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Availability for this legacy offering is being verified. Its previous details are retained for review; confirmed 2027 sessions are not currently listed.
These are historical details for International Development (18-24 years old) from Atlas Summer Courses. Current availability, dates and eligibility are being verified. Find out what the future holds for our countries and everyone else we share the world with. You’ll learn about the nature of inequality in human development, considering the impact of the UN 2015 Sustainable Development Goals.
We’ll also cover theories and opinions, such as those surrounding migration and how they could shape the changing face of our communities and cultures. Equip yourself with leading theory and methodology by examining the physical, social, economic, and political complexities of development – and post-development – in today’s world.
Additionally, set and reflect on ambitious goals with our support, participate in tutorial Q&A sessions, and gain industry insights through discussions with experts. Explore future career pathways, understand the Oxford and Cambridge tutorial system, and visit diverse Oxford colleges for a comprehensive summer school experience.

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We are checking current dates and eligibility. Previous course details are retained for reference.
We use Oxford and Cambridge university accommodation with ensuite and standard rooms available.
For 13+ we offer 20 hours of tutor contact time with additional supervised study sessions to prepare for seminars. We also have reflection and goal setting times along with masterclasses teaching 21st century skills.
We require a minimum of B2 in English to attend these courses.
We have on course staff on site 24 hours a day. Porters lodges make sites secure and staff are given first aid training.
Airport transfers are included in our course fee and run on the first Sunday and final Saturday of the courses. Flights must be to Heathrow airport and within our arrival and departure times.
Health and travel insurance are both included in the course fee.
At the end of the course the students receive a certificate and a letter of recommendation to use as supporting documents for future applications.
A UK visitor's visa is required to attend this course. We provide a supporting letter on payment of the balance for those that require it.