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 2024!
Why Choose Philosophy for your 2024 Summer School?
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 2024
The Academic Insights programmes at Oxford and Cambridge provide an in-depth academic experience in a range of subjects for students aged 13-18.
SBC's Headington Oxford program combines academic and English studies with cultural activities for ages 13-16.
SBC's Cambridge College Summer School offers diverse academic studies in a historic university setting for ages 15-17.
ISSOS at Cambridge is based in the extensive and beautiful grounds of The University of Cambridge, one of the UK's most prestigious universities.
A highly academic, selective summer school that offers Philosophy and related courses taught by experienced university academics
King's College London's Pre-University Summer School offers high-achieving students a chance to engage in university-level studies in various disciplines, enhancing academic skills and cultural understanding in an intensive London setting.
Best Philosophy Summer Courses 2024
Cambridge International Relations Summer School (Cambridge, 16-18 years)
International relations is an academic discipline that focuses on the study of the interaction of the actors in international politics,…International Relations (Sydney, 16-18 years)
Do you want to influence the socio-political agenda of your country or the rest of the world? Do you often…International Relations (Sydney, 13-15 years)
Do you want to influence the socio-political agenda of your country or the rest of the world? Do you often…International Relations Academic Insights (Sydney)
Experience transformative academic experiences with the award-winning Academic Insights programme by Immerse at the University of Sydney. Learn from talented…
Future Global Leaders – Oxford
Through engaging teamwork challenges and self-evaluation sessions, students will build English language skills and learn what it takes to be…Introduction to International Relations – UK Boarding Schools
A course that develops an introductory understanding of how and why the international political landscape is shaped as it is,…Politics – Oxford
Ideal for ambitious students wishing to develop their understanding of the political and economic foundations of the contemporary world in…International Relations – Oxford
Designed for students who wish to develop their understanding of important international diplomatic bodies such as the UN, including how…Think Global! – UK Boarding Schools
This course drives language development by encouraging its learners to adopt “the values, attitudes and behaviours that support responsible global…Browse All
