Experience Oxford Royale's summer programmes on campus at world leading universities, offering students a chance to dive into prestigious academic and cultural enrichment.
Oxford Royale invites students to embark on an extraordinary summer adventure in the iconic cities of Oxford and Cambridge. These programs offer a unique opportunity to immerse oneself in academic excellence through a diverse range of captivating courses led by expert tutors, designed to spark curiosity and deepen understanding.
Beyond the classroom, students experience rich cultural immersions and engaging social activities, building friendships with peers from around the world and fostering global perspectives. Oxford Royale’s summer programs are transformative journeys that inspire, empower, and create lasting connections.
Join Oxford Royale for a summer like no other—where learning knows no bounds and unforgettable memories are made.
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Choose Oxford Royale for an unparalleled, authentic university summer experience. Oxford Royale's courses offer world-class academic enrichment, small class sizes, and expert tutors, all while living and studying in prestigious university settings. Experience transformative learning that empowers you to excel academically and prepares you for a bright future.
Unlike other summer programmes, our students are not in external accommodation or homestays. Our students will live, study, socialise and dine on campus in the colleges of historic institutions, including the Universities of Oxford and Cambridge, Imperial College London, Yale University and Barnard College, Columbia University.
Living and studying in one of Oxford University’s constituent colleges is the best way to enjoy an Oxford Summer School, placing you in the heart of this great institution. Top summer school providers usually offer accommodation in a range...
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The four British Prime Ministers (including Boris Johnson) who lived at Balliol College whilst at university are only a handful of the prestigious alumni who have passed through the College’s doors since it was founded in 1263. It’s a...
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As one of Oxford University’s oldest colleges, students staying at Queen’s will be immersed in the awe-inspiring architecture designed by world-renowned architects including Sir Christopher Wren. It is definitely suited to creative...
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As one of the most recent colleges, St Peter’s combines both modern and traditional architecture to produce a small and friendly residence. The college is small and well-suited to those looking for a cosy and supportive atmosphere in a...
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If you like beautiful gardens and outdoor space then St Hugh’s is a good fit for you. This college was originally founded by William Wordsworth’s niece, Elizabeth, and aimed to make prestigious Oxford teaching available to women in a time...
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Glass and concrete make this college totally different from the typical architecture of Oxford University. This college is great for those wanting to combine the traditional Oxford experience with a more modern residence in keeping with...
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Living and studying in one of Cambridge’s historic University colleges, dating from the 13th Century when the oldest college – Peterhouse – was founded, is the best way to enjoy a Cambridge summer study experience. With their unique...
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Our top-rated summer school in Oxford, Oxford Royale offers a premium academic and cultural summer experience at historic colleges of the Universities of Oxford and Cambridge, as well as in London and Yale in the USA.
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The Architecture & Design Summer School at Oxford Royale immerses students in Oxford’s iconic architecture, blending hands-on design, technical drawing, and model-making with historical study from Classical to Postmodern eras. Through walking tours, workshops, and the “City of the Future” design challenge, students develop professional portfolios, collaborate on urban solutions, and gain insight into architectural history and practice in one of the world’s richest artistic settings.
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The Oxford Business Summer School immerses students in business management, innovation, and entrepreneurship through hands-on simulations, real-world case studies, and enterprise workshops. Participants develop leadership, teamwork, and presentation skills while exploring emerging trends like AI and e-commerce. Working in international teams, students pitch start-ups, tackle business turnarounds, and gain practical experience in risk management and analytical thinking, all within Oxford’s historic academic setting.
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Immerse yourself in creative writing at an historic Oxford college, exploring novels, speculative fiction, drama, and poetry. Learn from expert faculty and professional writers, studying genres from modern dystopian fiction to Shakespeare and the Romantics. Develop versatile storytelling skills for careers in media, marketing, and entertainment. Enjoy unique Oxford experiences, including punting on the River Cherwell and a graduation dinner in a medieval hall, while building confidence and creativity in a vibrant student community.
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Experience the Cybersecurity & Artificial Intelligence (Oxford) course by Oxford Royale and TechSpark Academy in summer 2025. Dive into AI, cryptography, and cybersecurity through hands-on projects, a Cyber Defence Hackathon, and real-world challenges. Enjoy expert mentorship, historic Oxford college accommodation, punting on the River Cherwell, and a graduation dinner in a medieval hall. Perfect for tech enthusiasts, this program equips students with cutting-edge skills for future careers in AI and digital security.
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Explore cutting-edge innovations in mechanical, electrical, chemical, civil, and structural engineering through an immersive, hands-on curriculum. Collaborate with international peers, tackle daily challenges, and engage in workshops and masterclasses led by subject experts. This course fosters creativity and innovation, equipping you to solve real-world problems and make informed decisions about your future in engineering. Expand your global network and gain practical skills to jump-start your engineering career.
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Oxford Royale’s Economics & Finance Summer School offers an immersive introduction to finance and economics, blending corporate finance, microeconomics, and macroeconomics with real-world case studies and projects. Students gain critical business skills, strategic insight, and practical experience, preparing them for careers in finance, consulting, and policy. Highlights include expert teaching, historic Oxford college accommodation, punting on the River Cherwell, and a graduation dinner in a medieval hall.
