Humanities Summer Schools in Oxford for Ages 13-18
Compare 48 current course options
Compare 48 humanities options in Oxford for ages 13-18. Use the course panels first, then check dates, fees, provider details and course focus in the comparison table below.
Classics (The Oxford Tradition)
- Pembroke College
- 16 -18
- Summer 2027
This course examines the literature, philosophy, history, art, and scientific thought of Ancient Greece and Rome. From readings of classical authors to tours of the Ashmolean and local Roman sites, students receive an...
Faculty Of Law At Oxford College
- Oxford University Colleges
- 15-17
- Summer 2027
The Faculty of Law offers an immersive and intellectually stimulating environment where students can explore the intricacies of legal systems and the principles of justice. This programme is designed to develop your...
Politics, Philosophy And Economics (The Oxford Experience)
- Corpus Christi College
- 13-15
- Summer 2027
Oxford's famous undergraduate degree, Politics, Philosophy, and Economics (PPE), is adapted for our students. They examine the governing institutions and policies of modern Britain and contrast the British, American,...
Public Speaking And Debating
- Saïd Business School
- 15-18
- Summer 2027
The Oxford Saïd Teen Leadership Summer Academy is a two-week programme offering interactive workshops, case studies, and mentorship in leadership, entrepreneurship, and global business. Students develop public speaking,...
Global Challenges And Social Impact Leadership
- Saïd Business School
- 15-18
- Summer 2027
The Oxford Saïd Teen Leadership Summer Academy is a two-week certification programme immersing students in leadership, entrepreneurship, and global business. Through interactive workshops, real-world case studies, and...
Law & Politics (Oxford)
- Oxford University Colleges
- 16-18
- Summer 2027
The Oxford Law and Politics Summer School immerses students in the intersection of law and politics, exploring topics like human rights, globalisation, and ethics through case studies and debate. Participants gain...
Intensive English Language
- St Andrews University +2
- 13-18
- Summer 2027
This immersive course at International Summer School for Teens (ISSFT) offers full English-language immersion for teens at levels A1-B2. It focuses on strengthening grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, and all four core...
Leadership Fundamentals
- Saïd Business School
- 15-18
- Summer 2027
The Oxford Saïd Teen Leadership Summer Academy is a two-week programme immersing students in leadership, entrepreneurship, and global business. Through interactive workshops, real-world case studies, and mentorship from...
Marketing And Media (16-17 Years Old)
- Oxford University Colleges
- 16-17 years old
- Summer 2027
The Marketing and Media summer school at Oxford Summer Courses, designed for 16-17 years old students, provides tutorials and is priced from £6,995.
Advanced English And Creative Writing
- Oxford University Colleges +1
- 13-18
- Summer 2027
This course offers international teenagers the chance to strengthen their academic English while exploring the power of imagination and self-expression. The programme blends language development — including grammar,...
Experience Business & Enterprise Academy
- Oxford University Colleges
- 15-18
- Summer 2027
This course brings business, economics and management to life, to help you better understand what it’s like to pursue study in this field. You’ll explore different types of businesses, discover a range of economic...
Classical Civilisation (16-17 Years Old)
- Oxford University Colleges
- 16-17 years old
- Summer 2027
The Classical Civilisation summer school at Oxford Summer Courses, designed for 16-17 years old students, provides tutorials and is priced from £6,995.
Active English (9-15 Years Old) With Electives: Football & Tennis Coaching, Performing Arts
- St Clares Campus
- 9-15
- Summer 2027
Active English (9-15 years) offers expert English language teaching in Oxford, focusing on speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Students enjoy interactive lessons, weekly themed activities, and cultural visits to...
Global Leadership (Politics, Philosophy & Economics)
- Oxford University Colleges +1
- 13-18
- Summer 2027
Explore how the world works through the lens of politics, philosophy, and economics. This thought-provoking course helps students develop critical thinking, communication, and leadership skills while examining...
Faculty Of Global Leadership At Oxford College
- Oxford University Colleges
- 15-17
- Summer 2027
The Faculty of Global Leadership is dedicated to cultivating visionary leaders who are equipped to address the challenges of an interconnected world. This programme blends academic rigor with real-world applications,...
