At Oxford Summer Courses, we invite curious minds to embark on a journey of history exploration through our History Oxford summer school. Tailored for ages 13-24, our unique learning experiences nurture independent thought within an inclusive community, hosted at prestigious Oxford University colleges, including Lady Margaret Hall, Somerville College, Worcester College, and New College. Each course runs for two weeks, offering comprehensive learning opportunities. Prices start from £6,995. Apply now to study History and embark on a transformative summer school journey with Oxford Summer Courses.
Why Study History in Oxford?
Oxford provides the perfect setting to explore history, with centuries of academic heritage and access to world-renowned libraries, museums, and historical sites. Studying history in Oxford gives students the opportunity to engage with diverse historical periods, events, and interpretations. By immersing yourself in the same environment where many leading historians and thought-leaders have worked, you can gain a deeper understanding of the past while preparing for future academic or professional success.
A Tailored Learning Experience
Our History courses offer a flexible structure, adapted to the unique interests of each student. Whether your passion lies in ancient history, medieval Europe, or modern revolutions, the course content is designed to explore diverse time periods and themes. With small class sizes and one-to-one tutorials, our expert tutors tailor the course to meet your academic needs, ensuring that each student receives personalised support and guidance throughout their learning journey.
How are the Courses Structured?
Our History courses provide a broad yet flexible structure, offering a blend of thematic and chronological studies. The actual content may vary based on tutor expertise and student preferences, allowing students to shape their learning experience according to their academic interests. Older students may engage with more advanced theory and historical analysis, while younger students focus on foundational skills such as critical thinking, source evaluation, and historical inquiry.
Career Pathways and Skills Gained
This course equips students with valuable skills such as research, analysis, critical thinking, and effective communication, all of which are vital for further academic study or a range of careers in fields like history, law, politics, and journalism. Studying history not only deepens your understanding of the past but also helps you develop essential skills that can be applied to various professional pathways. Career exploration opportunities may vary depending on the session and guest speaker availability.
Safeguarding and Wellbeing
At Oxford Summer Courses, the safeguarding and wellbeing of our students is our highest priority. All staff working with juniors (ages 9-12) and older students (ages 13-18) are fully trained in safeguarding policies and procedures, including enhanced DBS checks. We ensure a safe and supportive environment through robust policies that protect both the physical and emotional wellbeing of our students, offering age-appropriate care for every group.
FAQs about Oxford Summer Courses
No, Oxford Summer Courses is a private education company. While we host our programmes in Oxford colleges, we are not affiliated with or endorsed by the University of Oxford.
For students aged 13–15, we offer seminars and small group learning. For students aged 16–24, we use tutorial-style teaching, inspired by the Oxford system, where students explore topics in-depth with expert tutors.
Students stay in Oxford University college accommodation (such as Worcester, Somerville, or Corpus Christi), depending on age and availability. Rooms are single or shared, and include access to college dining and facilities.
We recommend applying as early as possible. Courses fill up quickly — especially for popular subjects and colleges — and early applicants have the best chance of securing their preferred option.
