Inspiring Oxford Frequently Asked Questions
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Bookings and enrolment
Can I book a single room or a non-residential place via the enrolment form?
The quickest way to secure your place on a course is to enrol online and as such we request that all single accomodation or non-residential bookings are made via the website. If you are not able to pay online and instead need to pay via an invoice, please contact: inspiringoxford@conted.ox.ac.uk.
I would like to attend with a partner or friend, how do I book shared accommodation?
If you wish to book a twin or double room for two people, each person should complete an enrolment form and send this to us by email.
Forms can be found on each individual course page and these can be edited online and do not need to be printed. Completed forms should be sent by email to: inspiringoxford@conted.ox.ac.uk.
Shared rooms are charged per person and cannot be booked by individuals, or shared with strangers.
I'm not able to book single accommodation online, is it available?
If the single accommodation fee option is showing as 'Unavailable' online, this means the accommodation is full during that week of the programme. Non-residential participants are welcome to contact inspiringoxford@conted.ox.ac.uk, and the programme administrator can add you to a waiting list for accommodation in Brasenose College.
Useful websites for alternative accommodation around Oxford are:
I am under 18 years old, can I attend?
The Department for Continuing Education is not able to enrol anyone under the age of 18 on any summer course, without exception.
The course I would like to book is full, can extra places be added?
Class sizes are restricted by the size of the teaching rooms, and we are not able to add extra places to a course. It is recommended to add yourself to the waiting list, and we will be in touch should a place become available.
What happens if I need to cancel my enrolment?
You will receive a copy of the cancellations and refund policy when you enrol.
Can these courses be taken online?
No, all Oxford Experience courses are taught in-person. The Department offers a large and varied selection of online courses: www.conted.ox.ac.uk/about/online-courses.
Can this course be taken for credit?
No, al Inspiring Oxford courses are not accredited. The Department offers accredited summer schools through another programme: www.conted.ox.ac.uk/about/oussa.
I am on a waiting list, how likely am I to get on the course?
It is difficult to predict whether places become available on waiting lists, as it depends on cancellations from other enrolees. Should a place become available before 1 May 2025 we will contact waitlisted individuals via email. If you have not heard from us by 1 May 2025, you should assume that no places have became available and we will not be able to enrol you on the course in summer 2025.
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Before your arrival
Where do I go on the first day?
Registration on the first day of your course will be at Brasenose College Please arrive at the College Porter's Lodge where you will be directed to the Inspiring Oxford welcome desk.
What time can I arrive at Brasenose College on the starting Sunday?
What if I arrive after registration has closed?
Do I need to read everything on the reading list?
When can I purchase tickets for optional excursions/walking tours?
I have a dietary requirement, who should I tell?
Can you give me advice on visas?
I would prefer, or need, a room on the ground floor. Who should I tell?
Is there a dress code?
Will the bedrooms at Brasenose College have a fridge?
Will the bedrooms at Brasenose College have a safe?
18. Will I be given a Bodleian Library Card?
What type of certificate will I receive?
What if I have to leave early and will not be around to receive my certificate?
Do I need to have a degree or formal education in the subject I choose to attend?
I currently live in the UK/Oxford – Can I stay offsite and only attend the lessons?
Am I able to take this course online?
I have other commitments and/or events I wish to attend, will recordings be provided of classes I do not attend?
What is the weather like in England?
Can I bring friends or family?
If you can't find what you are looking for, please contact inspiringoxford@conted.ox.ac.uk.