Our courses, teaching and facilities

Each prospective student needs to make the important decision of which degree course they wish to study for the next three or four years. By choosing a course that best suits their strengths, interests and learning style, students can ensure their university experience is successful and fulfilling. 

A wide range of courses is available at Oxford, the vast majority of which are offered at Christ Church. All our courses are theoretical and challenging, initially providing a broad foundation in the subject area before allowing scope for specialization in the later years of study. The course content and structure do not vary from college to college, nor do the exams. 

Explore the course pages below to find out more about the courses we offer at Christ Church. 

The tutor will lead the conversations, set the reading list and assign written work, as well as give feedback on your work and track your academic progress. To find out who is the tutor for your subject at Christ Church, as well as their specialisation, check the course page by following the relevant link above. 

What are the benefits of taking part in tutorials?

There are many benefits to the tutorial system! It is a place where you can exchange ideas, get different perspectives, test new arguments and gain valuable constructive criticism to push your thinking further. Sharing your views in this way is academically demanding. However, by expressing your ideas, you will develop an ability to think for yourself and build the confidence to voice your own opinions.

Each week you'll typically have one essay or problem sheet to prepare for your tutorial. By regularly working towards tight deadlines, you'll become adept at finding resources, planning and writing a well-argued essay in a short space of time. The constructive feedback you receive from your tutors will sharpen your ability to write an argumentative essay with precision.

As well as those facilities that support our students' studies, Christ Church offers superb sport, music and theatre facilities, as well as an array of clubs, societies and activities to cater for every student's passions and interests.