The Program: 
At Oxford, the essential instrument of teaching is the tutorial system rather than lectures, classroom discussions, or seminars. The tutorial requires a great deal of self motivation on the part of the student as well as considerable independent organization and basic research skills. At the tutorial, the student reads a prepared paper on a topic assigned by the tutor; the student's paper, attendant readings, and research are the basis of a further discussion of the area under study. Students also attend University lectures at the recommendation of the tutor and have, as well, access to lectures found in the Lecture Lists. Certain classes and seminars may also be available by special permission and arrangement. Visiting students are eligible to participate in the many extracurricular and athletic programs offered by the University. 

Courses taken so far at Mansfield for Holy Cross credit

Course Load: 
Each term a student will normally take one primary tutorial (eight meetings) and one secondary tutorial (four meetings). The three primary tutorials and three secondary tutorials are the equivalent of 8 courses at Holy Cross.