Explore what makes our world work and how innovation can shape its future.
Explore what makes our world work and how innovation can shape its future. This course invites students to delve into the principles of engineering, creative problem-solving, and sustainable design to tackle real-world challenges from renewable energy to smart cities. Perfect for those who love to design, build, and make a difference.
Over two weeks, students dive into the fundamentals of engineering and design thinking, exploring future-focused themes like green innovation, smart technologies, and systems design. You’ll learn how ideas are shaped, tested, and scaled - and how engineers can drive meaningful, lasting change.
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Sapphire Education’s 2026 summer programme in Bath gives ambitious 12–18-year-olds an immersive, university-style learning experience, combined with hands-on projects and expert mentorship across seven pathways - from AI and engineering to business and leadership.
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Apply NowAll students stay in modern, en-suite accommodation within a secure, university-style residence. Rooms are comfortable, private, and designed to give students a real taste of independent living. Pastoral staff are on-site 24/7 for support and supervision.
Students will receive 35+ hours of subject learning and academic enrichment, taught in small groups by passionate teachers. Outside of these lessons, students will attend Masterclasses, Cultural Excursions, Guest Speaker & Q&A Sessions, as well as structured social and wellbeing time.
For students taking one of our Future Scholars courses, we recommend a minimum English Level of B1.
For students taking one of our Pre-University Scholars courses, we recommend a minimum English Level of B2.
We maintain a high staff-to-student ratio and have dedicated Sapphire staff living on site to ensure round-the-clock care, guidance, and pastoral support. Student safety and wellbeing are our top priorities.
Transfers from Bristol, London Heathrow and London Gatwick are included in the course fee. Alternative airports and out-of-window transfers may be available on request, at an additional cost.
Yes, course insurance is provided.
Student will have an end-of-course graduation, where they will receive their certificate.
Depending on where you are travelling from, some students may require a visa. We recommend referring to the UK Government website for up-to-date official advice: https://www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa
