Discover why St Andrews is the ideal destination for your 2026 summer school adventure and choose from trusted providers.
Discover a handpicked selection of the best summer courses hosted in St Andrews - ranging from academic subjects to leadership, coding, and more. Each programme is chosen for its quality, student care, and inspiring setting.
ISSOS' St Andrews summer school in Scotland offers students aged 13-18 the opportunity to spend their summer at one of the UK's top universities.
Renowned for academic excellence and historic beauty, St Andrews offers a calm, scholarly atmosphere by the sea. It's an ideal choice for students seeking a refined, enriching summer experience. Top reasons to choose St Andrews this summer:
St Andrews is perched on the stunning Scottish coastline, giving students the opportunity to take long walks on the white, sandy beaches and tip their toes into the sparkling sea. The picturesque beaches are the perfect place to unwind after class or have a picnic on the weekend, whilst being enchanted by the tranquil shores and lapping waves. The coastal location of the town makes it a truly special place to spend the summer, with the chance to make everlasting memories as you play, stroll, study and laugh on the sunlit beach.
Did you know that golf was invented in St Andrews? There is no better place to give the game a go than on St Andrews Links Old Course, the oldest golf course in the world. For those who https://oxfordsummerschools.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Andrews_1-300x200.jpgmight not be keen on having a putt, there are also guided walks of the Old Course on offer, showing visitors a selection of the famous holes whilst exploring the history of the game at the site.
St Andrews’ historical significance in the past shaped it into the quaint town it is today. Visitors can experience the culture of St Andrews as they wonder around the ruins of St Andrews Cathedral, where it is still possible to climb the medieval St Rule’s Tower to gaze out across the surrounding area. The nearby St Andrews Castle is worth an explore too, especially to learn all about its innovative prison carved out of solid rock!
Currently ranked as the UK's no.2 university by the Times, you’ll experience a palpable sense of the University of St Andrews' 600 years of history and prestige as you relax in its oak-panelled common rooms, traditional dining areas, beautiful libraries and private gardens. It also has its own theatre, sports centre and a library that houses over a million books – all of which you’ll have access to during your stay.
Use our easy course search tool to explore summer programmes in St Andrews and apply directly with trusted providers. A summer of discovery in Scotland’s most storied university town starts here.
Explore your theatrical skills this summer and work with your group to devise and perform a unique piece of theatre…
Options from: 7100.00Our Film summer school course gives students the unique opportunity to discover the fascinating world of filmmaking under the expert…
Options from: 7100.00From the internationally renowned home of Golf in Scotland, ISSOS offers truly unique summer golf tuition on the world-class facilities…
Options from: 7100.00Our Debate programme offers students the opportunity to build valuable transferable skills while developing their confidence, voice, presentation and public…
Options from: 7100.00English Language at ISSOS is designed for students who have English as a second language. Our course caters for students of every…
Options from: 7100.00The ISSOS art programme will help students to see that there is art in everything around us by exploring different…
Options from: 7100.00Our Study Skills programme is designed for students going into their final years of high school. It covers advanced study…
Options from: 7100.00Develop leadership skills and discover your own potential in our unique leadership programme that will give you a variety of valuable life skills…
Options from: 7100.00Our IB Extended Essay summer school class is designed to offer students the chance to work towards their IB Extended Essay while supported…
Options from: 7100.00Creative Writing at ISSOS is designed to develop students’ writing talents and help them to harness the power in their…
Options from: 7100.00Our tennis summer programme offers students of all abilities the opportunity to spend 3 weeks learning from our LTA accredited…
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