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Oxford Summer Courses

Locations: Oxford, Cambridge, Eton, Harrow, Spain*
Courses begin from: 29 June 2025*
Courses end on: 30 Aug 2025*
Ages: 9-24
Pricing: £2,395 - £8,595 depending on the tier and location
* Specific start and end dates may vary by age group

The Learning Experience

Teaching Style:

Oxford & Cambridge use small-group seminars and tutorials. Eton & Juniors have interactive, hands-on lessons with games and projects. Spain offers practical, specialist sessions in sports management.

Subjects Available:

Oxford & Cambridge provide a wide range of subjects including advanced options. Eton & Juniors focus on age-appropriate courses. Spain specialises in Global Sports Management.

Academic & Personal Growth:

Oxford & Cambridge focus on critical thinking, independent study, and cultural immersion. Eton & Juniors build confidence through interactive challenges. Spain combines academic learning with real-world projects.

Opportunities Beyond the Classroom:

Oxford & Cambridge offer excursions, socials, and college visits. Eton & Juniors enjoy daily social activities and celebrations. Spain features exclusive access to Real Madrid and cultural trips.

Popular Summer Courses

Law
Available for ages:
13-15
Duration: 2 weeks
Location: Oxford
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Biology
Available for ages:
16-17
Duration: 2 weeks
Location: Oxford
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Architecture
Available for ages:
16-17
Duration: 2 weeks
Location: Oxford
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Neuroscience
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16-17
Duration: 2 weeks
Location: Oxford
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Why Choose Oxford Summer Courses?

How does Oxford Summer Courses personalise the learning experience?

Unlike other summer schools with fixed curricula, our expert tutors tailor lessons to your interests and goals. This flexible approach ensures you focus on topics that matter most to you, making your summer both engaging and uniquely rewarding.

What value do the course fees provide?

Our course fees cover expert tuition, accommodation, meals, academic materials, excursions, and social activities. Plus, our tiered pricing system lets you choose extra perks—like airport transfers, travel insurance, exclusive merchandise, certificates, and flexible booking options—giving you excellent value and control over your experience.

How flexible is the Oxford Summer Courses experience?

We offer a wide range of courses, locations, and age groups, combined with a tiered pricing structure designed to fit different preferences and budgets. This means you can customise your summer experience to suit your needs perfectly, with benefits and flexibility that match your choices.

Why are the venues important for my summer experience?

Our courses take place in prestigious, historic venues such as Oxford and Cambridge colleges, Eton College, and Harrow School. These locations provide a safe, supportive environment with comfortable accommodation and excellent facilities, ensuring your summer is not only educational but also inspiring and memorable.

Pricing

Classic
Price from
£5,995
Deposit from:
£995
Available for ages:
13-15
15-17
16-17
18-24
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Plus
Price from
£2,395
Deposit from
£695
Available for ages:
9-12
12-14
13-15
16-17
18-24
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Superior
Price
£7,595
Deposit:
£1,495
Available for ages:
13-15
16-17
18-24
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Premier
Price
£8,595
Deposit:
£1,495
Available for ages:
13-15
16-17
18-24
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Payment plans are available, and you can apply for more than one course to extend your stay. For more details on what’s included, visit our what’s included page.

Find Your Perfect Summer Course

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Discover the ideal summer course tailored to your interests, age, and preferred location. Whether you’re passionate about creative writing, science, business, or another subject, our diverse programme offers options for students aged 9 to 24. Use the filters below to explore courses across Oxford, Cambridge, prestigious UK boarding schools, and our exclusive Spain programme. Begin your journey towards an inspiring and enriching summer experience today.

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The Summer Courses experience

Juniors
9-12

Students aged 12–14 follow an engaging academic programme with interactive lessons designed to build critical thinking and independent study skills. Classes feature debates, group projects, and problem-solving tasks, supported by daily reflection and supervised homework. Social activities, talent shows, and off-site trips provide balance and encourage personal growth in a supportive environment.

Eton
12-14

Students aged 12–14 follow an engaging academic programme with interactive lessons designed to build critical thinking and independent study skills. Classes feature debates, group projects, and problem-solving tasks, supported by daily reflection and supervised homework. Social activities, talent shows, and off-site trips provide balance and encourage personal growth in a supportive environment.

Oxford & Cambridge
13-15

Students take part in two daily lessons led by expert Oxford and Cambridge tutors, focusing on academic exploration and curriculum enrichment. Small-group teaching ensures personalised support, while cultural excursions and social events offer opportunities to engage with peers and develop new skills. The programme fosters confidence and critical thinking within historic academic settings.

