Oxford History of Art interview 2026: dates, questions, format and success rate

Oxford interviews 49% of History of Art applicants, online, and offers a place to 29% of those interviewed.

Figures from ox.ac.uk, checked 18 October 2026.

At a glance

When: 7-8 Dec 2026
Format: Panel interview, Online (College tutors and members of the Department)
How many: 2
Who's interviewed: All shortlisted applicants
Before it: Written work (two pieces of writing)

Before: Written work (two pieces of writing)
Interviews: 2, 7-8 Dec 2026, online
Each one: With College tutors and members of the Department
In the room: One interview on submitted work and personal statement
They assess: "Potential for university study and aptitude for small-group tutorial teaching", in the university's own words

Official sample question: What is your opinion on the Turner Prize and Brit Art?
Official sample question: How can art be musical?
Official sample question: What work of art would you most like to own?

Every question reported for this course is open with a free account.

7-8 Dec 2026.

Online, as a panel interview.

49%, and 29% of those interviewed got an offer.