Oxford Royale student in an architecture lesson in London

London Summer School

Architecture & Design

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Why Study Architecture?

Do you want to learn how to design and build breathtaking architectural structures? Discover how, by joining students from around the world on our Architecture Summer School in London.

Take part in an enriching summer programme in the heart of England’s capital city. London’s unique cityscape is home to an extensive array of important buildings and monuments. Architectural styles from many historic periods are showcased here, from the Romanesque Tower of London and High Victorian Gothic Palace of Westminster, to postmodern skyscrapers.

Take inspiration from your surroundings as you improve your drawing skills and build a design portfolio. Acquire the knowledge and ability to bring your designs to life, with university style tutorials and workshops that will equip you with valuable experiences for your academic pursuits.

Join Oxford Royale Academy’s Architecture Summer School in London to experience life as an architect, and discover the history and art behind the world’s finest structures. You’ll learn the methods and practices of world-class architects in an engaging, dynamic setting.

Location London
For Ages 16-18 years
Duration 2 weeks
Price £6495
Start Dates 1 Jul, 14 Jul, 28 Jul
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Great if you're thinking about

  • Pairing beauty and functionality to city planning

  • Joining the exciting world of art and architecture

  • Becoming an architect or urban planner

  • Pursuing architecture or urban planning at University

On this course you will

  • The basic principles behind design, planning and spatial mapping for architectural projects

  • Basic engineering and construction concepts, helping you to produce a variety of architectural drawings for your own portfolio

  • How to construct models to illustrate your ideas, and then present your portfolio to your peers to gain feedback

  • Developing thinking and verbal communication skills required for the creation and planning of all aspects of design projects

  • Participation in a group-based design portfolio competition

  • All aspects of undergraduate study of the fascinating subject of Architecture

What's Included

  • Residential in the prestigious colleges of Imperial College London

  • Inspiring courses taught by experts

  • A truly international environment - over 170 nationalities

  • Accommodation, breakfast and dinner, tuition and cultural programmes included

  • Graduation, report cards and certificate

  • 20+ hours tuition / week

  • Inspirational cultural programme, including excursions to historic UK locations

Experience

Oxford Royale

Start something truly amazing at our London Summer School, on campus at Imperial College London.

  • Experience life at Imperial College London
  • Choose from a range of fascinating subjects
  • Network with students from all over the world
  • Enjoy showstopping parties and black-tie events

Learn from the world's best minds

Whatever your motivation, our exceptional, inspiring, world-leading teachers can help you achieve more this summer. Our amazing array of talented tutors includes Oxbridge academics, Ivy League lecturers, groundbreaking medical researchers, glittering industry leaders, acclaimed authors, and more!

Meet our Faculty

Dr Rehan Shah

Engineering

Dr Rehan Shah is a Lecturer in Engineering Education at Queen Mary University of London. He has completed a BEng in Mechanical Engineering with Business Finance at UCL with LSE, an MSc in Mathematical Modelling and Scientific Computing at the University of Oxford, and a PhD in Applied Mathematics at UCL.

Dr Claire Keene

Medicine

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.

Dr Anisa Butt

Business & Entrepreneurship

A member of the Oxford Royale team for 3 years, Dr 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 Endrit Shabani

Law & Politics

A trained lawyer, Dr Endrit Shabani has a Doctorate in Politics from the University of Oxford where he studied with a full Clarendon scholarship. He has consulted for multiple international organisations including UNICEF, UN Women and the EU, and has taught Politics internationally.

Dr Imam Abdulazeez

Medicine

Dr Imam, lecturer in Medicine, has over 14 years of clinical experience and a strong commitment to medical education. He completed a 6 year Paediatric programme in Nigeria and is currently studying for a PhD at the University of Oxford. He also holds an MSc in Epidemiology and Biostatistics from the University of Leeds.

How You'll Learn

Escape ordinary classroom teaching and learn through interactive and immersive lessons.

Workshops

Hands-on classes designed to help students learn through practical application.

Masterclasses

An interactive forum with an expert in the field, giving students valuable insights into related and new topics.

Guest Speakers

Successful and famous guest speakers offer students the chance to pose their most important questions.

Debates

Essential for honing students' reasoning abilities and public speaking skills.

Interactive Lectures

Dynamic lectures given by passionate teachers packed with facts and viewpoints to engage the audience.

Group Projects

An opportunity to work closely with, and learn from, different perspectives.

Seminars

Working in pairs and small groups, students have plenty of opportunity for discussion and debate.

Educational Trips

Our trips provide real examples of the course subject in action, and bring students' learning to life for them.

Start something amazing today!

Book a call with one of our advisors. We will call you at the time requested to answer any questions you have and to help you through the booking process.

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Experience Life in London

Our Imperial College London campus is right in the heart of the UK’s capital: from Buckingham Palace and the Tower of London to Hyde Park and Oxford Street, have the chance to explore all the iconic scenery the city has to offer. For a taste of culture, the Natural History Museum, the V&A, and even the Royal Albert Hall will be right on your doorstep. 

Discover London’s 2000 year history,  the stunning artwork and architecture– and don’t forget the limitless luxury shopping! The area is a vibrant haven of music venues, theatres, restaurants and parks – a city that is bursting with energy, there’s never a dull moment in London with Oxford Royale. 

Join Exciting Activities and Trips

Summer should be fun, right?! Don’t worry, we get that – we never forget that you’re on holiday! We can help you discover London’s hotspots, whether you’re interested in art or architecture, food or football! You and your friends will enjoy an amazing extra-curricular timetable, including city tours and museum visits, excursions to London’s Theatreland, and much more. Experience 2,000 years of history as you hop on an iconic red double-decker bus.

Make Instagram-worthy memories as you spot the world’s most recognisable sights – from Big Ben to the Tower of London, Buckingham Palace and the London Eye, the list goes on!

Hear From Our Students

Hear from students just like you all about their experiences on our summer schools in these videos.

Student Testimonials

Reviews

We have a 4.8 rating based on 769 reviews on Reviews.io.
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Hannah

I had an absolutely incredible time doing Summer school with Oxford Royale Academy! I learnt new things about myself and the world around me, and would definitely recommend to others!

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Clara

I loved the Oxford Royal program, I met many people with bright personalities and unique minds, and I also learned a lot from the teachers, campus staff etc. You will enjoy it!

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Francesca

Oxford Royals Academy made my summer amazing! I learned many new things and I met people from all over the world that I know I can call true friends. I definitely recommend ORA to anyone who wants to make unforgettable memories!

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Ethan

It was very nice and the experience at Cambridge was amazing! I made a lot of new friends and made a lot of memorable memories. I also really enjoyed all the activities such as punting and then the party. I hope to do this again.

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Minquan

The twelve days I spent in Oxford Summer School were very happy, the teachers were very kind and professional, and the curriculum was very reasonable, which expanded my knowledge. All the courses mean a lot to me and I hope I can come back next summer.

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Jade

The oxford royale academy was definitely the highlight of my summer. I have not only learnt more about the course I have chosen, but I've also met a lot of new friends, friendly staff and helpful teachers from different cultures all in the same campus and had a lot of unforgettable memories.