing class and conversation.
The last point is about the certificate which did not show the level that the student has attended.
I am happy with the time I spent in Oxford School. The location of the school was very nice as it was at the center.
Show details » Read more...The teacher teaches the subject to every student in their own way. If the student does not understand the material, the teacher is sure to help or at least try to solve this problem. I did not like that the homework was given on separate sheets of paper. At the beginning of the second week the table was in these papers, with one also at the end of my training. I was upset when all the sheets fell on the street and I had to collect them. This is probably the only negative thing about the school (although it may have a small problem), and it was not so important for me.
Show details » Read more...Homestays are carefully selected and offer students the opportunity to learn more about the local culture in a comfortable setting while studying English in Oxford. These homes are often around 20 minutes away from the school by public transport. Families usually offer affordable meal plans that allow you to sample the local cuisine. If you have special requests or diet restrictions (because of religion or health reasons), please let us know in advance. Your housing starts on the Sunday before your first day of class and ends on the Saturday after your last day of class, unless otherwise noted. Learn more about homestay housing
Student residences are more suitable for an independent student, who is looking for clean, basic accommodation at an economic price. All students must be 14 - 100. Your housing starts on the Sunday before your first day of class and ends on the Saturday after your last day of class, unless otherwise noted. Learn more about student residence accommodation
We cannot apply for visas on behalf of students. However, the school can supply you with all the documentation you need to support your visa application.
If you are studying in the UK for over 11 months, you will receive a reference number called a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) that you need to submit to the UK embassy along with your General Student Visa application. Students who have successfully booked a language course and have paid their fees will receive a CAS from OISC. Please note that UK law states that a CAS can only be issued to students who intend to pursue English language studies for over 11 months.
If you are studying in the UK for 11 months or less, you have to apply for a special visitor visa called a Student Visitor Visa. As a student visitor, you will not be able to work part-time while studying. If you plan to study in the UK for 11 months or less, a letter of acceptance will be sent to your home address by regular mail at no charge to you. If you wish to receive your paperwork by express mail, you will be charged £ 110 when you register.
Please note that we do not book flights for our students. If you are researching airfare costs, we recommend using Kayak.com, a search engine that lets you compare flight options from your home country to Oxford based on your budget, schedule and preferences.
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