How Oxford evolved as university for abroad study?
When a university is made first, it is not very famous.
With the passage of time, when it makes different discoveries and researches, produce Nobel laureates and produce students who bring new innovations then it becomes famous in one’s country.
Later on when it is recognized in the eyes of world it is whole heartedly accepted.
At that time it attracts other students towards itself. The Oxford university is also such university. It is unique and historical university. There is no clear date of its establishment but teaching starts there since the year 1096. Now let’s discuss how it attracted students towards itself.
▪︎ Emo of Friesland:
In 1190, Emo was the first man to travel to Oxford university and gave the concept of foreign studies.
▪︎king Edward lll:
In 1355, the king Edward lll paid tribute to this university for educations and invaluable contribution to learning. As he knew that it had educated many kings, Nobles and princes.
▪︎14 century:
From its beginning the Oxford was centre for live controversy in its religious and political disputes. This was the main reason why it gained so much importance.
▪︎18 century:
This was the era of scientific discovery and developments in technology. The Oxford was main centre for research and discoveries. This made it very famous and students became familiar to it.
▪︎ Victorian Era:
This university assumed a leading role in Victorian era especially in religious matters. Because of this importance many people got to know it more and more.
▪︎academic halls for women:
In 1878 the academic halls for women was established. Before this only man were allowed. Later on women were allowed too to apply.
▪︎20 and 21th century:
Later in these centuries Oxford added the natural and applied sciences to its course. The introduction of these courses diverted the path of many students towards the Oxford university. As it is well known and oldest university, moreover very famous for its vast research and knowledge so attracts students towards itself.
So have you ever thought of studying in Oxford ?