Oxford University, Latin name Universitas Oxford, English abbreviation Oxon, located in Oxford, England. As the oldest institution of higher learning in the English-speaking world, it has been at the top of the academic circle for nine centuries. This paper will discuss the history and ranking of Oxford University in depth to help readers better understand this top university.

Top universities with a long history

Oxford University is one of the oldest institutions of higher learning in the English-speaking world and has been at the top of the academic circle for nine centuries. It and Cambridge University, also known as Niu Jian, have long competed with each other and made common progress in the academic field.

Comprehensive ranking of the first university.

In the past four years, Oxford University was rated as the first comprehensive university by The Times. In 2005, The Guardian also rated Oxford University as the number one institution. In The Times Higher Education Supplement's ranking of world universities, Oxford University ranks fourth, and ranks second in science, arts and humanities. It is one of the top universities in Europe.

Member of the leading university network in Europe

As a member of Russell University Group, a British research group, Oxford University has also joined coimbra group (the leading university network in Europe) and LERU (the European Union of Research Universities). It occupies an important position in European research universities.

Latin maxim

The motto of the university is Latin "Dominus illuminatio mea", which means "God is my light". It comes from the 27th psalm of the Bible and illuminates everyone's pursuit of knowledge.

The formation of college system

Tracing back to the history of Oxford University does not start from an independent event, but from 1096. After the relationship between Britain and France deteriorated, King Henry II banned British students from studying in Paris University, which promoted the rapid development of Oxford. Since the establishment of the first school apartment, the college system has gradually formed.

historical changes

1209 student violence led to the dissolution of the university, and some students and teachers left Oxford to establish Cambridge University. Through the mediation of the papal envoy, the university returned to Oxford in 12 14 and was chartered. Until 157 1, a bill confirmed the status of Oxford University.