Oxford International and University of Bradford expand partnership with new routes to market
Oxford International and the University of Bradford have today announced the expansion of their long-standing international college partnership with the addition of a new 5-year collaboration incorporating direct entry recruitment alongside programme delivery designed and awarded by the university at Oxford International’s higher education institution, Universal Higher Education UK (UHE UK) in Greenwich, London. The triple pronged approach to student recruitment has been designed to support the university’s international growth ambition.
This development marks a significant milestone in the partnership, enabling international students to access a broader range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes at the University of Bradford via an expanded set of entry routes.
A university on the rise
The University of Bradford continues to strengthen its global standing, recognised for both academic quality and social impact. In the latest QS World University Rankings 2026, the University is ranked 47th in the UK, reflecting continued upward momentum.
Renowned for its commitment to social mobility and student success, the University of Bradford continues to deliver strong graduate outcomes and impactful research aligned with global challenges. According to the most recent Higher Education Statistics Agency figures, the University of Bradford ranked 16th in the UK for graduates entering high-skilled employment, marking a major step towards its strategic ambition of being in the UK top 10 for graduate outcomes. Additionally, the University of Bradford offers careers advice up to five years after graduation.
Expanding access through multiple access routes
The introduction of further routes to higher education with the University of Bradford will provide international students with increased flexibility and choice for higher education study, reinforcing the university’s commitment to broadening access to higher education for international students, while creating new opportunities for students to benefit from a career-focused education in the UK.
This expansion complements the existing international college, which has successfully prepared international students for progression to degree-level study at University of Bradford for many years.
Supporting over 80,000 students each year, Oxford International’s global recruitment team, enhanced by a network of over 2,500 educational consultants, operates across more than 50 international source markets, seamlessly working alongside partners’ recruitment teams and providing local insight and strategic guidance.
Lil Bremmerman-Richard, Group CEO of Oxford International states:
“This expansion represents an important step in the evolution of our partnership with the University of Bradford. By introducing direct entry recruitment along with programme delivery designed and awarded by the university at UHE UK, in addition to our established international college, we are creating a more comprehensive and flexible offering that meets the diverse needs of international students around the world. We are proud to deepen our collaboration with an institution that shares our commitment to access, quality, and student success.”
Nick Braisby, Interim Vice-Chancellor of University of Bradford added:
“Our partnership with Oxford International has helped us to build a vibrant and diverse international student community. In line with the University’s 10-year Strategy, this partnership will expand the ways international students can study with us. By widening access to our award-winning education, we can help more students to become career-ready and achieve success, wherever they are from. I look forward to welcoming more international students to our global community in the coming academic year.”
More details on programmes to be offered and first intake dates will be available soon.