Negotiation And Conflict Resolution
- Saïd Business School
- 15-18
- Summer 2027
The Oxford Saïd Teen Leadership Summer Academy is a two-week certification programme immersing students in leadership, entrepreneurship, negotiation, and global business. Through interactive workshops, case studies, and...
Experience International Relations, Politics & Leadership Academy
- Oxford University Colleges
- 15-18
- Summer 2027
This course helps students better understand the importance of relationships between nations and cultures. We’ll explore case-studies of international relations in action — and how it’s created significant change....
Business & Entrepreneurship (15-17 Years Old)
- St Clares Campus
- 15-17
- Summer 2027
The Business in Oxford course (15-17 years) develops essential skills for an international career through interactive English lessons, collaborative projects, and real-world business experiences, including company...
Business, Innovation & Entrepreneurship (Oxford)
- Oxford University Colleges
- 16-18
- Summer 2027
The Oxford Business Summer School immerses students in business management, innovation, and entrepreneurship through hands-on simulations, real-world case studies, and enterprise workshops. Participants develop...
Business Management In Oxford For Ages 16-18
- Oxford University Colleges
- 16-18
- Summer 2027
Hone advanced business skills in Oxford, where academic excellence meets real-world application.
Intensive English Exam Preparation (15-17 Years Old)
- St Clares Campus
- 15-17
- Summer 2027
The Intensive English Exam Preparation course (15-17 years) in Oxford offers dynamic IELTS or Cambridge exam training, academic skills development, and personal research projects. Students benefit from small classes,...
Architecture In Oxford For Ages 13-15
- Oxford University Colleges
- 13-15
- Summer 2027
Begin your architectural journey in Oxford, where centuries of design inspire future innovators.
Explore Business (Oxford)
- Oxford University Colleges
- 12-15
- Summer 2027
The Explore Business course at Oxford Business Summer School offers a dynamic introduction to business, finance, and marketing. Live like an Oxford student while developing key skills through real-world case studies,...
Immersive English (15-17) With Electives: Animal Health, Bushcraft, Football, Visual Arts
- St Clares Campus
- 15-17
- Summer 2027
Immerse yourself in English at Merrist Wood’s 400-acre Surrey campus, combining expert language teaching with hands-on electives like Animal Care, Bushcraft, Football, and Visual Arts. Improve fluency and confidence...
Critical Thinking (The Oxford Summer Seminar)
- Corpus Christi College
- 16 -18
- Summer 2027
How might the rise of the "selfie stick" be related to the popularity of first-person video games? What does our obsession with professional sports say about us? Why, exactly, is Kim Kardashian famous? This course...
English Adventures At Headington Oxford
- UK Boarding schools +1
- 12-16
- Summer 2027
English Adventurers is an immersive two-week language programme for students of all levels, from A1 to C1.You’ll build your confidence in English through interactive lessons, practical tasks, and creative projects that...
Philosophy (13-15 Years Old)
- Oxford University Colleges
- 13-15 years old
- Summer 2027
The Philosophy summer school at Oxford Summer Courses, designed for 13-15 years old students, provides seminars and small group learning and is priced from £6,995.
Faculty Of Business At Oxford College
- Oxford University Colleges
- 15-17
- Summer 2027
The Faculty of Business is where future leaders and entrepreneurs are shaped. This programme offers an in-depth exploration of the core principles of business, from strategy and management to marketing and finance,...
Discover Business Academy
- Oxford University Colleges
- 12-14
- Summer 2027
Want to know what life in the business world is really like? On this business summer course, you’ll learn basic economics, corporate law, leadership, management, and public speaking. You’ll also explore the roles of...
English For Life - Mornings (18+)
- St Clares Campus
- 18+
- Summer 2027
English for Life - Mornings (18+) offers structured morning lessons in grammar, vocabulary, reading, writing, listening, and speaking for international learners in small classes. Enjoy free afternoons to explore Oxford...
