Back-to-Back Courses at Oxford Summer Courses
Can I Book More Than One Course?
Yes – and many students don’t realise they can! At Oxford Summer Courses, you’re welcome to apply for more than one course in a single summer, and it’s a great way to make the most of your time with us. Whether you want to explore different subjects, experience both Oxford and Cambridge, or simply stay longer and meet more people, you can build a personalised summer that fits your academic interests and goals. There’s no need to limit yourself to just one course when you can combine two or more for an even more enriching experience.
Why Book More Than One Course?
Booking multiple courses gives you the freedom to follow more than one academic passion, develop a broader set of skills, and deepen your learning across a longer stay. Our courses for ages 9–12 and 12–14 run for one week each, while courses for ages 13–15, 16–17, and 18–24 run for two weeks. That means the total length of your stay depends entirely on how many courses you apply for—some students join us for a single week, while others stay for four weeks or more.
How to Apply for More Than One Course
When you start your application, you’ll first be asked to choose your initial course—just as you would if applying for one. After that, you’ll see a toggle labelled “Add Additional Courses.” If you switch this on, you’ll be able to add more courses to your application right away. It’s a simple and flexible process, and our admissions team is here to help if you’re not sure which course combinations are best for you.
What to Expect
You’ll receive a full academic programme for each course you take, with tutorials or seminars tailored to your chosen subject and age group, plus separate certificates awarded at the end of each one. If you’re taking multiple courses in the same location, we’ll do our best to keep your accommodation consistent throughout your stay, depending on availability. We’ll also make sure the handover between courses is smooth, so you can focus on learning and enjoying your time with us.
FAQs about Back-to-Back Courses
Yes, definitely! Many students take this opportunity to study two completely different subjects—like Medicine followed by Business, or Creative Writing followed by Psychology—to get a broader experience.
Yes, you can! If there’s availability, you’re welcome to split your courses between Oxford and Cambridge. We’ll help manage the logistics so you can make a smooth transition between the two cities.
No, you don’t need to fill out multiple forms. Once you’ve selected your first course in the application form, just use the “Add Additional Courses” toggle to add more courses during the same application.
Yes. You’ll receive a certificate for each course you complete, recognising your participation and subject-specific learning, which can be a great addition to your academic portfolio.
Secure Your Place
To secure your preferred location, we highly recommend applying early. Each of our courses has a limited number of places available, and they tend to sell out quickly. Once they are full, no further places will be available. Submit your application as soon as possible to ensure you don’t miss the opportunity to study in one of our prestigious locations.
