Immerse yourself in a journey of learning and exploration at the Oxford Scholastica Academy Summer School in Oxford. This program offers a unique opportunity to experience the rich history, culture, and architecture of Oxford while studying on future-focused courses. With a mix of academic rigor and social activities, students can participate in cultural adventures, day trips to places like Windsor Castle and Blenheim Palace, and engaging on-campus activities. Accommodation in an Oxford University student residence allows students to experience independent student life, and they can explore the city in their free time, whether by visiting museums, enjoying university parks, or browsing local shops and cafes. This program provides a vibrant and immersive experience in one of the world’s most prestigious academic cities.
Courses
Courses offered as part of this Program.
Experience Debate & Public Speaking Academy
Want to improve your public speaking and debate skills? This debating summer course will help you develop confidence, learn persuasive techniques, and practise the art of rebuttal — skills that are essential in many careers and day-to-day life. You’ll learn what made famous speeches so powerful and put your skills to the test in our international diplomacy challenge.
Experience Creative Writing Academy
Where better than Oxford to hone your skills in creative writing? Get inspired by the city that was home to Tolkien, Lewis Carroll and Philip Pullman. In this course, you’ll explore different genres and plot-types, learn about the importance of dialogue, and practise different techniques to hone your skills and ensure writing becomes a part of your daily routine.
Discover Technology Academy
Are you fascinated by rockets and robots? Do you love playing with computers? On this technology summer course, you’ll learn how websites are built using different coding languages, design a rocket using practical applications of maths and physics, and build your own hydraulics system.
Experience Business & Enterprise Academy
This course brings business, economics and management to life, to help you better understand what it’s like to pursue study in this field. You’ll explore different types of businesses, discover a range of economic models, learn about game theory and financial markets, and see how management theories enhance business.
Experience Medicine Academy
Curious to explore the field of medicine and see what it’s like to be a doctor? This course is designed to give students a deeper understanding of different specialties and medical ethics. You’ll also get hands-on experience with both clinical tasks and doctor-patient communication skills.
Experience International Relations, Politics & Leadership Academy
This course helps students better understand the importance of relationships between nations and cultures. We’ll explore case-studies of international relations in action — and how it’s created significant change. You’ll also put your new-found diplomacy skills to the test in our United Nations challenge.
Experience Law Academy
Are you considering a career as a lawyer? This summer law course will give you a strong understanding of the legal system and different types of law, including human rights, international, corporate, and criminal. You’ll put your new-found understanding into practice with a mock trial.
Experience Engineering Academy
If you love understanding how things work and exploring individual components of machines and structures, there’s a good chance you’re considering engineering as an area of study. On this engineering summer course, you’ll explore the differences between mechanical, civil and electrical engineering — and build your very own engine.
Experience Computer Science & Coding Academy
If you’re fascinated by computers and information technology, this computer science summer course is a great option. You’ll develop your knowledge of programming languages and put your skills to the test by designing a website. You’ll also learn about the development of computing throughout history and explore the future of Artificial Intelligence.