Oxford, England
University of Oxford, Lady Margaret Hall Summer


Program Overview
ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE IN A CLOSE-KNIT COMMUNITY
Revel in a new academic experience at one of the world’s most renowned universities. Learning gets personal at Oxford, with the famed tutorial system and small class sizes, seasoned faculty, and a focus on rigorous discussion and critical thinking. Psychology, Creative Writing, Artificial Intelligence – the Lady Margaret Hall summer program offers a range of subject options, all led by experts in their fields.
After class, enjoy meals in the sunlit dining hall in college, head into the city center to explore Oxford’s cobblestone streets, grab a coffee in the trendy cafés of the nearby Jericho neighbourhood, and relax by the river with new friends after class. A packed social calendar awaits with events offered by both Lady Margaret Hall and IFSA to help you deepen your experience of Oxford and England throughout your program.
Lady Margaret Hall is a great option for engineering and computer science, political science, economics, psychology, and literature.
Details at a Glance
Application deadline
Minimum GPA
3.20
Credit load
4–8
Housing
Residence Hall/Dormitory, Single Room Option
Instruction language
English
Language prerequisites
None
Visa required?
Not in most cases. Learn more.
Academics
First-class teaching is at the heart of the University of Oxford, Lady Margaret Hall summer program. In a series of thought-provoking lectures and lively seminar discussions, learn about cutting-edge research, expand your core knowledge, and explore new ideas and concepts among peers with diverse international perspectives and academic backgrounds.
Classes at Lady Margaret Hall are designed and delivered by experienced academics and experts from Lady Margaret Hall and across the University of Oxford, and are taught using the Oxford teaching model. Over the three-week session, you will take part in a range of class types, including lectures (four per week), seminars (two per week), and tutorials (one per week). You will produce one piece of assessed work each week, which will be submitted to the tutor and then discussed in a tutorial. You may only enroll in the classes that are posted in the Lady Margaret Hall summer catalog and for which you have met any prerequisites. Lady Margaret Hall offers two summer sessions. Enroll in one session or both. Select one class per session. All classes are worth 4 U.S. semester credit hours.
You will be able to choose classes from one of the following strands:
- Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
- Philosophy, Politics and Economics (PPE)
- British Literature Social Sciences
- Psychology
CHART Your Course Visit CHART, our easy-to-use tool to review tutorials recently taken by IFSA students.
Tutorial System
The hallmark of the University of Oxford academics is the tutorial system. The tutorial is typically a one-hour meeting between one or two students and the tutor. Tutorials usually meet once a week or every other week, and at the center of the tutorial is an essay on a topic the tutor previously assigned. The tutor will lead a discussion about the essay topic in an effort to provide new insights. At the end of the tutorial, the tutor will assign a new topic and may offer recommended reading. Tutorials are individually arranged, taking into account the subject to be studied and the tutor’s area of expertise. They are similar to independent study courses, but Oxford students bear even more responsibility for conducting independent research and maintaining good academic progress. The University of Oxford organizes weekly lectures on myriad academic subjects, and all students at the University, regardless of college, are welcome to attend. Lectures are not usually mandatory except for some science subjects, but tutors often recommend them as good supplements to tutorials and research.
Australia Outbound Program
Students enrolled at select Australia universities are invited to participate in Session 1 of this program. The program is open to students of all year levels and all fields. Classes offer 45+ contact hours; the equivalent of one subject. Please see the Australia Outbound term below in the Dates and Fees section for program fees and expected expenses in Australian dollars. For more information on the Australia Outbound program, please reach out to us at australiaoutbound@ifsa-butler.org.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
Eligibility
- You must be at least 18 years of age. Students under 18 may be accepted on a case-by-case basis.
- You must be currently attending or recently graduated from a U.S. or Canadian community college, technical college, two-year college, four-year college, or four-year university. Students attending select Australia universities are also eligible.
- You must have completed at least one (1) full-time year of study at your home institution before the beginning of the term. Classes during the summer program are geared toward students who have completed one to two years of study.
- Eligibility requirements can vary among host institutions. Please ask your IFSA Enrollment Counselor for specific information.
Recommendation Letter
No letter of recommendation required.
TRANSCRIPT
Upon completion of your program, IFSA will send an official Butler University transcript to your home university with your coursework converted to the U.S. semester credit hour system. You will also have access to an unofficial transcript in your IFSA Student Portal. The transcript reflects classes taken, credits attempted, and grades earned during your term abroad. This service is included in your study abroad program at no additional cost. See our Transcripts page for more information.
Excursions
- Haunted Oxford Tour, Uncomfortable Oxford: Step into the shadows of history and embark on an uncomfortable ghost tour as you explore the eerie and profound tales of hauntings that have transcended time. Researched and designed by two historians who study the history of hauntings and ghost stories, this tour delves into stories of the supernatural, revealing the unsettling moments of the past and the reasons why they continue to haunt the present. This unique tour examines haunting through the echoes of gender disparities, oppression, violence, social division, and the powerful grip of memory.
- Woodstock and Blenheim Palace Trip: Venture out of Oxford for a day trip to Woodstock, a picturesque village in the Cotswolds. With beautiful meadows, river scenes and quaint shops, this is the idea break from the stress and bustle of Oxford. Woodstock is also home to Blenheim Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage site, home to the 12th Duke of Marlborough and birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill.
- London’s Southbank Walk and Borough Market: Wander the River Thames then nosh on fish and chips, Thai curry, and more—there are hundreds of produce and street food stalls to choose from. Soak up some history as you refuel—food markets have stood here since the Middle Ages.
- Buckingham Palace: On the bucket list for countless UK visitors, here’s your chance to see the majestic London home of British monarchs since Queen Victoria in 1837. (Look for the Royal Standard’s yellow, red and blue squares that signify the king is in residence.)
- Independence Day BBQ: You may be in the UK, but you can still celebrate the fabulous U.S. Independence Day with a festive get-together and meal.
Housing and Meals
Housing
Residence Hall/Dormitory, Single Room OptionMeals
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Housing Residence Hall/Dormitory, Single Room Option
Meals Some Included
Details Students live in residence halls on the LMH college grounds, on the border of the River Cherwell and University Parks, just a 15-minute walk from the city center.
- Living space: Most students have single rooms with a bed, desk, chair, and storage, and share bathrooms. Halls have kitchen facilities to share. The College provides bed linens and towels.
- Meals: Eating in the dining hall is a big part of the Oxford experience, so be sure to take advantage of LMH dining. Included in the program fee is three meals a day during the week, and breakfast on weekends. On the last night of the program there is a Graduation Formal Hall, where students don their finery for a special banquet.
- Nearby: Radcliffe Camera and Old Bodleian Library (20-minute walk). High Street (23-minute walk). River Cherwell. University Parks, with 70 acres of riverside green space.
Dates and Fees
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Kristen Clark
Enrollment Counselor