English Literature (16-17 years old) summer course in Cambridge, by Oxford Summer Courses.
English Literature Cambridge Summer School at Oxford Summer Courses for ages 16-17 years. Study English Literature with Oxford Summer Courses. From the romantic poets of yesteryear to contemporary writers of today, every piece of literature, prose, and poetry has a symbolic meaning and a message to be interpreted. Learn how to demystify them on our fascinating English Literature course. Explore the works of writers such as William Wordsworth, George Eliot, Virginia Woolf, and Ali Smith for a diverse range of styles and contexts. We’ll help you build your creative expertise and enjoy every word along the way. Great writers deserve great readers. Spend time with important works from centuries ago to the modern day, refining how you approach, analyse, and argue about literature. 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, and can visit different Cambridge colleges for a comprehensive Cambridge Summer School experience.
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Students will reside in one of Cambridge University’s most iconic colleges, including Fitzwilliam College, Sidney Sussex College, and Corpus Christi College. Accommodation will be assigned based on room availability and the student’s age group.
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.