2025 Oxford Summer School
The University of Oxford, located in Oxford, England, is a prestigious public collegiate research university. Established in 1096, it holds the distinction of being the oldest university in continuous operation in the English-speaking world. Oxford is celebrated for its academic rigor and significant global influence.
The 2025 Oxford Summer School provides students with the chance to enhance their existing subject knowledge and deepen their practical understanding, unlocking each individual's full potential. Our exceptional faculty delivers career-oriented courses designed to inspire students to pursue ambitious goals and reach their highest potential. Students will have the chance to move beyond traditional education, engaging with peers from around the world in an immersive English-speaking environment. They will participate in teamwork, interactive projects, and hands-on activities, such as coding robots, exploring medical practices, engaging in live debates, crafting business plans, or taking part in mock trials. Additionally, students will have the opportunity to experience the renowned colleges of the University of Oxford and immerse themselves in British culture, fostering a rich learning environment that fuels their curiosity.
The Oxford Summer School offers tailored educational and cultural experiences for international students with diverse levels of professional skills, helping them prepare for future university studies and career paths. This program presents an exceptional opportunity to learn from and engage with one of the world’s most distinguished and historic universities!
Overview
Location
University of Oxford
For Ages
13-18
Duration
2 weeks
2025 Course Dates
6th Jul to 19th Jul; 20th Jul to 2nd Aug; 3rd Aug to 16th Aug
Features
Learning Beyond the Classroom
Students at our Oxford Summer School will enjoy an unparalleled learning experience, designed to equip them with the skills needed for the world of university and to shape future careers. 13-15-year-old students will be instructed in the key principles of their chosen field, whilst 16-18-year-olds will be prepared for their university applications and guided in their career aspirations by learning more about different specialisms within their field.
Our two-week academic timetables consist of 40 hours of lessons in career-focussed subjects, combining various courses. All of this takes place in the truly inspiring academic environment of one the historic colleges of Oxford University.
Courses students will participate in:
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Workshops
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Group Projects
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Seminars
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Educational Trips
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Interactive Lectures
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Guest Speakers
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Masterclasses
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Debates
Inspirational Educators
The teaching faculty boasts a range of talent, from Oxford academics, Ivy League lecturers and leading industry professionals. Students are immersed in world-class learning at exclusive events led by renowned expert speakers, gaining valuable insights into global discussions that shape the world today. This approach expands horizons with real-world perspectives and fosters personal growth.
The course provider, Oxford Royale, is committed to offering the best and most innovative summer schools in the world. The organization has been honored with the Queen’s Award and King’s Award for Enterprise four times, the highest official UK award for British businesses, further solidifying its reputation for excellence.
Oxford Lifestyle
Get a taste of authentic undergraduate life at Oxford Summer School while still a high school student. Hosted in historic residential colleges at the University of Oxford, students will have the opportunity to experience what it is really like to be an Oxford student. Sleep in student bedrooms set in centuries-old quadrangles, relax and socialize in vibrant common rooms, and explore the beautiful and tranquil Botanic Gardens. Students will also dine in the magnificent dining halls, reminiscent of those featured in the Harry Potter films, enjoying meals in a setting that captures the magic and tradition of Oxford.
Cultural Excursions & Social Activities
The summer school will organize a city tour of Oxford and a day trip to London, giving students the opportunity to visit iconic attractions such as Big Ben, Tower Bridge, and the British Museum. Students from around the globe will have the freedom to explore the university, the city, and the broader country, fostering new friendships and preparing for an exciting future.
In addition, students will engage in a variety of social activities at Oxford, including talent shows, fashion events, sports competitions, parties, and more, which will enhance their understanding of each other. At the end of the program, a grand graduation ceremony will be held to celebrate their achievements and cherished memories.
Course Enrollment
Age 13-15
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Explore Business, Innovation & Entrepreneurship: Leap into the exciting world of business, finance and marketing. This course equips students with the skills to launch and manage their own business, helping them to develop the mindset to become ground-breaking entrepreneurs. Students are immersed in compelling case studies and engage with real business entrepreneurs who are taking new business ideas to success.
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Explore Medicine: Expand your understanding of medicine through practical, hands-on medical simulations and a broad introduction to the basics of human anatomy, physiology and psychology. Investigate the common practices of medicine and biomedical research, and explore the critical competencies needed to become a successful doctor, nurse or psychologist.