Spain
15-17

Students engage in small-group learning at Real Madrid Graduate School Universidad Europea, focusing on global sports management. The programme combines interactive lessons with exclusive access to Real Madrid’s facilities and cultural excursions around Madrid and Segovia. This unique blend of academic study and real-world experience offers a dynamic and immersive summer tailored for future leaders in the sports industry.

Oxford & Cambridge
16-17

Students pursue deep academic study with seminars, tutorials, and independent sessions tailored to their goals. Reflection and goal-setting support personal growth, while university fairs and college visits provide insights into higher education. Structured socials and excursions complement the academic focus, creating a balanced and enriching summer experience.

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Oxford & Cambridge
18-24

Students enjoy a mature, independent summer focused on deep academic exploration and personal growth. Cambridge courses require prior undergraduate study, while Oxford offers broad enrichment. Independent study encourages exploring beyond lessons. The programme includes industry insights, socials, college visits, and ends with formal celebrations recognising achievements.

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Who Can Attend?

Our summer courses welcome students from all over the world, aged 9 to 24, with tailored programmes designed to suit different developmental stages and academic interests. Whether younger learners are beginning their journey or older students are deepening expertise in a specific field, our expert tutors provide a personalised and enriching experience. Students are grouped into four age categories—9-12 (Juniors), 12-14 (Eton), 13-15, 16-17, and 18-24—to ensure the programme meets their unique academic and personal growth needs.

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Stay in Iconic Locations

Staying in a Top Boarding School
9-14

Our junior and Eton programmes offer the unique opportunity to stay at some of the UK’s most prestigious boarding schools, including Harrow and Eton College. Students live in shared dormitories under the supervision of experienced staff, enjoying a safe, supportive, and structured environment designed to foster independence and build lasting friendships. Full-board catering with nutritious meals helps students stay energised for their academic and social activities. This setting combines rich tradition with modern comfort, offering a summer experience like no other.

Price:
£2,395 - £2,695
Depending on tier
Staying in a UK City
13-24

For ages 13 and above, students will stay in carefully selected colleges and residences within the iconic cities of Oxford and Cambridge. These historic university cities offer stunning architecture, picturesque surroundings, and a vibrant cultural scene. Guided city tours, orientations, and excursions enable students to immerse themselves in local history and culture, while social events and group activities provide ample opportunities to connect with fellow learners. Living in these inspiring settings enriches both academic and personal growth during the summer.

Price:
£5,995 - £8,595
Depending on tier
Staying in a Spanish City
15-17

Our Spain summer programme welcomes students to live and study in Madrid, staying at the comfortable Resa Vallehermoso residence. Located in a prime area, the residence offers private bathrooms, access to recreational facilities, and transportation to all included activities. Students enjoy a rich cultural experience, with meals provided on-site and the chance to explore Madrid’s renowned landmarks, including exclusive visits to Real Madrid’s facilities. This vibrant city provides a dynamic and immersive summer tailored for future leaders in sports management.

Price:
£6,220
Accomodation

Students stay in a variety of prestigious locations tailored to their age group and course. Juniors (ages 9-12) reside at top UK boarding schools such as Harrow. Students aged 12-14 attend our Eton College programme, staying in comfortable boarding accommodations. For ages 13-24, Oxford and Cambridge courses offer accommodation within iconic university colleges, including Lady Margaret Hall, New College, Somerville College, and Worcester College. In Spain, students stay near Real Madrid Graduate School facilities. Accommodation assignments depend on room availability and student age group.

Food and Catering

Food and catering vary by location and age. Juniors (9–12) and Eton students (12–14) get full-board meals with breakfast, lunch, and dinner on-site. Ages 13–15 at Oxford and Cambridge also receive full-board. For 16–24-year-olds at Oxford and Cambridge, half-board is provided with breakfast and dinner; lunch is not included but staff recommend local options. In Spain (15–17), meals include breakfast and dinner Sunday to Thursday, breakfast only on Friday, and no meals on Saturday, with chances to explore local dining.

