University of Cambridge Summer School for Adults

Immerse yourself in the historic colleges and quaint cobbled streets of Cambridge this summer, with like-minded adults from all over the world

Dates & Fees
  • Cost: £1,500
  • Ages: 19+
  • Dates: July - August 2025
  • Location: Cambridge
  • Duration: 2 Weeks

Summary

The University of Cambridge Department for Continuing Education’s International Summer Programmes provide a unique learning experience that blends academic rigor with the historic charm of one of the world’s oldest universities. Open to adults aged 18+, participants can select from a wide range of subjects—such as History, Philosophy, and Visual Arts—engaging with expert lecturers in an inspiring environment.

Delivered by Cambridge’s Institute of Continuing Education, which has been welcoming international students for over a century, this prestigious program attracts participants from over 60 countries. As a university ranked 5th globally, Cambridge offers an exceptional academic experience, with the option for students to earn academic credit transferable to their home institutions.

Program Features

  • A wide range of subject streams including Business, Global Challenges, and Science
  • Diverse one- and two-week courses for flexible learning
  • Opportunity to earn academic credit and consolidate learning
  • Classes limited to 25 students for personalized attention
  • A vibrant, international community of adult learners
  • Access to the University's extensive resources

What's Included?

  • Academic credit for your home institution
  • World-class tuition from current Cambridge academics
  • Accommodation in a beautiful and historic college of the University of Cambridge
  • Breakfast and dinner daily
  • A mixture of single and twin rooms with en-suite or shared bathrooms are available

More Information

  • Extracurriculars
  • Accommodation

Extracurriculars

Summer programmes are complemented by a series of daily plenary lectures, which explore new ideas in a wide range of disciplines, as well as an evening schedule of fascinating talks, events and concerts from leading academics and industry experts. In your free time, immerse yourself in authentic student life in a beautiful college of the University of Cambridge: take advantage of its superb facilities and sublime grounds and gardens, and enjoy dinners in the traditional dining hall. The city of Cambridge is just a short stroll away: experience punting, explore its fascinating history and architecture, and visit its pubs and restaurants!

Accommodation

Students stay in one of four beautiful Cambridge colleges, each of which is very different in character but offers the same warm welcome: choose from Newnham College, Selwyn College, Queens’ College and St Catharine’s College. All of the Colleges are within easy walking distance of the main teaching site and the vibrant city centre, and have lovely grounds and gardens, some with stunning views. Accommodation comprises a mixture of single and twin bedrooms with en-suite or shared bathrooms, and the fee includes bed, breakfast, evening meals and nights between consecutive weeks if you are staying for longer than one week.


Program Campuses

Cambridge University Colleges

Key Information
Dates & Fees
  • Cost: £1,500
  • Ages: 19+
  • Dates: July - August 2025
  • Location: Cambridge
  • Duration: 2 Weeks

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