Why Oxford Royale?
Oxford Royale is the UK’s leading international summer school and for nearly two decades, we’ve given students around the globe access to world-leading academic programmes and an unrivalled cultural experience. We’ve helped launch brilliant careers, provided the market’s widest range of courses, and created an authentic taste of university life.
Oxford Royale has welcomed more students than any other academic summer school provider. 99% of our alumni recommend us and we have more five-star reviews than the other providers combined. More parents trust Oxford Royale to help their children than any other provider, and have done for the last 20 years.
International Summer School Programs
Unlike other summer programmes, our curriculum is developed by academic experts who draw from their wealth of teaching experience and subject expertise, crafting programmes that allow students to grasp the core concepts of their field of study, and enlighten them to the current issues and innovations shaping the future of their subject. Our students receive comprehensive educational materials designed by us, containing the key concepts they are learning in class, alongside useful resources to help them grow as an ambitious learner and reach their full potential.
On the ground, programmes are led by highly qualified campus teams, with courses headed by an expert Programme Director, selected for their vast experience in educational leadership roles. They ensure a consistent and exceptional educational experience, as well as protecting students’ welfare. Unlike other summer programmes, we have a dedicated student welfare team operating across our colleges with many years of experience in safeguarding.
What Can I Study at the International Summer School?
Explore ProgrammesWith an incredible 14 courses to choose from – from Medicine to Engineering to Film Academy – Oxford Royale’s carefully crafted summer programmes are taught by expert tutors who will challenge and inspire you.
A Summer School for High School Students
Explore Colleges
Oxford Royale boasts one of the biggest and best selection of college accommodation of any summer school provider. Unlike other summer schools, all our programmes offer students the opportunity to live and learn in the colleges of the University of Oxford, where they can soak up the rich historical legacy of these magnificent campuses.
Live life as a student at Oxford Royale International Summer School
Learn and Thrive in a University Setting
Lessons, meals, lectures and events take place on campus. For example, our 16-18 year old medical students can develop their clinical skills and get hands-on experience in a real university lab.
Immerse Yourself in the City's Culture
For students attending our Oxford Summer School, they have the chance to live and study on campus at one of the historic colleges of Oxford University, and they will also have the opportunity to experience the culture of the city, such as punting along the river or exploring the Ashmolean Museum.
Graduation
As the programme draws to a close, students take part in a prestigious graduation ceremony to celebrate all of their achievements, where we’ll present you with your certificates in a beautiful venue.
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Excursions
Depending on your chosen location, students can explore world-famous landmarks such as Buckingham Palace, the Houses of Parliament and the London Eye. Or landmarks like the Empire State Building and the Statue of Liberty, to cultural venues like the Museum of Modern Art, and unmissable tourist destinations from Central Park all the way to Broadway.
Stratford-Uopn-Avon - Experience Stratford-upon-Avon's rich Shakespearean heritage
What do our Summer School students say?
Don’t just take our word for it. Here’s why students love our Summer Programs with Oxford Royale.
Activities at Oxford Royale Summer Programs
We host many extracurricular events in the amazing venues the our locations have to offer. Every evening, students can take part in our Debate Society, helping them to develop confidence and communications skills, all culminating in our debating grand final.
16-18 year old students also enjoy enriching seminars from globally-renowned thought leaders, such as our ‘Shaping Your Future’ series and Headline Address, which explore the important issues facing the modern world today.
As well as our educational timetable and exclusive events and excursions (see above) our students can relax and make lifelong friends through structured social and sporting activities, including a popular campus talent show and Olympics in the Park.
Meet Some of Your Teachers
Explore FacultyOur teachers, often lecturers and graduates from top institutions, inspire every student to excel.
We teach our 13-15-year-old students the key principles of their chosen field. For 16-18-year-olds, we focus on preparing for their university applications and guiding future career aspirations, as they learn more about different specialisms within their chosen subject.
Meet Some of Our Teachers
Kelly Thornton
Kelly holds a first class degree in Law from Queen Mary University of London, and a BPTC and Masters Degree from BPP University. She practises as a Law Lecturer in family law and corporate crime, and is a qualified mediator covering both civil and commercial cases.
Dr Anisa Butt
A member of the Oxford Royale team for many years, Anisa Butt is a lecturer in economics at King’s College London. Currently completing a PhD in Economics from the University of Reading, her focus is on gender and ethnic income inequality.
Dr Claire Keene
Dr Claire Keene is a public health clinician with a masters in International Health and Tropical Medicine from the University of Oxford. She is an experienced clinical trial manager, recently managing a Médecins Sans Frontières project on HIV and tuberculosis.