Sociology and Anthropology

Take a bigger picture view on life and discover who we are, how we live and the ways we interact with our environments for a supercharged social discovery. From species development to globalisation, we’ll explore the potential inside each and every one of us, coupled with the opportunities of the universe for an enriched experience of life.

Oxford

Tutorials

16-17 year olds

From £4495

14 days commencing:

30/06/2019, 07/07/2019, 14/07/2019, 21/07/2019, 28/07/2019, 04/08/2019, 11/08/2019, 28/06/2020, 05/07/2020, 12/07/2020, 19/07/2020, 26/07/2020, 02/08/2020, 09/08 2020

Learning

Outline

Study Sociology & Anthropology with us and gain an in-depth understanding on how we exist as human beings. We’ll cover a range of thought-provoking topics from human origins and social structures to sexuality, globalisation, law and order. Prepare for an insightful study of our very essence and being.

Teaching methodology

Learn the Oxford way with tutorial style teaching. Your expert tutor will foster self-directed learning and critical thinking through interactive seminars in small groups (no bigger than 8). During your course, you will complete two pieces of independent work (essays or problem sheets), which your tutor will then evaluate in either a 1:1 or 2:1 tutorial. Tutorials will provide you with the opportunity to discuss your work and feedback with your tutor and learn new perspectives from your classmates. On completion of the course, you’ll receive a certificate and letter of recommendation from your tutor.

ACADEMIC SUMMER COURSES SAMPLE TIMETABLE : AGE 16-17

Week 1

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Sunday
- Arrival and Orientation(Tap for more)
- Course Induction(Tap for more)
- Dinner in College
- Group Inductions(Tap for more)
- Quiet Time(Tap for more)
  Quiet time: 8:30 pm curfew, 10:30pm lights out
Monday
- Wake up(Tap for more)
- Breakfast
- Seminar(Tap for more)
- Lunch
- Lecture(Tap for more)
- Free time(Tap for more)
- Free time or Activity(Tap for more)
- Restaurant Dinner
- Punting(Tap for more)
- Quiet Time(Tap for more)
  Quiet time: 8:30 pm curfew, 10:30pm lights out
Tuesday
- Wake up(Tap for more)
- Breakfast
- Seminar(Tap for more)
- Lunch
- Lecture(Tap for more)
- Free time(Tap for more)
- Free time or Activity(Tap for more)
- Restaurant Dinner
- Quiz Night(Tap for more)
- Quiet Time(Tap for more)
  Quiet time: 8:30 pm curfew, 10:30pm lights out
Wednesday
- Wake up(Tap for more)
- Breakfast
- Study Day(Tap for more)
- Restaurant Dinner
- Ghost Trail(Tap for more)
- Quiet Time(Tap for more)
  Quiet time: 8:30 pm curfew, 10:30pm lights out
Thursday
- Wake up(Tap for more)
- Breakfast
- Day Trip (incl. restaurant dinner)(Tap for more)
- Quiet Time(Tap for more)
  Quiet time: 8:30 pm curfew, 10:30pm lights out
Friday
- Wake up(Tap for more)
- Breakfast
- Tutorial(Tap for more)
  Tutorials will last for one hour and be timetabled to take place during this period
- Lunch
- Workshop(Tap for more)
- Free time or Activity(Tap for more)
- Formal Hall Dinner
- Game Night(Tap for more)
- Quiet Time(Tap for more)
  Quiet time: 8:30 pm curfew, 10:30pm lights out
Saturday
- Wake up(Tap for more)
- Breakfast
- Day Trip (incl. restaurant dinner)(Tap for more)
- Quiet Time(Tap for more)
  Quiet time: 8:30 pm curfew, 10:30pm lights out

Week 2

07:00
08:00
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Sunday
- Lie in and Breakfast
- Free Time, Organised Activities, Sports Afternoon(Tap for more)
- Restaurant Dinner
- Karaoke(Tap for more)
- Quiet Time(Tap for more)
  Quiet time: 8:30 pm curfew, 10:30pm lights out
Monday
- Wake up(Tap for more)
- Breakfast
- Lecture(Tap for more)
- Free time(Tap for more)
- Lunch
- Seminar(Tap for more)
- Free time or Activity(Tap for more)
- Restaurant Dinner
- Open Air Theatre(Tap for more)
- Quiet Time(Tap for more)
  Quiet time: 8:30 pm curfew, 10:30pm lights out
Tuesday
- Wake up(Tap for more)
- Breakfast
- Lecture(Tap for more)
- Free time(Tap for more)
- Lunch
- Seminar(Tap for more)
- Free time or Activity(Tap for more)
- Restaurant Dinner
- Design-an-app Team Challenge(Tap for more)
- Quiet Time(Tap for more)
  Quiet time: 8:30 pm curfew, 10:30pm lights out
Wednesday
- Wake up(Tap for more)
- Breakfast
- Study Day(Tap for more)
- Restaurant Dinner
- Bowling(Tap for more)
- Quiet Time(Tap for more)
  Quiet time: 8:30 pm curfew, 10:30pm lights out
Thursday
- Wake up(Tap for more)
- Breakfast
- Day Trip (incl. restaurant dinner)(Tap for more)
- Quiet Time(Tap for more)
  Quiet time: 8:30 pm curfew, 10:30pm lights out
Friday
- Wake up(Tap for more)
- Breakfast
- Tutorial(Tap for more)
  Tutorials will last for one hour and be timetabled to take place during this period
- Lunch
- Group Activity(Tap for more)
- Graduation(Tap for more)
- Formal Hall Dinner
- Bop(Tap for more)
- Quiet Time(Tap for more)
  Quiet time: 8:30 pm curfew, 10:30pm lights out
Saturday
- Breakfast and Packing
- Departures(Tap for more)

