Unlock your potential this Summer in the heart of Cambridge
Join leading providers like Oxbridge Academic Programs, Reach Cambridge, Immerse Education, and Oxford Summer Courses for an enriching experience in the vibrant city of Cambridge. Immerse yourself in stimulating courses that enhance your understanding of psychology and its impact on human behavior.
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Explore the human mind in Cambridge, a city rich in psychological research history.
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Cambridge hosts a distinct range of Human Sciences summer courses for motivated learners.
The teaching approach in psychology summer courses emphasizes experiential learning and critical thinking, diverging from the often rigid structure of traditional schooling. Courses typically explore a variety of themes within human sciences, including cognitive processes, social behavior, and developmental psychology. Instructors prioritize engaging discussions and real-world applications, fostering an environment where students actively participate in their learning journey. This method cultivates not only knowledge but also the analytical skills essential for understanding complex human behavior.
Participants can expect a dynamic study rhythm that balances structured classroom instruction with opportunities for independent exploration. The atmosphere is typically collaborative, encouraging students to share insights and challenge each other’s perspectives. Assignments may include both group projects and individual research, promoting a sense of ownership over one’s learning. Overall, the experience is designed to be immersive, pushing students to apply theoretical concepts to practical scenarios, thus enriching their understanding of psychology.
While there are no strict age requirements, these courses are generally suitable for motivated learners, typically ages 13–18. Participants are expected to engage actively with the material and contribute thoughtfully to discussions, making it essential that they possess a genuine interest in the subject matter.
The uniqueness of psychology summer courses in Cambridge lies in the city’s rich academic tradition and its commitment to interdisciplinary study. Unlike many standard summer offerings elsewhere, these courses often integrate insights from various fields of human sciences, providing a holistic understanding of psychological principles. The historical backdrop of Cambridge, combined with access to esteemed faculty, further enhances the educational experience, allowing students to immerse themselves in an intellectually stimulating environment that encourages deep inquiry.
Observed fees for current intakes start from £4,895, with total cost shaped by duration, accommodation and subject intensity.
When you’re ready, you can browse providers or compare courses that match your interests.
Last updated: 13/10/2025
| Course | Provider | Subject | Location | Duration | Fees | Short Description | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Management in Cambridge for Ages 16-18 | Immerse Education | Business, Entrepreneurship, Leadership, Humanities, Social Sciences | Cambridge | 2+ weeks | 7495 | Develop advanced business skills in Cambridge, a global centre for learning and innovation. | View |
| Law (The Cambridge Experience) | Oxbridge Academic Programs | Law, Humanities, Social Sciences | Cambridge | 2 or 4 weeks | $7,395; $12,595 | Students discover how the British and American legal systems reflect the values and institutions of their respective societies. They consider precedent-setting cases and delve into various branches of legal practice. | View |
| Economics in Cambridge for Ages 16-18 | Immerse Education | Economics, Business, Social Sciences | Cambridge | 2+ weeks | 7495 | Analyse global economic trends in Cambridge, where pioneering economic theories continue to evolve. | View |
| International Relations and Politics (13-15 years old) | Oxford Summer Courses | International Relations, Politics, Social Sciences, Humanities | Cambridge | 6995 | The International Relations and Politics Cambridge 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. | View | |
| Law | Reach Cambridge | Law, Humanities, Social Sciences | Cambridge | 2, 4 or 6 weeks | £6,295.00 – £18,495.00 | The law provides the framework which governs our individual and collective behaviour. Studying the law is not only an incredibly stimulating intellectual activity, but can provide real insight into the rules and guidelines which shape whole societies. | View |
| Liberal Arts | Reach Cambridge | Arts, Humanities, Sciences, Social Sciences, STEM | Cambridge | 2, 4 or 6 weeks | £6,295.00 – £18,495.00 | Dive into your academic passion through a diverse journey in Liberal Arts, exploring both familiar and new horizons | View |
| Leadership (16-17 years old) | Oxford Summer Courses | Leadership, Business, Social Sciences | Cambridge | 7495 | The Leadership Cambridge summer school at Oxford Summer Courses, designed for 16-17 years old students, provides tutorials and is priced from £6,995. | View | |
| Philosophy | Reach Cambridge | Philosophy, Humanities, Social Sciences | Cambridge | 2, 4 or 6 weeks | £6,295.00 – £18,495.00 | Consider the big questions alongside giants from the past like Socrates, Plato and the dozens of more contemporary philosophers who show us who we are by asking the big questions. Introducing key concepts and schools of thought from throughout the history of philosophy, this course also includes a key focus on the development of critical thinking and argumentation. | View |
| Law in Cambridge for Ages 13-15 | Immerse Education | Law, Humanities, Social Sciences | Cambridge | 2+ weeks | 7495 | Start your legal journey in Cambridge, home to one of the world’s most prestigious law faculties. | View |
| Outdoor Leadership (Elective) | ISSOS | Leadership, Business, Social Sciences | Cambridge | 3 weeks | 7900 | Develop your confidence and leadership abilities this summer at the same time as having fun and learning new skills in this varied and exciting Outdoor Leadership programme. | View |
| Politics: Power and Protest (The Cambridge Experience) | Oxbridge Academic Programs | Politics, Social Sciences, Humanities | Cambridge | 2 or 4 weeks | $7,395; $12,595 | As opinions become radicalized, and the broad, postwar consensus is replaced by increasingly angry confrontation, students seek to discover what is now understood by politics. On what bases have we, as citizens, agreed to hand much of our power over our lives to governments? | View |
| Banking and Markets (The Cambridge Experience) | Oxbridge Academic Programs | Business, Economics, Finance, Social Sciences | Cambridge | 2 or 4 weeks | $7,395; $12,595 | Students cover the evolution of, and relationships between, banking and markets, from their ancient origins to present-day, including the development of the stock, commodity, and capital markets. They learn how money itself is evolving, with the emergence of cryptocurrencies, and how financial institutions and markets are responding to the challenges of the modern economy. | View |
| Economics (13-15 years old) | Oxford Summer Courses | Economics, Business, Social Sciences | Cambridge | 6995 | The Economics Cambridge 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. | View | |
| Psychology in Cambridge for Ages 13-15 | Immerse Education | Psychology, Social Sciences, Sciences | Cambridge | 2+ weeks | 7495 | Explore the human mind in Cambridge, a city rich in psychological research history. | View |
| Economics and Finance (16-17 years old) | Oxford Summer Courses | Economics, Finance, Business, Social Sciences | Cambridge | 6995 | The Economics and Finance Cambridge summer school at Oxford Summer Courses, designed for 16-17 years old students, provides tutorials and is priced from £6,995. | View |
