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The Academic Essentials for Humanities & Socials Sciences

This resource provides a comprehensive overview of the essential academic frameworks for Humanities and Social Sciences. It outlines the University structure, key contacts, degrees available, and evaluation methods, including formal examinations and research requirements. Learn about the academic year schedule, which comprises eight weeks of study followed by six weeks off, and the importance of adhering to examination regulations. Additionally, find information on libraries and academic practices to maintain integrity in research. Essential for current and prospective students.

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The Academic Essentials for Humanities & Socials Sciences

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  1. The Academic Essentials for Humanities & Socials Sciences Dr John Perry unofficial motto: “It made sense in the 1200s”

  2. Academic Essentials I. II. University Structure & Contacts Degrees Evaluation & Examinations Research University Schedule III. IV. V.

  3. I. University Structure & Contacts A. Organization

  4. I. University Structure & Contacts B. Four Key Contacts • Director of Graduate Studies (faculty) • Your Supervisor • College Advisor (college) • Graduate Studies Assistant (division) • Contacts homepage

  5. II. Degrees Research Degrees • D.Phil. • Can proceed after MSt & MPhil • May require probationary period & transfer viva • Confirmation of Status & Final Viva Voce Taught Postgraduate Degrees • BCL, BPhil, MBA, MFE, MJur, MLitt, MPhil, MSt • 1 or 2 academic years • requirements: • Examination Regulations & Handbooks (by faculty) • seminars, written examinations, formally-submitted essays & dissertation

  6. III. University Schedule • Academic Year Simplified: 8 weeks on, 6 weeks off--repeat • weeks numbered 0-8, no classes in week 0 (‘noughth week’)

  7. IV. Evaluation & Examinations • Formal Examinations • Attire: subfusc • OXAM • Graduate Supervision System (GSS) • Papers, Dissertations/Theses • Tutorials, Classes, Seminars, Lectures • Grade Scale (0-100, but not really)

  8. V. Research • Libraries • Bodleian (homepage) • College • Faculty/Divisional • English, Social Science, Philosophy, Theology, etc. • Academic Good Practice • Plagiarism

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