Our Guide to the Best Oxford Summer Schools 2026

Our Guide to the Best Oxford Summer Schools 2026

Browse summer schools and courses taking place in Oxford in summer 2026, and find your perfect Oxford summer school experience.

Welcome to the City of Dreaming Spires

Summer presents the perfect opportunity to broaden your understanding, experience new things and meet people from all over the world. And there's no better place for that than Oxford, one of the world's best universities and a stunning, historic city in which to spend a summer. Use our guide to browse summer schools running in Oxford in summer 2026 and to find your ideal summer course.

Find Inspirational Programs

Our guide only features the very best summer programs in Oxford with top summer school providers, all of which offer transformative summer experiences to international students from all over the world. View our pick of the very best Oxford summer schools below.

World Leading Oxford Summer Schools for Teens summer school World Leading Oxford Summer Schools for Teens logo Cambridge • London • New York • Oxford • Yale
From £6,995 Ages 12-18 Summer 2026

Experience Oxford Royale's summer programmes on campus at world leading universities, offering students a chance to dive into prestigious academic and cultural enrichment.

Academic Insights in Oxford & Cambridge summer school Academic Insights in Oxford & Cambridge logo Cambridge • Oxford
From £5,995 - £7,495 Ages 13-18 July and August 2026

University-style summer programmes in Cambridge and Oxford for ages 13–18, combining academic rigour, world-class teaching, and an authentic taste of student life.

Pre-university and Career experiences at Oxford College summer school Pre-university and Career experiences at Oxford College logo Oxford
From From £6,695 Ages 15-17 Summer 2026

The Oxford College Summer School by SBC offers high school students aged 15-17 an immersive academic experience in a prestigious university setting in Oxford.

The Oxford Tradition Summer School for Grades 10-12 summer school The Oxford Tradition Summer School for Grades 10-12 logo Oxford
From $12,225 USD Ages 15-18 Summer 2026

The Oxford Tradition Summer School, for grades 10-12, offers rigorous academic courses and cultural immersion at Oxford.

Exciting International Summer Programme in Oxford summer school Exciting International Summer Programme in Oxford logo Oxford
From £6,995 - £13,690 Ages 12-18 Summer 2026

Experience the history, culture, and architecture of Oxford while studying on one of Oxford Scholastica Academy's transformational, future-focused courses.

Inspirational Cambridge Summer School for Ages 13-18 summer school Inspirational Cambridge Summer School for Ages 13-18 logo Cambridge
From £7,900 Ages 13-18 Summer 2026

ISSOS at Cambridge is based in the extensive and beautiful grounds of The University of Cambridge, one of the UK's most prestigious universities.

Why Choose Oxford this Summer 2026?

Oxford blends rich history with academic prestige. Whether you’re attending seminars in ancient colleges or enjoying the city’s lively culture, studying here means stepping into a tradition of excellence that has shaped some of the world’s greatest minds.

The Radcliffe Camera, a host venue for Oxford Summer Schools
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Welcome to the City of Dreaming Spires

Oxford’s story is centuries old. Starting its tale as a medieval settlement named Oxenaforda (meaning a river crossing for oxen), Oxford is now world-renowned as the home of one of the leading academic institutions in the world. There’s much more to Oxford than meets than eye, and once you’ve meandered alongside the rippling rivers, marvelled at the age-old architecture and roamed through the eye-opening museum collections, you’ll find yourself enchanted by the City of Dreaming Spires.

The inside of a traditional Oxford university college dining hall, lit by lamps in the evening
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World-famous Historic Attractions

There is always something to do in Oxford, whether that be exploring one of the University Colleges, climbing the Carfax Tower or buying a book in the world-famous Blackwell’s Bookstore. It’s the perfect city for those with a thirst for exploration and discovery, especially as much of the city is walkable.

A row of statues of heads of famous Oxford University academics, scientists and philosophers
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Follow in the Footsteps of Greatness

Oxford University has inspired many famous academics and notable figures since 1096, including 28 British Prime Ministers, 55 Nobel Prize winners and 120 Olympic Gold medal winners. Prepare to embrace the scholarly spirit that courses through the city’s veins and take inspiration from the many gifted individuals who have visited before you.

Find A Course

Bucksmore Education
Pre-University Preparation Law

This programme prepares students to excel in their chosen subjects within the highly competitive higher education environment. Students choose one…

Oxbridge Academic Programs
Law (The Oxford Summer Seminar)

Students examine the British and American legal systems and learn how they reflect the values and institutions of their respective…

Summer Boarding Courses
Faculty of Business at Oxford College

The Faculty of Business is where future leaders and entrepreneurs are shaped. This programme offers an in-depth exploration of the…

Summer Boarding Courses
Faculty of Medicine at Oxford College

Studying at the Faculty of Medicine offers an unparalleled opportunity to delve into the world of healthcare and medical sciences.…

Immerse Education
Engineering in Oxford for Ages 16-18

Push engineering boundaries in Oxford, a city known for its contributions to technological advancement.

Immerse Education
Economics in Oxford for Ages 16-18

Analyse complex economic systems in Oxford, home to influential economic thinkers and theories.

Oxbridge Academic Programs
International Relations in a Post-Unipolar World (The Oxbridge Institute for Advanced Studies)

The course will begin by introducing students to the approaches and techniques required to carry out a successful International Relations…

Oxbridge Academic Programs
AI: Designing Intelligent Systems (The Oxbridge Institute for Advanced Studies)

The course will begin by introducing students to the approaches and techniques required to carry out a successful Artificial Intelligence…

Summer Boarding Courses
Future Entrepreneur at Headington Oxford

Unlock your entrepreneurial potential and gain the skills to turn innovative ideas into thriving business ventures in a global market.

Immerse Education
Artificial Intelligence in Oxford for Ages 16-18

Explore AI frontiers in Oxford, where cutting-edge research shapes the future of technology.

Oxbridge Academic Programs
Biomedical Engineering (The Oxford Tradition)

Drawing on a range of disciplines, including Medicine, Engineering, Biology, and Computing, Biodmedical Engineers develop the systems and devices that…

Immerse Education
Philosophy, Politics & Economics in Oxford for Ages 16-18

Analyse society's core systems in Oxford, where interdisciplinary thinking shapes global leaders.

Summer Boarding Courses
Future Doctor at Headington Oxford

Future Doctors is a two-week programme for students who want to take their first steps into medicine. You’ll study how…

Summer Boarding Courses
English Adventures at Headington Oxford

English Adventurers is an immersive two-week language programme for students of all levels, from A1 to C1.You’ll build your confidence…

Oxbridge Academic Programs
Entrepreneurialism (The Oxford Tradition)

Students discover what drives entrepreneurs - the rules they follow and the ones they defy. They learn how to identify…

Oxbridge Academic Programs
Criminology (The Oxford Tradition)

Through workshops, debates, and visits to police stations and criminal courts, students explore individual and social theories of crime, philosophies…

Oxbridge Academic Programs
Engineering: Methods, Models, Applications (The Oxbridge Institute for Advanced Studies)

The course will begin by introducing students to the approaches and techniques required to carry out a successful Engineering research…

Oxbridge Academic Programs
Law (The Oxford Tradition)

Students examine the British and American legal systems and how they reflect the values and institutions of their respective societies.…

Bucksmore Education
Pre-University Preparation Global Finance and Economics

This programme prepares students to excel in their chosen subjects within the highly competitive higher education environment. Students choose one…

Oxbridge Academic Programs
Medicine (The Oxford Experience)

This hands-on course introduces students to key aspects of medicine and modern medical practice. Combining specialist lectures with experiments and…

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