Solve the big questions that science can’t touch!
Philosophy is the study of life’s burning questions. Can there be life after death? Is there a real difference between right and wrong, and how should punishment be used? Should non-humans have rights? Channel Plato and Socrates and tap into 2,000 years of wisdom to find your own answers to the big questions science simply can’t solve. The study of philosophy is intellectually stimulating and truly fascinating. It’s not just learning a subject, it’s asking wide-ranging, fundamental questions about humanity and our world and coming up with your own individual ideas. It encourages precise, rigorous arguments through logic, critical thinking and rationality - all of which are incredibly valuable academic and life tools.
Delve into epistemology, metaphysics, ethics, and even political philosophy (‘to what extent should the state interfere in the lives of its citizens?') with a summer philosophy course in Oxford or Cambridge this summer!
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Philosophy Summer School in Oxford
Philosophy has been studied in Oxford for over 800 years, and some of the world's greatest philosophers have lived here, including John Duns Scotus and John Locke. Be inspired by Oxford as you search for your own answers this summer!
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Philosophy Summer School in Cambridge
Ponder life’s greatest mysteries in sublime surroundings, in the city that transformed the discipline of philosophy in the 19th century, making Cambridge the most important centre for philosophy in the English-speaking world.
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Best Philosophy Summer Schools 2025
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13-18Academic Insights in Oxford & Cambridge
The Academic Insights programmes at Oxford and Cambridge provide an in-depth academic experience in a range of subjects for students aged 13-18.
Price from £6,995 / 2 weeks
Exciting 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
Inspirational Cambridge Summer School for Ages 13-18
ISSOS at Cambridge is based in the extensive and beautiful grounds of The University of Cambridge, one of the UK's most prestigious universities.
Price from £6,900 / 3 weeks
Academic & English Courses at Headington Oxford
SBC's Headington Oxford program combines academic and English studies with cultural activities for ages 13-16.
Price from £3,995 / 2-4 weeks
Oxford Advanced University Preparation Programme
The Oxford Advanced University Preparation Programme by Bucksmore is an intensive, academic course for ambitious students, focusing on first-year undergraduate-level study and university admissions skills.
Price from £2655 (pw) / 2 or 4 weeks
John Locke Institute
A highly academic, selective summer school that offers Philosophy and related courses taught by experienced university academics
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Best Philosophy Summer Courses 2025
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International Relations in Oxford
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$12,225 -
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July - August 2025
This course addresses International Relations by focusing on key issues of the day. Subjects covered include globalization and its political,…
International Relations in Oxford (13-15 years)
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From £5,995.00 / 2 Weeks
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13-15 years
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July - August 2025
Do you want to influence the socio-political agenda of your country or the rest of the world? Do you often…
International Relations in Sydney (13-15 years)
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From £5,995.00 / 2 Weeks
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13-15 years
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January 2025
Do you want to influence the socio-political agenda of your country or the rest of the world? Do you often…
International Relations Summer School in Cambridge (16-18 years)
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From £5,995.00 / 2 Weeks
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16-18 years
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July - August 2025
International relations is an academic discipline that focuses on the study of the interaction of the actors in international politics,…
Philosophy in Oxford
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$12,225
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16 -18
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July - August 2025
Students explore a host of topics drawn from major philosophical, literary, and religious texts. They consider fundamental questions through ancients…
Philosophy Summer School in Cambridge (16-18 years)
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From £5,995.00 / 2 Weeks
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16-18 years
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July - August 2025
Philosophy is a broad subject that permeates many fields across the humanities and social sciences. Students interested in pursuing philosophy…
Think Global! – UK Boarding Schools
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£3350
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13-17
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July 2025
This course drives language development by encouraging its learners to adopt “the values, attitudes and behaviours that support responsible global…
International Relations in Cambridge (13-15 years)
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From £5,995.00 / 2 Weeks
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13-15 years
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July - August 2025
Do you want to influence the socio-political agenda of your country or the rest of the world? Do you often…
Philosophy
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£5,995.00 / 2 Weeks
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14-18
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July - August
Consider the big questions alongside giants from the past like Socrates, Plato and the dozens of more contemporary philosophers who…