Oxford International Study Centre in Oxford A fascinating experience. The colleges, galleries and history of one of the world’s most famous Universities provide an inspiring and beautiful environment for students from all over the world. Oxford International Study Centre has organised summer programmes for many years, welcoming students of all ages from over thirty countries. Older students are sometimes taught in the University as well as at OISC which occupies a listed building in the very centre of Oxford, next to Christ Church.
The Institute
Oxford International Study Centre (OISC)was founded by Carolyn Llewelyn and Robert Marsden who had previously worked together successfully in international education in Oxford for several years.
Carolyn Llewelyn has worked in international education for over twenty years. She first established her own college in Oxford and was runner up in the Women in Business awards. She subsequently became Principal of three international colleges in Oxford. She is a member of the European Council of International Schools. She graduated from
St. Anne’s College, University of Oxford in Modern and Medieval Languages, and speaks fluent German, and also French, Spanish and some Japanese. She is at present learning Mandarin Chinese .
Robert Marsden’s family have a long history in the world of education; his father, grandfather and great uncle all taught at Eton College and Robert Marsden was born and educated there before qualifying as a Chartered Accountant and later doing an MBA at INSEAD, Fontainebleau, France. He has worked for several years in Europe and South America and speaks fluent French and Spanish as well as German. He is also a director and shareholder in Collingham Sixth Form College in London and its subsidiary company, London Electronics College.
The teachers and trainers at OISC are from leading universities, including Oxford and Cambridge, and have many years’ experience of teaching international students and professional clients.
OISC is accredited by Independent Schools Inspectorate with a Grade 1 in each category ("exceeds expectations"). It has UKBA Highly Trusted Sponsor Status. The College is also a Member of the European Council of International Schools. Learn more..
Programmes
We teach over twenty different subjects……..languages, arts, humanities, sciences, social sciences and business. We have six main types of programme:
1. For students wishing to enter a British or European Boarding School, or a British University
2. English Language Programmes
3. For Companies and Organisations
4. Study Abroad programmes – summer, semester or year in Oxford . These are held in Oxford University in the summer
5. Vacation programmes at Easter and in the Summer
6. For University undergraduates and postgraduates
Certificates and Diplomas
GCSE, ALevel. Cambridge. IELTS, TOEFL, SAT, AP, Abitur, IB(this only in vacations).
Teaching Materials
Books, cassettes,
internet, authentic materials,
powerpoint.
Methodology
We teach in small groups and individually...each programme is designed around the needs of the individual student.
Social and Cultural Activities
We arrange a regular programme of cultural activities and excursions in the summer, and at any time of year for groups. There are some cultural and social activities for individuals at all times of year, and excursions on some weekends. These include visits to Oxford’s Colleges, Museums and Galleries, and punting on the river in the summer. We can arrange for groups to have lunch or dinner in the university.
This year we are including in Oxford the opportunity to act scenes from a play in conjunction with a professional schools theatre group. This is great fun, and also very good practice for those who are learning English.
We are also providing a Companions Programme. This enables international school and university students to meet with students of similar age from British schools and Universities. This is an excellent introduction to living and studying in Oxford and also the basis of future friendships. The students will join the British students for shopping, cinema visits, going for ice-cream etc …….good fun for everyone!
Weekend excursions include London, Warwick, Stratford, Bath and Cambridge, as well as tours to the beautiful Cotswold countryside.
Accommodation
We offer arrange of accommodation to meet each person’s preferences and budget. The options include:
College of the University (age 17+): summer vacation only;
Oxford family: single room, most meals, with sharing option for friends;
Guest House
Budget Hotel
Superior quality hotel with swimming pool and health spa
Self-catering residential hostel (age 17+)
All family rooms are inspected by our accommodation manager. If you are a family or school group we can sometimes make special arrangements for you in shared houses. Please write to us with your plans and we will offer advice.
Excursions and Visits
Weekend excursions include London, Warwick, Stratford, Bath and Cambridge, as well as tours to the beautiful Cotswold countryside.