Other Activities and Events

Before starting their academic courses, the Scholars participate in a short Induction Programme which provides them with a thorough introduction to the Scholarship Programme and its objectives, practical advice on settling into Oxford and an opportunity to meet their fellow Scholars across year-groups.

Selection weekend

Applicants who are accepted by the University of Oxford will have their applications forwarded to the Weidenfeld Scholarships Management Team who will select a limited number of candidates to be invited to attend a interview weekend in April. Short-listed candidates spend three days in late April at a venue, just outside Oxford, where they meet other prospective scholars and the ISD team, and undergo a half-hour-long interview with a panel composed of three members of the Advisory Board.

Successful candidates will be notified shortly after the Selection weekend by Oxford University’s Graduate Funding Office.

For more infomation on the applicaiton process please click here.

Cultural Programme

During the academic year, Weidenfeld Scholars participate in a number of extra-curricular activities to complement the main components of the Leadership Programme. These activities aim to provide them with insights into different fields; contribute to developing their networks and expand their cultural background. In addition, these events allow the scholars to build relationships and links with Advisory Board members, experts and amongst themselves. 

Past activities include: FCO Briefing, Thames Valley Police, Concerts, Dinners.