Oxford Summer School 2026
Organiser
Arts and Business College of London
Location
Oxford, United Kingdom
Date
July - August 2026
Duration
7 - 14 Days
Experience academic excellence and cultural discovery in the heart of Oxford, a summer to inspire, challenge and transform.
The Oxford Summer School (July–August 2026) offers 7-day or 14-day study options, allowing students to earn up to 28 UCAS credits, equivalent to half an A Level.
Programme Overview
The Oxford Science Summer School 2026 is a prestigious academic program designed for students aged 14-22 years old, offering a tailored learning experience that focuses on the following technology domains, with the flexibility to adapt to students’ specific interests. The program is managed by ABC London with Oxford staff and is now in its 10th year.
Designed for young learners aspiring to international academic excellence, this programme is jointly taught by University of Oxford tutors and industry leaders. Upon completion, students receive official certificates and may earn UCAS academic credits through independent research projects, alongside academic recommendation letters from Oxford tutors, aligning holiday learning with future university applications.
Key Features
STEM Focus
Explore Cybersecurity, Entrepreneurship, Aerospace, Biomedicine, Planetary Science
Expert Mentorship
University of Oxford academic tutors & industry professionals
Academic Progression Advantages
Obtain official certificates issued by ABC London, with the possibility of additional endorsements from Oxford Partners
Accommodation
Official Oxford University college residences and dining halls
The City as the Classroom
Learning extends beyond classrooms into libraries, colleges, museums and exhibitions.
Cross-Cultural Development
Collaborate with peers worldwide and benefit from ABC London offices in London, Beijing, Delhi, Doha and Osaka.
Take a Look
Your Summer Starts Here
Meet the Teaching Faculty
Dr. Vasia
Biomedicine · Medical Technology
Visiting lecturer at Oxford and UCL; Biomedical PhD and Oxford MBA.
Prof. Paul
Entrepreneurship · Intellectual Property
Former executive at a Fortune Global 500 company; taught at Oxford University and the University of Warwick.
Dr. Christina
Aerospace · Materials Science
ESA astronaut reserve; director at the UK Space Agency.
Dr. Hartwell
Biomedicine · Medical Technology
Associate Professor at Oxford University; participated in multiple NASA missions.
Dr. Jervis
Computer Science · Cybersecurity
Expert in national security and technology; Programme Director at Oxford University and former CTO of the world’s largest security services company.
A Day at the Oxford Summer School
Classroom & Tutorials
- Oxford academic lectures
- Tutorial-style group discussions
- Academic presentation training
Learning Beyond Walls
- Colleges & museums
- Riverside ecology observation
Cultural & Life Experience
- Team building
- Public speaking
- Formal Dinner
- London day visit
Final arrangements will be announced closer to the start of the summer school.
