Top Rated Academic Summer Course (2nd to 15th August 2026) for ages 12-18

About

OXFORD SCHOLASTICA ACADEMY: RESIDENTIAL SUMMER SCHOOL

Experience University life and strengthen your university application at the number one academic summer school in Europe!
Since 2013, our award-winning residential programmes have empowered over 9,000 students from 85+ countries to find their purpose and gain a competitive edge for their future. With a 4.9 out of 5 average rating from 1,081 independent reviews and 99% of students recommending the experience, OSA provides the clarity and confidence teenagers need to seize their future.

ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE & IMMERSIVE LEARNING
Our programmes blend rigorous university-style teaching with practical, real-world challenges. Students choose a specific Academy—ranging from Medicine and Law to Business and Engineering—and learn in small, interactive classes led by inspirational tutors from world-leading institutions including Oxford and Cambridge.

Beyond traditional lectures, students participate in:

ACADEMIC CHALLENGES: Put theory into practice, such as diagnosing patients in a hospital (Medicine), taking part in a mock trial (Law), or pitching an idea for an app-based business (Business).

MASTERCLASSES: Nurture essential life skills, including debating, leadership, critical thinking, and university application strategies.

HERO SESSIONS: Gain industry insights from young professionals who share their journey from university to successful early careers.

THE EXPERIENCE
Students live and study in an Oxford College, fully immersing themselves in the city’s rich history and culture. A typical day includes morning classes, afternoon activities like punting on the river, and evenings spent watching Shakespeare plays or bonding with peers from around the world.

TRANSFORMATIVE OUTCOMES
Oxford Scholastica is more than just a summer programme; it is a platform for personal and professional growth. Upon completion, students receive:

- A Certificate of Achievement to bolster university applications.

- A personalised Letter of Recommendation from their tutor.

- Access to a global alumni network for ongoing support.

Course leader

Tutor from a leading university including Oxford and Cambridge

Target group

Oxford Scholastica Academy welcomes ambitious students aged 12-18, separated into age-appropriate streams (12-14 and 15-18) to ensure tailored curricula. To engage fully with our university-style teaching, students must have an upper-intermediate to advanced level of English (B2/C1 equivalent or IELTS 6.5+).

Our programmes are designed for:
- High-achievers seeking a competitive edge for top-tier university applications.
- Students looking to "test-drive" careers in Medicine, Law, Business, or Engineering.
- Global learners from over 85 countries seeking a multicultural environment.
- Future leaders wanting to develop critical life skills like public speaking and debating.

Course aim

The primary aim of our residential summer school is to give students the "clarity and confidence" they need to seize their future. We achieve this through:

ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE: Providing university-style teaching in small, interactive classes led by inspirational tutors from the world’s leading universities.

REAL-WORLD APPLICATION: Bridging the gap between theory and practice through our signature "Academic Challenges," such as mock trials for Law students or hospital visits for Medicine students.

CAREER INSIGHT: Connecting students with "Heroes"—young professionals who provide genuine industry insight and guidance on the path from university to a successful career.

PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT: Nurturing a global perspective and lifelong friendships through an immersive cultural and social programme

MEASURABLE OUTCOMES: Ensuring every student leaves with a Certificate of Achievement and a personalised Letter of Recommendation to bolster their future academic and professional pursuits.

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