STEM summer schools can bring together science, technology, engineering, mathematics, coding and innovation. This hub helps students compare broad STEM programmes and more specialised subject routes.
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Atlas Summer CoursesAuthentic Oxford & Cambridge Experience by Atlas Summer Courses immerses high school students in diverse academic studies and cultural explorations at these historic universities.
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Academy Royale InternationalLive and study in a historic Oxford or Cambridge college this summer. Academy Royale International’s two-week academic summer schools give students aged 12 to 18 university-style teaching in more than 20 subjects, from medicine and law to AI and film.
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Reach CambridgeTransformative summer courses for teens, combining academic studies, cultural excursions, and growth opportunities in Cambridge.
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Summer Boarding CoursesA pre-university summer programme in Oxford for students aged 15 to 17. Over two weeks, students study inside a University of Oxford college and learn how university teaching actually works.
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Oxbridge Academic ProgramsOxford residential study for grades 10-12, available as one two-week session or a combined four-week program at Pembroke College.
View programmeThe right STEM summer school depends on whether the student wants breadth across several subjects or a focused route into engineering, computer science, medicine, physics, chemistry or mathematics. Compare academic level, project work, age range, destination and fee inclusions.
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Compare current published courses by provider, campus, ages, dates and price.
| Course | Provider | Campuses | Ages | Dates | Price | Duration |
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| Academic Discovery (10–12) | Academy Royale International | Marlborough College | 10-12 | 11 Jul – 17 Jul 2027 | £2,295 per week | 1–4 weeks |
| Architecture | Academy Royale International | Oxford University Colleges, Cambridge University Colleges | 16-18 | 4 Jul – 17 Jul 2027 | £7,995 | 2 weeks |
| Artificial Intelligence | Academy Royale International | Oxford University Colleges, Cambridge University Colleges | 12-15 | 4 Jul – 17 Jul 2027 | £7,995 | 2 weeks |
| Broadening Horizons | Academy Royale International | Oxford University Colleges | 16-18 | 4 Jul – 17 Jul 2027 | £7,995 | 2 weeks |
| Cyber Security and Artificial Intelligence | Academy Royale International | Oxford University Colleges | 16-18 | 4 Jul – 17 Jul 2027 | £7,995 | 2 weeks |
| Engineering | Academy Royale International | Oxford University Colleges, Cambridge University Colleges | 16-18 | 4 Jul – 17 Jul 2027 | £7,995 | 2 weeks |
| Engineering & Design | Academy Royale International | Oxford University Colleges, Cambridge University Colleges | 12-15 | 4 Jul – 17 Jul 2027 | £7,995 | 2 weeks |
| Experimental Psychology | Academy Royale International | Oxford University Colleges, Cambridge University Colleges | 16-18 | 4 Jul – 17 Jul 2027 | £7,995 | 2 weeks |
| Medicine & Modern Healthcare | Academy Royale International | Oxford University Colleges, Cambridge University Colleges | 12-15 | 4 Jul – 17 Jul 2027 | £7,995 | 2 weeks |
| Medicine Summer School | Academy Royale International | Oxford University Colleges, Cambridge University Colleges | 16-18 | 4 Jul – 17 Jul 2027 | £7,995 | 2 weeks |
| MIT FutureBuilders: AI, Innovation & Entrepreneurship | Academy Royale International | Oxford University Colleges | 16-18 | 4 Jul – 17 Jul 2027 | £9,995 | 2 weeks |
| New Perspectives | Academy Royale International | Oxford University Colleges | 12-15 | 4 Jul – 17 Jul 2027 | £7,995 | 2 weeks |
Compare published stem summer schools by provider, campus, age range, dates and price. This table uses current catalogue data so families can move from editorial research into real programme options.
| Programme | Provider | Campuses | Ages | Dates | From Price | Courses Available |
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| Authentic Oxford & Cambridge Experience for Teens & Young Adults Authentic Oxford & Cambridge Experience by Atlas Summer Courses immerses high school students in diverse acade... | Atlas Summer Courses | Oxford University Colleges, St Hilda’s College | 13-24 | 27 Jun – 31 Jul 2027 | £5,495 – £9,995 | 53 courses |
| World Leading Oxford & Cambridge Academic Summer Schools for Ages 12 to 18 Live and study in a historic Oxford or Cambridge college this summer. Academy Royale International’s two-week... | Academy Royale International | Oxford University Colleges, Cambridge University Colleges | 12-18 | 4 Jul – 14 Aug 2027 | £7,995 | 46 courses |
| Inspiring Academic Summer Courses in Cambridge Transformative summer courses for teens, combining academic studies, cultural excursions, and growth opportuni... | Reach Cambridge | Cambridge University Colleges | 14-18 | 4 Jul – 14 Aug 2027 | £6,295 – £18,495 | 21 courses |
| SBC Oxford College Summer School A pre-university summer programme in Oxford for students aged 15 to 17. Over two weeks, students study inside... | Summer Boarding Courses | Oxford University Colleges | 15-17 | 5 Jul – 2 Aug 2027 | £3,495 – £6,295 | 2 courses |
| The Oxford Tradition Summer School for Grades 10-12 Oxford residential study for grades 10-12, available as one two-week session or a combined four-week program a... | Oxbridge Academic Programs | Pembroke College, Oxford, Oxford University Colleges | 15-18 | 2 Jul – 30 Jul 2027 | $7,850 – $13,595 | 29 courses |
| Summer English, Leadership & STEM Programme for Juniors in Oxford The summer Juniors program offers English language learning, STEM exploration and leadership development for 9... | St Clare’s Oxford | Headington Rye Prep School | 9-15 | 11 Jul – 8 Aug 2027 | £2,220 – £5,355 | 4 courses |
| Transformational Academic Summer Programme in Oxford Exceptional learning experience in Oxford, blending immersive academics with practical, real-world challenges. | Oxford Scholastica Academy | Oxford University Colleges, St Thomas’ Oxford | 12-18 | 4 Jul – 14 Aug 2027 | £6,995 – £13,690 | 12 courses |
