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History (16-17 years old)

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

Dates
Dates: June - August 2026
Age Range
Age Range: 16-17 years old
Fees
Fees from: £6,995.00

Course Summary

History Oxford summer school at Oxford Summer Courses for ages 16-17 years. Study History with Oxford Summer Courses. From events and legends through the ages to questions surrounding philosophy and methodology, we’ll cover everything in our influential History course. You’ll learn about different social and cultural contexts, causes and impacts of world conflicts, and explore the reasons for political arguments, forming your own opinions based on your new knowledge. What is history? If you think that’s a simple question, it’s time to think again. Challenge how history works and uncover why it still powers our political discourse today. 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 visit different Oxford colleges for a comprehensive Oxford summer school experience.

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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.

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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

Academics & Extracurriculars

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.

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Chaya Ramful
14/09/2025
My son came back fully contented..
My son had a wonderful time this summer at the Winchester campus with Tom & Philip. He learnt so much and also fully enjoyed all the trips and activities. He came back fully contented!We're looking forward to sending Rishabh again next year!
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Ceren Yılmaz
14/09/2025
I had the best experience of my life
I had the best experience of my life. For two weeks, I had a chance to learn and explore amazing knowledge by a very kind tutor. Besides the classes, the friendship I had during two weeks, all the great activities and relevant stuff made my experience much more amazing. I recommend it to everyone who is willing to go and see Oxford's fascinating atmosphere with a very informative course.
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Alessandro Veca
14/09/2025
Better equipment and space for certain subjects
The best part about the experience was that the staff and the learning accommodation were good. I felt that the team was doing their best to take care of me and everybody else at the experience, but at the location were I stayed didn't have some of the proper equipment and learning accommodation to do science experiments, like a lab. At least to compensate we got to do Blooket in the last 2 sessions of the week.
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Victoria C
14/09/2025
Oxford Summer Courses – Winchester Juniors
I had what was probably the best week of my life at the Winchester Juniors Oxford Summer Course, all the students were kind and welcoming and I easily made friends who I am still in contact with. The tutors were really knowledgeable and passionate about their subject, and made the lessons engaging and challenging while interesting and fun at the same time. The house parents and staff were all really caring and friendly from the moment I met them. Tom and Phillip were some of the best course directors I’ve met and they were really helpful and made all the activities fun and enjoyable but still ensuring our behavior was safe, while taking an enormous amount of photos of us and replying to anxious parents’ messages. The campus was absolutely beautiful and we had many chances to explore the area. The environment was relaxed and friendly though rules were set in place, and I look forward to returning again. I definitely recommend this camp to anyone who wishes to have a wider global mindset, meet a supportive community of fellow students and staff, and to have enriching academic and social experiences.
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Sudeep Nair
14/09/2025
My son loved the program
My son loved the program. I would recommend it to other students too.
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Andreas Loizides
14/09/2025
Winchester College
My 11-year-old recently attended the summer school program in Winchester, and the experience was exceptional. The curriculum was a balanced mix of academic enrichment and engaging activities, with attentive instructors who fostered creativity and collaboration. They successfully combined learning and fun, motivating my child to explore new subjects with enthusiasm. Communication with parents was smooth, and the staff's passion and care created a supportive and enriching environment.In conclusion, the Winchester summer school offered a well-rounded experience that exceeded our expectations. My child came away with new knowledge, skills, and friendships, and a renewed excitement for learning. I wholeheartedly recommend this program to any family looking for an unforgettable summer experience for their child.