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Key Facts
Course Location:
Online via Zoom
1-3PM (BST)
Student Ages:
12-14 year olds
Class Size:
Max 15 students
2025 Dates:
June – August
(See all dates here)
Tutor Profiles:
Typically Oxford and Cambridge academics
Tuition Fees:
£595 (one week)
£995 (two weeks)
Course Length:
One or two weeks
Graduation Takeaways:
Letter of Recommendation & Certificate of Achievement
Our Awards:
King’s Award for Enterprise
Online Courses Offered
Explore our wide-ranging selection of subjects to choose the course that interests you and
get a taste of what studying that subject at university would really be like.
What to Expect on Your Course
Explore diverse subjects, study with expert tutors and experience university-level
learning alongside like-minded students from around the world.
Go Beyond the Curriculum
Over the course of your programme with us, you’ll attend a range of tailored
sessions designed to support you to seize the future.
Weekly Socials
One of the best things about our online summer school is how diverse our student body is: over 2,500 students from 80 nationalities have joined!
While you’ll mostly spend time with the students who are studying the same programme as you – getting to know them through group activities, breakout rooms and teamwork – you’ll also get to meet students from other programmes during our weekly socials.
The video socials are a chance for you to get to know other students over a game, a quiz or a group activity run by our team. These events are informal, relaxed and friendly, so come along to take a break from academic study and make friends from around the world.
Level Up With Masterclasses
Masterclasses are skills-based workshops you attend alongside your course of choice.
Led by tutors (or external speakers) with expertise on a specific topic, these workshops are designed to bring out the best in you, present diverse perspectives and help you achieve your potential.
Masterclasses include topics like critical thinking, university applications and public speaking.
Why Take an Online Course with Us?
You’re never too far away to experience the academic spirit and excellence of Oxford Scholastica.
See What Your Future Could Look Like
Curious about what your dream career is really like? Meet young professionals already living that reality. Our Heroes Programme gives you the chance to chat with rising stars in your field. Work on real-world challenges, hear their stories, ask questions and get inspired.
Attend Skills-Based Masterclass Sessions
Level up your skills with hands-on, real-world lessons in critical thinking, debating and applying to top-tier universities – all in our dynamic, two-hour intensive Masterclasses. Plus, other Masterclasses offer even more opportunities to strengthen your abilities.
Get Expert Mentorship from Tutors Who Care
Work closely with an accomplished academic mentor on real-world challenges in your chosen subject. From solving complex problems to designing innovative projects, you’ll gain practical experience just like the experts.
Meet Your Online Tutors
Learn about a few of the people who will teach, inspire and motivate you to succeed.
Tutor
Anna Bartlett
Anna is a tutor in International Relations, Politics and Leadership. She studied Politics, Philosophy and Economics at Oxford, where she developed a deep passion for both the subject and the city. Anna’s teaching experience includes working in primary schools in Kenya. Outside of academia, she enjoys hiking, baking and exploring the outdoors through cold water swimming.
Tutor
Faissal Sharif
Faissal Sharif holds a BSc in Biomedical Sciences from Maastricht University, including a semester at the Chinese University of Hong Kong, and an MSc in Translational Neuroscience from Imperial College London. Currently pursuing a DPhil in Clinical Neurosciences at Oxford, he focuses on neurotechnology for mental disorders. Faissal has worked with MedTech startups, the European Space Agency and as a university lecturer. A recipient of fellowships from SDW, DAAD and DSI, he is also a freelance science journalist. Fluent in German, English and Persian, he is now learning Mandarin.
Tutor
Arushi Sharan
Arushi is a DPhil candidate in International Development at the University of Oxford, supported by the Abdul Rauphu Mustafa Scholarship. She holds an MA in Political Science (Distinction) from Jawaharlal Nehru University and a Master’s in Conflict Transformation. She has taught Comparative Politics at Ashoka University and published research on policy and governance.
Tutor
Dr. Jaskiran Kaur
Jaskiran studied Anthropology at the London School of Economics, receiving the prestigious Alfred Gell Scholarship for her doctorate. She holds an undergraduate degree in Economics and has been recognised for her excellence in teaching, including being named Class Teacher of the Year. She currently collaborates with the Sikh Education Council and is developing her own business.
Tutor
Dr. Kathryn Woodward
Dr Kathryn Woodward is a Rhodes Scholar and DPhil candidate in Primary Health Care at the University of Oxford. Her research focuses on health service experiences among refugees in Queensland, Australia. She earned her BMedSci and MD (Distinction, University Medal) from Griffith University and an MSc in Applied Digital Health (Distinction) from Oxford. Kathryn also lectures at Griffith University and serves as Deputy Chair of Canteen, a youth cancer charity.