Speech And Debate Minor Only (The Oxford Experience)
- Corpus Christi College
- 13-15
- Summer 2027
Students explore major debating styles and strategies, engage in daily speaking exercises, orations, and dialogues, and prepare and present regular debates. The culmination of the course is a formal debate in the...
Explore Law (Oxford)
- Oxford University Colleges
- 12-15
- Summer 2027
Oxford Royale’s Explore Law Summer School in Oxford offers students aged 12–15 an immersive introduction to UK law. Through expert-led classes, mock trials, debates, and investigations, students gain foundational legal...
Interactive English (15-17 Years Old)
- St Clares Campus
- 15-17
- Summer 2027
This dynamic English course for ages 15-17 in Oxford develops all key language skills through interactive lessons, engaging weekly themes, and real-world projects. Students benefit from small classes, expert teachers,...
International Relations (18-24 Years Old)
- Oxford University Colleges
- 18-24 years old
- Summer 2027
The International Relations summer school at Oxford Summer Courses, designed for 18-24 years old students, provides tutorials and is priced from £6,995.
History, Philosophy & Literature (Oxford)
- Oxford University Colleges
- 16-18
- Summer 2027
Oxford Royale’s History, Philosophy & Literature Summer School offers an immersive exploration of key thinkers and ideas from Aristotle to Nietzsche, examining how philosophy, history, and literature intersect. Students...
Ib Introduction (15-17 Years Old)
- St Clares Campus
- 15-17
- Summer 2027
This 3-week IB Introduction summer course in Oxford offers 15-17 year olds a comprehensive foundation in IB philosophy, methodology, and key subjects. Taught by experienced IB teachers in small classes, students develop...
Marketing (Oxford)
- Oxford University Colleges
- 16-18
- Summer 2027
Oxford Royale’s Marketing Summer School offers students with a business foundation an immersive exploration of marketing strategies, consumer behaviour, and digital trends like AI and social media. Through case studies...
Criminology (The Oxford Tradition)
- Pembroke College
- 16 -18
- Summer 2027
Through workshops, debates, and visits to police stations and criminal courts, students explore individual and social theories of crime, philosophies of punishment, criminal profiling, incident analysis, and basic...
Philosophy (18-24 Years Old)
- Oxford University Colleges
- 18-24 years old
- Summer 2027
The Philosophy summer school at Oxford Summer Courses, designed for 18-24 years old students, provides tutorials and is priced from £6,995.
English Literature (18-24 Years Old)
- Oxford University Colleges
- 18-24 years old
- Summer 2027
The English Literature summer school at Oxford Summer Courses, designed for 18-24 years old students, provides tutorials and is priced from £5,495 for Non Residential option.
Criminology (The Oxford Experience)
- Corpus Christi College
- 13-15
- Summer 2027
Through workshops, debates, and visits to police stations and criminal courts, students explore individual and social theories of crime, philosophies of punishment, criminal profiling, incident analysis, and basic...
Business And Finance In The 21st Century (The Oxbridge Institute For Advanced Studies)
- Pembroke College
- 16 -18
- Summer 2027
The course will begin by introducing students to the approaches and techniques required to carry out a successful Business or Finance-related research project. At the same time, the instructor will propose a range of...
History (The Oxford Summer Seminar)
- Corpus Christi College
- 16 -18
- Summer 2027
This course explores events and issues that have been concealed, little understood, or rarely studied. Students are introduced to local secrets, popular conspiracies, the machinations of conniving politicians and...
History In Oxford For Ages 16-18
- Oxford University Colleges
- 16-18
- Summer 2027
Uncover the past in Oxford, where every cobblestone tells a story of historical significance.
Business Management In Oxford For Ages 13-15
- Oxford University Colleges
- 13-15
- Summer 2027
Start your business journey in Oxford, a city that nurtures future leaders and entrepreneurs.
Creative Writing (The Oxford Summer Seminar)
- Corpus Christi College
- 16 -18
- Summer 2027
Taking inspiration from the city's quirky history, students seek to master different genres. They experiment with comedy, drama, horror, realism, satire, and tragedy, as well as memoir and poetry. They also hone their...
