Oxford lesson 1

Introduction to Oxford

Lessons

Today: Introduction to Oxford.

2nd lesson: Architecture.

3rd lesson: Films & series set in Oxford.

What do you already know about Oxford?

Where in England do you think Oxford is located?

1. North
2. East
3. West
4. South

History of Oxford University

History of Oxford University

• Alfred the Great was retrospectively chosen as the founder of Oxford University.
• Oxford university is also known as the oldest university in the English-speaking world.

Education in Oxford

• Teaching already took place at Oxford University in some form in 1096. In 1167, the university was finally actually founded.
• In 1920, not only men, but also women were admitted to full membership of the University. The first all-male colleges admitted women in 1974. St Hilda's College was the last to admit both men and women, which they did in 2008.

Who is considered the founder of Oxford University?

When were the first women admitted into all-male colleges?

When was the university of Oxford founded?

What is Oxford also known as?

Films & Series set in Oxford

What is this picture of?

And what is this picture of?

Christ Church

The design for the Great Hall set in the films was based on the dining hall at Christ Church, Oxford. 

The art made for Pottermore also appears to do the same.

Any questions ?