Oxford Summer Courses

Nurturing independent thought through award-winning exceptional education. Choose from over 40 subjects tailored for ages 9-24, hosted at prestigious university colleges such as Cambridge and Oxford, as well as renowned boarding schools like Harrow College. Join us at Oxford Summer Courses.

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Course Finder

Not sure which course suits you best? Use our Course Finder to explore all subjects, age groups, and locations in one easy-to-use place. It’s quick, easy, and designed to help you decide with confidence.

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Oxford Summer School

29 subjects, ages 13–24, starting 29th June. Experience the summer of a lifetime at historic Oxford colleges — only 8 places per course are available. Spaces are filling up quickly — apply now to secure your place.

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Cambridge Summer School

23 subjects, ages 13–24, starting 29th June. Experience the summer of a lifetime at historic Cambridge colleges — only 8 places per course are available. Spaces are filling up quickly — apply now to secure your place.

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Scholars Summer School

8 subjects, ages 12–14, starting 6th July. Experience the summer of a lifetime at Harrow — only 15 places per course are available. Spaces are filling up quickly — apply now to secure your place.

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Junior Summer School

8 subjects, ages 9–12, starting 6th July. Experience the summer of a lifetime at top boarding schools — only 15 places per course are available. Spaces are filling up quickly — apply now to secure your place.

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Why Choose Oxford Summer Courses?

Watch this video to see how you can experience the summer of a lifetime with award-winning summer programmes crafted by expert tutors and Oxford alumni.

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World-Leading Teaching Methods

Teaching inspired by the long-standing Oxford University teaching style with its unparalleled reputation for rapid development

Small classes with an average size of 6 students for personalised tutor attention

University style subjects to challenge your ideas

Engaging expert tutors from some of the world's best academic centres

Access to our online preparation programme, Oxford Summer Courses Foundations (OxFo) to ensure you can make the most of your in-person course

Authentic Student Experiences

Choose from 2 of the best university cities in the UK: Oxford and Cambridge

Study in historic Oxford and Cambridge colleges, or a prestigious boarding school

Lively social programme, filled with local activities loved by term-time students

Formal dinner and graduation ceremony on the last night of your course

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Our Brochures

View our 2025 brochures for ages 9–24. Explore subjects, teaching styles, daily schedules, and what to expect at every stage—from early learning to advanced university-style study.

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Why Choose Us

Find out what sets Oxford Summer Courses apart. From small class sizes and included excursions to top-tier tutors and our Oxford-style teaching, we offer more value than any other provider.

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What’s Included

Compare what’s included at each pricing tier, from room types and insurance to exclusive perks like future coaching, premium certificates, and family discounts. See what you get at every level.

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Prices & Dates

Plan ahead with our full 2025 schedule. See course prices, start dates, and what’s included across all locations and age groups. Everything you need to get started is here.

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FAQs

Got questions? Our FAQs cover everything from how to apply to course content, accommodation, and daily life. Get the answers you need, all in one place.

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Alumni Network

Join our exclusive alumni community and unlock exciting perks when you return! Enjoy discounts, room upgrades, career consultations, and more—designed to make your next course even better.

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Discover the Oxford Summer Courses Experience

Learn From Inspiring Teachers: Explore your passions, grow your knowledge, and be guided by expert tutors who bring subjects to life.

Make Friends From Around the World: Join students from over 120 countries in 2025 and build lifelong connections in a global community.

Experience Exceptional Teaching: Be part of a summer filled with expertly taught classes, with over 10,000 teaching hours delivered across all courses.

Discover the Best of the UK: Take part in fun activities, visit iconic landmarks, and immerse yourself in British culture.

Feel Supported Every Step of the Way: Be part of a friendly, welcoming community that’s here to help you succeed.

Study in Iconic Locations: Learn in historic, world-renowned academic sites that have inspired generations.

Start Your Adventure Today: Create memories that will last a lifetime with Oxford Summer Courses!

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Browse Popular Summer Courses

9-10 years | Juniors

Creative Writing Explorers

From £1,995

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1-Week Programme

Interactive Learning (9-10)

12-14 years | Harrow

History Scholars

From £2,295

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2-Week Programme

Interactive Learning (12-14)

13-15 years | Cambridge

Psychology

From £5,495

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2-Week Programme

Average class size is 8

18-24 years | Oxford

Economics

From £5,495

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2-Week Programme

Tutorials

Choose From Over 40 Subjects for Ages 9-24

Business and Entrepreneurship

English Literature

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Law

Learn From Expert Tutors

Our tutors are highly qualified academics and professionals with deep subject expertise. Carefully selected for their teaching experience, they tailor learning to each age group and shape lessons around students’ interests rather than a fixed syllabus. This personalised approach builds confidence, sharpens independent thinking, and supports meaningful academic progress.

Dr Kieron Winn

Kieron holds a DPhil in English Literature from the University of Oxford and is a freelance poet and teacher specialising in creative writing. His first poetry collection, The Mortal Man, was published in 2015. He has served as Poet in Residence at Rydal Mount—the first since Wordsworth—and has read his work at Dove Cottage. Kieron has also been Artist in Residence at Lady Margaret Hall, Oxford.

Dr Nelia Koroleva

Nelia is a Visiting Lecturer at the University of Westminster, specialising in Entrepreneurship, Team Creativity, Innovation, and Marketing. She combines professional practice with academic research on sustainable change as part of her doctoral studies at Oxford Brookes University and is the author of a published theoretical model of sustainable change in leadership coaching. Nelia has run her own coaching consultancy since 2009, designing over 20 programmes and more than 200 workshops for clients across the corporate, education, and health sectors, including Coca-Cola HBC, the NHS, and Oxford Summer Courses.

Dr Julie Kalmoni

Dr Michael Lyons

Dr Tina Schivatcheva

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Awards and Accreditations

The King’s Award for Enterprise 2024

The King's Awards for Enterprise 2024 celebrates our outstanding achievement in business, recognising our excellence in innovation, international trade, and commitment to sustainable development.

Reviews

Alexandra

Greece

"The course gave me insight into making arguments for or against positions, useful in Law. The tutor helped structure these arguments. It was a great experience."

Alexis

"The course was adapted to our interests and taught by an expert. Discussions with eager students were well-facilitated. Personalised attention."

Amira

UAE

"The law course gave me perspective on my career path and answered questions. The curriculum was comprehensive and the instructors were knowledgeable. Very insightful."

Aryaman

India

"Chemistry has always been my favourite subject, and my tutor made me love it even more. He shared insights not in books. An incredible learning experience."

Corentin

France

"Our tutor at Oxford Summer Courses was very interesting and passionate, and the visits we had were directly linked to our studies. The summer school combined engaging classroom sessions with relevant field trips. Highly recommended overall."

Ka Ming

China

"I had a lot of fun that week with friendly staff and classmates. I liked the small class teaching; it let me interact more. Active English was enjoyable too."

Oscar

Germany

"The tutorials were the best, with individual feedback and valuable suggestions. This personalised approach was helpful. The summer school was beneficial overall."

Valerie

Canada

"My course was in-depth and engaging. The smaller class size helped me participate more and get more one-on-one time with my tutor. A very enriching experience."

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Be Part of a Global Community

Since 2010, more than 20,000 students from 150+ countries have joined our award-winning summer courses. Apply early to secure your place—spaces are limited and fill fast.

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