Oxford Residential Courses & Educational Leadership
Jeremy Bentham Scholars
Lifelong Learning in Oxford
At The Oxford Exchange, our innovative approach to education will help you re-discover your 'inner academic'. Become a Jeremy Bentham Scholar with us and take the courses you always wanted to take. Adult learners: register your interest below and receive a 2026 Prospectus and Application.
Request a 2026 Prospectus & ApplicationExperience Oxford England with The Oxford Exchange
Residential Courses in Oxford, England
Join other adult lifelong learners for 1-2 week sessions in Oxford. Participants live in Oxford University college accommodations and have breakfast and dinner in the college dining hall. Classes take place in Oxford University lecture halls and seminar rooms, and participants enjoy access to the private grounds of an Oxford college for the duration of the course.
Personal Enrichment
Have you ever dreamed of attending Oxford University? You may not have gained entrance to the University as places are very competitive, but you can spend 1-2 weeks living, learning, socialising, and contemplating in the magical setting of an Oxford college.
Tutoring & Academic Coaching
Get guidance and support from our academic coaches. Our coaches can help you improve your study skills, time management, and overall academic performance. Get personalized attention and support from our expert tutors. Whether you need help with a specific subject or want to improve your overall academic performance, our tutors can help you achieve your goals.
"Transform Your Future with The Oxford Exchange"
This summer, I had the illuminating opportunity to join a global cohort of learners, professionals, and educators at the University of Oxford as a Jeremy Bentham Scholar through The Oxford Exchange. The amazing Directors Craig Tiedman and Louise Formby opened doors and ensured experiences most people in the world will live a lifetime without. Through their rigorous program, I was able to step back into the role of a student and dive into diverse disciplines.
While I excelled in Shakespeare, Ancient History, and Literature, I surprised myself on how Global Politics, International Relations, and Comparative Law also piqued my interest. Not only were the professors enthusiastic about their topics but I was blessed with an outstanding and brilliant cohort who made each seminar an engaging experience.
Will I ever be able to express my gratitude fully? Perhaps not. How can I explain the lifetime friendships, riveting network, and downright fun I have experienced within my time at Oxford. I've lived a lifetime in a week and I will carry these memories — more importantly these special people — with me forever.
Racquel
Jeremy Bentham Scholar, Class of 2025
Summer 2026
The Oxford Exchange — 2026 Summer Courses for Adults
Jeremy Bentham Scholars MMXXVI
Some of our past Scholars have referred to this ten-day intensive experience as addressing one's "incomplete education". For example, perhaps you specialised in the sciences, yet you always wanted to study Shakespeare, or International Relations, but never had the chance? This is your opportunity!
Who may apply: Adults — Individuals ages 18+ who are either current undergraduate or postgraduate students, professionals, or retirees who believe in the power of lifelong learning.
Studia Humanitatis (Humanities) + Creative Writing
When: 5 July – 15 July 2026 | Where: Oxford, England
Literature
Works of Chaucer, Shakespeare, early classics of English Literature, Victorian Literature (Jane Austen, Charlotte Bronte, Charles Dickens, Rudyard Kipling).
British History
The concept of 'Britishness' and British influences on the world we know today.
PPE (Philosophy, Politics, Economics) + International Relations
When: Session II | Where: Oxford, England
Philosophy, Politics, Economics (PPE)
Inspired by Oxford's classic PPE course taken by many a Prime Minister and world leader.
International Relations (IR)
How states and leaders create foreign and domestic policy; theoretical aspects of IR.
Electives
Creative Writing: Fiction Writing
Character development, plot and story evolution, pacing, dialogue, and other essential elements of writing.
Writing for the Media / Research & Writing
Non-fiction writing in the context of academic (Oxbridge style) research and writing methods. Writing for the media through the lens of the BBC and the London think tank world.
A Scholar's Reflection
Jonathan — Bentham Scholar 2025
The Jeremy Bentham Scholars Program delivered everything I expected and more. I had reservations about taking a rigorous course at Oxford, ranging from living in a dormitory, studying alongside brilliant young people, and the possibility of having to prepare for examinations.
I'm grateful for having the opportunity to experience the Oxford method of instruction including classroom, group, and tutorials which permitted me the opportunity to weave together themes regarding the individual and society drawn from courses covering the classics, politics, philosophy, economics, Shakespeare, and international relations.
Never in my wildest imagination did I ever expect to step foot on the sacred grounds of Oxford. I commend The Oxford Exchange for democratizing access to Oxford for those willing to apply themselves. I will never forget the opportunities Oxford afforded me.
— Jonathan, Bentham Scholar 2025
The Oxford Exchange — Core Courses
Literature
From Chaucer to Shakespeare and Victorian classics — explore the canon of English literature with expert Oxford tutors.
British History
Explore the concept of 'Britishness' and British influences on the modern world through key events and movements.
Philosophy
Engage with the great philosophical traditions from Plato and Aristotle to Hobbes, Locke, and contemporary thinkers.
Politics
Understand political theory, comparative politics, and the mechanics of governance from an Oxford perspective.
Economics
From classical economic theory to modern global markets — an introduction to economic thinking at the Oxford level.
International Relations
How do states interact on the world stage? Explore IR theory, foreign policy, and geopolitical analysis.
Creative Writing
Develop your voice as a writer. Fiction writing, character development, plot, dialogue, and the craft of storytelling.
Research & Writing
Academic research and writing in the Oxbridge tradition. Writing for the media, think tanks, and academic journals.
Business & Entrepreneurship
Strategic thinking, leadership, and entrepreneurship in the context of the global economy.