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St Andrews Summer School For Ages 13-18
St Andrews Summer School For Ages 13-18 in St Andrews, by ISSOS.
- Duration
- Duration: 3 weeks
- Dates
- Dates: Summer 2026
- Age Range
- Age Range: 13-18
- Fees
- Fees from: £7,900
Program Summary
The ISSOS St Andrews Summer School in Scotland offers a unique three-week experience for students aged 13 to 18 from around the world at one of the UK’s top universities. This all-inclusive residential program allows participants to select one academic and one elective course while enjoying engaging activities, evening events, and cultural excursions.
With a cap of 10% of students from any single nationality, ISSOS fosters a truly international environment, blending native and non-native English speakers. The program is hosted at the University of St Andrews, Scotland’s leading university, providing comfortable and secure accommodation in a stunning coastal setting.
This summer school perfectly combines academic learning, creative enrichment, and adventure, offering students an unforgettable experience in the heart of Scotland.
Program Highlights
- Choose from a wide range of academic and elective courses
- Immerse yourself in the historic and scenic setting of St. Andrews
- Participate in tailored activities, workshops, and cultural excursions
- Enjoy an international atmosphere with a diverse student body
- Benefit from small class sizes for personalized learning
- Experience the unique ISSOS summer school ethos of safety, learning, and fun
- Engage in evening programs designed to entertain and inspire
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What's Included?
- Fully-inclusive 3-week residential programme
- 45 hours of academic tuition and 36 hours of elective tuition
- Choose one academic subject from 5 options and one elective subject from 4 options
- Accommodation in a beautiful setting
- All meals (full board)
- Join a ‘clan’ and compete in team challenges
- Evening events, cultural activities and workshops
- Exciting day trips
- Formal ISSOS awards ceremony
- Full academic report and completion certificate
- Group supervised transport between airport and ISSOS campus
- Medical and travel insurance
- All course materials and equipment
- ISSOS clothing and branded merchandise
- Participation in the much anticipated ISSOS Games!
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