Imaginative creative writing summer experiences in vibrant cities such as Oxford and Cambridge.
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Let your imagination run wild this summer!
Create a spectacular universe of your own this summer with a creative writing course in the literary and cultural hotspots of Oxford, Cambridge or London. Stretch your imagination and challenge yourself to think differently, and play with different genres and styles through creative storytelling. Feel the buzz of finding exactly the right word to make your poem sing, craft a tantalising script destined for the silver screen, or finally get started on your Great Novel!
If you live more in books than out and your greatest heroes are all authors, you’ll love discovering the inspiration behind the work of the writers who have shaped human history with their words, whilst developing your own unique voice to bring your stories alive. You might be interested in pursuing a career in editing, publishing or marketing - a creative writing summer course this summer is an excellent place to start.
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Creative Writing Summer School in Oxford
What is it about the magic of Oxford that has inspired so many of our literary greats? Wander the same streets as Tolkein, Oscar Wilde and Percey Shelley whilst they studied and taught here, and visit the very pub that Tolkein and CS Lewis met at to discuss their ideas!
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Creative Writing Summer School in Cambridge
The roll call of famous authors to have studied and lived in captivating Cambridge is almost endless: from the leading English romantic poets Wordsworth and Tennyson, to Sylvia Plath, Iris Murdoch and modern fiction greats such as Zadie Smith!
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Best Creative Writing Summer Schools 2025
Oxford
12-18Exciting International Summer Programme in Oxford
Experience the history, culture, and architecture of Oxford while studying on one of Oxford Scholastica Academy's transformational, future-focused courses.
Price from £6,995 - £13,690 / 2 or 4 weeks
World Leading Oxford Summer Schools for Teens
Experience Oxford Royale's summer programmes on campus at world leading universities, offering students a chance to dive into prestigious academic and cultural enrichment.
Price from £6,995 / 2 weeks
Authentic Oxford & Cambridge Experience for High School Students
Authentic Oxford & Cambridge Experience by Oxford Summer Courses immerses high school students in diverse academic studies and cultural explorations at these historic universities.
Price from £6,395 - £7,495 / 2 weeks
Academic Exploration Summer Programme in Oxford
Summer Springboard at the University of Oxford provides high school students academic courses and cultural exploration in a historic setting.
Price from $3,198 - $6,098 USD / 2 weeks
Department for Continuing Education
A range of exciting summer courses for adults, delivered by the University of Oxford's Department for Continuing Education
Price from £1,500.00
The Oxford Tradition Summer School for Grades 10-12
The Oxford Tradition Summer School, for grades 10-12, offers rigorous academic courses and cultural immersion at Oxford.
Price from $12,225 USD / 25 days