A selective, intensive summer school in Oxford and Cambridge for motivated students aged 14–19 — combining rigorous tutorials, expert guidance, and a carefully structured residential experience that builds clarity, confidence, and ambition.
Gain a genuine insight into Oxbridge-style learning while developing academic excellence, critical thinking, and global perspectives within a community of motivated peers from around the world.
Our tutors include highly qualified experts from the Universities of Oxford, Cambridge,and Imperial College, London, many of whom are current or former faculty members.
To join the programme, applicants should be:
- Aged 14-15 for the Junior Programme or 16-19 for the Senior Programme- Current school students or on a gap year (university or college students are not eligible)- Proficient in English (minimum Upper-Intermediate level)- Academically motivated and eager to participate in a rigorous learning environment
These requirements ensure that all participants enjoy an enriching, engaging, and comfortable academic experience, fully able to interact and collaborate with tutors and peers.
Upon successful completion of the Oxbridge Summer Scholars programme, you will be celebrated at a formal award ceremony. As a testament to your achievements, you will receive a certificate recognizing your participation and accomplishments.
Beyond academic sessions, OSS provides a fully immersive residential experience in Oxford or Cambridge colleges, bringing a taste of real university life. You’ll live and study with peers from all over the world – building a global network – and take part in cultural and social activities that enrich your understanding of British history, culture, and academic life. The combination of serious study and vibrant social experience sets OSS apart.
OSS uses an academic structure that mirrors undergraduate-level study: - daily lectures and interactive seminars- small-group tutorials- an individual research project.
This approach fosters independent thinking, critical analysis, and deep understanding of complex topics. The programme’s interdisciplinary streams and expert tutors – many drawn from top UK universities – help you build a strong academic foundation and a compelling academic portfolio.
Oxbridge Summer Scholars stands out for its academic intensity, intellectual breadth, and immersive learning environment. The two-week programme for students aged 14-19 is divided into specialised Streams, allowing each student to explore their academic interests in depth while experiencing life at one of the world’s most prestigious university settings. Each day combines a diverse range of subjects and teaching styles, led by expert tutors and academics from top UK universities. Through Oxbridge-style small-group tutorials, seminars, and interactive sessions lasting up to eight hours a day, students expand their knowledge, sharpen their analytical and independent learning skills, and build a strong foundation for future university success.
All students are fully supervised 24/7 by trained OSS staff. Safety protocols include:- Secure accommodation and monitoring of student wellbeing- Strict safeguarding policies for all activities and excursions- Curfew policy to ensure students are accounted for at all times
Student safety and welfare are our highest priorities.