Keble College
A distinctive Victorian Oxford college beside University Parks, combining historic quadrangles with excellent study, dining and performance facilities.
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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 city-based learning.
- Age
- 13-15
- Campus
- Keble College
- Duration
- 26 days
- Fees
- $12,995
- Dates
- 5 Jul – 31 Jul 2027
Programme Summary
The Oxford Experience is designed for students in grades 8-9 and is based at Keble College, University of Oxford. Students choose a Major and a Minor, learning through classes, workshops and visits that use Oxford's academic and cultural resources.
Outside class, students can join organized activities, local visits and excursions. Tuition includes accommodation, classroom instruction, workshops, field trips, two daily meals and program-organized activities. An optional four-day Paris Connection is available after the program.
Learn more on the official Oxbridge Academic Programs website .
Programme Highlights
- Academic Choice: Select both a Major and a Minor course
- Cultural Excursions: Visit historic and cultural sites
- Expert Workshops: Develop skills with experienced instructors
- Oxford Setting: Live and learn in Oxford
- Global Community: Connect with students from around the world.
What's included
- All tuition and class materials
- Accommodation
- Breakfast and dinner daily
- Airport transfers
- Full cultural and activities programme, including excursions
Where You'll Study
Available Sessions
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| Session | Dates | Duration | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
The Oxford Experience | 2027 | 5 Jul 2027 - 31 Jul 2027Enrolling Now | 26 days | US$12,995 |
Oxbridge Academic Programs
Residential summer study programs for students aged 13-18 in Oxford, Cambridge, Paris and Barcelona, combining specialist teaching with cultural exploration.
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AI: Applied and Non-Generative AI
- Oxford University Colleges
- 13-15
- 5 Jul – 31 Jul 2027
Students build and evaluate non-generative AI models while developing practical skills in data preparation, computational thinking and responsible deployment.
Business & Entrepreneurship
- Oxford University Colleges
- 13-15
- 5 Jul – 31 Jul 2027
Students learn the practical foundations of entrepreneurship and finance before designing a theoretical start-up venture.
Communication and Media Studies
- Oxford University Colleges
- 13-15
- 5 Jul – 31 Jul 2027
Students examine personal and public communication across traditional and digital media, then plan and create a strategic multimedia campaign.
Creative Writing – Oxford
- Oxford University Colleges
- 13-18
- 5 Jul – 31 Jul 2027
Develop fiction and poetry in Oxford under the guidance of published writers.
Criminology – Oxford
- Oxford University Colleges
- 13-18
- 5 Jul – 31 Jul 2027
Explore theories of crime, punishment and forensic investigation through workshops, debates and Oxford-based visits.
Engineering – Oxford
- Oxford University Colleges
- 13-15
- 5 Jul – 31 Jul 2027
Apply engineering principles to mechanical, structural and architectural challenges in Oxford.
Genetics and Biotechnology
- Oxford University Colleges
- 13-15
- 5 Jul – 31 Jul 2027
Students discover how biotechnology combines principles of biology, chemistry, physics, and engineering to create the products, processes, and technologies of the future. Through experiments and seminars they engage with pharmaceuticals breakthroughs, genetic diagnoses and therapies, sustainable biofuels, and genetically modified foods. Students also explore the social, ethical, and economic implications of biotechnology.
History
- Oxford University Colleges
- 13-18
- 5 Jul – 31 Jul 2027
Students investigate concealed, misunderstood and contested episodes in history while learning how historians evaluate evidence, methodology and competing interpretations.
International Relations – Oxford
- Oxford University Colleges
- 13-18
- 5 Jul – 31 Jul 2027
Examine contemporary global order, security and diplomacy from Oxford.
Law – Oxford
- Oxford University Colleges
- 13-18
- 5 Jul – 31 Jul 2027
Compare legal systems and develop advocacy through courts, practitioners and moot work in Oxford.
Medicine – Oxford
- Oxford University Colleges
- 13-18
- 5 Jul – 31 Jul 2027
Explore anatomy, disease and modern medical practice through practical study in Oxford.
Photography – Oxford (Minor Only)
- Oxford University Colleges
- 13-15
- 5 Jul – 31 Jul 2027
Develop landscape, portrait, art and fashion photography through field assignments in Oxford.
