Oxford is increasing opportunities for young people to engage with history
Talented students, regardless of their background, will gain insight into what it’s like to study history at Oxford.
Studying a history degree at university equips young people with a range of key skills, benefitting them in their careers and preparing them for changes and uncertainty through a deeper understanding of the past. Advocating for a better appreciation of history in a complex, fast-paced global environment is of great importance in seeking to improve the present and inform the future. Oxford is committed to providing opportunities for talented students, regardless of their background, to have insight into what it’s like to study history at Oxford and to encourage the next generation of thought leaders.
Donor support has played a key role in enabling the University to deliver a variety of history outreach activities, including Oxford admission interview workshops and UNIQ summer schools, which allow the brightest students from under-represented or disadvantaged backgrounds to experience what it is like to study history at Oxford. These initiatives are a crucial part of the University’s efforts to inspire young students and help them to realise their potential.
To continue programmes like these into the future, an appeal was launched in 2022 that raised almost £70,000 from over 135 donors. This support will help to deepen engagement with talented students in schools across the UK and provide them with unparalleled opportunities to pursue their passion for history.
Dr Callum Kelly, a former UNIQ summer school participant and Oxford history graduate, said: ‘My story began with UNIQ. Coming from a state school with no history of Oxbridge applications, I believed that maybe university wasn’t right for me. UNIQ dispelled my preconceptions about Oxford – it was a dynamic, welcoming place where I could share my passion for history. It showed me that not only could I aspire to Oxford, I could thrive here as well.’
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