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Begin Your Creative Writing Journey

Want to begin creative writing? From attending creative writing summer courses to journaling or researching the key elements, discover our guide to get you started on your creative writing journey.

Better Together: The Power of Learning in Groups, by Emily Spicer

Learn about the pros of group learning with Emily Spicer's latest discussion on the Oxford Summer Courses articles page.

Bletchley Park, Codebreaker HQ

The ‘Home of the Codebreakers’, Bletchley Park tells the story of the mission to crack Nazi encryptions during WWII. We explore its history in this blog.

‘Buses Not Sports Cars’: Why We Need to Keep EdTech Simple, by Emily Spicer

This week, Emily discusses why EdTech needs to be kept simple for students to maintain concentration and productivity.

Can Girls Engineer? – Creating Diversity in the Engineering Industry

Currently, only 12% of engineers in the UK are female. Why? Read our article as we dive into this statistic and the need for growing diversity in the engineering industry.

Just launched: New London courses for 18-24 year-olds!

Have you heard about our new courses in London for students aged 18-24? Offering Fashion, FinTech, Graphic Design and Management courses on offer - read our blog to learn all about them!

2 Weeks or 4 Weeks

Interested in studying more than one subject with us? Or want to test a new location? Read our article to learn more about the differences between a 2 and 4 week summer course with us.

Six students participating in The Oxford Scavenger Hunt

2017 Excursions – The Oxford Scavenger Hunt

What could be a better way to explore Oxford than with a scavenger hunt? Read about our experience and how many people we squeezed into a telephone box!

2018 Summer Course- Accommodation Highlight: Worcester College

What's it like to stay in Worcester College? We look at one of the amazing accommodations we offer at Oxford University.

Students sitting in a circle outside socialising

A Day in the Life of an Oxford Summer Courses Student

Here at Oxford Summer Courses, no day is the same. From exploring the historic English towns of Windsor and Bath, to relaxing in the beautiful grounds of Blenheim Palace, to exploring the museums and galleries of London, students enjoying fantastic day trips during their time with us. Read more abou

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A Day at Oxford Summer Courses

What's a day in the life at Oxford Summer Courses like? One of our students relays their experience of studying with us in 2013.

A Trip to London

What happens when students embark on a day trip to London? Read this article written by our Student Helpers to find out more.