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Brasenose is a friendly and informal community which offers excellent teaching and a whole range of social and cultural activities. Read all about applying to study at Brasenose College here
Brasenose College (BNC) is one of the constituent colleges of the University of Oxford in the United Kingdom. It began as Brasenose Hall in the 13th century, before being founded as a college in 1509.
Situated in Radcliffe Square, Brasenose is a friendly college at the heart of the University and city. We are able to accommodate undergraduates in single rooms for all years of study at our main site or nearby Frewin complex.
The history of Brasenose College, Oxford, stretches back to 1509, when Brasenose College was founded on the site of Brasenose Hall. Its name is believed to derive from the name of a bronze knocker that adorned the hall's door. The college was associated with Lancashire and Cheshire, the county origins of its two founders – Sir Richard Sutton ...
It had been known as ‘Brasenose’ since at least the seventeenth century and had an ancient door knocker, dated to the twelfth century. Brasenose College purchased the house for the sake of that door knocker, which was brought to Oxford and now hangs over the high table in Hall.
Find out more about the history of Brasenose College.
Brasenose's graduates study for a wide range of higher degrees across all of the University's academic divisions and collectively form a diverse and international group. The graduate community is highly cosmopolitan with up to 50 nationalities represented at any one time.
Brasenose is a friendly, close-knit academic community. Situated in the heart of the city, the College overlooks one of the most beautiful squares in the world and is a short walk from University departments and libraries, as well as shops, pubs, cafes and markets.
Have a look around Oxford University's Brasenose College with this interactive 360° virtual tour.
How to Apply. Admissions at Oxford is based solely upon academic merit, and we welcome applications from those with high academic potential. The university publish clear and comprehensive advice for applicants which we have signposted to below.
