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Oxford and Cambridge are the two oldest and most prestigious universities in Britain. They are often called collectively Oxbridge to denote an elitist education. Many Oxbridge students come from publie school, and Oxbridge graduates often go on to become influential and powewrful in British society.The tutorial system is one of the ways in which Oxford and Cambridge differ from all the other English Universities.Every student has a tutor and as soon as you come to Oxford,one of the first things you do is to go and see your tutor.He, more or less, plans your work, suggests the books you should read and sets work for you to do.Each week you visit him,perhaps with two or three other students,and he discusses with you the work that you have done,criticizes in detail your essay and sets you next work.
The universities have over a hundred societies and clubs;dramatic societies,language clubs-in fact,for almost every activity under the sun.both universities are independent.
Oxford and Cambridge universities consist of a number of colleges.Each college has its own character and individuality.Most of the colleges are built around courtyards,called quads,with lawns in centre