Creative Writing (16-17 years old)

Creative Writing (16-17 years old) summer course in Oxford, by Oxford Summer Courses.

Key Details
  • Available
    Available from: July - August
  • Provider
    Provider: Oxford Summer Courses
  • Ages
    Ages: 16-18
  • Fees
    Fees: £6,995.00
  • Duration
    Duration: 2 Weeks

Course Summary

Creative Writing Oxford summer school at Oxford Summer Courses for ages 16-17 years. Study Creative Writing with Oxford Summer Courses. Learn the methods and structures you need to create engaging fiction, prose, and poetry on our inspiring Creative Writing course. You’ll discover the origins of creative writing; find out why we write in the first place and how to craft compelling opening chapters. We’ll also explore character development, structure and plot, and voice and dialogue for an in-depth study of the works behind the words. Write the future. You’ll find inspiration in great writers – exploring how they shape worlds through words – and receive tailored coaching to push your own work further than ever. Set and reflect on ambitious goals with our support, engage in tutorial Q&A sessions, participate in an academic skills masterclass for critical thinking development, explore future career pathways through expert speakers, attend a university fair to meet representatives from various universities, and have the chance to visit different Oxford colleges for a comprehensive Oxford summer school experience.

Course Highlights

  • Tutorials with qualified academics
  • Live at a historic academic setting
  • Enjoy social activities and day trips
  • Benefit from small class sizes with engaging, expert tutors.
What's Included?
  • All teaching, including tutorials (1 or 2 students per tutor), small group seminars (8 students or less) and skills development workshops
  • Accommodation and breakfast every day
  • All evening meals including those at local restaurants
  • A graduation ceremony
  • All programmed visits and excursions
  • Airport transfers (UK courses only and conditions apply)
  • Access to Oxford Summer Courses Foundations
Accommodation

Nestled within the University of Oxford’s most iconic colleges, including Lady Margaret Hall, New College, Somerville College, and Worcester College, students will experience life at one of the world’s top universities. Accommodation will be assigned based on room availability and the student's age group.

Tuition

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.

Key Details
  • Available from: July - August
  • Provider: Oxford Summer Courses
  • Ages: 16-18
  • Fees: £6,995.00
  • Duration: 2 Weeks

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Please note there are no scholarships or bursaries available for summer 2025