Politics, Philosophy and Economics
- Oxford University Colleges
- 13-15
- 5 Jul – 31 Jul 2027
Oxford's famous undergraduate degree, Politics, Philosophy, and Economics (PPE), is adapted for our students. They examine the governing institutions and policies of modern Britain and contrast the British, American, European, and East Asian approaches to the challenges of government. Students engage in practical exercises, such as a fantasy stock portfolio competition, and complete the course by participating in a mock Parliament or a program MUN.
Psychology – Oxford
- Oxford University Colleges
- 13-15
- 5 Jul – 31 Jul 2027
Investigate mind and behaviour in Oxford through case studies, research methods and experiments.
Skills for Success (Minor Only)
- Oxford University Colleges
- 13-15
- 5 Jul – 31 Jul 2027
This syllabus is drawn from the sort of course typically taught on MBAs. Students learn to organize their lives, to create realistic schedules, to manage timetables, and to define priorities. They learn how to collect and manage information, how to take notes, and how to condense and file them. They learn how to build their profiles to leverage their growing experience and expertise as they take their first steps into higher education.
Speech and Debate
- Oxford University Colleges
- 13-18
- 5 Jul – 31 Jul 2027
Build confident public speaking, argumentation and rebuttal through daily practice, structured debates and a final event at the Oxford Union.
Sports Business
- Oxford University Colleges
- 13-15
- 5 Jul – 31 Jul 2027
Students examine the global sports industry through marketing, sponsorship, branding, ownership, rights, finance and the ethics of contemporary sport.
FAQs
Where will I be staying?
Our programs take place in university residences or, in the case of our Paris program, at a centrally located boarding school. Each program has single and double rooms available and we are happy to take requests for single rooms or roommates via email. In the UK, students can purchase a private bathroom for an additional fee. In Barcelona, each room is equipped with an en-suite bathroom. In Paris and New York, there are shared facilities on each floor.
How many hours of tuition are provided?
Students spend 21 hours in class on the one-week programs, 45 - 50 hours in a class on a two-week program (depending on the age group), and 90 -100 hours on a four-week program (depending on the age group).
Are airport transfers provided?
Yes! We can meet students at the following airports: UK programs: Heathrow or Gatwick New York: La Guardia, JFK, or Newark Barcelona: Barcelona El Prat Paris: Charles de Gaulle or Orly We will bring students back to these airports at the end of the program as well and make sure they are checked in at the correct airline desk, help them check their bags, and bring them as far as security. A staff member will also remain at the airport until the last student’s flight departs.
What level of English do I need?
Our programs are conducted primarily in English, and our programs in Oxford and Cambridge are taught exclusively in English. We want to ensure that our students can integrate fully and feel comfortable with the program community.
In France or Spain, immersion courses are taught exclusively in French or Spanish, but program information, materials, and literature are all available in English. We are happy to have a short conversation with prospective students to make sure they will be able to follow the courses in English, so please feel free to contact our Admissions office if you’d like to speak with us, or if you have any questions.
What supervision is provided?
We hire a team to work at the programs and look after the students. This team consists of a program director, 3-4 deans, 3 program assistants, and 3-4 activities directors. The program director and deans are professional educators who come from reputable schools across the US, UK, Canada, and Australia. They are experts in working with students in these age groups. The onsite team sets up a program office in the week leading up to the program.
Parents will be able to call and email the program office if they have any questions or concerns while their child is at the program. Each evening, students must check in with one of our Deans in the program office between 9 and 10 pm on the Experience programs and between 10 and 11 pm on each of the other programs. This is a great time for students to let the program staff know if they have any questions, or if they need something.
Students typically spend their mornings in class and on each program except for the one week seminars, students will have afternoon classes three days a week. We plan a wide range of optional chaperoned activities for students to take part in when they are not in classes.
The activities directors and program assistants are typically university students who know the city well. The program assistants help out with administrative duties in the program office and the activities directors plan the afternoon and evening activities - they, along with the program director and deans, reside at the residence where the program is taking place, so there is always an adult nearby if a student needs something.
What visa do I need and how do I get it?
Students from certain countries may need to apply for a tourist visa in order to attend our programs. Our Admissions team can provide these students with a letter of support for their visa application once they have been accepted into the program.
Is course insurance provided?
We offer both a Tuition and Travel Protection Plan and a Full Refund Program. You can find more information regarding the Tuition and Travel Protection Plan here: https://oxbridgeprograms.com/ttpp/. There will be more information about each of these options within the application and families will also have the option to purchase them after submitting the application.
Will I get a certificate?
Yes! Each student receives a comprehensive grade report at the end of the program with a write up from their lecturer detailing their performance during the course as well as a letter grade.