Adnaan
Mauritius
"The best lesson I have had so far was at Oxford Summer Courses when we studied Game Theory during the summer school, and when we did presentations in class about shops or platforms that we had to imagine ourselves."
Alejandro
Spain
"I loved having people from different cultural backgrounds in my Oxford Summer Courses summer school course\u2014they brought experiences to the conversation that I had never encountered before."
Anas
Australia
"The favourite thing about my subject at Oxford Summer Courses summer school was that, for the first time, I felt challenged, coming from someone who has studied Computer Science for 3 years in school (at GCSE and A Levels). It was kind of exciting and intimidating at the same time."
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."
Blythe
Hong Kong
"The best thing about Oxford Summer Courses is the kind teachers and friendships I've built. During the summer school, I adapted to being surrounded by people from many parts of the world. The environment was very welcoming. I learned a lot from the courses and enjoyed my time here immensely overall."
Bree
Canada
"The Creative Writing Course helped me properly analyse famous writers\u2019 works in order to fully understand them while letting me create my own short stories and poems."
Brett
USA
"The best part of my classes at Oxford Summer Courses would be the insight they’ve provided towards looking at history from different perspectives, and how important it is to properly gauge the usefulness of a source in your given essay. The summer school experience has been enriching and has allowed me to broaden my understanding of historical analysis."
Christian
Romania
"The classes at Oxford Summer Courses have simply amazed me, and the tutor has guided us every step of the way, focusing on our interests, but also developing our critical thinking by encouraging us to support our views and finding arguments to do so. The summer school experience has been invaluable in expanding my knowledge and skills."
Dev
United Kingdom
"My mentor at Oxford Summer Courses, Mr. Christian Holm, has been an absolute pleasure. I always look forward to his lessons, not only for my passion for economics but also because I feel Mr. Holm has been great at dissecting complicated and large ideas, making them simpler and easier to digest. The summer school experience with Mr. Holm as my mentor at Oxford Summer Courses has been invaluable in enhancing my understanding of economics."
Emma
Sweden
"You get the chance to ask questions at Oxford Summer Courses to someone that can tell you what it\u2019s like to work in that field and who can answer more difficult questions. You get a more inspiring insight into the subject than you get in your normal school."
Erin
Canada
"The course at Oxford Summer Courses made me realise that chemistry is all around me and there is much more than just the classroom."
Gabrielle
Australia
"I chose the same subject that I am studying at my own university (Classical Civilisations), but Oxford Summer Courses made me think about and view my subject in a different way that I hadn\u2019t been exposed to before in the summer school."
Gabrielle
Singapore
"The last 14 days at Oxford Summer Courses have allowed me the opportunity to study International Relations and Politics in a new environment, with tutors who were able to cover a broad scope of the subject with us at the summer school."
Irene
Panama
"Oxford Summer Courses has been such a unique and fulfilling experience with the help of the counsellors and mentors."
James
USA
"I liked how we were given complex problems to solve. This pushed me to learn more and gave me the motivation to want to learn more."
Jana
Palestine
"My tutor, Mrs. Hila Levy was really kind and helpful, she made sure that all of the students in her class clearly understand the new concepts that she explained, and she used to give us a full feedback when we finish our work."
Jennifer
India
"It has been exhilarating, all in all, to be a part of Oxford Summer Courses and I would definitely recommend it!"
Joshua
South Africa
"Inside the classroom we have learnt a great deal about a wide variety of topics such as game theory, evaluation, supply and demand, inflation and interest rates, allocation of resources which all fall under macroeconomic as well as microeconomics."
Katrina
USA
"I would love to do this course again in the future. Oxford Summer Courses is a place where you can make friends that live all over the globe. And a chance to explore Oxford, London, and enjoy all sorts of extracurricular activities."
Krisha
India
"We were taught about business: what is it? how can we set up our own businesses? How can we successfully one day become leading entrepreneurs? Our classes were very engaging and informative. We did lots of case studies which helped us understand better."
Loobdhak
Bahrain
"After finishing the course, I feel as if I have not only learnt more on this topic but also understood how important it is in our everyday life. We explored different parts of computer science such as Hardware, Software engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Game designing etc."
Magnus
Norway
"The main reason why I choose Oxford Summer Courses was to make new experiences, both with people and for myself to grow as an individual. Looking back now, the two weeks might be one of the most memorable and I am greatly thankful and satisfied."
Marina
Finland
"My tutor was very nice and encouraging, she gave me lots of feedback that helped me improve my writing."
Maxim
Russia
"Even though I consider myself an advanced student in this field, I still had something new to learn and feel as if there\u2019s plenty more that I could do."
Mitko
Macedonia
"The teaching is done so well here. I really like that my tutor broke down complicated issues into smaller subjects that we then discussed in-depth."
Oscar
Germany
"The tutorials were the best, with individual feedback and valuable suggestions. This personalized approach was helpful. The summer school was beneficial overall."
Patrick
Norway
"I will forever appreciate the time I have spent at Oxford Summer Courses. During my time there I gained new friendships from a range of different cultures and I learned new things that about myself."
Summer
New Zealand
"I like my course, business and entrepreneurship, because I can learn many things there and the teacher can be more focused in teaching me since there are only six students."
Uzair
Pakistan
"I am so happy that I picked this course over any others and I truly feel that this was a once in a lifetime experience."
Ximena
Mexico
"My tutor was open to suggestions about other material we would like to see and study, like poetry!"

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