Tutor
Sarah Marshall
Sarah was awarded an MSt with Distinction in Classical Languages and Literature by the University of Oxford in 2021. She subsequently taught English and Classics at Wycombe Abbey School, and returned to Oxford in 2023 to pursue a DPhil. She won the Avril Gilchrist Bruten Award for Creative Writing earlier this year.
Tutor
Liam Obuobie
Liam holds an MEng (Hons) in Mechanical Engineering from Newcastle University and is now a Mechanical Engineering (Building Services) Graduate at Arup. He became EngTech registered during his university industrial placement, a rare achievement among UK students. With experience in aerospace, automotive engineering and data analytics, Liam has also taught Physics and Maths GCSE & A Level, inspiring young people in engineering.
Tutor
Dr. Rory Maples
Dr Rory Maples is a practising doctor and general surgery specialist at the John Radcliffe Hospital, currently completing a Master’s in Digital Health at Lincoln College, Oxford. Originally from Sydney, he has taught medical students in Australia and Oxford. Rory's interests lie in medicine, technology, and humanitarianism, complementing his clinical and academic pursuits.
Tutor
Tarjani Samani
Tarjani is an architect and writer from Mumbai who completed a Master’s in Design Research at Anhalt University of Applied Sciences in collaboration with the Bauhaus Dessau Foundation and Humboldt University Berlin. Her research explores how emerging practices in India create inclusive spatial dialogues. A recipient of a German government scholarship, she now leads innovative teaching modules, undertakes research assignments and contributes to various publications.
Tutor
Chris Pike
Chris holds a BA (Hons) in Philosophy, Politics and Economics from the University of Oxford, where he received the Simonian Prize for Excellence in Leadership and the Peel Award for Philosophy, and served as Vice-President of the student union. He completed a Master’s in Development Studies at Universiti Malaya on a Commonwealth Scholarship. With experience in the charity and disability sectors, Chris now works as a freelance trainer and consultant on accessibility for autistic people.
Tutor
Daniel Timms
Daniel is a software developer and STEM tutor who studied Mathematics at the University of Cambridge. He began programming in Matlab and later worked at Hewlett Packard Enterprise, developing large-scale C++ applications and natural language processing systems. Daniel primarily uses Python and has represented the UK in mental calculation and memory competitions.
Tutor
Deanna Giraldi
Deanna is a doctoral candidate in the Department of Social Policy and Intervention at the University of Oxford. Her research examines the consequences of gun violence and the biopsychosocial impacts of trauma on survivors, families and communities. She holds dual bachelor’s degrees in Biology and Political Science from Vassar College and a Master's in Public Health from Yale.
Tutor
Ellen Froustis
Ellen Froustis is a DPhil candidate in Education at the University of Oxford. She holds an MEd in School Counselling and an MA in Clinical Psychology. As founder and director of EIMAI and regional director of PeaceJam Greece, she leads youth leadership programmes, connecting young people with Nobel Peace Laureates to foster personal and community transformation. Ellen has held leadership roles in the Greek Adlerian Psychological Association and Habitat for Humanity Athens, with her work recognised by organisations such as NEASC and Character.org for excellence in character education.
Tutor
Agnieszka Wierzchucka
Agnieszka recently completed a Master’s in Mathematics and Theoretical Physics at the University of Oxford, earning multiple prizes for First-Class performance during her undergraduate studies. In October, she will begin a PhD in Plasma Physics at Oxford’s Department of Physics.
Tutor
Victoria Hawley
Victoria studied International Relations at Western University in Canada, graduating with Distinction and making the Dean’s List. She later completed a Law degree at the University of Liverpool and recently finished a traineeship at the European Court of Human Rights. Victoria also worked as a Career Coach for two years, helping students plan and achieve their career goals.
Tutor
Yash Salunkhe
Yash holds an MPhil in Economic Research from the University of Cambridge and a BSc in Econometrics and Mathematical Economics (First-Class Honours) from the London School of Economics, where he received the J R Gould Prize for academic excellence. His professional experience includes a year in venture capital in India and two years modelling UHNW portfolios at Citi Global Wealth in New York.
Tutor
Merissa Hickman
Merissa is a PhD candidate in Genomic Epidemiology and Public Health Genomics, supported by the prestigious Wellcome Trust Doctoral Training Programme. She holds an MPhil in Genomic Epidemiology from the University of Cambridge, where she received an academic merit scholarship. Her achievements include the Phil Strong Memorial Prize and a Cambridge Trust Scholarship.
Tutor
Anna Bartlett
Anna is a tutor in International Relations, Politics and Leadership. She studied Politics, Philosophy and Economics at Oxford, where she developed a deep passion for both the subject and the city. Anna’s teaching experience includes working in primary schools in Kenya. Outside of academia, she enjoys hiking, baking and exploring the outdoors through cold water swimming.
