Social Sciences Summer Schools in Oxford for Ages 13-18
Compare 48 current course options
Compare 48 social sciences 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.
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...
International Development (18-24 Years Old)
- Oxford University Colleges
- 18-24 years old
- Summer 2027
The International Development summer school at Oxford Summer Courses, designed for 18-24 years old students, provides tutorials and is priced from £6,995.
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,...
Sustainable Engineering (16-17 Years Old)
- Oxford University Colleges
- 16-17 years old
- Summer 2027
The Sustainable Engineering summer school at Oxford Summer Courses, designed for 16-17 years old students, provides tutorials and is priced from £6,995.
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...
Experience Debate & Public Speaking Academy
- Oxford University Colleges
- 15-18
- Summer 2027
Want to improve your public speaking and debate skills? This debating summer course will help you develop confidence, learn persuasive techniques, and practise the art of rebuttal — skills that are essential in many...
Future Entrepreneur At Headington Oxford
- UK Boarding schools +1
- 12-16
- Summer 2027
Unlock your entrepreneurial potential and gain the skills to turn innovative ideas into thriving business ventures in a global market.
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...
Social Neuroscience And Leadership
- Saïd Business School
- 15-18
- Summer 2027
The Oxford Saïd Teen Leadership Summer Academy is a two-week certification programme blending social neuroscience and leadership with entrepreneurship, AI, and global business. Students engage in interactive workshops,...
Psychology (The Oxford Summer Seminar)
- Corpus Christi College
- 16 -18
- Summer 2027
Led by cutting-edge researchers engaged in experimental psychology, students address a different topic each class. These include introductions to mental processes and problem solving, evolutionary psychology, clinical...
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,...
Leadership & Sustainability (15-17)
- St Clares Campus
- 15-17
- Summer 2027
This course empowers students aged 15-17 to tackle global challenges like climate change and CSR through hands-on projects, leadership development, and innovative solutions. Set on Merrist Wood’s 400-acre sustainable...
Entrepreneurship And Start-Ups
- Saïd Business School
- 15-18
- Summer 2027
The Oxford Saïd Teen Leadership Summer Academy offers an immersive two-week programme focused on leadership, entrepreneurship, and global business. Students engage in interactive workshops, real-world case studies, and...
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...
Psychology In Oxford For Ages 16-18
- Oxford University Colleges
- 16-18
- Summer 2027
Unravel the human mind in Oxford, a hub for groundbreaking psychological research and theory.
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...
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...
Economics (18-24 Years Old)
- Oxford University Colleges
- 18-24 years old
- Summer 2027
The Economics 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.
Green Futures: Solutions To Environmental Challenges (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 research project related to the Environmental crisis. At the same time, the instructor will propose a...
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.
Economics & Finance (Oxford)
- Oxford University Colleges
- 16-18
- Summer 2027
Oxford Royale’s Economics & Finance Summer School offers an immersive introduction to finance and economics, blending corporate finance, microeconomics, and macroeconomics with real-world case studies and projects....
Future Global Leader At Headington Oxford
- UK Boarding schools +1
- 12-16
- Summer 2027
Future Global Leaders is a two-week programme for students who want to understand power, politics and influence in an international context. You’ll study how governments work, how global organisations respond to crises,...
International Development (16-17 Years Old)
- Oxford University Colleges
- 16-17 years old
- Summer 2027
The International Development summer school at Oxford Summer Courses, designed for 16-17 years old students, provides tutorials and is priced from £6,995.
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...
Economics (The Oxford Summer Seminar)
- Corpus Christi College
- 16 -18
- Summer 2027
From Adam Smith to Ernst Schumacher, Oxford is renowned for its contributions to economics. Students are introduced to some of the theories that govern economic thought. They also discover the fundamentals and...
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.
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...
Economics In Oxford For Ages 13-15
- Oxford University Colleges
- 13-15
- Summer 2027
Start understanding global economies in Oxford, where economic theories come to life.
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...
Leadership (The Oxford Summer Seminar)
- Corpus Christi College
- 16 -18
- Summer 2027
Regardless of their interests, students gain a better understanding of how to take action and lead. Interactive workshops on goal-setting, communication, negotiation, and team-building form the core of this course....
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.
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...
Economics In Oxford For Ages 16-18
- Oxford University Colleges
- 16-18
- Summer 2027
Analyse complex economic systems in Oxford, home to influential economic thinkers and theories.
Experimental Psychology (Oxford)
- Oxford University Colleges
- 16-18
- Summer 2027
Immerse yourself in the Oxford Psychology Summer School, exploring the brain, mind, and behaviour through evidence-based research. Design and analyse your own experiments, investigate memory, identity, development, and...
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...
Business (The Oxford Summer Seminar)
- Corpus Christi College
- 16 -18
- Summer 2027
Students examine the dynamic world of business by working through specific case studies. They seek to uncover some of the keys to successful business leadership, and to discover what makes a successful entrepreneur. By...
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.
International Relations In A Post-Unipolar World (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 International Relations research project. At the same time, the instructor will propose a range of topics...
Genetics And Biotechnology (The Oxford Experience)
- Corpus Christi College
- 13-15
- Summer 2027
Students discover how biotechnology combines principles of biology, chemistry, physics, and engineering to create the products, processes, and technologies of the future. Through experiments and seminars they engage...
Politics And Economics (The Oxford Tradition)
- Pembroke College
- 16 -18
- 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,...
Leadership (18-24 Years Old)
- Oxford University Colleges
- 18-24 years old
- Summer 2027
The Leadership summer school at Oxford Summer Courses, designed for 18-24 years old students, provides tutorials and is priced from £6,995.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Faculty of Law at Oxford College | Summer Boarding Courses | 15-17 | June - August 2027 | 2 Weeks | £6,695.00 |
| International Development (18-24 years old) | Atlas Summer Courses | 18-24 years old | June - August 2027 | 2 Weeks | £6,995.00 |
| 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 |
| Sustainable Engineering (16-17 years old) | Atlas Summer Courses | 16-17 years old | June - August 2027 | 2 Weeks | £6,995.00 |
| 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 |
| Experience Debate & Public Speaking Academy | Oxford Scholastica Academy | 15-18 | June - August 2027 | 2 weeks | £7,495 |
| Future Entrepreneur at Headington Oxford | Summer Boarding Courses | 12-16 | June - August 2027 | 2 Weeks | £4,595.00 |
| Leadership fundamentals | Spark to Connect in Partnership with Saïd Business School | 15-18 | Check course | 14 days | £8,995 |
| Social neuroscience and leadership | Spark to Connect in Partnership with Saïd Business School | 15-18 | Check course | 14 days | £8,995 |
| Psychology (The Oxford Summer Seminar) | Oxbridge Academic Programs | 16 -18 | June - August 2027 | 1 or 2 weeks | $3,995 for one session; $7,395 for the combined session |
Choosing between these options
Social Sciences 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 social sciences, 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 social sciences 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 social sciences 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 social sciences 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 social sciences 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.