| The Oxford Experience for Grades 8-9 A 26-day Oxford residential program for grades 8-9, combining a Major and a Minor with cultural activities and... | Oxbridge Academic Programs | Keble College, Oxford University Colleges | 13-15 | 5 Jul – 31 Jul 2027 | $12,995 – $13,195 | 27 courses |
| LMH Oxford Summer Programmes Experience Oxford University’s world-renowned tutorial teaching system, explore fascinating subjects with expe... | Lady Margaret Hall University of Oxford | Oxford University Colleges, Lady Margaret Hall | 19+ | 28 Jun – 27 Aug 2027 | £4,640 – £14,124 | 29 courses |
| Camp Headington An outdoor and science camp in Oxford that teaches English through enquiry and adventure. One course runs: Wil... | Summer Boarding Courses | Headington School | 10-14 | 28 Jun – 26 Jul 2027 | £2,995 – £4,295 | 1 course |
Academy Royale International's Academic Discovery summer school gives students aged 10 to 12 a project-based summer at Marlborough College. You tackle a new big question every day, from life on Mars to extreme weather, combining humanities, arts and STEM. Since 2004, we've welcomed students from more than 175 countries.
Artificial Intelligence for ages 16–17 in Cambridge, with small seminars, independent assignments and individual or paired tutorials.
Explore architecture in depth while living and studying in the historic city of Cambridge.
From self-driving cars and augmented reality to intelligent medical imaging helping doctors identify diseases more quickly, computer vision is a rapidly-growing field within artificial intelligence and machine learning. In this course, students who are already familiar with the key theoretical foundations of artificial intelligence and machine learning will dive deeper into the exciting capabilities of this area of research and its applications.
Students investigate the history, applications and ethics of artificial intelligence in Cambridge, including the role of algorithms, robotics and automated decision-making.
Discover artificial intelligence, coding, data science, digital and cybersecurity while exploring how technology is shaping the future.
If you’re interested in health care and helping people, this summer medicine course is for you. Alongside theory, you’ll look at X-rays, discuss real clinical cases, and learn about recent and future advances in medical techniques and research.
Explore the rich architectural history of Cambridge and learn to sketch, model, analyse, and critique like a real architect. Join the Reach Cambridge Architecture course for a hands-on, immersive experience in one of the world's most fascinating cities.
Active English + STEM (ages 9-12) combines English language learning with hands-on STEM workshops in coding, robotics, and science, delivered through specialist workshops in Oxford. Students boost English skills, collaborate on projects, and explore Oxford’s academic heritage, all within a safe, supportive, and international environment. Enjoy interactive lessons, exciting excursions, and a vibrant campus life, preparing you for future studies and inspiring a passion for discovery.
A careers course in London for students aged 12 to 16, sampling medicine, finance, business, computing, AI and engineering through simulations. Delivered with InvestIN.
Academy Royale International's Architecture summer school gives students aged 16 to 18 two weeks of university-style architecture training in Oxford or Cambridge. You learn technical drawing, model making and design theory, and build a portfolio as you design a waste-free city for 2050. Since 2004, we've welcomed students from more than 175 countries to live and study in historic university colleges.
Biology for ages 13–15 in Oxford, with guided discussion, interactive classes and practice tasks.
Begin your architectural journey in Oxford, where centuries of design inspire future innovators.
Through predictive text, translation tools, and smart devices natural language processing (NLP) is increasingly a part of our day-to-day lives, and in large language models like Chat-GPT we see the enormous future potential of this exciting area of research. This advanced course examines the theoretical concepts of NLP and its current and potential future application in diverse domains.
Mixing economics with psychology and game theory, this course seeks to understand what drives individual economic decisions. What psychological and emotional factors induce people to buy a $5 cup of coffee? How can we explain consumers' decisions when they depart from the expectations of standard economic models? How do risk and uncertainty impact people's spending? Students investigate areas such as luxury goods, healthcare, insurance, and labor while considering how psychology affects economic decision-making.
Explore robotics, drones, mechanical and electronic engineering, automation, smart technologies and renewable energy through the technologies shaping tomorrow's world.
Are you fascinated by rockets and robots? Do you love playing with computers? On this technology summer course, you’ll learn how websites are built using different coding languages, design a rocket using practical applications of maths and physics, and build your own hydraulics system.
The Reach Cambridge Biotechnology Course explores academic and practical aspects of this dynamic field, encompassing genetics, drug development, and real-world applications
The Art and Digital Design course in Oxford (15-17 years) helps students develop creative techniques and build their portfolios, whether for current studies or new experiences. Enjoy interactive lessons, specialist English teaching, and weekly themed activities in a supportive, international environment. Located in elegant Oxford buildings, the course offers a safe, stimulating setting with expert staff, diverse classmates, and enriching excursions—just an hour from London. The programme combines academic focus with a supportive international community.
A two-week medicine faculty in Cambridge for students aged 14 to 17, covering anatomy, physiology, diagnosis and medical ethics alongside English-language development.