Tutor
Faissal Sharif
Faissal Sharif holds a BSc in Biomedical Sciences from Maastricht University, including a semester at the Chinese University of Hong Kong, and an MSc in Translational Neuroscience from Imperial College London. Currently pursuing a DPhil in Clinical Neurosciences at Oxford, he focuses on neurotechnology for mental disorders. Faissal has worked with MedTech startups, the European Space Agency and as a university lecturer. A recipient of fellowships from SDW, DAAD and DSI, he is also a freelance science journalist. Fluent in German, English and Persian, he is now learning Mandarin.
Tutor
Arushi Sharan
Arushi is a DPhil candidate in International Development at the University of Oxford, supported by the Abdul Rauphu Mustafa Scholarship. She holds an MA in Political Science (Distinction) from Jawaharlal Nehru University and a Master’s in Conflict Transformation. She has taught Comparative Politics at Ashoka University and published research on policy and governance.
Tutor
Dr. Jaskiran Kaur
Jaskiran studied Anthropology at the London School of Economics, receiving the prestigious Alfred Gell Scholarship for her doctorate. She holds an undergraduate degree in Economics and has been recognised for her excellence in teaching, including being named Class Teacher of the Year. She currently collaborates with the Sikh Education Council and is developing her own business.
Tutor
Dr. Kathryn Woodward
Dr Kathryn Woodward is a Rhodes Scholar and DPhil candidate in Primary Health Care at the University of Oxford. Her research focuses on health service experiences among refugees in Queensland, Australia. She earned her BMedSci and MD (Distinction, University Medal) from Griffith University and an MSc in Applied Digital Health (Distinction) from Oxford. Kathryn also lectures at Griffith University and serves as Deputy Chair of Canteen, a youth cancer charity.
Tutor
Sarah Marshall
Sarah was awarded an MSt with Distinction in Classical Languages and Literature by the University of Oxford in 2021. She subsequently taught English and Classics at Wycombe Abbey School, and returned to Oxford in 2023 to pursue a DPhil. She won the Avril Gilchrist Bruten Award for Creative Writing earlier this year.
Tutor
Liam Obuobie
Liam holds an MEng (Hons) in Mechanical Engineering from Newcastle University and is now a Mechanical Engineering (Building Services) Graduate at Arup. He became EngTech registered during his university industrial placement, a rare achievement among UK students. With experience in aerospace, automotive engineering and data analytics, Liam has also taught Physics and Maths GCSE & A Level, inspiring young people in engineering.
Tutor
Dr. Rory Maples
Dr Rory Maples is a practising doctor and general surgery specialist at the John Radcliffe Hospital, currently completing a Master’s in Digital Health at Lincoln College, Oxford. Originally from Sydney, he has taught medical students in Australia and Oxford. Rory's interests lie in medicine, technology, and humanitarianism, complementing his clinical and academic pursuits.
Tutor
Tarjani Samani
Tarjani is an architect and writer from Mumbai who completed a Master’s in Design Research at Anhalt University of Applied Sciences in collaboration with the Bauhaus Dessau Foundation and Humboldt University Berlin. Her research explores how emerging practices in India create inclusive spatial dialogues. A recipient of a German government scholarship, she now leads innovative teaching modules, undertakes research assignments and contributes to various publications.
Tutor
Chris Pike
Chris holds a BA (Hons) in Philosophy, Politics and Economics from the University of Oxford, where he received the Simonian Prize for Excellence in Leadership and the Peel Award for Philosophy, and served as Vice-President of the student union. He completed a Master’s in Development Studies at Universiti Malaya on a Commonwealth Scholarship. With experience in the charity and disability sectors, Chris now works as a freelance trainer and consultant on accessibility for autistic people.
Tutor
Daniel Timms
Daniel is a software developer and STEM tutor who studied Mathematics at the University of Cambridge. He began programming in Matlab and later worked at Hewlett Packard Enterprise, developing large-scale C++ applications and natural language processing systems. Daniel primarily uses Python and has represented the UK in mental calculation and memory competitions.
Tutor
Deanna Giraldi
Deanna is a doctoral candidate in the Department of Social Policy and Intervention at the University of Oxford. Her research examines the consequences of gun violence and the biopsychosocial impacts of trauma on survivors, families and communities. She holds dual bachelor’s degrees in Biology and Political Science from Vassar College and a Master's in Public Health from Yale.
Tutor
Ellen Froustis
Ellen Froustis is a DPhil candidate in Education at the University of Oxford. She holds an MEd in School Counselling and an MA in Clinical Psychology. As founder and director of EIMAI and regional director of PeaceJam Greece, she leads youth leadership programmes, connecting young people with Nobel Peace Laureates to foster personal and community transformation. Ellen has held leadership roles in the Greek Adlerian Psychological Association and Habitat for Humanity Athens, with her work recognised by organisations such as NEASC and Character.org for excellence in character education.
