Compare 14 current course options
Compare 14 university preparation 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.


Intensive English Exam Preparation (15-17 Years Old)
- 15-17
- 20 June - 8 August 2027 start dates
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,...


English For Life - Mornings (18+)
- 18+
- 20 June - 29 August 2027 start dates
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...


Interactive English (15-17 Years Old)
- 15-17
- 20 June - 15 August 2027 start dates
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,...


Business, Economics And Entrepreneurship For Ages 14-15
- Oxford University Colleges +1
- 14-15
- December 6-19, 2026 | July 4-17, 2027 | July 18-31, 2027 | August 1-14, 2027
Turn ideas into possibilities with a Business, Economics and Entrepreneurship summer programme for ages 14–15. Explore how markets and businesses work while developing entrepreneurial thinking, creativity, leadership...


Business, Economics And Entrepreneurship For Ages 16-19
- Oxford University Colleges +1
- 16-19
- December 6-19, 2026 | July 4-17, 2027 | July 18-31, 2027 | August 1-14, 2027
Explore the forces shaping business and the global economy with an intensive Oxford and Cambridge summer programme for ages 16–19. Study business, economics, entrepreneurship and management while developing strategic...


Business, Finance & Investment
- St Hilda’s College
- 14 - 17
- 4-17 July 2027, 18-31 July 2027
Develop an understanding of business, entrepreneurship, investment and the financial markets while exploring how organisations and investors make decisions.


Global Leadership Programme
- St Hilda’s College
- 14 - 17
- 4-17 July 2027, 18-31 July 2027
Develop leadership, communication, decision-making and cross-cultural collaboration skills while learning how to work effectively with others.


Law, Politics And International Relations For Ages 14-15
- Oxford University Colleges +1
- 14-15
- December 6-19, 2026 | July 4-17, 2027 | July 18-31, 2027 | August 1-14, 2027
Question how societies are governed and how global decisions are made with an Oxford and Cambridge summer programme for ages 14–15. Explore law, politics, ethics and international relations while developing critical...


Law, Politics And International Relations For Ages 16-19
- Oxford University Colleges +1
- 16-19
- December 6-19, 2026 | July 4-17, 2027 | July 18-31, 2027 | August 1-14, 2027
Explore law, politics, philosophy and international relations through an intensive Oxford and Cambridge summer programme for ages 16–19. Debate questions of justice, power, governance and global affairs while developing...


Law, Politics & International Relations
- St Hilda’s College
- 14 - 17
- 4-17 July 2027, 18-31 July 2027
Explore law, politics, diplomacy, global affairs and international relations while developing skills in critical thinking, argument and understanding global issues.


Medical And Biological Sciences For Ages 14-15
- Oxford University Colleges +1
- 14-15
- December 6-19, 2026 | July 4-17, 2027 | July 18-31, 2027 | August 1-14, 2027
Discover the science behind the human body, health and medicine on an Oxford and Cambridge summer programme for ages 14–15. Explore biology, anatomy and medical science through interactive learning, experiments and...


Medical And Biological Sciences For Ages 16-19
- Oxford University Colleges +1
- 16-19
- December 6-19, 2026 | July 4-17, 2027 | July 18-31, 2027 | August 1-14, 2027
Explore medicine and the life sciences through an intensive Oxford and Cambridge summer programme for ages 16–19. Study medicine, biology, chemistry and psychology while investigating the human body, disease and the...


Science, Innovation And Technology For Ages 16-19
- Oxford University Colleges +1
- 16-19
- December 6-19, 2026 | July 4-17, 2027 | July 18-31, 2027 | August 1-14, 2027
Take your STEM interests beyond the school curriculum with an intensive Oxford and Cambridge summer programme for ages 16–19. Explore mathematics, physics, engineering and computer science through university-style...


Learn English For Ages 13-15 (Oxford)
- Oxford University Colleges
- 12-15
- 2027 dates pending
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...
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Intensive English Exam Preparation (15-17 years old) | St Clare’s Oxford | 15-17 | 20 June - 8 August 2027 start dates | 2-3 weeks | Residential £3,120-£4,590; non-residential £1,750-£2,535 |
| English for Life - mornings (18+) | St Clare’s Oxford | 18+ | 20 June - 29 August 2027 start dates | 1-3+ weeks | 1 week £463-£921; 2 weeks £882-£1,798; 3 weeks £1,323-£2,697 |
| Interactive English (15-17 years old) | St Clare’s Oxford | 15-17 | 20 June - 15 August 2027 start dates | 1-4 weeks | Residential £1,370-£4,960; non-residential £685-£2,220 |
| Business, Economics and Entrepreneurship for Ages 14-15 | Oxbridge Summer Scholars | 14-15 | December 6-19, 2026 | July 4-17, 2027 | July 18-31, 2027 | August 1-14, 2027 | 2 weeks | December: £6550 | July-August: £6950 |
| Business, Economics and Entrepreneurship for Ages 16-19 | Oxbridge Summer Scholars | 16-19 | December 6-19, 2026 | July 4-17, 2027 | July 18-31, 2027 | August 1-14, 2027 | 2 weeks | December: £6550 | July-August: £6950 |
| Business, Finance & Investment | Oxbridge Scholars | 14 - 17 | 4-17 July 2027, 18-31 July 2027 | 13 days | £5,988 per programme |
| Global Leadership Programme | Oxbridge Scholars | 14 - 17 | 4-17 July 2027, 18-31 July 2027 | 13 days | £5,988 per programme |
| Law, Politics and International Relations for Ages 14-15 | Oxbridge Summer Scholars | 14-15 | December 6-19, 2026 | July 4-17, 2027 | July 18-31, 2027 | August 1-14, 2027 | 2 weeks | December: £6550 | July-August: £6950 |
| Law, Politics and International Relations for Ages 16-19 | Oxbridge Summer Scholars | 16-19 | December 6-19, 2026 | July 4-17, 2027 | July 18-31, 2027 | August 1-14, 2027 | 2 weeks | December: £6550 | July-August: £6950 |
| Law, Politics & International Relations | Oxbridge Scholars | 14 - 17 | 4-17 July 2027, 18-31 July 2027 | 13 days | £5,988 per programme |
| Medical and Biological Sciences for Ages 14-15 | Oxbridge Summer Scholars | 14-15 | December 6-19, 2026 | July 4-17, 2027 | July 18-31, 2027 | August 1-14, 2027 | 2 weeks | December: £6550 | July-August: £6950 |
| Medical and Biological Sciences for Ages 16-19 | Oxbridge Summer Scholars | 16-19 | December 6-19, 2026 | July 4-17, 2027 | July 18-31, 2027 | August 1-14, 2027 | 2 weeks | December: £6550 | July-August: £6950 |
Choosing between these options
University Preparation Summer Schools in Oxford for Ages 13-18 currently lists 14 matching options. Each option matches the location, subject and age filters shown on this page.
How to compare these courses
For university preparation, 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 university preparation 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 university preparation 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 university preparation 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 university preparation 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.