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Explore Engineering & Technology: Investigate the fields of Civil, Mechanical, Biomedical, and Aerospace engineering in a comprehensive introduction to engineering and survey of emerging technical applications, from self-driving vehicles to space travel. Learn to think like an engineer and strengthen critical thinking, problem solving and creativity skills.
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Racing Extinction - Climate, Politics & Global Leadership: Preserve life on planet Earth by collaborating in small groups of delegates to generate solutions to some of the challenging issues facing humanity. The course looks at climate change, water resources, food instability and wildlife conservation, and demonstrates how the fields of climate science, politics, law and leadership can work together to beat extinction.
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Film Academy - Oxford Through The Lens: Shoot, edit and screen a short film on location. With the University of Oxford — setting of scenes in the Harry Potter films – as your backdrop, gain insights into film production and digital editing as you experience first-hand how to create a film. Working with film industry professionals, you’ll also study screenwriting, location scouting and storyboarding.
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English as a Foreign Language: Develop strong skills in English grammar, syntax, pronunciation and colloquial usage in speaking, listening, reading and writing. The course aims to expand vocabulary and build a foundation to support superior English reading and writing skills for all situations and uses.
Age 16-18
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Curing the Future - Medicine & Disease: Explore the fields of biology, genetics, neuroscience, genomics, emergency medicine and human anatomy. Investigate the common practices of medicine and biomedical research, and gain practical insight into a career as a surgeon, doctor, nurse or health professional.
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Software Development, Robotics & AI: Learn the core principles of computer science, programming languages, and robotics. This course covers real-world applications and ethical considerations, perfect for students eager to explore the future of AI and technology.
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Law & Politics: Examine the interconnection of law and politics, and take the first step towards a legal career. The programme fosters discussion on emerging issues and debate through legal case studies on a broad range of issues ranging from human rights to globalisation.
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Designing Tomorrow - Engineering & Technology: Investigate a range of engineering disciplines and the technologies that are shaping the future. Providing a broad foundation to engineering, and an overview of the intersection of engineering and technology, this course will inspire students to take on the future’s grand challenges.
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Inventing the Future - Business, Innovation & Entrepreneurship: Sharpen creative thinking, business modelling, presentation and leadership skills by researching, designing and marketing new business ideas. This immersive programme will enable students to develop their entrepreneurial mindset into a successful business.
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Experimental Psychology: Delve into various aspects of the mind, including psychological disorders and the impact of childhood attachments on the future. Through designing your own investigations, networking with experts, and exploring the ethics of human psychology experiments, you’ll develop a comprehensive understanding of this field.
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Economics & Finance: By integrating these complementary disciplines, students will develop a well-rounded perspective on the financial, strategic, and microeconomic and macroeconomic factors that influence business decision-making.
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Architecture & Design: Bring your ideas to life as you apply the core principles of architecture, including planning, design and spatial mapping. Produce a range of architectural drawings and collaborate in teams to propose and present solutions for the urban city of 2050.
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Marketing: Through practical case studies, simulations, and real-world projects, learners will explore key concepts like consumer behaviour, market research, and brand management, while mastering the latest trends in digital marketing, from social media to AI and virtual reality.
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Film Academy - Oxford Through The Lens: Shoot, edit and screen a short film on location. With the University of Oxford — setting of scenes in the Harry Potter films – as the backdrop, gain insights into film production and digital editing as you experience first-hand how to create a film with guidance from film industry professionals.
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Racing Extinction - Climate, Politics & Global Leadership: Preserve life on planet Earth by collaborating in small groups to generate solutions to the challenging issues facing humanity. The course demonstrates how the fields of climate science, politics and law and leadership can work together to beat extinction.
Fees
International Student : £ 6,995 per student
Fees Included:
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Classes & tuition
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Study files/ materials
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Guest lectures by academic speakers
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Personalised academic reports and graduation certificate
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Accommodation at the University of Oxford
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Meals in the dining hall of your college (Breakfast, lunch & dinner for ages 13-15; Breakfast & dinner for ages 16-18)
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A wide selection of afternoon and evening activities
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Coach & cultural excursions
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Welcome & graduation events
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Oxford Royale notebook and branded clothing
Fees Excluded:
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Airline tickets
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Visa
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Insurance
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Bank transfer fee