Tutor
Agnieszka Wierzchucka
Agnieszka recently completed a Master’s in Mathematics and Theoretical Physics at the University of Oxford, earning multiple prizes for First-Class performance during her undergraduate studies. In October, she will begin a PhD in Plasma Physics at Oxford’s Department of Physics.
Tutor
Victoria Hawley
Victoria studied International Relations at Western University in Canada, graduating with Distinction and making the Dean’s List. She later completed a Law degree at the University of Liverpool and recently finished a traineeship at the European Court of Human Rights. Victoria also worked as a Career Coach for two years, helping students plan and achieve their career goals.
Tutor
Yash Salunkhe
Yash holds an MPhil in Economic Research from the University of Cambridge and a BSc in Econometrics and Mathematical Economics (First-Class Honours) from the London School of Economics, where he received the J R Gould Prize for academic excellence. His professional experience includes a year in venture capital in India and two years modelling UHNW portfolios at Citi Global Wealth in New York.
Tutor
Merissa Hickman
Merissa is a PhD candidate in Genomic Epidemiology and Public Health Genomics, supported by the prestigious Wellcome Trust Doctoral Training Programme. She holds an MPhil in Genomic Epidemiology from the University of Cambridge, where she received an academic merit scholarship. Her achievements include the Phil Strong Memorial Prize and a Cambridge Trust Scholarship.
Dates & Fees: Online Summer Courses
You can find the dates and fees for our upcoming online courses for summer 2025 below.
2025 Course Start Dates:
30th June
14th July
28th July
11th August
What’s Included in Your Tuition Fee
- 20 x Hours of Live Teaching (Two Weeks)
- 4 hours of Masterclass sessions
- Preparatory reading list
- Independent study assignments
- Detailed, personalised feedback
GRADUATION
- Graduation Ceremony
- Letter of Recommendation
- Certificate of Achievement
- Ambassador Programme Invitation
- University Application Support
Two Week Courses
One Week Course
Strengthen Your University Application
Earn a Certificate of Achievement, a Personalised Letter of Recommendation and exclusive access to our Ambassador Programme – designed to showcase your academic excellence and future potential.
Earn a Certificate of Achievement
Successfully complete your online programme to earn an Oxford Scholastica Academy Certificate of Achievement, showcasing your dedication and academic growth.
Get a Letter of Recommendation
Exceptional students will receive a personalised Letter of Recommendation from their tutor, highlighting their skills, contributions and engagement – an impressive addition to university applications.
Join Our Ambassador Programme
Want to take your experience further? Apply for our exclusive one-year Ambassador Programme to develop key skills in networking, communication and leadership. Monthly virtual sessions will help you refine your abilities and prepare for future success.
Build an International Network
Study alongside passionate, curious and motivated young people like you from all over the globe. Our students are eager to elevate their academic ambitions and seize their future.
Adela Jung Foncillas
AGE: 17
SCHOOL: FES Lörrach
COURSE: Experience Psychology & Neuroscience Academy
Oxford Scholastica has given me the confidence to determine my own future. I learned to step out of my comfort zone and try incredible new things, even when they seemed scary at first. I've also had the amazing opportunity to build a network of kind and open-minded people, all from different countries.
Alfonso Feris
AGE: 16
SCHOOL: Colegio Los Pininos
COURSE: Experience Engineering Academy
One thing I have learned at Oxford Scholastica is how to become better at making new friends. I am usually regarded as an introverted person, but here, in less than two weeks, I have made friends as close as brothers. I am sure our friendship will last a lifetime!
Juanita Sele-Matthew
AGE: 15
SCHOOL: Meadowhall School
COURSE: Experience Business & Enterprise Academy
Oxford Scholastica has taught me to always reach for the stars. The programme has really opened my eyes to what I want my life to look like. I've learned academic skills but also social and emotional skills, like how to network, how to live away from home and how to make new friends.
Pippa Manning
AGE: 17
SCHOOL: Nottingham Girls High School
COURSE: Experience Medicine Academy
I have found the classes so insightful and interesting and have learnt more about Medicine than I ever have in school, as well as new topics I had never considered. I'm sure this knowledge will be invaluable in my application to medical school and it has made me feel much more confident in my own abilities.
Shanaya Ailsinghani
AGE: 15
SCHOOL: GEMS Dubai American Academy
COURSE: Experience Medicine Academy
I have benefitted a lot from Oxford Scholastica. I have developed my social skills, especially learning how to interact with others outside of a formal setting like school, and gained a lot of confidence. The programme has also given me much more clarity about my potential future career options.
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