The Experience

You’ll have time to explore Oxford for yourself, as well as forging new friendships for the future, and there’s an action-packed programme of social activities, field trips and excursions to help bring your learning to life. We might even head to London for the day.

You’re not a tourist, so we won’t treat you like one. Instead we’ll help you uncover genuine local treasures and show you what life here is really like, from the inside.

Typical outings

Westminster, London

The Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, Westminster Cathedral, St James’s Park and Buckingham Palace – just a few of the world-famous landmarks in this part of London. Enjoy being at the heart of our vibrant capital.

Typical outings

Bath

Explore the cobbled streets and Georgian architecture of this historic English city. And discover the secrets of the literary world of Jane Austen, the Roman Baths, and its lively shops and cafés.

Typical outings

Blenheim Palace

Uncover the amazing history of the palace where Winston Churchill was born. And explore incredible state rooms, the tricky garden maze, the butterfly house, the beautiful grounds, and much more.

Typical outings

Ashmolean Museum

This world-famous museum of art and archaeology in the heart of Oxford University unveils a world of incredible historical artefacts, Egyptian mummies, Picasso, Da Vinci, Michelangelo, and much more.

Typical outings

Warwick Castle

1,000 years of jaw-dropping history, magic, myth and adventure merge at the medieval castle built by William the Conqueror. Discover dragons, dark dungeons, and spectacular history brought brilliantly to life.

Typical outings

British Museum

Discover amazing treasures and the history of people from around the world. Then explore the heart of London from Covent Garden and Trafalgar Square, to the National Gallery and St James' Park.

Reviews

"The seminars with my tutor were challenging and opened my eyes to new aspects of politics. Studying political theories with classmates from different countries with different systems exposed me to new angles, which has deepened my understanding of the subject."

Anna Denmark

Reviews

"I enjoyed our conversations about religion and ethics in philosophy class because I was able to form a more complex opinion on those topics with the help of our in-depth discussions."

Alisha India

Reviews

"The favourite thing about my subject was that for the first time I felt like I was challenged, coming from a person who has taken Computer Science for 3 years in school (at GCSE and A Levels), which was kind of exciting and intimidating at the same time."

Anas Australia

Reviews

"The physics course is amazing. Absolutely astonishing. "

Enricde Brazil

Stay in Oxford

Where it all began. Oxford is home to the oldest university in the English-speaking world, and it’s also where Oxford Summer Courses was born. Known as the city of dreaming spires, Oxford has educated and inspired world-changing thinkers through the ages. And its renowned tutorial teaching keeps the university among the global elite. But it’s so much more than books. This is a lively, cosmopolitan and open-minded place. There’s room for everyone, with something new (or very old) to discover at every turn.

Accommodation: All of the accommodation in Oxford is based within Oxford University college grounds, and the beautiful buildings that date back in some cases to the 13th century, present a real sense of the traditional university. Although the bedrooms have been appropriately modernised, they remain in-keeping with the college surroundings with lots of character and charm. Accommodating full-time students during term time, the rooms are practical and usually have some desk space for quiet study time. Each corridor houses a pastoral member of staff, who oversees students throughout the night. We are able to offer twin or single bedrooms with either shared or private bathroom facilities.

Food and catering: You will get the chance to eat at a range of Oxford's best restaurants and cafes during the week, and each Friday evening you will experience an Oxford University formal hall. As an Oxford Summer Courses student, you will get to attend two formal halls per course, where you can expect an excellent dining experience and an electric atmosphere, as students and staff celebrate the achievements of the week together. Usually followed by a traditional party and graduation ceremony it really is an experience of a lifetime, so don’t forget your cameras for this one!

Dates & Prices

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30 Jun - 13 Jul 2019

Standard (shared bathroom)

£4495

Full

Sociology and Anthropology

Learning

Outline

Teaching methodology

ACADEMIC SUMMER COURSES SAMPLE TIMETABLE : AGE 16-17

Week 1

Week 2

The Experience

Typical outings

Westminster, London

Typical outings

Bath

Typical outings

Blenheim Palace

Typical outings

Ashmolean Museum

Typical outings

Warwick Castle

Typical outings

British Museum

Reviews

Reviews

Reviews

Reviews

Stay in Oxford

Accommodation

Food and catering

Dates & Prices

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