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Experience the Oxford Engineering Summer School, designed for students aged 16-18. Explore civil, mechanical, and electrical engineering through hands-on projects, real-world case studies, and emerging technologies. Develop problem-solving, design-thinking, and teamwork skills while staying in a historic Oxford college. Enjoy unique experiences like punting on the River Cherwell and a graduation dinner in a medieval hall, all guided by expert teaching and an authentic taste of student life.
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Immerse yourself in the Oxford Psychology Summer School, exploring the brain, mind, and behaviour through evidence-based research. Design and analyse your own experiments, investigate memory, identity, development, and mental health, and examine both classic and cutting-edge studies. Learn how childhood experiences shape adulthood, evaluate data, debunk media myths, and network with experts, gaining a comprehensive understanding of experimental psychology and its real-world applications.
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Explore Artificial Intelligence (Oxford) offers hands-on experience in AI, covering machine learning, computer vision, NLP, and generative AI. Delivered with TechSpark Academy, the course blends theory and practice, teamwork, and real-world applications. Students enjoy expert teaching, historic Oxford college accommodation, a graduation dinner in a medieval hall, and punting on the River Cherwell—preparing for diverse careers in a world shaped by AI.
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The Explore Business course at Oxford Business Summer School offers a dynamic introduction to business, finance, and marketing. Live like an Oxford student while developing key skills through real-world case studies, hands-on simulations, and teamwork. Create and pitch your own business plan, master marketing strategies, and analyze global brands. Collaborate with peers worldwide and finish by presenting your ideas in the ‘Shark Tank Challenge’, preparing you to launch your own business.
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Oxford Royale’s Explore Engineering Summer School at Oxford offers students a dynamic introduction to civil, mechanical, and electrical engineering. Through hands-on workshops, design simulations, and real-world challenges like the ‘Mission to Mars Design Challenge,’ students build practical skills in mathematics, physics, problem-solving, and collaboration. The program provides insights into engineering careers and innovation, empowering students to think creatively and critically about the future of technology and engineering.
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Oxford Royale’s Explore Law Summer School in Oxford offers students aged 12–15 an immersive introduction to UK law. Through expert-led classes, mock trials, debates, and investigations, students gain foundational legal knowledge and skills. The programme includes unique experiences like staying in a historic Oxford college, punting on the River Cherwell, and a graduation dinner in a medieval hall, providing a true taste of student life and the legal profession.
View moreOur students will be staying in actual university accommodation. Most of our accommodation sites offer a mix of single and twin bedrooms. Some campuses have en-suite bedrooms while others have bathroom facilities shared between a small group of same-sex students. In some campuses, students have the option to pay our ‘En-suite Reservation Fee’, which entitles students to an en-suite room should one be available at their campus. Contact our Admissions Team for more information. Sharing your room with fellow students is a great way of getting to know people and making friends. You can also request to share a room with someone you know studying the same course as you, though this is not guaranteed and must be done in advance of the course.
In the UK students will receive 20 hours of teaching per week, and outside of classes will enjoy a number of enrichment activities. In the USA, our students will have up to 17.5 of teaching hours per week, alongside extracurricular enrichment activities.
Our English language requirements are as follows: B1 for Learn English programmes C1 or IELTS level 6.5 or higher for all academic programmes Students who have studied at an English speaking school for two or more years are exempt from English requirements. If you feel you need advice on whether you can attend with you english level, please feel free to contact our Admissions team.
Students will be supervised at all times on campus, with a Programme Director leading a team of qualified and carefully selected teachers, junior deans and counsellors. Student safety is our number one priority, and you can find out more here: https://www.oxford-royale.com/student-welfare
Oxford Royale provides airport transfers for all of our campuses at an additional price. You can book now through a member of our sales team, or find out more here: https://www.oxford-royale.com/transfer-service
Students are responsible for ensuring they are comprehensively insured for their course. You can find out more here: https://www.oxford-royale.com/about/useful-information/insurance
Our students will receive their Oxford Royale graduation certificate at the end of their course, and will also receive a full, personal report on their academic achievement.
You can go online and check your visa requirements by visiting the useful Check if you need a UK visa tool from the UK government. Students from European Union (EU) and European Economic Area (EEA) countries do not currently require a visa to enter the UK to attend our academic or English language courses. We recommend that students keep checking this page - https://www.gov.uk/guidance/visiting-the-uk-as-an-eu-eea-or-swiss-citizen - for further information and updates. Oxford Royale Academy recommends that registered students who require a visa to enter the UK apply for a Standard Visitor visa (details here), which authorises students to attend a short course of study (including English language programmes) in the UK. Students attending our Summer Schools in the USA may be able to enter the United States on the Visa Waiver programme. You can find out whether you qualify for this by using the online Visa Wizard on the US Travel website – select the ‘study or exchange’, then ‘recreational program’ options. You will not require a student visa, but a standard visitor visa.