Learn English For Ages 13-15 (Oxford)
- Oxford University Colleges
- 12-15
- Summer 2027
Improve your English in speaking, listening, reading, and writing with Oxford Royale’s Learn English programme for ages 13-15. Study on campus in a real Oxford University college, taught by expert tutors, and immerse...
Classical Civilisation (18-24 Years Old)
- Oxford University Colleges
- 18-24 years old
- Summer 2027
The Classical Civilisation summer school at Oxford Summer Courses, designed for 18-24 years old students, provides tutorials and is priced from £5,495 for Non Residential option.
Course comparison
The table summarises the currently matched options. Compare the available dates, duration and fees, then check the course page for full details.
| Course | Provider | Ages | Dates | Duration | Fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Classics (The Oxford Tradition) | Oxbridge Academic Programs | 16 -18 | June - August 2027 | 2 or 4 weeks | $7,395 for one session; $12,595 for combined session |
| Faculty of Law at Oxford College | Summer Boarding Courses | 15-17 | June - August 2027 | 2 Weeks | £6,695.00 |
| Politics, Philosophy and Economics (The Oxford Experience) | Oxbridge Academic Programs | 13-15 | June - August 2027 | 4 weeks | $12,495 |
| Public speaking and debating | Spark to Connect in Partnership with Saïd Business School | 15-18 | Check course | 14 days | £8,995 |
| Global challenges and social impact leadership | Spark to Connect in Partnership with Saïd Business School | 15-18 | Check course | 14 days | £8,995 |
| Law & Politics (Oxford) | Oxford Royale | 16-18 | Check course | 2 weeks | £6,995 |
| Intensive English Language | ISSFT | 13-18 | Check course | 2 Weeks | £5950 - £6995 |
| Leadership fundamentals | Spark to Connect in Partnership with Saïd Business School | 15-18 | Check course | 14 days | £8,995 |
| Marketing and Media (16-17 years old) | Atlas Summer Courses | 16-17 years old | June - August 2027 | 2 Weeks | £6,995.00 |
| Advanced English and Creative Writing | ISSFT | 13-18 | Check course | 2 Weeks | £6995 |
| Experience Business & Enterprise Academy | Oxford Scholastica Academy | 15-18 | June - August 2027 | 2 weeks | £7,495 |
| Classical Civilisation (16-17 years old) | Atlas Summer Courses | 16-17 years old | June - August 2027 | 2 Weeks | £6,995.00 |
Choosing between these options
Humanities Summer Schools in Oxford for Ages 13-18 currently lists 48 matching options. Each option matches the location, subject and age filters shown on this page.
How to compare these courses
For humanities, useful differences often come down to academic depth, teaching format, provider experience, location, dates, included accommodation or activities, and how clearly the course matches the student's current level.
Before you apply
- Confirm the course is genuinely based in Oxford or clearly explains any multi-location element.
- Check that the provider's age guidance fits the student, as eligibility can vary between courses and sessions.
- Compare the provider, dates, duration and fees rather than judging by title alone.
- Look for a course description that explains what students will actually study or produce.
How to choose
When comparing humanities in Oxford for ages 13-18, start with fit rather than headline. A strong option should make the teaching level, practical work, dates, fees and provider responsibilities clear before you apply.
Academic level
Check whether the humanities course is introductory, advanced or designed for students with prior study. Age eligibility does not always tell you the academic level by itself.
Course focus
Look for a clear description of what students will study, practise or produce. Similar course titles can cover quite different project work, teaching styles or specialisms.
Dates, duration and fees
Use the table to compare timing and cost, then confirm the latest inclusions with the provider before applying.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best humanities summer school in Oxford for ages 13-18?
The best choice depends on the student's level, preferred teaching style, dates and budget. Start with the course panels on this page, then compare provider, duration, fees and course focus in the table.
Are these humanities courses all based in Oxford?
The page is filtered for Oxford, but some providers may use multiple campuses or explain a broader location model. Always check the course and provider details before applying.
Do course fees include accommodation and activities?
Inclusions vary by provider and course. Check the individual course page for accommodation, meals, activities and other inclusions, and confirm the latest details with the provider before booking.