London, United Kingdom

Physics (July)

when 1 July 2024 - 12 July 2024
language English
duration 2 weeks
fee GBP 6600

Imperial Global Summer School offers students from across the world, the opportunity to study at a global top ten university.

The two-week intensive residential programme provides the choice of four subjects: Data Science and Artificial Intelligence, Engineering, Medicine and Life Sciences or Physics.


2024 Programme dates:
• Monday 1 July - Friday 12 July
• Monday 5 August - Friday 16 August

Students on the Physical Sciences learning stream will be taught by members of Imperial’s Department of Mathematics to develop vital programming skills, as well as to advance their theoretical knowledge by participating in a team-based project.

In week one of this stream you will:*

- Conduct practical experiments, collect and analyse data.
- Encounter new mathematical techniques in a lecture-led teaching session.
- Learn the basics of the Python programming language and create computer simulations.
- Present the results of their experiment in a group presentation
- Finish the week with a real understanding of oscillations and their importance throughout the natural sciences.


In the second week, students from all learning streams come together to use their knowledge to find solutions to a real-world challenge. Previous topics have included; robotics for health, wearable technology, future vision and space.

Students will also be able to participate in university and careers masterclasses, alongside a packed evening and weekend social programme.

*Please note the above information is meant as a guide and applicants should be aware that the academic programme is subject to change from year to year.

Course leader

The Department of Mathematics and The Department of Physics, Imperial College London.

Target group

16 - 17

Course aim

You will have the chance to take your subject knowledge to the next level through a challenging academic programme that balances lectures, seminars and a high level of practical work. This includes the chance to access professional advice and guidance around applying for university study in the UK, especially to Imperial College London.

Fee info

GBP 6600: The cost of the residential programme in 2024 will cover:*

- All tuition;
- Course materials, such as building materials, lab supplies and protective equipment;
- Masterclasses;
- Use of campus facilities, such as sports hall, classrooms and catering facilities.;
- Accommodation and on-site Wi-Fi;
- Three meals a day;
- Induction and orientation activities;
- Social activities, including travel to and from activities;
- Certificate of participation on completion of the Summer School, awarded by Imperial;
- Finale celebrations;
- Meet-and-greet transfer service at Heathrow airport on the first and final day.

* This is subject to change each year

Scholarships

Not available.