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What are the Different Types of International Summer School?

What are the Different Types of International Summer School?

There’s no shortage of opportunities for students to further cultivate their academic and personal profiles during the summer and, with myriad summer programmes and courses to choose from, deciding which summer options to pursue can often appear daunting or...

The Ultimate Guide to Summer Schools

The Ultimate Guide to Summer Schools

When you think of summer vacation, you’re probably looking forward to getting away from classrooms, textbooks, and teachers. Summer schools might change your mind!  Summer schools are a great way to get ahead in your studies, prepare for university applications, and...

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How to Make the Most of Your Summer School Experience

How to Make the Most of Your Summer School Experience

Here at the Oxford Scholastica Academy, we’re passionate about giving our students the edge to succeed, find their purpose and make a difference as they navigate their future study and career options. Our international summer school for 12- to 18-year-olds is a unique...

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Here’s Everything You Need To Know About Oxford

Here’s Everything You Need To Know About Oxford

This article was written by Halima Doski, an MChem student at the University of Oxford. At the time of writing, Halima was in her second year of study. Being able to live and study in Oxford over the last two years has been an experience like no other. I grew up in...

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The Ultimate Guide to Choosing a University

The Ultimate Guide to Choosing a University

Choosing a university isn’t easy – ask almost any university student today and they will tell you how tricky it was to decide where they went. That said, there are several factors to bear in mind that can make this daunting task less intimidating – and we’ve put them...

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How to Find a Mentor

How to Find a Mentor

Whether you’re looking to make the jump between school and university, or to make a name for yourself in your chosen field of work, you’ve probably thought about how much easier some things would be if you could just ask someone who’s already been through it about...

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How to Mitigate Climate Change as a Student

How to Mitigate Climate Change as a Student

When it comes to learning about such an overwhelming topic like climate change and its effects, it can be difficult to know where to begin. That’s why it’s always best to start with the basics.  As engaged students, you guys will know a fair bit about climate...

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Do Summer Programs Look Good on College Applications?

Do Summer Programs Look Good on College Applications?

It’s well known that colleges receive more applications than places. USNews reports that Stanford University, for example, has an overall acceptance rate of just 4%. This means your application needs to be really strong to secure a place at your top choice of college....

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Best Travel Options When Attending Oxford Summer School

Best Travel Options When Attending Oxford Summer School

You’ve booked an Oxford Summer School course, and you’re looking forward to the most memorable summer of your life. Now it’s just a matter of travelling to Oxford, where you’ll get the chance to experience a city of great culture, architecture and history. But what...

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