The
University of Oxford is the oldest university in the English-speaking
world and a leader in teaching and research. It is a collegiate
University, comprising the central University and the colleges.
This
site provides a general introduction to the collegiate University and
aims to cover some questions you may have when you first arrive.
It is intended to supplement the detailed information contained in the University Staff Handbook
and the online induction for new staff,
as well as the training you will receive as part of your local
induction. If you have moved to Oxford from overseas, please also visit
the
Information for international staff website.
Each
section of this site provides an introduction to a number of different
areas, with further information available as weblinks at the end of each
section.
Guides and handbooks
- About the University
An
overview of the collegiate University, including its history,
structure, and statistics relating to staff and student numbers.
- Expenses and benefits guide
Information about claiming reimbursement of expenses incurred on behalf of the University.
- Living Out Guide
Produced
by the Oxford University Student Union, the guide is aimed at students,
but contains information which may be of interest to new staff,
including information about where to find accommodation and advice when
renting accommodation.
- Staff Handbook
A guide for
University staff, covering terms and conditions of employment, policies
and procedures, and staff benefits. There are two versions: one for academic-related staff and one for support staff.
Online resources
- Staff Gateway
An
online entry point to a range of information and resources on the
University website that are of particular use to members of staff.
- Staff news
An online news service for members of staff, which provides news and updates relating to University business and life.
- Update on major issues
A summary of a number of key issues affecting University staff.
- Induction for new staff
An online course, provided by the Oxford Learning Institute, which offers a general introduction to the collegiate University.
- Information for academic staff
Employment-related information including appointments and leave.
- Advice for new academic staff
Information about training, mentoring, policies and procedures, and resources.
- Information for research staff
Information about career and professional development.
- Information for international staff
Information about relocating to the UK from overseas.
Publications
The main University-wide publications include:
- Annual Review
Published each January, the Annual Review
contains articles on research and developments at Oxford, as well as
information on honours, appointments, major benefactions, and the year's
financial statements.
- Blueprint
A
magazine for staff of the collegiate University. Published twice a
term, it carries a mix of news and features, together with information
about people and awards, and other aspects of University life.
- Gazette
The
authorised journal of record of the collegiate University, which is
published weekly from September to July, with brief breaks in the
Christmas and Easter vacations. Information on the University's formal
business, including changes to Statutes and Regulations and meetings of
Congregation, must be published in the Gazette. It also
includes announcements of events, appointments to University posts,
vacancies for academic and senior administrative posts, and notices
about grants available.
- University Calendar
Published
by Oxford University Press each academic year, the Calendar is a
compendium of information about divisions, departments, colleges,
committees and University Officers. It can be purchased from local
bookshops.
You can sign up to receive a print copy or email alert for the
Gazette and/or
Blueprint by
completing the online form at Manage my Subscriptions. If you would
like to receive sample copies of the publications before registering
your preferences, please email
gazette@admin.ox.ac.uk to receive a taster pack.
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